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A country walk with amazing views in the harmony of local Tamang colorful Buddhist culture’
Tamang Heritage Trail Trekking, one of the most scenic and cultural walks in Nepal, takes you to the land of Tamang peoples interwoven with Buddhism who still practice the same colorful culture and custom similar to Tibetans, which is just across the border beyond Langtang Himal.
This is an interesting and fascinating holiday around Langtang Region which is close to massive Ganesh Himal also known as Yangri in local language of Tibetan origin, people with great interest for local culture and custom this will be your most awaited journey in the high hills of Langtang Himal.
Tamang Heritage Trail trekking, leads you away from the mainstream trekking trails of popular Langtang valley on ‘off the beaten tracks’ into complete wilderness and on the ancient Trans-Himalayan Salt and Caravan Route of Nepal & Tibet.
Starting with exciting drive from the outskirt of Kathmandu valley to reach North around Central Himalaya range at Syabrubesi past Dhunche town around Rasuwa district within the home of Tamang people an ancient tribe, migrated from Mongolia and Tibet to Nepal with more than thousand years of historical background.
Truly a wonderful and mesmerizing walks after a long drive where our route leads you into marvelous cultural villages at Gatlang-Tatopani and Thuman of great interest where you can observe its traditional way of life of old heritage with beautiful mountain views of Ganesh and Langtang Himal.
With great time walking into rural farm villages and around dense forested areas filled with tall rhododendron-magnolia-pines-oaks and fir tree lines, in spring the hills and valley will be alive when wild flowers are in full bloom.
Our great journey ends with ups and downhill walks heading back at Syabrubesi village for the drive back to Kathmandu on completing one of the most marvelous and fascinating journey of a lifetime experience on Tamang Heritage Trail Trekking.
Same as other famous trekking trails in Nepal, Tamang Heritage Trail Trek is best during spring (March, April and May) and autumn (September, October and November). This trekking doesn’t reaches very high altitudes, thus trekking in winter is also great option. This is an ideal time to trek for solo trekking lovers as there will be very few trekkers in this route during winter season. The views are perfect during this time and you will get enough time to experience mystic cultures and Heritages of Tamang tribes residing in this region.
Tamang Heritage Trekking is considered as easy to moderate level trekking and is suitable for all the people with strong or moderate physical strength with or without previous trekking experience in the Himalayas. There is very few risk of altitude regarding sickness. However, walking endurance of at least 5 hours day is mandatory to complete the trek as per our itinerary.
Morning traveling by coach or in private vehicles (depending upon group size), where drive leads on interesting and exciting highway to reach at Dhunche and beyond to Syabrubesi village.
On drive views of mountain and scenic landscapes as journey leads past number of farm villages and towns and then ending the drive at Syabrubesi for first overnight stop, around Langtang Himal and Rasuwa district home of Tamang the mountain tribe of Nepal and Langtang areas.
First day treks from Syabrubesi village leads to Gatlang at 2,238 m high on route Goljung, on walks exploring Tamang culture with grand views of Ganesh Himal, Langtang Lirung and other adjoining peaks.
As trek progress leading past several farm villages and then a slow climb reaching a large Tamang village at Gatlang for overnight stop, on arrival greeted with warm welcome and tehn transfer to local lodge or in local homes for overnight stay, with time to visit around the villages and interact with the locals.
Gatlang, situated on high hillside within terraced farm fields marked with traditional stone houses. One can visit a Tamang monastery and beautiful Parvatikunda Lake at Gatlang.
The cultural show at Goljung and Gatlang makes your trekking an unforgettable experience.
Today's walk begins with a descent to Thangbuchet, on the way enjoy views of Langtang Mountain range and Ganesh Himal with Tibet Mountains towards north, walk leads past small farm villages and into alpine woodlands to reach at Tatopani for overnight stop. Afternoon visit hot springs ‘Tatopani’ means hot water rising from the fresh spring with time for short walk around villages.
Tatopani signifies 'hot water’; it is believed that a dip into the spring heals you from pain and aches and relaxes your tired muscles, afternoon with time to experience Tamang culture exploring the village and interacting with the locals.
Morning walk from Tatopani leads to Thuman via Nagthali and Bimthang as the trail leads into dense alpine forest, chances of spotting monkeys and deer. On reaching Nagthali with clear views of Langtang Himal, Kerung, Ganesh Himal. Nagthali used to be a popular meditation center of local monks and priests. From here another hour walks to reach at cultural village of Thuman, where you can observe Shamanic performances with view of Langtang Himal.
From Thuman trek leads to Briddim village on route visit nearby historical Rasuwagadi the border of Nepal / Tibet, China with an old fort. The fort here is a historical reminder of the Nepal Tibetan relations that have existed for many centuries. Walk today leads you with an opportunity to observe Tamang culture and traditional village life.
After an interesting time with views of Ganesh and Langtang Himal, a nice and pleasant walk on winding path with a climb to a ridge overlooking more views of mountains and surrounding landscapes and entering rhododendron, pines and oaks forest, and then climb with short downhill to reach at Briddim for overnight stop.
Briddim, another Tibetan Buddhist village located on old trade route of Nepal and Tibet here with wonderful time enjoying folk and cultural show performed by local community.
After a refreshing and pleasant scenic time in Briddim village, our walk continues into dense forested areas to reach a main trail of Langtang valley trek at Lama-Hotel, a small settlement in the midst of the forest at the bank of upper Trisuli River.
Last day walk of this fantastic journey leads back to Syabrubesi, as walk follows on the same trail providing you with much views of the area, heading downhill past farm villages and terrace fields and then crossing over a bridge, where our final trek of the adventure brings you at Syabrubesi for last overnight stop around Langtang Himal and Rasuwa district.
Morning drive back to Kathmandu on same interesting highway with exciting time as drive leads through rural farm villages and towns with views of mountains after six hours journey reaching in Kathmandu, then transfer to your respective hotels.
The best time to do the Tamang Heritage Trail trek is during the spring and autumn seasons, which run from March to May and September to November, respectively.
The Tamang Heritage Trail trek is considered a moderate trek, suitable for trekkers with some prior trekking experience. However, the altitude gain and the terrain can be challenging in some sections of the trek.
Yes, you need a Langtang National Park entry permit and a TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System) card to trek the Tamang Heritage Trail.
The accommodation on the Tamang Heritage Trail trek ranges from basic teahouses to comfortable lodges, depending on the location.
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