Tamang Heritage Trail

Tamang Heritage Trail Overview

Tamang Heritage Trail is a gem of the rustic Langtang Region. Stationed close to the Kathmandu Valley, the Tamang Heritage Trail Trek is the best short and easy trek in Nepal. Due to the low elevation and its proximity to the lively Kathmandu Valley, this trek is also considered the best warm-up trek before joining the popular high-altitude treks.

Yes, the views of the mountains, including the Langtang Lirung, Ganesh Himal, and other Tibetan ranges during the Tamang Heritage trek are stellar but the real treasure of this trek is revealed after you explore the settlements there. Despite being close to the major city of Nepal, the trails of the Tamang Heritage trekking trails have managed to maintain the intact natural and cultural beauty.

Inhabited by the Tamang settlements, the villages of Goljung, Gatlang, Tatopani, Thuman, and Bridim give you ample opportunity to scrutinize the unique Tamang culture and Lifestyle. You might be unaware of the origin of these Tamang settlements in these parts of the Langtang region.

The Tamang people in these regions migrated from the Tibetan land in the very old days and made this beautiful land their permanent residence. Thus, trekking to these regions, you will get to experience Tibetan Buddhism in abundance. Further, it is among the only treks in Nepal which take you very close to the Tibetan Border.

Known as hot water in Nepali, Tatopani was another major attraction of the Tamang Heritage Trail trek. The presence of the natural hot springs at the Tatopani lured several trekkers in the past few days. But after the ravaging 2015 April earthquake in Nepal, most of the hot springs in Tatopani also got destroyed. Due to this reason, in recent days, this trail has received a handful of tourers. But Tatopani is not the only attraction of this trek.

Unique Tamang settlements, their hospitality, sacred Parvati Kund, ancient old gompas, and stunning views, all contribute a lot to making each day a memorable day in the Langtang region. During this trek, natural magnificence and the unique Tamang culture, sit side by side here, each complementing the other.

Despite having all this natural and cultural grandeur, the Langtang Tamang Heritage Trail is still an underrated trek in Nepal. With the anticipation to provide you with a unique trekking experience we, the member of Mission Himalaya Treks have designed this Tamang Heritage Trail Trek at a reasonable cost.

Route: Kathmandu-Syabrubesi-Gatlang-Tatopani-Nagthali-Thuman-Bridim-Syabrubesi-Kathmandu

Why choose Tamang Heritage Trail?

The reason for joining this short Langtang region Trek on the Tamang Heritage route varies from person to person. Below are listed some genuine reasons that explain why you should choose this trek for your upcoming vacation.

Less crowded trekking trails offer you eternal happiness.

Jaw-dropping views of Langtang Himal, Ganesh Himal, and other Tibetan ranges including Kerung.

Ancient gompas, chortens, colorful prayer flags, and the beautiful Tibetan-influenced Tamang settlements.

Festivals, Celebrations, and Hospitality of the local Tamang people.

Rejuvenating walk through the dense forest of pine, rhododendrons, and others.

Exploration of the sacred Parvati Kund, which is popular for its power of fertility.

Homestay service in the villages of Gatlang, Thuman, Birdim, and so on.

Besides these, as the Langtang region was hugely affected by the 2015 earthquake, the people living in this region are still struggling a lot for their living. With some of the time spent on agriculture and animal husbandry, most of the people living here fully depend on tourism. Your visit to this place contributes a lot to raising their living standard and community development. So, just think of visiting this region on your next visit to Nepal. The happiness and appreciation that you receive after visiting this region are incomparable to anything in the world. Thus without thinking for a while, decided to join the Tamang Heritage Trail Trekking.

Short Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival day at Kathmandu.

Day 2: Drive Kathmandu to Syabrubesi.

Day 3: Trek from Syabrubesi to Gatlang.

Day 4: From Gatlang trek to Tatopani.

Day 5: Tatopani to Thuman via Nagthali.

Day 6: Trek from Thuman to Bridim.

Day 7: Bridim to Syabrubesi.

Day 8: Return to Kathmandu.

Day 9: Departure Day.

How to get into the Tamang Heritage Trekking Trail?

