Tamang Heritage Trail Trek

$600

per person
11 Days

duration
Challenging

difficulty

Our "Challenging" trips are ideal for experienced trekkers and adventurers in good physical shape, featuring challenging terrain, long hikes, significant elevation, and remote locations. Wilderness skills are beneficial.
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2607m.

max. elevation
NBCT-13354

trip code

Syabrubesi/Syabrubesi
Local Express Bus or Jeep
Tea House to Local Basis

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Tamang Heritage Trail Trek Overview

Tamang Heritage Trail Trek in the Langtang region presents unique cultural and scenic country walks around the Langtang Mountain. Dhunche is the headquarters of Rasuwa district. The Tamang Heritage Trail Trek is designed for those trekkers and mountain lovers who wish to enjoy the Himalayan snow peak while exploring the culture of Tamang, one of the major ethnic groups in the middle hills and mountains around the Kathmandu valley and the northern part of the borderland to Tibet. It is a weeklong trekking holiday with immense views and cultural interest, exploring traditional Tamang villages as it has been for centuries.

Tamang people are of Tibetan and Mongolian origin; the ancient tribes migrated to Nepal 5,000 years back when Kathmandu Valley was still a lake. History shows Tamang as original horsemen (Ta for horse and marred in Tibetan) riding on red horse soldiers of past many kings and royal of Tibet and Mongolia, migrated to North Mid East / Mid West of Nepal hundreds of centuries ago. Tamang villages are all around Kathmandu Valley and beyond, retaining its past glory of ancient culture and heritage trekking in the Himalayas.

Nepal Base Camp Treks delight you by introducing scenic and cultural country sidewalks on the high mid-hills of Langtang Valley and Tamang Heritage Trail Trek in the Ganesh Himal area, which is close to the Tibetan borderland. Starting with a sightseeing tour of Kathmandu’s medieval and Buddhist regions of old Swayambhunath and biggest Bouddhanath Stupas, then on the scenic drive North of Kathmandu to reach Rasuwa district at Dhunche and Syabrubesi villages where this wonderful trek begins. The walk leads to beautiful forested areas of tall rhododendron-pines-oaks and bamboos, which are rare and elusive Red Panda habitats in the backdrop of high giant peaks of the Ganesh Himal and Langtang Lirung Himal range of mountains. The journey leads towards several attractive Tamang villages of Gatlang-Tatopani (hot spring), Thuman, and Briddim, where you can marvel at its ancient culture and traditions, explore its towns and monasteries, after a beautiful time heading back to the road, head to Syabrubesi for the drive back to Kathmandu, where our marvelous and enjoyable Tamang Heritage Trail Trek concludes.

Highlights of Tamang Heritage Trail Trek

It is one of the most accessible hiking destinations in the Kathmandu Valley.
The Langtang Valley and Tamang Heritage Village have a unique culture, a mountainous environment, and natural beauty that will amaze you.
Explore the area home to the endangered red panda, various animals, and a hot spring.
Breathtaking mountain views like Tibet Peak, Langtang II, Ganesh Himal, and Paldor Peak.
Explore the stunning Parvati Kunda Lake and old Buddhist monasteries.
Explore a subtropical woodland loaded with a variety of rhododendron blooms.

Your safety during the journey is of paramount concern while traveling with Nepal Base Camp Treks and note that turbulent and cloudy weather is regular phenomenon along the Himalayas ranges and possibility of domestic flights from Kathmandu to Lukla or Lukla to Kathmandu may have to be delayed for few hours or even canceled for a day.

Any Weather conditions and health condition of a group member, or unexpected natural disasters, etc., can all contribute to changes in the tentative itinerary. NBCT leader will try to ensure your trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if any required.

As a safeguard we recommend you to add a couple of extra days after your trek before you fly from Kathmandu to your onward destination.

