Tamang Heritage Trek

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Duration
10 Days
Trip Grade
Moderate
Country
Nepal
Group Size
1-25
Activities
Trekking

Tamang Heritage Trek takes you into the laps of Langtang region, and is a combination of camping and homestay trekking. You will do an interesting trek through typical Tamang villages. Discover the history of the place, the descendants and their culture. See their way of life and how it depends on agriculture, animal husbandry and trade. Unlike treks of the popular Annapurna and Everest regions, this trail is far less crowded. In fact, you will see a very few trekkers on the trail, which makes this the perfect short trek in the Nepalese Himalaya.

The people in this region have preserved their native culture and language, one that has remained virtually unaltered. The Tamang and Hyolmo people migrated nearly 300 years ago from Tibet through the ancient trade route leading there. People here had more exposure to Tibet so the culture of this region resembles that of Tibet. Yet, the mix of Nepal and Tibet found here is unique to this trail.

Syabrubesi is the beginning and end of this trek, taking you through landscapes of unspoiled natural beauty. Trekking through forests in hilly trails and rough landscapes, you might see bears, leopards, red panda, and musk deer that inhabit this place. You will enjoy panoramic views of Langtang (7,234m) and Ganesh Himal (7,422m) Range, including Mt. Dorje Lhakpa, Paldor Peak, Mt. Manaslu (8,163m) and Jugal Himal. Along the way, you will see glacial lakes, hydropower plants, visit a cheese factory, and pass through alpine terrain. You will also dip, relax, and kill-off fatigue nearby at least one hot spring.

Along with the natural beauties, you can get a lifelong memory of Tibetan Buddhist culture and tradition during this trek. You can observe numerous feasts and festivals celebrated by the Tamang ethnic people of this part of Nepal. This short trek gives you an opportunity to observe and participate in the local dances like Syabru, Mane, etc. You can also buy the handcrafted items such as traditional caps, scarves, sweaters as well as gloves made up of sheep and yaks’ wool.

This is a moderate type of trek requiring a good habit of daily exercise or walking activity. The best time to visit here is in spring when rhododendron forests are in full bloom beautifying the entire region. Variety of birds and butterflies are seen playing and dancing in the colourful woodlands. The next appropriate season is autumn when you can taste different kinds of fruits that are totally organic and delicious.

This is one of the cultural heritage treks in Nepal that provides you with the knowledge about the typical Tamang culture and tradition. This community-based trekking in Nepal can be further customized to Langtang Valley Kyanjin Gompa trek, Langtang Valley Helambu trek, Langtang Gosainkunda trek, etc. Orbit Alpine Adventure is always ready to provide you with the customized trekking package of Langtang region. For more details, you can contact us via different digital media offered on our official website.

Highlights

  • Scenic drive to Syabrubesi, the gateway to Langtang region trekking
  • Less crowded trekking trail
  • Perfect short trek in the Nepalese Himalaya
  • Unspoiled natural beauty and socio-cultural aspects unaffected by the modernity
  • Different plant and animal species of Langtang National Park
  • Firsthand experience of Tamang ethnic community influenced by Tibetan Buddhist practices
  • Panoramic views of Langtang (7,234m) and Ganesh Himal (7,422m) Range, including Mt. Dorje Lhakpa, Paldor Peak, Mt. Manaslu (8,163m) and Jugal Himal
  • Colourful forests during travelling in spring
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Ganesh Himal
Tamamng Women Cooking
Traditional Tamang House
Tamang Heritage Trek Itinerary
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After we land at Kathmandu International Airport, you will be greeted by our staff and taken to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Max Altitude: 1,350m/4,429ft Meals: Welcome DinnerAccommodation: Three Star Hotel

After breakfast, the tour guide of our agency directs you for sightseeing tour around Kathmandu Valley. He takes you around the UNESCO World Heritage Sites located in the capital city of Nepal. Some of the sites you will go around are Swayambhunath Stupa (the Monkey Temple), Bauddhanath Stupa, Patan Durbar Square and Pashupatinath. Return to the hotel and stay overnight.

Max Altitude: 1,350m/4,429ft Meals: BreakfastAccommodation: Three Star Hotel

We travel from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi passing through Trishuli River which takes approximately eight hours. On the way you will see picturesque hills. While passing all along the road at the shore of Trishuli River you hold a glance of Ganesh Himal. Overnight in Syabrubesi at lodge.

Max Altitude: 1,600m/5,249ft Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: TeahouseDuration: 7 Hours

Trek from Syabrubesi to Goljung (1,946m) which requires 4½ hours. Here you get the experience to explore the Tamang way of life. Moving from Gojlung, you will reach at Gatlang walking for further 4 hours. From the view point here, you will see beautiful landscape. Here too you will get a chance to see exceptional cultural show which makes your trip a memorable one. Gatlang that rises on a hillside amid the terraced fields is a Tamang community. One can also visit a Tamang monastery here and beautiful Parvatikunda Lake. Overnight at tented camp in Gatlang.

