Overview
Tamang Heritage Trail is newly opened trekking trail for trekkers and probably the best for cultural seekers in Nepal Himalaya. This trekking route lies near the Tibetan border. This trek leads you through the popular Tamang village where many ancient Gompas and Buddhist pray rocks that are set around the village and sometimes even on the walking trail. This is a unique trail where you will have an experience of the Tibetain Tamang culture and their poor lifestyle. You can also directly interact with locals to get in touch with their interesting traditions.
Langtang is a name of Himalayan range and national park which lies to the northern border side of Nepal. Langtang national park was established in 1976 as the first Himalayan National park of Nepal. It is located in an area of 1710 sq km. The protected area exceeds an altitudinal range of 6,450 m (21,160 ft) and one of the popular trekking destination on Nepal. It is also very famous for flora and fauna where you can see world’s rare animal such as Snow leopard, Red Panda etc. The trail where you walk is through the valley and village of Langtang. Langtang trail leads you along the Langtang Khola to Keynjing gompa which is the last village of the valley. There are some day trips around Keynjing Gompa to visit Glacier, Tserko Ri, Kharka and many more. The Cheese factory of Keynjing Gompa is very interesting to watch which was helped by Swiss government. There are lots of chance to see wild animals and birds along the route.
Upon arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuwan International Airport, we will greet you and take you to the hotel. We can meet later on that day or the next day to take you to our head office to brief you on your upcoming Trek with us. Here, we will introduce you to your trekking guide and Sherpa. If your flight arrives on time, we will take you to one of the most popular local restaurants with delicious Nepalese food, cultural music and ethnic dance. This will give you a glimpse into the different ethnic groups of the country. If you arrive late in the evening we can do this the next day.
After breakfast, you will begin a city tour of Kathmandu where you will see the main attractions of the valley. On this tour you will visit the Boudhnath Stupa, Pashupatinath temple, Swyambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple), and Kathmandu Durbar Square (the old palace). After finishing the city tour, we will meet again to check your clothing and trekking equipment (sleeping bag, down jacket and trekking boots). Overnight at the hotel.
Our guide will meet you at the hotel as per departure time and takes you to the bus station where your journey starts towards north of Kathmandu through Pasang Lamu highway. The road is well paves till Trisuli bazzar and unpaved to Sybrubesi. You will enjoy the scenery on the way - beautiful landscape and valley, farm terrace and village as well as snow peaked mountains. Finally you will reach to Shybrubesi. Evening stroll around the town and stay overnight at the lodge.
After breakfast at the lodge, an hour and half of ascent walking to reach to the view point from where we can see the fantastic view of Ganesh Himal, Gosaikunda range and the Goljang valley. Then the trail leads you downhill to Goljang valley where you stop for the Lunch. The beautiful Tamang village is another 3 hrs walk from Gatlang where you stop for overnight at the lodge.
Today is the longest day of your trip and will take about 7 hours. The walk begins by descending to Thangbuchet (near Chilime village) by the Bhotekoshi River. You will enjoy the view of Chilime Hydropower dam. After lunch the trail ascends uphill till the hanging bridge. After crossing this bridge, the trail ascend continues until you get to Tatopani which literally means 'hot water'. Overnight at the lodge.
This evening you can enjoy natural hot springs with bathing areas in the lap of the mountains. Locals believe that the waters have a healing quality that washes away your aches, pains and sin.
After breakfast your day starts ascending to Nagthali Danda (3300m) the high open grassland with amazing views of snow covered Himalayas. After rest, continue your walk to Brimdang where you stop for lunch. After lunch the trek continues ascending to Nagthali Danda. One can enjoy the view and spend some time at the top accompanied by tea prepared by the care taker of the Gompa. Then your walk continues down to Thuman, Tibetan influenced Tamang village with interesting lifestyle. Overnight at the lodge.
Today your day begins with easy walking and after little while descends to Timure en route to the old trade route to Tibet. Stop here for the lunch. Rasuwaghadi (Nepal-Tibet boarder) is just 3hrs walk from Timure lies on the bank of River. After lunch the walk continues to Briddim another Tibetan influenced Tamang village. Home stay at Briddim is a unique experience. All accommodations and foods are offered at the individual house on a rotational basis. Each host family provides clean bed, toilet and a family dining room.