Tamang Heritage Trail Trek Itinerary

1400m

Highest Altitude
Hotel

Accomodations

On reaching Kathmandu international airport via various respective airlines, our Nepal Base Camp Treks guide or staff will receive you with warm welcome and then a short drive to your hotel in the heart of Kathmandu city.
After checking in your hotel rooms and getting refreshed join at the hotel lobby for group briefing and orientation program where our guide informs you regarding hotels, Kathmandu, Nepali culture, Tamang Heritage Trail Trekking with welcome dinner in a pleasant authentic Nepalese restaurant with culture program.

All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during the trek
Accommodation: Hotels in cities and lodges during the trek.

1400m

Highest Altitude
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Meals
Hotel

Accomodations

In Kathmandu morning after breakfast and at given time our city guide will pick you up for sightseeing tour around places of interest around Kathmandu old part of the city, Kathmandu is famous for world heritage sites with tour of Pashupatinath a holy temple, Bouddhanath Stupa a Buddhist pilgrimage spot or tour of Kathmandu old Durbar (palace) Square and ancient 2,500 years old Swayambhunath, afternoon free for Tamang Heritage Trail Trekking preparation.

All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during the trek
Accommodation: Hotels in cities and lodges during the trek.

122km

Trek Distance
7hrs

Trek Duration
1,460 m

Highest Altitude
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Meals
Tea House or Lodge

Accomodations

Morning an exciting drive towards Rasuwa district to Langtang region as the ride leads towards high hills of with views of Himalayan peaks and rolling green hills, passing through many farm villages and towns to reach at a nice Tamang village at Syabrubesi after passing through Dhunche town, where Langtang National Park begins.

Syabrubesi located in the shadow of massive Central Himal of Ganesh and Langtang mountain range, a door to many treks to Langtang and Ganesh Himal area and as well route to Tibet border.

All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during the trek
Accommodation: Hotels in cities and lodges during the trek.

12km

Trek Distance
5hrs

Trek Duration
2,200m

Highest Altitude
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Meals
Tea House or Lodge

Accomodations

From Syabrubesi, our first day walk begins following along a gentle and winding uphill trail on the road to Goljung village, with super views of Ganesh and Langtang Himal, after Goljung village a nice walk with short ups and down path to a large scattered Tamang village in Gatlang for overnight stop in of its few fine and cozy Home Stay cottage and huts.

Gatlang village has an old monastery where visitors are welcomed with warm hospitality and a Khada (silk scarf) of Buddhist culture, afternoon visit the monastery and make friends with the villagers.

All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during the trek
Accommodation: Hotels in cities and lodges during the trek.

2607m

Trek Distance
6hrs

Trek Duration
2,607 m

Highest Altitude
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Meals
Tea House or Lodge

Accomodations

After a nice time and homely hospitality of Gatlang people, morning walk leads to a short descend close to newly built Chilime Hydropower project at River Chilime. From here walk leads to cross a suspension bridge over Chilime River which flows from Tibet, and with an uphill for few hours till Tatopani village is reached for overnight stop.

Tatopani means Hot Water in Nepali, this village with natural hot spring nearby, afternoon free at leisure and to enjoy the hot spring pool which is refreshing and cure of many diseases.

All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during the trek
Accommodation: Hotels in cities and lodges during the trek.

10km

Trek Distance
6hrs

Trek Duration
2,400m

Highest Altitude
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Meals
Tea House or Lodge

Accomodations

Morning after a refreshing time in Tatopani and with spectacular views of Ganesh Himal, starting morning walk with a climb into dense forest of rhododendron, pines, magnolia and oaks tree lines to reach at Nagthali Danda, a fantastic view point at Nagthali Danda over looking panorama of Langtang Lirung, Ganesh Himal and array of adjoin peaks, after a great time with the views heading downhill to our next overnight stop at Thuman village another nice village with farm life and old culture.

All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during the trek
Accommodation: Hotels in cities and lodges during the trek.

