A guided 11-day trek to Mardi Himal Base Camp, run by Himalayan Sanctuary Adventure, a privately owned trekking company based in Kathmandu since 2015. After sightseeing in the Kathmandu Valley and the drive to Pokhara, the route climbs from Phedi through Deurali, Forest Camp and High Camp to the base camp at 4,500 m, then descends to Sidhing and back to Pokhara. An English-speaking trek leader guides the group, with one porter for every two trekkers. Permits, coach transport and full board on the trek are included.

What's included

Airport pickup and drop-off; 3-star hotel accommodation with breakfast in Kathmandu and Pokhara; Teahouse or lodge accommodation with breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trek; Kathmandu Valley sightseeing (4 to 6 hours); Tourist coach Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu; Himalayan Sanctuary duffel bag; English-speaking trek leader and porters (one porter for two trekkers), including their salary, insurance, equipment, flights, food and lodging; ACAP and TIMS permits; First aid kit; All government and local taxes

What's not included

Nepal visa fee; Sightseeing entrance fees; International airfare; Excess baggage charges; Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara; Extra nights due to schedule changes; Travel and rescue insurance; Personal expenses such as phone, laundry, drinks, hot showers, Wi-Fi and extra porters; Tips for guides and porters