Tamang Heritage Trekking Trail in Nepal

Trekking along this unbeaten trail is a new experience for the trekkers and exploring the beauty of mountains with the culture of the local Tamang people. The trek through Tamang villages with its life and culture with the Tamang Heritage Cultural trail is one of the best ideas for exploring your trekking holiday in Nepal.

We will receive hearty felicitation from the locals rich in their distinct costumes, the architecture of their mountain houses, and ancient monasteries. It offers a wilderness experience through beautiful landscapes of alpine terrain, flat meadows, and rhododendron forests.

The inhabitants of this area are believed to be the offspring 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 grains and vegetables as well. Their daily life activities include raising livestock, agriculture, and trading with Kerung in Tibet. They also weave baskets and mats from bamboo.

During the Tamang Heritage trekking, we enjoy the dramatic views of Langtang Lirung (7245m.), Langtang Kerung, Chimse Danda ridge crossed by Ganjala Pass (5122m.), Dorje Lakpa (6989m.), Jugal Himal, Paldor peak, Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, Shringi Himal, and Sanjen Himal ranges.

This trekking starts from Syabrubesi and passes through Goljung, Gatlang, Thuman, Timure, and Briddim. Goljung, Gatlang, and Langtang are traditional Tamang villages culminating in cultural features. The visit to the beautiful local Tamang monastery and the holy Parvatikunda Lake at Gatlang adds delight to your trekking.

We can also combine the trek with Langtang Valley Trek, Gosaikunda Trek, and Langtang Circuit Trek if you want further extend the trek.

Itinerary in Detail:

Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu airport and transfer to the hotel

You will be met by our airport representative and transferred to the hotel, Evening free and overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 02: Full day of sightseeing in Kathmandu

After having Breakfast, we take you on a sightseeing tour in Kathmandu Valley including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Monkey Temple, Pashupatinath Temple, and Boudhanath Stupa.

Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubeshi

We start our journey at about 7 AM and head north out of Kathmandu driving through scenic foothills and ridgeline vistas to Syabrubensi.

The first part of your drive up to Trishuli Bazaar is quite smooth. The path now moves along the gravel road. During the rainy season, the way is sometime blocked due to landslides.

Day 04: Trek from Syabrubesi to Gatlang

While trekking today, we experience the Tamang culture and we will see the scenery from the viewpoint. On this day we walk through villages. The cultural show at Goljung and Gatlang makes our 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

Today, on the way we enjoy sightseeing of Langtang range and Ganesh Himal. At Tatopani which naturally signifies ‘hot water, we can take a 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 from our aches and pains. This day’s trekking provides us with an opportunity to experience the Tamang culture.

Day 06: Trek from Tatopani to Thuman (2338m.) via Nagthali

We trek via Bimthang. En route, we can encounter animals like monkeys and deer. The panoramic view of Langtang, Kerung, Ganesh Himal, and 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. A beautiful view of the mountains can be seen from every house in Thuman.

Day 07: Trek from Thuman to Timure

While trekking from Thuman to Timure we can visit nearby historical Rasuwagadi. This day’s trekking grants us an opportunity to observe Tibeto Burman Tamang culture in 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 have existed for many centuries. A suspension bridge here links Nepal and Tibet.

Day 08: Trek from Timure to Briddim

We will experience the village life of Briddim. Moreover, we can enjoy cultural shows performed by community members. We can also experience homestay and Tamang culture. To mention about Briddim is a Tibetan Buddhist village in the bosom of Langtang Himal.

Around 43 houses are spread in a Z shape. Most of the houses are made up of stone and have roofs of split shake. As a direct descendant of ancient Tibetan immigrants, the culture and tradition of Briddim closely resemble that of nearly Tibetan villages.

Day 09: Trek from Briddim to Syabrubesi

We trek from Briddim to Syabrubesi via Wangel. On this day the trail moves gentle descent passing through villages, terraces, and magnificent views of surrounding hills.

Day 10: Drive from Syabrubesi to Kathmandu

It takes about 7 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 a narrow well-paved road.

Day 11: Transfer to the international airport for your final flight departure

Transfer to the international airport for your final flight departure

Serviced included

· Airport transfers

· Three-night hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast

· A day sightseeing tour in Kathmandu

· Meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner) on the trek

· Accommodations in lodges on the trekking

· A guide & porters (1 porter for every two trekkers and a porter carry about 20–22 KG from 2 of you)

· Paper works, National Park entry permits, & TIMS permit.

· Ground transportation by local bus

· Arrangement of emergency helicopter service, which will be paid by your travel insurance company

· Sleeping bag, down jackets, and duffel bag, If necessary (return after the trek)

Service Excluded

· Nepal entry visa fee

· Travel insurance (compulsory)

· Meals (lunch & dinner in Kathmandu)

· Your personnel expenses drink water, hot and cold drinks & bar bills.

· Laundry, telephone, hot shower & internet charge

· Entrances Fees while visiting Kathmandu on the second day

· Tips for the guide and porters

· Anything not mentioned in the included section