Tamang Heritage Trekking
Tamang Heritage Trekking new experience for the trekkers exploring the beauty of mountains with the culture of local Tamang people. We trek through Tamang villages with their life and culture. We will receive hearty welcome by the locals rich in their separate costumes, architecture of their mountain houses and antique monasteries. It offers you wilderness experience through beautiful landscapes of alpine terrain; flat meadows and rhododendron forests.The population of this area are believed to be the off spring of Tibetans from Kerung who intermingled with Tamang of the Helambu area. Tamang communities are generally found on higher elevations with the peasants charming in variable farming and taking out of forest products. They are mainly sheep and yak herders but grow some grains and vegetables. Their daily life activities comprise raising domestic animals, agriculture and trade with Kerung in Tibet. They also weave baskets and mats from bamboo.During the trekking we enjoy the impressive views of Langtang Lirung Langtang Kerung, Chimse Danda ridge crossed by Ganjala Pass Dorje Lakpa Jugal Himal, Paldor peak, Ganesh Himal and Manaslu Himal.
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: Tamange Heritage Trail Trek
: Min.1 to Max 18 persons in a group
: 1950 m
: 2650m.
: September to late December and February to late June.
: Moderate
: Drive: Car/Van/Bus to Dhunche*
: 08 Days Trek (+3 day)
: Approximately 5 - 6 hours each day.
Day 01: Upon Your arrival to Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA)
you will be greet by our Airport Representative, and transfer to hotel in kathmandu.Days 02 kathmandu: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation
Today after breakfast we will start a guided tour to several of the most historical and spiritual attractions in Kathmandu. Some of these landmarks are considered World Heritage Sites; including the historic Durbar Square, the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupati Nath, the famous 'Monkey Temple'(Swayambunath) and Buddhists shrine (Buddha Nath) which is one of the large Stupas in the world. In the afternoon, there will be a pre-trip discussion where we can meet our trek leader and other team members. Nepal TravellingTours & Trekking briefs us regarding our trek as well as provides us opportunity to ask any questions we may have regarding our upcoming adventure.
Day 03:Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (1467 m.) via Trishuli (Nuwakot) which takes about eight hours.
You stay overnight at hotel in Syabrubesi. You head north out of Kathmandu driving through scenic foothills and ridgeline vistas to Syabru Besi passing through Dhunche. While passing along the road at the bank of Trishuli river you catch a glimpse of Ganesh Himal, terraces and green hills. As you pass through Dhunche you feel as if you are heading towards deep land. At the same time, you notice that the road after Betrawati is still under construction. Stay overnight guesthouse.Day 04:Trek from Syabrubesi to Gatlang (2238m.)
via Goljung and it takes about six hours. While trekking you can experience some of the Tamang culture. You can see scenery from view point especially as you walk through a local village. The cultural show at Goljung and Gatlang makes your 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. Stay overnight at guesthouse.Day 05:Trek from Gatlang to Tatopani (2607m.)
which takes about six hours. On the way you enjoy the sightseeing of the Langtang range and Ganesh Himal. At Tatopani which naturally signifies 'hot water', you 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 will heal you from your aches and pains. This day's trekking provides you an opportunity to experience the Tamang culture. Stay overnight at guesthouse.
Day 06:Trek from Tatopani to Thuman (2338m.)
via Nagthali (3165m.) nad Bimthang and it takes about five hours. En route you may encounter animals like monkeys and deer. The panoramic view of Langtang, Kerung, Ganesh Hima 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. Beautiful views of the mountains can be seen from every house in Thuman. Stay overnight at guesthouse.Day 07:Trek from Thuman to Timure (1762m.)
which takes about five hours. While trekking from Thuman to Timure you can visit nearby historical Rasuwagadi. This day's trekking grants you an opportunity to observe Tibeto Burman Tamang culture in two of the 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. Stay overnight at guesthouse.Day 08:Trek from Timure to Briddim (2229m.)
and it takes about six hours. You can experience the village life of Briddim and enjoy a cultural show performed by community members. You can also experience a home stay and Tamang culture. To mention a little about Briddim, it 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 direct descendants of ancient Tibetan immigrants, the culture and tradition of Briddim closely resembles that of Tibetan villages. Stay overnight at guesthouse.Day 09:Trek from Briddim to Syabrubesi (1467m.)
which takes three hours. You trek from Briddim to Syabrubesi via Wangel. This day the trail moves along a gently descending path passing through villages, terraces and magnificent views of surrounding hills. Stay overnight at guesthouse.Day 10:Drive from Syabrubesi to Kathmandu and it takes eight hours.
It is a pleasant drive back to Kathmandu with splendid views of hills, mountains, terraces and villages. The rest of the afternoon time is free and in the evening celebrate dinner together with Nepal Travelling Tours & Trekking staffs. . Overnight at hotel.Trip Cost Include:
- Airport pickup and drop by private car van bus.
- standards Hotel in Kathmandu on B/B.
- Three meals a (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) during the trek.
- Hot & Cold drinks. (Tea, coffee, hot milk, hot chocolate
All accommodations during the trek. - All necessary paper works Langtang National park entry permit
- Trekking information management system (Tims) permit.
- Bus Kathmandu to Dhunche/syabrubeshi and Kathmandu
- A helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, well English speaking trained,
government license holder guide With all his salary, food, - drinks,accommodation, transport and insurance.
- A Strong, helpful porter with proper equipment (one porter for two
people). - Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
- Sleeping bag, down jackets and walking stick (if is it required)
- All government taxes and office expenses.
- farewell dinner with culture show
- Kathmandu sightseeing tour with guide and private car,van,bus.
Trip Cost Does not Include:
- Any bar bills (alcoholic drinks, mineral water, and cold drinks), cigarettes, client's personal insurance, any kind of unforeseen expenses etc
- Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu
- Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service which will be paid by your Travel insurance company.
- Tips for guides and porters Tips is expected















