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Tamang Heritage Trail Trek – 12 Days
Quick facts about Tamang Heritage Trail Trek – 12 Days
Duration
12 Days
Trip Grade
Moderate
Maximum Altitude
4773m
Group Size
2 to 25 People
Starts
Kathmandu
Ends
Kathmandu
Accomodation
Teahouse/ Hotel
Best Time
Autumn, Spring
Trip Overview
The Tamang Heritage Trail Trekking is an exploration of the rich cultural structure of the Tamang native people of Nepal, an area steeped in Buddhist and Tibetan-influenced traditions. Tucked away in the Langtang Region, this hike offers a singular chance to fully immerse yourself in the diverse customs, traditions, and way of living of the locals. The walk also reveals the magnificent views of the mountains and unspoiled scenery of one of the nation’s most isolated areas, which lies on the line of contact with Tibet. The Tamang Heritage Trail Trek provides a genuine and enlightening experience with its natural paths and opportunities for local homestays. Authenticity prevails over lodging groups in these communities, where the friendly locals maintain their customs, food, and dress. In addition to being a possibility for a challenging hike with breathtaking scenery while not reaching very high altitudes (in comparison to other treks), it is an intriguing cultural excursion. SyabruBesi (1345 m), the beginning site of the Langtang trek, is where the trip begins. It takes around seven or eight hours to get from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi. The 10-day journey is an almost circular trek, including the highest point—2607 meters—where you must spend the night.
The state of Nepal created the Tamang Heritage Trail Trek as an aspect of the trekking and nature tourism industry, and it is located in the Rasuwa district. Located north of Kathmandu, Rasuwa is situated around 125 km away from the nation’s headquarters. From Kathmandu, there is regular transport such as jeep and minibus services to Syabrubesi, a tiny village that is the entry site for the Tamang Heritage rail Trek, which leads into the valley of Langtang. The 12-day route for the whole Tamang heritage trek takes place in the Langtang Valley and includes stops in culturally significant but rarely visited villages like Syabrubesi, Tatopani, Chilime, Briddim, Thuman, Timure, Nagthali, and Gatlang. Before embarking on a full assault on the more well-known paths of the Annapurna Circuit Trek, or the Langtang Valley Trek, the Tamang Heritage Trail Trek is a great place to prepare yourself for the big event.
- Owner operated
- Price match guaranteed
- Tailored made trip
- Secured online payment
No. of Persons
Price per Person
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1 -
2 people
US$ 1050
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2 -
8 people
US$ 950
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9 + people
9999
US$ 850
Trip Highlights
1
Detail Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu airport then transfer to Hotel
The first day of your Tamang Heritage Trail Trek will consist of landing at the International Airport in Kathmandu where one of our representatives will be waiting for you at the terminal. You will be welcomed and escorted to your designated hotel where you will stay for the night. Since you have traveled quite a distance, you need to rest to prepare for the upcoming trek.
While at the airport, you will have to work out your tourist visa before leaving the premise. You are required to pay a certain amount of visa fee as per your duration of stay which is not a subject of coverage of our Tamang Heritage Trail Trek package.
Activity: 35 Minutes drive to Hotel
Accommodation: Lodge/ Tea House
Meal: Welcome Dinner
Max Altitude: 1,400m/4,593ft. (Kathmandu)
Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi
You will commence your journey along the Tamang Heritage Trek with an amazing journey from the capital to Syabrubesi. On your tour, you will see charming villages, rivers, tiered farms, and mountains covered with snow. We will be able to catch a glimpse of the snow-capped peaks of the Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, Annapurna I, and a few other peaks as you rise to Dhunche and follow the Trishuli River.
You should do some light stretching exercises and take a look around the quaint village of Syabrubesi once you arrive. We will spend the night in a guest house with the best facilities. Most of Nepal’s hiking paths pass by these unassuming guest houses, that are not like hotels, you can expect home-cooked, mouthwatering meals and a cozy bed each night of your stay.
Activity: Drive by Jeep/ Local Bus 8-9 Hours
Accommodation: Lodge/ Tea House
Meal: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Max Altitude: 1,460m/4,790ft. (Syabrubesi)
Day 03: Trek from Syabrubesi to Gatlang
Ascending to Ronga Bhanjyang on the second day brings about a dramatic shift in scenery as you reach the lowlands at the base of the Ganesh Peak. Essentially, there are two paths to Gatlang, one is a gravel road while the other is a walking path. The gravel road is easy but long and the other path is short but a bit difficult. We will be taking the latter path to Gatlang.
The walking trail will take us two hours to reach the summit of the Ganesh Himal ridge. We will take a break and relax here with something to drink. Gatlang settlement is indicated by a yellow circle path starting at this location.
