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Tamang Heritage Trails

This trekking area is located about 30 kilometers toward the north of Kathmandu. Trekking along this unbeaten trail is a new experience for the trekkers experiencing the beauty of this mountain region with the culture of local people. You trek through Tamang villages with its life, culture and crafts which have remained untouched from the beginning of the settlement. The trekkers will receive hearty felicitation by the locals rich in their distinct costumes, architecture of their mountain houses and ancient monasteries. It offers you wilderness experience through beautiful landscapes of alpine terrain, flat meadows and rhododendron forests.
The main inhabitants of this area are believed to be the descendants of Tibetans from Kerung who intermingled with Tamang of the Helambu area. Tamang communities are generally found on higher elevations with the peasants engaging in shifting cultivation and extraction of forest products. They are mainly sheep and yak herders but grow some hardy grains and vegetables. Their daily life activities include raising livestock, agriculture and trade with Kerung in Tibet. They also make baskets and mats from mountain bamboo.

During this trek you can enjoy the dramatic views of Langtang Lirung (7245m.), Langtang Kerung, Chimse Danda ridge crossed by Ganjala Pass (5122m.), Dorje Lakpa (6989m.), Jugal Himal, Ganesh Himal, Paldor peak, Shringi Himal, Manaslu and Sanjen Himal ranges. In addition you find over 70 glaciers of varying sizes and high altitude lakes including Gosainkunda, Pravatikunda, Bhairavkunda and Dudhkunda.

Trip Facts

Country: Nepal

Grade: Easy to Moderate

Area: Langtang

Group Size: Min.2 Pax -- Max.16 Pax

Activities: Treking

Total Duration: 10 days

Season: Mar-May, Sep-Dec

Trip Type: Tea House

Transportation: Drive In/Out

  • Detail Itinerary
  • Cost Include & Exclude
  • Day 01. Arrive at Kathmandu airport (1345meters). You will be met by our representative and transfer to hotel and a short brief about the trekking after refreshment.
  • Day 02. Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Tour including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, Monkey Temple, Pashupatinath Temple and Baudhanath Stupa.
  • Day 03. Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (1467 m.) via Trishuli (Nuwakot):
    It takes about nine hours. You stay overnight at hotel in Syabrubesi. You head north out of Kathmandu driving through scenic foothills and ridgeline vistas to Syabru Besi passing through Dhunche. While passing along the road at the bank of Trishuli River you catch a glimpse of Ganesh Himal, terraces and green hills. As you pass through Dhunche you feel as if you are heading towards deep land. At the same time, you notice that the road after Betrawati is still under construction.</div>
  • Day 04. Trek from Syabrubesi to Gatlang (2238m.) via Goljung:
    It takes about six hours. While trekking you experience of the Tamang culture. You can see scenery from view point. This day you walk through village. The cultural show at Goljung and Gatlang makes your trekking a memorable one. Gatlang set high on a hillside among terraced fields is a Tamang settlement. One can visit a Tamang monastery and beautiful Parvatikunda Lake at Gatlang.
  • Day 05. Trek from Gatlang to Tatopani (2607m.):
    It takes about six hours. On the way you enjoy sightseeing of Langtang range and Ganesh Himal. At Tatopani which naturally signifies 'hot water', you can take hot bath in natural hot springs with bathing areas in the lap of the mountains. It is believed that taking a dip into this spring would heal you from your aches and pains. This day's trekking provides you an opportunity to experience of the Tamang culture.
  • Day 06. Trek from Tatopani to Thuman (2338m.) via Nagthali (3165m.):
    It takes about five hours. You trek via Bimthang. En route you can encounter animals like monkeys and deer. The panoramic view of Langtang, Kerung, Ganesh Himal, Sanjen ranges can be distinctly experienced from Nagthali. Nagthali used to be a popular meditation center for the local monks and priests. Another cultural village Thuman is popular for its Shamanic performances and beautiful view of Langtang. Beautiful view of the mountains can be seen from every house in Thuman.
  • Day 07. Trek from Thuman to Timure (1762m.):
    It takes about five hours. While trekking from Thuman to Timure you can visit nearby historical Rasuwagadi. This day's trekking grants you an opportunity to observe Tibeto Burman Tamang culture on the two villages on the way. Timure is on the old trade route to Tibet. A fort here is a historical reminder of the Nepal Tibetan relations that has existed for many centuries. A suspension bridge here links Nepal and Tibet.
  • Day 08. Trek from Timure to Briddim (2229m.):
    It takes about six hours. You can experience village life of Briddim. Moreover you can enjoy cultural show performed by community members. You can also experience of home stay and Tamang culture. To mention about Briddim is a Tibetan Buddhist village in the bosom of Langtang Himal. Around 43 houses are spread in Z shape. Most of the houses are made up of stone and have roofs of split shake. As direct descendant of ancient Tibean immigrants, the culture and tradition of Briddim closely resembles that of nearly Tibetan villages.<
  • Day 09. Trek from Briddim to Syabrubesi (1467m.):
    It takes three hours. You trek from Briddim to Syabrubesi via Wangel. This day the trail moves gentle descent passing through villages, terraces and magnificent views of surrounded hills.
  • Day 10. Drive from Syabrubesi to Kathmandu:
    It takes about 9 hours. It is a pleasant drive back to Kathmandu with splendid views of hills, mountains, terraces and villages. You drive along the unpaved road till Betrawati and you begin to follow narrow well paved road.

Cost Include

  • 4 nights 3 star Hotel in Kathmandu on B/B
    • 1 Sirdar and porters
    • 1 Sherpa every 4 members
    • 1 porters per 2 member
    • Room charge during trek.
    • National Park fee,
    • Insurance for Nepalese staff,
    • Airport transfer,
    • Bus: Kathmandu-Shyabrubensi
    • Bus: Shyabrubensi-Kathmandu

Cost Exclude

  • Lunch & Dinner during Kathmandu stay
    • Meals are not included in the trip cost during trek.
    • Personal equipment
    • High risk medical insurance
    • International air ticket, International airport tax
    • Alcoholic beverages & telephone calls
    • Laundry and postage
    • Nepal Visa Fee US$ 30 Per person
    • Emergency rescue evacuation if needed,
    • Kathmandu entrance fee during Sightseeing
    • Purely personal nature expenses.