Tamang Heritage Trek - 14 Days
Maxium Altitude
3870MDifficulty Level
ModerateTrekking Season
March to May and September to November
Overview
Tamang Heritage Trek is located at the north of Kathmandu near the Tibetan border. A newly developed trekking route is The Tamang Heritage Trek. About 150 years ago, Nepal fought Tibet over salt, and some of the biggest areas where this war took place are in the Langtang Region of Nepal.
The people of this region are mostly Tibetans who came from Kerung in Tibet across the border and settled in Nepal. The people in this place are of Mongoloid stock whose culture goes back to hundreds of years. They are descendants of Tibet and have hardly seen any tourist. Their culture is virtually untouched. Thus it is an interesting trek viewing Tamang villages, settlements, the craftsmanship, the stone-mud house which highlights an ancient lifestyle.
The trekking trail passes through traditional Tamang and Tibetan villages and goes until the Tibetan border – Rasuwagadhu passing through Syabrubensi which also can follow the trail leading to popular trekking routes to Langtang and Gosaikunda.
Tamang heritage trek is an exciting trek into the Himalayas which offers travelers a look into the everyday lives of the Tamang people, their culture, religion and crafts which have remained unblemished since the establishment of the settlement. They are mountain inhabitant of Langtang region, they dress colourful and their houses embellished with beautifully carved wooden porches.
Warm traditional welcome hosted by the locals, rich architectures of their houses, Buddhist monasteries, costumes combining it with picturesque scenery and also healing baths in natural hot spring in Tatopani add colours to the experience of this trek. This trek also offers backcountry experience through the gorgeous background of alpine scenery, flat pastures, and Rhododendron forests.
Best time for Tamang Heritage Trek
The best season for this trek is spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November). Although this trip can be taken during winter, the cold temperature might not be suitable for everyone. Since Tamang Heritage trekking is for those people who love to see traditional and untouched heritage.
Travel Insurance for Tamang Heritage Trek
You should comprehend over the span of treks in remote parts of Himalayan nations like Nepal may bring a characteristic hazard because of awful climate condition, avalanche, and surge and so on which is outside our ability to control can cause genuine damage and demise. Please check our travel insurance page to get more detail information.
Permits Required for Trek
Trekking Infromation Management System(TIMS) card and Langtang National Park entry Permit are the two essential permits for Tamange heritage Trekking area.
Finally, Tamang Heritage trekking is the easiest hiking treails in Langtang Region. Also, this package is suitable for short time traveler as well as family trek.
Mountain Treks Nepal Pvt. Ltd. welcomes all of you with a thankful heart as we have created a systematic schedule for the Tamang Heritage trekking and we have 14 Days Tamang Heritage Trek Itinerary. Moreover, we have similar Langtang Region Trekking packages that might be quite easy but almost all activities would be similar to, Langtang Valley Trek, Helambu Trek, and Tamang Heritage Trek.
Trip Highlights
- The unique culture of the people influenced by Tibetan culture
- Follow the popular trekking trail to Langtang and Gosaikunda
- Exciting trek to the Himalayas to view the culture of the Tamang community
- Discover old-style Tamang villages, pristine nature and local Buddhist monasteries
- Rituals, cultural practices, combined with the natural view of the glacier & rivers
- Splendid views Langtang Lirung, Ganesh Himal along with other several peaks of the Langtang region
- Enjoy natural hot spring water in Tatopani
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Detailed Itinerary
You will be greeted in an airport by the staffs of Brave Heart Himalaya Treks, After completing your custom formalities (Visa, check, etc) pick up your luggage and look for our representative with play board of Brave Heart Himalaya Treks, You will be transferred to the Hotel. Then you can have rest, go for hanging around the place nearby, Later in the evening, our company organize a “Welcome Dinner at any restaurant.
Your second day after breakfast you start a guided tour to several of the most historical and spiritual attractions in Kathmandu. The day will also be for finalizing official procedure and other necessary arrangements. You will be also briefed on the nature of the trek, equipment, and team composition. Some of the landmarks you visit include the World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu Durbar Square, the famous ‘Monkey Temple’ (Swayambhu Nath) and Buddhists shrine (Buddha Nath). and some Hindu temples then afternoon, there will be a short discussion where you can meet our trek Guide and other staff members. You can also make your last minute buying of personal items for the trek in the Himalaya from tomorrow
You will take breakfast early morning then we drive out along the north-western hills of Kathmandu valley. you will Enjoy the Himalayan views and mountainous lifestyle through the terraced fields and rustic villages. Take Lunch at the Trishuli Bazar before continuing further to Dhunche. From Dhunche, we descend down to Syabrubesi.
Your trek starts From Syabru, hike across the Goljung Village. Enjoy the views of the Mt, Ganesh Himalaya range, Shishapangma, Langtang Lirung etc. Gatlang is a small village on the hillside with the traditional stone houses. An overnight at Gatlang village.
Today’s trek begins with a descent to Thangbuchet. Enjoy the magnificent views of the Ganesh Himal and Langtang Himalaya Ranges. Passing by the Chilime Hydropower dam, you ascend the trail until you reach Tatopani (hot water)you dip into the natural hot water to relax your tired and pained muscles.