A lovely view of a snow-covered range of mountains and a coffee and snack area awaits us at the summit of the trek. Following the climb, we will trek for about two hours on an even and easy trail to the settlement of Gatlang; the route markers on the trail will direct us.
Activity: 7 Hours
Accommodation: Lodge/ Tea House
Meal: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Max Altitude: 2,238m/7,343ft. (Gatlang)
Day 04: Trek from Gatlang to Tatopani
Continuing the Tamang Heritage Trek we will trek from Gatlang to Tatopani on this day. Your journey will take you downhill through thick forests, mani walls, and many Chortens before arriving at Thambuchet and Chilime. You will next reach Gonggang Village after ascending through the farmed slopes and over a hanging bridge.
Following lunchtime in Gonggang, we will follow a track that ascends progressively to Tatopani. The journey will include a trek past a hot spring. If you’d like, you may relax with a natural soak in the natural hot springs nearby. It’s said that taking a dip in these organic hot springs can relieve all of your physical ailments.
Activity: 7 Hours
Accommodation: Lodge/ Tea House
Meal: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Max Altitude: 2,607m/8,553ft. (Tatopani)
Day 05: Trek from Tatopani to Thuman Village via Nagthali and Brimdang
In addition to the breathtaking landscape, this day will go down as one of the trek’s best days because of the genuine interaction with the inhabitants in the idyllic little town of Nagathali. The trek’s highest point, 3,165 meters, is reached after a 500-meter ascent that takes four to five hours and leads to the quaint town of Nagathali.
In addition to being a really magnificent location, Nagthali is regarded as the trek’s most picturesque village. The locals there are quite kind, and every house serves as a guest house. Following lunchtime in Nagathali, we will make our incredible descent down to Thuman, where you can see the entire ridge and the massive Langtang mountain.
Activity: 5-6 Hours Trekking
Accommodation: Lodge/ Tea House
Meal: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Max Altitude: 3,165m/10,384ft. (Thuman Village )
Day 06: Trek from Thuman Village to Timure Village
Following breakfast in the morning at Thuman, we will trek for two and a half hours before dropping sharply for 640 meters via Dalphedi. We will continue the trek up the ridge northeast across a rocky slope before crossing the Bhotekoshi River. To reach Timure, we will trek north for about 40 minutes.
You’ll get to enjoy both the coziness of a guest house and the kind welcome of the people here. While visiting the hamlet, you will also be able to feel the tremendous impact of Tibeto-Burman culture.
Activity: 5-6 Hours Trekking
Accommodation: Lodge/ Tea House
Meal: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Max Altitude: 1,955m/6,414ft. (Timur Rasuwa)
Day 07: Trek from Timure to Briddim Village
The descent into the dense forest that leads to the expansive vista of the peaks marks the start of the hike to Briddim. It takes about two hours to hike to Briddim, ascending through Rhododendron trees and charming Tamang settlements. The route is a little rougher and longer on this day.
This town is the most distant location on the walk and a key highlight. It offers you an insight into the unique customs and lifestyle of the Tamang people, who preserve the way of life that is prevalent in Tibet. The ancient skills of the Tamang people are evident in their wooden-carved residences and temples, which further enhance their culture.
There are around fifty homes with roofs composed of unique stone tiles.
Activity: 6 Hours Trekking
Accommodation: Lodge/ Tea House
Meal: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Max Altitude: 2,241m/7,352ft. (Briddim Village)
Day 08: Trek from Briddim Village to Lama Hotel
Following an interesting stay in Briddim, your six-hour trek for the day will proceed in the direction of Lama Hotel. As you traverse the Bhote Koshi basin, you will travel through several verdant forests dotted with birch and bamboo trees, farmed hills, and small towns.
You may be able to see endangered species on the trail, such as musk deer, and red pandas. The route passes past Bamboo Village, which is situated along the shores of the Langtang River, then ascends gradually to Rimche. You will finally arrive at the Lama Hotel, which is where you will spend the night.
Activity: 5-6 Hours
Accommodation: Lodge/ Tea House
Meal: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Max Altitude: 2,469m/8,100ft. (Lama Hotel )
Day 09: Trek from Lama Hotel to Thulo Syabru
On the way to Thulo Syabru, our track passes through Rhododendron woods, where we may view native langurs (monkeys), wild boar, and other wildlife as well as birds if we are lucky enough. We get a fantastic up-close glimpse of Ganesh Himal while traveling.
The trail begins with a gentle descent along the riverbank and ends with two or three hours of severe upward climbing to reach the settlement of Thulo Syabru. During the last part of the trek, the route descends through farmed slopes to Thulo Syabru, which sits on a ridge. From there, you may see the vistas of Langtang Himal and Ganesh Himal.