13km

Trek Distance
6 Hours

Trek Duration
2,345 m

Highest Altitude
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Meals
Tea House or Lodge

Accomodations

From Thuman village, morning walk begins with a descend to river Trisuli, looking over the trail to Tibet in the far distance, after crossing a river with a long downhill to our overnight stop at Briddim. This is another pretty farm village with old monastery, afternoon visit this old monastery treasures many historical artifacts along with the tall statue of Sakyamuni Buddha and of Guru Ringboche “Padmasamba” with time to explore the village of Briddim.

All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during the trek
Accommodation: Hotels in cities and lodges during the trek.

12km

Trek Distance
5hrs

Trek Duration
2,350m

Highest Altitude
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Meals
Tea House or Lodge

Accomodations

After Briddim village with great interesting time, walk from here leads to downhill back to Trisuli River after passing Khangjim village and close to Syabrubesi village, starting with 2-3 hours climb and then on the good trail passing farm fields and terraces, walk continues arriving at River side lodge located on the junction to Upper or Thulo Syabru and trail to Langtang valley joins, our overnight stop will be in the middle of forest at Lama Hotel.

All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during the trek
Accommodation: Hotels in cities and lodges during the trek.

11km

Trek Distance
6hrs

Trek Duration
2,350m

Highest Altitude
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Meals
Tea House or Lodge

Accomodations

Morning after breakfast with great time around high hills of Langtang area exploring Tamang villages of great interest, our last day walk of this fabulous trip leads downhill most of the way to reach the bridge above Bhote-Kosi (Upper Trisuli River) and then a pleasant walk back to Syabrubesi village.

All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during the trek
Accommodation: Hotels in cities and lodges during the trek.

122km

Trek Distance
6hrs

Trek Duration
1460m

Highest Altitude
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Meals
Hotel

Accomodations

After a great country walk on the scenic trail around Langtang area visiting interesting Tamang villages, morning journey as the drive leads back to Kathmandu with few rest stops for refreshment and lunch, after 6 hours of good drive reaching back at busy city life in Kathmandu.

All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during the trek
Accommodation: Hotels in cities and lodges during the trek.

Last day in amazing Nepal with awesome time in the high hills around Langtang and trekking on Tamang Heritage Trail, our staff will transfer you to Kathmandu international airport for your final flight back homeward bound or to respective countries.

All Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during the trek
Accommodation: Hotels in cities and lodges during the trek.

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Airport pickups and drops anytime arrive/departure
The 3-star hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast
Teahouse/homestay accommodation during the trek
All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek
Farewell dinner at an authentic restaurant with cultural dance program
All ground transportation on a comfortable public bus
Cultural, English-speaking government-licensed guide on the trek.
Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter) on require
Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, food, and accommodation
Down filled jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion)
Trekking bag/duffel bag, trekking pole and trekking map are yours to take
All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (National Park Permit, TIMS)
Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
All government and local taxes

We will be staying at Hotel International Guest House, a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu; and teahouses during the trek. All accommodations are on twin-shared basis during the trek. Twin sharing or Single supplement will be served in Kathmandu.
Nepal Base Camp Treks will arrange rooms with attached washrooms; however, teahouses in some places only have shared washing and toilet facilities. Also, note that single rooms are readily available in Kathmandu and the trekking regions at the lower elevation but it might be difficult to find them at higher elevations.

Tamang Heritage Trail Trek Trip Information

Syabrubesi

Syabrubesi is a beautiful town in Langtang National Park. It is about 117 kilometers north of Kathmandu in the Rasuwa district of Nepal and is a starting point for many treks in the Langtang Valley. Syabrubesi is near the Bhote Koshi River and has terraced fields and lush green hills. It is a peaceful and charming place for trekkers to begin their journey into the Langtang area. Syabrubesi has many shops, guesthouses, and tea houses.

Tamang Villages

As you go deeper into the middle of the Tamang people on the Tamang Heritage Trail Trek, you’ll come across traditional villages like Gatlang, Thuman, and Briddim. These villages show how the Tamang people live. They have beautifully carved wooden homes, colorful prayer flags that flutter in the wind, and terraced fields with seasonal crops.