Max Altitude: 2,238m/7,343ft Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: TeahouseDuration: 7 Hours

o reach Tatopani (2,607 m) from Gatlang, it takes around 3 hours. En-route you can take pleasure in seeing the views of Langtang range and Ganesh Himal. Tatopani in Nepali literally means ‘hot water’. Here you can take hot bath in hot springs and it is believed that bathing in this spring would alleviate from aches and pains. Overnight at Tatopani.

Max Altitude: 2,607m/8,553ft Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: TeahouseDuration: 7 Hours

It takes around 5 hours to reach Thuman (2,338 m) from Tatopani passing all the way through Nagthali Ghyang (3,165m). From Nagthali Ghyang, you will see exciting views of Langtang, Ganesh Himal, Kerung, Sanjen range. Nagthali actually used to be a famous meditation place for the local priests and monks. Thuman is a cultural village, which is known for its Shamanic acts and captivating views of the Langtang Himalayan Range comprising 13 major peaks.

The Shamanism of Langtang region is a world famous cultural practices that has been followed in many countries even today. Actually this is a traditional therapy of many diseases before the invention of medicines and modern treatment. Shamans (Dhami/Jhankri) treat the patients by chanting traditional mantras and dancing in traditional music. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Teahouse

Today we depart from Thuman and reach Rasuwagadhi taking around 5 hours. Taking around 7 hours more we will reach Briddim. This day you can view Tibeto Burman Tamang way of life on the way. You can discover village life of Briddim. Home stay for overnight in Briddim.

Max Altitude: 2,229m/7,313ft Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: TeahouseDuration: 7 Hours

Today we will move from Bridim Village to arrive at Syabrubesi. The upper part of the trail is more striking for the stunning views of mountains and green hill s. This way is broader and remains vivid through the diverse Shepra and Tamang villages. And then the trail suddenly decline to the Syabrubesi (1,600 m). Overnight at Syabrubesi.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: TeahouseDuration: 6 Hours

We drive for about eight hours, to reach Kathmandu from Syabrubesi. We experience marvelous views of terraces, hills, mountains and villages. Overnight at Kathmandu in hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Farewell DinnerAccommodation: TeahouseDuration: 7 Hours

After the breakfast, we will take you to the airport for your scheduled flight ahead.

Meals: Breakfast
Cost Details
Includes
  • Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle free of cost
  • 3 night 3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
  • Teahouse accommodation during the trek
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek is included
  • Welcome and farewell dinners
  • All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary will operated honestly
  • An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trekking guide and there will be assistance guide if group size is more than six people
  • Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
  • Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food and accommodation is included in cost
  • Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion because we will give to other client too by making it clean once used ) included
  • All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (National Park Permit, TIMS) will be arrange by Orbit Alpine Adventure
  • Medical kit (carried by your trekking guide)
  • All government and local taxes
Excludes
  • Nepalese visa fee
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary will have to bear by client
  • Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu
  • International flights
  • Travel and rescue insurance
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.) have to manage by client
  • Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s)
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Tamang Heritage Trek FAQs

Tamang Heritage Trek is located in the popular Langtang trekking region that is located in northern side of Kathmandu Valley. It shares its border with the Tibetan Plateau close to Mt. Shishapangma (8,027m). It is one of the closest trekking destinations from the Kathmandu Valley.

We highly recommend you to do Tamang Heritage Trek to have the experience of natural and cultural wonders of the Nepalese Himalayas. You can have wonderful glimpses of the snowcapped peaks of the Langtang, Ganesh Himal and Manaslu regions. While travelling through this belt, you can also have the mesmerizing vistas of Mt. Shishapangma and Jugal Himal, the closest Mountain from Kathmandu. This trek offers you a typical lifestyle, culture and tradition of Tamang ethnic communities. As these are the migrants from Tibetan Plateau, their culture and tradition resembles with that of Tibetan Buddhist sect. This trekking also rewards you with the diverse flora and fauna of Langtang National Park. Doing Tamang Heritage Trek in spring offers you the colourful forests of this region.

Langtang Himal Range consists of 13 recognized peaks including other unnamed mountains. The highest peak of this Himalayan Range is Langtang Lirung with the elevation of 7,234m. Other notable peaks are Langtang Ri (7,205m), Dorje Lakpa (6,966m) and Yala Peak (5,520m).

Tamang Heritage Trek is a moderate type of trekking in Langtang region. Although you have to walk for about 7 hours per day, the highest altitude to reach is Tatopani (2,607m). However, you have to take all the precautions to prevent from any type of unwanted consequences. The rugged trail may be a bit challenging for the beginners but not a big deal for the one having good habit of walking and good physical condition.

Tamang Heritage Trek is one of the closest trekking destinations from Kathmadu Valley. It starts from Syabrubesi which is around 80 kilometres distance from Kathmandu. You can reach there in a private jeep or tourist bus within 7 hours by driving along the Pasang Lhamu Highway. By walking for about 6 hours per day, you can complete this trek within 6 days.

As the highest altitude you have to reach is Tatopani (2,607m), there is low chance for altitude sickness. Nevertheless, we highly suggest you to walk gradually with low pace. Similarly, have enough water and hygienic food items to prevent from Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). As soon as you feel any symptom of AMS, consult with your trekking guide to minimize or cure it.

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