This day you trek from Tatopani to Thuman via Brimdang and Nagthali. Passing through the dense alpine forest, you reach the small Tamang village of Brimdang. Then a few hours walk uphill, you arrive at Nagthali hill. you can enjoy the fantastic views of Langtang, Sanjen, Kerung, Ganesh Himal ranges. Then trek all the way downhill to the Tamang village of Thuman.
Your trek continues to Briddim village from Thuman via Lingling. Briddim is a Tibetan Buddhist village on the lap of the Langtang Himal. Visit the Dukchu Gomba. Most of the houses in Briddim are built from the stone. The village mostly Inhabited by people of Tibetan origin. Briddim resembles a typical Tibetan village on this side of the village.
This day you trek from Briddim to Lama Hotel. The trail descends to the Ghopche Khola,(stream) Thereafter you ascend to Lamahotel via Rimche. Lama Hotel is situated on the banks of the Langtang River and surrounded by the forests and mountains.
Your trail continues along dense forests. After making a steady climb uphill through the valley, you enter the dry land area. You enjoy the marvelous views of Langtang Lirung and some other little mountains. you will Pass by grinding water mills, prayer wheels, chortens and some other mane walls with nice carving on it.
After breakfast and tea, you go out of the village and pass on through yak pastures. Pass the largest mani wall also, made from stone with prayers written on them. The prayers written on the mani walls are supposed to be blown away by the wind. Cross several of the wooden bridges along the way. Kyanjin Gompa is surrounded by the Himalayas all around. You can take a walk around Kanjin Gompa enjoying the views, glaciers, icefalls, birds, yaks and other different wild animals.
We get back to Lama Hotel this day, mostly part of the trail goes all the way downhill, you need to walk 4/ 5 hours from Kanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel. The trail goes all the way downhill through the forest following the river. Pass through the villages of Tamang people, who follow religious and cultural practices similar to the Tibetans.
This is the last day of your trekking. After breakfast, you trek down to Syaprubensi. it is a trail mostly downhill flat through lush green vegetation. Arriving Syaprubesi, You will get your lunch and dinner in the same place.
After your morning breakfast, we drive back you to Kathmandu.Transfer to your hotel. Spend your day with rest or go for shopping gifts for your friends and family, or walk around the city. You will do a farewell dinner then.
Now you are missing Nepal and the Himalaya which remain only in the pictures and your experiences,There is nothing to do but trade emails exchange with our company, You need to be at airport early approximately 3 hours before the scheduled flight,a company’s staff from Brave Heart Himalaya Treks will take you to the international airport. say namaste probably you will be back to Nepal Himalaya some day.
Trip Includes
- 14 days Trips, 11 of which included 3 meals a day.
- Airport pick up and drop.
- Private vehicle for Kathmandu sightseeing.
- Three nights’ accommodation (2* categories) in Kathmandu with Breakfast.
- Three times meal a day (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek.
- A cup of tea every morning during the trekking.
- Kathmandu to Syabrubesi and back to Kathmandu from Syabrubesi ground transportation.
- Highly experienced, helpful and friendly Guide, porters (1 porter for 2 people) their food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment’s.
- Langtang National park Entry Permit .
- Sleeping bag, down jackets and duffel bag – if Necessary (Need to returned after the trek).
- Nepal Government taxes.
- Local Taxes.
Trip Excludes
- Personal Travel Insurance.
- Nepal entry visa.
- International airfare.
- Entry fee of Kathmandu sightseeing (temple ,stupa)
- Drinks (mineral water, Tea, coffee, whisky) or other snacks and any meals beside breakfast, lunch and dinner. Hot shower, charge etc.
- Tips for Guide and potter.
- Snacks and other personal expenses.
- Personal trekking equipment.
- Any others expenses which are not mentioned on the “Trip Includes” Section.
mike
November 12, 2023 at 1:35 amTamang heritange trek
“We recently completed the Tamang Heritage trek with Mountain Treks Nepal and had an incredible experience! From the initial booking process to the actual trek, the agency was incredibly professional and helpful. Our guides were knowledgeable and friendly, sharing interesting details about Tamang culture throughout the journey. The homestays were charming and the food was delicious, with plenty of local specialties. We especially loved the culture ,witnessing a traditional Tamang dance or enjoying the panoramic views from Kyanjin Gompa). Overall, this trek was a fantastic way to immerse ourselves in the beauty and culture of the Himalayas. Thanks to Mountain Treks Nepal for making it such a memorable adventure!”
Brain
September 18, 2019 at 9:39 pmTamange heritage with Moutnain treks nepal
My recent trip on the Tamang Heritage Trek with Mountain Treks Nepal was an absolutely incredible experience! I would highly recommend this trek and this agency to anyone seeking a beautiful and culturally immersive adventure in Nepa
Kristene
April 13, 2017 at 9:43 pmMy recent trip on the Tamang Heritage Trek in Nepal with Mountain Treks Nepal was an unforgettable experience. From the very beginning, the agency was incredibly professional.
Our guides Yaka were knowledgeable and friendly, always ensuring our safety and comfort on the trek.
The Tamang Heritage Trek itself was breathtaking. We were immersed in the rich culture of the Tamang people, The scenery was stunning.
Overall, I highly recommend the Tamang Heritage Trek with Mountain Treks Nepal. It’s a perfect choice for looking for an adventure that combines stunning scenery, cultural exploration, and excellent service.