Langtang National Park

As you trek through Langtang National Park, you might see animals like Himalayan monkeys, deer, red pandas, Himalayan tahr, and various bids. Depending on the season, you can walk through rhododendron forests that bloom in spring.

Hot Springs and Monastries

Trekkers can rest their tired muscles along the way in natural hot springs like those in Tatopani. These springs are not only a great place to relax after a day of hiking, but they are also crucial in local rituals and beliefs. Along the path are also old monasteries, such as the one in Gatlang, that are perfect for meditation and reflection.

Scenic Landscapes

The trail goes through a variety of landscapes, from lush green valleys to rough terrain with rhododendron forests. As you go higher, magnificent views of snow-capped peaks like Langtang Lirung and Ganesh Himal unfold in front of you, giving you a fantastic exprience.

The accommodations on the Tamang Heritage Trail Trek range from basic to standard. You’ll experience the warm hospitality of the Tamang and Sherpa people while staying in traditional tea houses. At lower altitudes, the tea houses have comfortable rooms with beds, pillows, mattresses, and warm blankets, and each room has its own bathroom. As you go higher, the rooms become simpler, with foam mattresses, beds, pillows, and blankets, but only shared bathrooms are available.

All rooms are for two people, so you’ll need to share with other trekkers unless you book a private room, which can be more expensive. Tea houses at lower altitudes may have Wi-Fi, phone services, and Western-style bathrooms with hot showers. At higher altitudes, there is no Wi-Fi or phone services, and the bathrooms are squats. You can still get hot water for showers, but it will be provided in a bucket.

In your Tamang Heritage Trail trek, you can enjoy local, Asian, and Western food. Fresh vegetables and plenty of drinks, like hot lemon, ginger, garlic soup, and green tea, are recommended while trekking. For breakfast, you can choose from a menu that includes egg, muesli bread, cornflakes, french toast with jam, butter, and cheese, Tibetan bread, local tsampa porridge, fruits, and hot drinks.

For lunch, you can enjoy dishes like Dal Bhat, Tibetan bread, sherpa stew, steaks, sandwiches, Momo, macaroni dishes, tenduk spaghetti noodles, potatoes, vegetables, salad, pizza, snacks, and desserts. The dinner menu is similar to the lunch, offering Dal Bhat, noodles, thukpa, pasta, vegetable curry, various soups, steaks, sandwiches, Momo, macaroni, potato items, vegetables, salad, pizza, snacks, Korean ramen, and desserts.

Spring

Spring is one of the best times to go to the Tamang Heritage Trail Trek. It lasts from March to May. These are the busiest months of the year. The roads are packed with trekkers who want t see nature regain its lost beauty. The road through the forests is lined with flower buds that are about to bloom. It’s an incredible experience for nature lovers. The weather is stable, with clear skies. You can see the breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains. The days are sunny, and the temperature at night is average.

Autumn

Autumn is another ideal time to trek in Tamang Heritage. The autumn months are from September to November. The weather and temperature are best, providing the ultimate trekking experience. The hike is remarkable because nature’s beauty is at its peak. You will see the breathtaking views of mountains as the sky is clear. It’s sunny and warm during the day, but it can get cold at night.

Trekkers frequently suffer from altitude sickness. At about 3,000 meters above sea level, the oxygen level begins to decrease. People on the Tamang Heritage Trail Trek struggle with altitude sickness, which is caused by a fast increase in height. Altitude sickness may not be fatal if treated properly. There are several symptoms of altitude sickness, like headache, dizziness, exhaustion, loss of appetite, and a little rise in heart rate. You can manage this by:

When symptoms appear, move slowly.
Trekkers must pack medical items such as ginger, garlic, and other herbs.
Drinking water helps to keep your body hydrated.
Avoid smoking and consuming any sort of alcohol.
Consume plenty of calories and energy-boosting foods.
Ensure proper acclimatization and descend to a lower altitude for sleeping.

