Key Information

Best Season : Best time for Spring & Autumn

Duration : 9 Days

Destination : TIA Kathmandu

Trip Area : Langtang Region

Group Size : Min 2

Max Altitude : 2380m

Accomodation : Tea House / Lodge

Trip Level : Moderate

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Trip Overview

Tamang Heritage Trail is a seven-day trekking package in the rural villages of Langtang valley. this is one of the best homestay trekking which offers to enrich Tamang culture and hospitality to the visitors. Tourists around the world visit these remote villages to study their culture, and environments and experience the wonderful lifestyle of Tamang influenced by Tibetan culture.

Langtang National park is one of the beautiful areas in the north of the Kathmandu valley which is easily accessible to do adventure activities, eco-tours, and Tamang cultural experience in homestay. There are several packages to Langtang region for trekking and peak climbing, mainly the region is known for Tamang an indigenous people, influenced by Tibetan culture. This trek is focused to uplift the socio-economic status of the Tamang community of the Langtang region. We stay at local people's homes during the seven-day trip excluding the stay in Kathmandu and Syaphrubensi.

Trekking in the Langtang region is less crowded compared to Everest and Annapurna regions. Tamang heritage trail is one of the less visited regions in the Langtang region. This trip is superb for trekkers who wish to spend their trekking days in nature and have an organic cultural frame. You can experience the traditional Tibetan Buddhist culture of the Tamang people which is slightly different from the Tibetan tradition. While trekking, you will pass Tamang villages with stunning views of the Ganesh and Langtang Himalayan ranges.

We start our journey from Kathmandu to Syaphrubensi in a private jeep. Syaphrubensi is a gateway to Langtang valley trekking, Ganja la pass trekking, Gosainkunda lake trekking, and many other peak climbings. We stay in a local tea house at Syaphrubensi. In the evening, we stroll around Syaphrubensi Bazar. The trekking starts from Syaphrubensi today, for the first two hours we climb to reach Gholjong. We enjoy picturesque views of hills and mountains. Today's destination is Gatlang which is an easy hike from Gholjong. Today, we descend for three hours to reach Tatopani where we can enjoy natural hot spring bathing. The Nagthali pass(3165m) is the highest elevation of this trek to reach Thuman village. You can experience and observe ancient monasteries and Buddhist traditional lifestyles. Briddim is our last destination from where we traverse back to Syaphrubensi. With the Tamang heritage trail, we can combine the Langtang valley trek, Helambu trek, and Gosainkunda trek.

Itinerary Highlights

Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu airport and transfer to Hotel

Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Syaphrubensi(1460m). 8 hours drive

Day 03: Trek to Gatlang(2238m) via Gholjung from Syaphrubensi

Day 04: Trek to Tatopani(2380m) from Gatlang

Day 05: Trek to Thuman(2338m) from Tatopani

Day 06: Trek to Briddim(2239m) from Thuman

Day 07: Trek to Syaphrubensi from Briddim

Day 08: Drive back to Kathmandu

Day 09: Departure

Detail Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu airport and transfer to Hotel
When you arrive at the airport, one of our representatives will assist you to transfer to the hotel. In the evening, a few discussions regarding trekking during dinner.
Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Syaphrubensi(1460m). 8 hours drive
Early morning, we drive towards Syaphrubensi(1460m) following Trishuli Bazar. We will take breakfast around Kakani hill on the way. We will drive through small towns, seeing hills and valleys for 8 hours to reach Syaphrubensi. While driving from Kathmandu, you will observe green hills, and sometimes mountain peaks. We will have lunch at Trisuli Bazar. In the evening, we will reach Syaphrubensi. Overnight at tea hose.
Day 03: Trek to Gatlang(2238m) via Gholjung from Syaphrubensi
After breakfast, we start to climb for two hours to reach Gholjung. You can have beautiful landscapes to capture at that moment. The picturesque mountain range of Ganesh Himal, Langtang, and Lirung makes it more lively and memorable. It takes about six hours to reach Gatlang village where you will experience the Tamang culture and their great hospitality. There are centuries-old monasteries, which can be visited to get blessings.
Day 04: Trek to Tatopani(2380m) from Gatlang
Actually, today is our relaxing day, we will have hot spring bathing at Tatopani. Early morning we take breakfast and hike towards Tatopani which takes three hours to reach there. We take a short tea break and change our dresses for hot spring bathing. It is believed natural hot spring bathing is beneficial for skin and relief of muscle pain and bone injury. At the same time, you will enjoy the scenic views of hills and mountains.
Day 05: Trek to Thuman(2338m) from Tatopani
Yesterday’s relaxation and rest make you more energized today. If you wish you can have a hot spring bath today also before breakfast. We trek for five hours to reach Thuman (2338m.) from Tatopani via Nagthali (3210m.) and Bimthang. While traveling, you can observe animals like monkeys and deer. The mesmerizing view of Langtang, Ganesh Himal, and Sanjen range can perceptibly experience from Nagthali. Nagthali used to be a famous meditation center for the local monks and priests. Thuman, a cultural village is renowned for its Shamanic performances and striking view of Langtang.
Day 06: Trek to Briddim(2239m) from Thuman
We Pass through rhododendron forests and yak pasture to reach Briddim (2239m.) which takes about seven hours. On this day you can experience similar Tamang culture as in Tibet. You can experience the village life of Briddim which is the last village on the Tamang heritage trail. . Furthermore, you can enjoy a cultural show performed by community members of the Women's group.
Day 07: Trek to Syaphrubensi from Briddim
Hike to Syaphrubensi from Briddim village. We will reach Syaphrubensi in the afternoon. We check in to a local tea house and have a rest.
Day 08: Drive back to Kathmandu
Our private jeep is ready for Kathmandu. Enjoying the drive, we reach Kathmandu in the evening. We will have a farewell dinner in local restaurants. You can hang out around Thamel.
Day 09: Departure
One of our Office staff assists you to reach the airport three hours before your scheduled flight.

Tamang Heritage Trail