Activity: 7-8 Hours Trekking
Accommodation: Lodge/ Tea House
Meal: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Max Altitude: 2,200m/7,218ft. (Thulo Syabru)
Day 10: Thulo Syabru to Dhunche
We will begin the hike by making our way through a woodland that descends to a rushing river. Following that, we will ascend the path along a river until we reach a Sherpa settlement.
After stopping for lunch, we will continue walking through farms, fields, and a series of gentle climbs and descents to reach Thulo Barkhu. This settlement offers excellent views of many peaks. From Thulo Barkhu, the road to Dhunche is almost 9 kilometers long but the path is easy as we will we trekking a roadway.
Activity: 5 Hours
Accommodation: Lodge/ Tea House
Meal: Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner
Max Altitude: 1,949m/6,394ft. (Dhunche)
Day 11: Drive from Dhunche to Kathmandu by Jeeep/ Local Bus & Farewell dinner
After spending our last night in the hills of Nepal, we will prepare to get back to Kathmandu after our breakfast. A 4-hour drive from Dhunche will take us back to Kathmandu. However, depending on the road conditions and traffic flow, it can take a little longer than that.
Upon reaching Kathmandu, you can rest or utilize the daylight to explore the city. In the evening, we will prepare a farewell dinner for you to celebrate the successful trek. We will be serving traditional Nepalese dinner with veg and non-veg sides as per your preferences.
Activity: 8-9 Hours by Jeep/ Bus
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal: Farewell Dinner
Max Altitude: 1,400m/4,593ft. (Kathmandu)
Day 12: Departure
Your walk along the Langtang Tamang Heritage Trek comes to an end today. Once you’re ready for the flight back home, we will bid you farewell while our driver will help you travel to the airport.
We are able to make the necessary preparations if you would want to prolong your vacation. You can additionally go around shopping Nepalese handicrafts and pick up a few gifts for your family and friends if the departure time is in the late hours of the day.
Activity: 30 min to airport
Max Altitude: 1,400m/4,593ft. (Kathmandu )
If our standard itinerary doesn't fully meet your needs, we are happy to tailor it to your specific preferences and requirements.
Includes and Excludes
What’s Included?
- Private Transportation from Kathmandu to SyabruBesi– Trekking starting point ( Jeep / Bus).
- Complete departure information, about trek, trekking guide, trekking crews and altitude sickness before the trek starting.
- First night and last night 3-star hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast.
- By private transportation all picks up and drops.
- Full board meals throughout the trek.(breakfast, lunch and dinner included chosen from lodge menu.)
- Twin share mountain lodge accommodation during the trek.
- licensed holder trek guide, helpful & friendly porters (1 porter =2 people) and their food, accommodation, salary, equipment, and accidental insurance for all staff. (6 trekkers 1 assistant guide)
- Down jacket and four seasonal sleeping bags will be provided during the trekking (down jacket and sleeping bag are to be returned after the trip)
- Trekking permit fee ( Langtang National Park and Local Village Entry permit Fee)
- Himalayan idol Adventure Company’s logo trekking bag/duffel bag, t-shirt and trekking trail map.
- First Aid kits for the staffs and the groups, including Oxi-meter and Diamox tablets
- Services coordination for emergency and rescue operations
- Government taxes & Company service charge
- Welcome/Farewell dinner at reputed traditional Nepali culture restaurant
- Trip achievement Certificate
What is not Included?
- Meals not included.
- Travel insurance (Compulsory)
- Nepal entry visa charge.
- All beverages and others personal expenses.
- Snacks and other personal expenses.
- Battery charge, hot showers & international phone calls.
- Service not mentioned above
Trip Information of Tamang Heritage Trail Trek – 12 Days
Tamang Heritage Trail Trek Difficulty
The Tamang Heritage Trail Trek is undoubtedly a brief, easy/moderately difficult hiking path. Over 2,000 meters of elevation gain is encountered throughout the course’s opening three-day period. Over the route, there are many steep and abrupt climbs. Up to day 4, the course gradually climbs through beautiful woods. You are going to start ascending to Nagthali, located at an elevation of 3165 meters, on day five. This ascent may be challenging for first-timers. Trekkers also need to be capable of walking with light daypacks for six to seven hours each day. Even so, use caution since this is a great place to begin your trekking adventure in Nepal. This trek is typically considered to be somewhat tough. You should consume sufficient hot meals and maintain hydration levels to prevent altitude sickness.
Best Seasons
This trip is best done in the months of March through May or September through November. similar to the remaining hikes in Nepal. Although it seldom snows during the peak tourist months, the nights are rather chilly in places over 2,500 m elevation. The only settlement rising past the 3,000 lines is Nagthali, which has chilly evenings and occasionally light snowfall throughout the tourist seasons. But we will not be staying there, so no need to worry about the cold. Even during the busiest season, it is strongly advised to come prepared with weatherproof clothes, a raincoat for your luggage, watertight footwear, and thermal gear since, as with any hiking in Nepal, the conditions can change suddenly.