The Tamang Heritage Trail Trek is considered quite challenging and goes through remote regions of Nepal. So, you need to have travel insurance. Getting the right travel insurance is important in case something goes wrong. Travel insurance is one of the most important documents when hiking in Nepal’s high mountains. You must navigate landslides, steep ascents and descents, and busy trails.

If you face any issues while trekking in these conditions. The insurance will be helpful. You can avoid paying a large amount all at once, so you must get proper insurance coverage. This insurance should cover all costs related to rescue and evacuation from high peaks. Make sure your insurance policy covers medical expenses, helicopter emergency evacuation, and altitudes of at least 5,000 meters.

The Tamang Heritage Trail Trek in Nepal is quite difficult to complete. It requires dedication because you are about to climb to a height of about 3,165 meters at Nagthali Ghyang. Make the most of your holiday by planning it as a group. Even though it may appear unnecessary, a guide can help you stay secure while traveling. They will take care of the documentation. It is especially recommended if this is your group’s first time. The right exercise can help with acclimatization and physical fitness. Despite having a lower overall elevation than other treks, altitude sickness is still a concern.

Exercising before trekking is usually a good idea. The stress of the Tamang Heritage Trek will be reduced by regular physical activity. Trekking can be quite unpleasant if you have aching muscles, blisters, joint problems, or back issues. So, you should exercise beforehand. Begin working out at least one month before the adventure. Jogging, cycling, swimming, long walks, and running are all cardiovascular activities. Carry a small backpack so that you get used to it.

Trekking Route	Distance (Kilometers)	Duration (Hours)	Highest Altitude (Meters)
Syabrubesi to Gatlang	21	5	2,200
Gatlang to Tatopani	12.2	6	2,607
Tatopani to Thuman via Nagthali	9.2	6	2,400
Thuman to Briddim	14	6	2,345
Briddim to Lama Hotel	13	5	2,350
Lama Hotel to Syabrubesi	11.3	6	1,460

Clothing

Moisture-wicking base layers (tops and bottoms)
Insulated jacket (down or synthetic) for warmth
Waterproof and windproof jacket
Trekking pants
Warm hat and gloves
Buff or neck gaiter
Sun hat and sunglasses

Footwear

Trekking boots
Hiking socks
Camp shoes or sandals

Gear and Equipment

Backpack
Sleeping bag
Trekking poles
Headlamp
Water bottles or hydration bladder
Water purification tablets
First aid kit
Sunscreen and lip balm

Miscellaneous

Toiletries
Snacks
Camera or phone
Cash
Travel insurance documents

FAQs For Tamang Heritage Trail Trek

The Tamang Heritage Trail is a great trek on a gentle path. It goes through local villages where you can stay in traditional homes. You’ll also see beautiful views of the mountains in Tibet and the Langtang and Ganesh Himal ranges, surrounded by rhododendron forests.

The Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek is the hardest hike in the Nepal Himalayas. It’s tough because you have to plan and bring everything with you. The Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek is a camping trip, so there are no lodges or comforts along the way.

The Great Himalayan Trail (GTH) is the longest trail in Nepal. It goes across the Himalayas from east to west. The idea was to create a long trekking trail in Nepal that stretches about 1,700 kilometers (1,100 miles) from one end to the other.

Rasuwa has heights between 614 meters and 7,227 meters above sea level. Forests cover 31.43% of the land, and 16.63% is always covered in snow. The steep landscape and natural beauty make Rasuwa a popular tourist spot in Nepal.

Archaeological excavations prove that the ancestors of the Tamangs were Mongolian tribes that lived in this area thousands of years ago. The word “Tamang” comes from two Tibetan words: “Ta,” which means horse, and “Mang,” which means trader or horseman. Until 1950, the Tamangs faced a lot of discrimination.

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Syabrubesi

Tamang Villages

Langtang National Park

Hot Springs and Monastries

Scenic Landscapes

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