Enjoy the evening with the host family, eating traditional foods and sleeping at their usual clean bed. Plain rice, Tibetan bread, Syakpa (Sherpa Stew), Potato, Tibetan tea and wine is the local drink is offered. You can also observe the local indoor rituals and cultural practices with the host family and go on village walks to see the lifestyle, traditions and customs of the people. Then the locals gather in the evening in their traditional costume, performing cultural songs and dances, welcoming the visitors. The host family will explain the special features of the village and cutural craftsmanship.
After breakfast at the lodge, the trail leads up to the Sherpa Gaon after few up and down. Then continue leads to the Lama hotel which is an easy walk. On the way you will enjoy the views of mountains, villages and forest. Overnight at lodge.
Today your day starts walking through the forest along the river to get in to Ghoretabela. There are few tea shops on the way where you can have rest. After Ghoretabela, an easy walk for a while and climb to Langtang through the barren valley. Stay overnight at Langtang.
The trail leads uphill at the beginning after crossing the Langtang village and easy walk to the tea shop. Then the trail descends uphill to the ridge and drop down to the valley of Keynjing Gompa for overnight.
Today you have an option either walk up to the Tserko Ri or hike up to the Glacier. It also depends on your fitness condition. You shall discuss with your Guide regarding your health condition and interest so that he will suggest you accordingly. There is Yak Cheese factory which you should visit. There is very popular Gompa(Gompa is a place where people goes for meditation) nearby which is worth visit. Overnight at lodge.
After breakfast at the lodge drop down to the Langtang village which is easy downhill. You will enjoy the views of Himalaya and valley. The trail continues drops down to Lamahotel for overnight.
The trail drops steep downhill towards riverside to cross the bridge and slightly down to Pairo where you can have a lunch. Then the trail climbs little up and down to the bank of the river. At the end cross suspension bridge to get to the Sybrubesi for overnight.
Today, take an early morning bus drives to Kathmandu. Upon your arrival, transfer to the hotel. You can have lazy day at the hotel or you can do some city tour if you wish. This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner together. Overnight at the hotel.
Today is the last day of the trip with us. If you would like to extend your holiday with us, we will help you otherwise we will assist you to the airport as per your flight departure time.
Travel season
Spring and Autumn are the two best seasons to visit Nepal.
Health and Fitness We strongly recommend you to consult the doctor before planning your holidays.
Train Yourself
This trip requires walking on altitude above 3000m from sea level for the duration of 2 days. So it is not so important to have walking or previous trekking experience. Trek preparation is required. Running will help your stamina but does not fully prepare your muscles for a strenuous hike. It is advisable to go for frequent walks which should include some uphill and downhill sections if possible. Take your daypack with you with at least a weight of three kilograms or more. This will simulate the conditions you will encounter while on your trekking with us. Join a gym. Ask your gym instructor to work out a fitness program that consists of progressive resistance exercises. An experienced instructor will be able to tailor a safe exercise regime based on your age, condition and strength. Work with a schedule that progresses to higher resistance or weights as you develop your fitness.
Mountain Weather
The weather conditions in the mountains are notoriously difficult to predict. During the day it can be nice and warm and the nights are generally always cooler. The weather you will experience on this Trek is extreme and rather unpredictable so it is best to be prepared for all eventualities. Temperature during the Tamang Heritage trail is very normal and even hot below 2500m; the expected temperature during a day is from 20 to 25 degree Celsius during spring months and 10 to 20 degree Celsius during the autumn months. The night time can drop to 3 to 5 degree Celsius. Temperature above Langtang village (3500m), the expected temperature during the day is from 5 to 10 Degree Celsius (also depends up on weather condition) at spring months and 6 to 15 degree Celsius at autumn months. The However, above mentioned chats of temperature are the expected but temperature can be different as per the everyday weather conditions of the mountain is hard to predict.
Trip Length: 15 Days Difficulty: Easy to Moderate Group Size: 2-10 Pax
Activities: Trekking, Sightseeing Best Month: September- May Transportation: Private Car & Public bus Accommodation: Hotel, Lodge & Home stay Style: Tea house/ Lodge Trek Max Elevation : 3800mt. at Keynjing Gomba Meal: Breakfast in Kathmandu and full meals during the trek Trip Route: Kathmandu-Sybrubesi-Tatopani-Briddim-Langtang-Keynjing Gomba-Lamahotel-Sybrubesi-kathmandu
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