Altitude Sickness for Tamang Heritage Trail Trek
Altitude sickness poses a significant risk to trekkers and hikers. At about 3000 meters of elevation, the oxygen content begins to decrease. Traveling on the Tamang Heritage Trail Trek might be challenging for some due to altitude sickness, which is caused by a sudden increase in altitude. If properly managed, altitude sickness is not a problem at all. It can cause a number of symptoms, such as a cold, headache, lightheadedness, fatigue, appetite loss, and mild elevation in heart rate. It’s important to recognize these signs and take the necessary pills to counter the effects of altitude sickness.
Accommodation, Food & Drink
Along the Tamang Heritage Trail Trek, the majority of lodging options are tiny, neighborhood tea shops that serve hearty, satisfying meals along with cozy, warm beds. We will stay in a communal homestay in Briddim; they will provide pleasant amenities as well, but they can be a little more basic. Food on the Tamang Heritage Trek is largely composed of Dal-Bhat and veggie/meat sides, similar to how it is in other parts of Nepal. The Momo (dumplings) in this region are typically not quite like the ones you probably had in Kathmandu. Here, the dumplings are bigger rather than the tiny, bite-sized Momo in cities. You should taste dhindo as well; it’s an essential rice substitute in many Nepalese communities; it’s prepared using mush flour made from maize that resembles dough but tastes amazing with juicy sides. You are solely responsible for all the drinks during this trek including but not limited to water, coffee, and other beverages.
Transportation
Our Tamang Heritage Trail Trek Itinerary requires a lot of traveling on roads, for instance, we have to take a bus ride to the starting point of the trek and a bus ride from the ending point to Kathmandu. To make things easier, our trek package will cover all the necessary road transportation expenses. This also includes drop off and pick up at the international airport in Kathmandu. This package does not cover any of your flight expenses.
Tamang Heritage Trail Trek Permits
You are legally required to have a Langtang National Park Permit/ Local Village Entry Ticket. These permits are systemized by the government of Nepal to fund the maintenance and development of these remote areas. Our Tamang Heritage Trail Trek will cover all these expenses as a part of the service. Our guide will help you get these permits and also help you get them validated at the checkpoints.
Trip Preparation & Fitness
The Tamang Heritage Trail Trek is undoubtedly a brief, easy/moderately difficult hiking path. Over 2,000 meters of elevation gain is encountered throughout the course’s opening three-day period. Over the route, there are many steep and abrupt climbs. Up to day 4, the course gradually climbs through beautiful woods. You are going to start ascending to Nagthali, located at an elevation of 3165 meters, on day five. This ascent may be challenging for first-timers. Trekkers also need to be capable of walking with light daypacks for six to seven hours each day. Even so, this is a great place to begin your trekking adventure in Nepal, you should use caution. This trek is typically considered to be somewhat tough. You should consume sufficient hot meals and maintain hydration levels to prevent altitude sickness.
Gadgets Charging & Internet
One of the best things about this trek is the availability of amenities. For the majority of the trek, there is Wi-Fi and electricity available at every guest house where we will stay the night. You may charge your smartphones, cameras, and other electrical devices for a little cost. Some guest houses offer Wi-Fi, charging you by the hour, but do not expect fast connectivity on the remote villages. The Tamang Heritage Trail Trek will not be covering these expenses as they are your personal expenses.
Your Extra Expenses
Unfortunately, the Tamang Heritage Trail Trek package is not able to cover every bit of expense of this trip. You will not find any all-inclusive trek package in Nepal as there are many things that can affect the total expenses of the trip. Your extra expenses are those that are personal to you, like your visa fees, travel and medical insurance, tips for the porters and guide, any kind of drinks, additional accommodation in case something unexpected holds us at a place, emergency services, and anything that we have not mentioned to be inclusive.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, once the trek starts there are no ATMs or money exchange services available for the entirety of the trek. You have to prepare your finances before we leave for the trek. You need to carry a certain amount of cash since you will have to buy energy bars, water, juices, and other things during the trek.
Yes, this trek is beginner-friendly but you need to be well-prepared and physically able to trek for hours every day.
No, the minimum number of people we take is 2.
Every two members of the group will share one strong porter while there will only be one single guide or trek leader.
Yes, along with being beautiful, the trek is safe for everyone.
- Owner operated
- Price match guaranteed
- Tailored made trip
- Secured online payment
No. of Persons
Price per Person
-
1 -
2 people
US$ 1050
-
2 -
8 people
US$ 950
-
9 + people
9999
US$ 850
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