Tamang Heritage Trail
Trip Overview
Tamang Heritage Trail is a newly developed route in the Langtang region which showcases the lifestyle and culture of local Tamang inhabitants. As the trail leads to Tibet, the ancestors of the Tamang locals are said to have come from Kerung, Tibet in Nepal for trade and settled themselves in Nepal by changing their ethnicity to Tamang for gaining Nepalese citizenship identity.
Walking in this untouched and unspoiled off the beaten track, you will have a chance to witness the astonishing beauty of terraced farmland, peaceful villages, rhododendron forests, and the magnificent Langtang Lirung and Ganesh Himalayas.
Highlights
- Off the beaten track experience in a less-crowded trail.
- Relaxing dip in Hot-spring water at Tatopani for relaxation.
- Close experience of local Tamang society influenced by Tibetan culture.
- Splendid views of mountains and landscapes.
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02: Permits preparation and trip briefing day.
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi (1460m)
Day 04: Trek from Syabru Besi to Gatlang (2238m).
Day 05: Trek from Gatlang to Tatopani (2380m).
Day 06: Trek from Tatopani to Thuman (2238m).
Day 07: Trek from Thuman to Briddim (2240m)
Day 08: Trek from Briddim to Syabrubesi.
Day 09: Drive from Syabrubesi to Kathmandu.
Day 10: Departure day.
Commencing this trip
The trail starts from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi with a long drive. From Syabrubesi the route starts opposit to the trail that leads to Langtang valley and Gosaikunda. Walking a remote path, which is mostly off the beaten, trekkers will get to experience and see the untouched and unspoiled part of Langtang and Ganesh Himal area. The villages here are mostly inhabited by Tamang people where Tibetan influence is mostly seen. Witnessing the antique culture, remoteness, and rural lifestyle, you will visit numerous villages before getting back to Syabrubesi again from where you will return back to Kathmandu retracing the same highway.
Best time to do this trip
The trail is mostly covered with a lush forest of rhododendron, alpine terrain landscapes, and flat meadows. The trip is best to undertake on either Spring or Autumn but to be specific, as Rhododendron Forest is on full bloom during March and April, trekking during Springtime can be more rewarding.
What is included?
- 3 nights accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast on twin sharing basis.
- 6 nights accommodation in standard tea houses during the trek on a full board twin sharing basis (Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner with tea/coffee).
- Experienced English speaking trek guide and porter/s for the trek (1 porter assigned for 2 travelers).
- Kathmandu to Syabrubesi and return transfers in a private vehicle.
- 2 International Airport transfers in a private vehicle.
- All required trek permit fees and Langtang National Park permit fees.
- Equipment allowances, salary, and insurance for the trekking staff.
- Kit bags/duffle bags for the trek.
- A first aid kit with basic supplies.
- All government taxes.
What is not included?
- Single room supplement charges during Hotel stay in Kathmandu.
- Lunches and Dinners in Kathmandu.
- Soft Drinks and Alcoholic beverages like Coke, Beer, etc. and cigarettes.
- Any sort of guided/ unguided city tours and transfers for the same.
- Entrance fees for monasteries and museums (if any).
- Nepal entry visa fee.
- International airfares.
- Hot shower and hot drinking water during the trek.
- Your personal trekking gears and equipment like the sleeping bag, trekking poles, down jackets, etc.
- Personal nature expenses related to the phone, wifi, gadget charging, laundry, gratitude/ Tips, snacks expenses, extra meals, tea, and coffees, etc.
- Your travel insurance and emergency rescue evacuation if any.
- Any activities or services not mentioned in "Service included section"
Important points to be noted:
- The mentioned trip price is per person price quoted for an open trek* based on 5 travelers group. The trip price will vary depending on the final size of the group. The trip price for a customized private trip arrangement may alter.
- The Single Room Supplement charge will be USD 90.00 net for the traveler willing to use a single room for 3 nights stay in Kathmandu Hotel.
- Single rooms will not be available in the tea houses during the trek due to the limited number of lodges on the trail.
- An assistant trek guide will be provided to the group above 5 travelers.
* Open trek refers to the trek opened for all interested travelers from around the world to join.