To get into the Tamang Heritage Trail, you have to first take a drive of around 8 hours from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi. From Syabrubesi, you can continue your actual trekking journey. If you are thinking of the mode of transportation availability, then let’s make it clear, that both local and tourist buses leave from Balaju or Machha Pokhari for Syabrubesi. Furthermore, if you want to reach there earlier, you also have the option to hire a private jeep ride. However, joining the latter demands some extra cost.

Unlike the busy roads of Kathmandu Valley, the winding and scenic roads of the Syabrubesi always bless you with an adventurous travel experience. Further continuing the trek from Syabrubesi, you will get to experience the exotic Tamang culture, festivals, and celebrations.

Tamang Heritage Trail Trek extensions

There are various extension options available during the Tamang Heritage trail trekking.

Tamang Heritage Trail Trekking with Langtang Valley Trek

Among many, one of the popular ones is the Tamang Heritage Trail Trek with Langtang Valley trek. To accomplish this trek, instead of terminating the trek with the trek from Birdim to Syabrubesi, you better proceed with your trek towards the Lama Hotel. From Lama Hotel, you can continue your trek up to the popular Kyanjin Gompa via the Langtang village. To make your return, retrace the route back to the Lama Hotel and then head to Syabrubesi via Thulo Syabru. For this extension, you require a total of around 4 extra days for your trek.

Tamang Heritage Trail itinerary with Langtang Trek:

Day 1: Kathmandu to Syabrubesi.

Day 2: Syabrubesi to Gatlang.

Day 3: Gatlang to Tatopani.

Day 4: Tatopani to Thuman via Nagthali.

Day 5: Thuman to Birdim.

Day 6: Birdim to Lama Hotel.

Day 7: Lama Hotel to Langtang National Park.

Day 8: Langtang National Park to Kyanjin.

Day 9: Retrace the route to the Lama Hotel.

Day 10: From Lam Hotel, head to the Thulo Syabru.

Day 11: Thulo Syabru to Syabrubesi or Dunche.

Day 12: Return to Syabrubesi or Dunche village.

Day 13: Take a drive back to Kathmandu Valley.

Tamang Heritage Trek with Gosainkunda Trek

Tamang Heritage trek can also be combined with the popular Gosainkunda trek. Gosainkunda Trek itself is combined with the Langtang Valley trek most of the time and when it gets combined with the Tamang Heritage Trail trek, it adds extra excitement and entertainment. Located at an elevation of around 4380m, the Gosainkunda Lake demands the proper acclimatization rest.

Best time for Tamang Heritage Trail Trek

Similar to most of the trekking regions of Nepal, the Spring and Autumn seasons astonish trekkers on the Tamang Heritage Trail. A walk on the Tamang Trekking trails during the popular Autumn and Spring seasons offers you enthralling and clear views of the sky and the surroundings. For a better trekking experience, always dress up on a layer so that whenever you feel hot or warm you can add or remove clothes out of your body.

Being the low altitude trek winter trek is also doable and is equally interesting. In addition, a summer trek is also absolutely possible but while trekking this region in summer be cautious about the slippery roads, landslides, and leeches on the way.

Solo Trek or Guided Trek?

Well, the routes of Tamang Heritage Trek are straightforward so, a solo trek never comes as an issue on this trek. Till you have a Tamang Heritage Trail map in your hand, you are unlikely to miss your way. In case of any dilemma regarding the routes, you can ask the locals in the teahouse or lodges. Not the proficient level but the locals there understand and speak at least basic English.

Nevertheless, a guided trek always serves you with more information and more entertainment. You don’t have to think much about the accommodation and all. Instead, the hide will take care of your Tamang Heritage Trail Itinerary. By chance, if you suffer from any physical sickness, with proper first aid knowledge, guides are always there to help you. Further, these guides are the ones who help you to better connect with the locals and their celebrations.

Hiring a guide from the Langtang region itself serves you with authentic and genuine information whereas the guide from Kathmandu will accompany you throughout the trail. Moreover, as most of the local people depend on tourism for their living, your selection as a guide helps them a lot with their living. Meanwhile, the guides from Kathmandu Valley also provide you with authentic information and do all possible things to indulge with the locals. Also, their major source of income is tourism. Therefore, it is all up to you whether to hire a guide from Kathmandu or the Langtang region.

Accommodation and Food during the Tamang Heritage Trek

Accommodation

With the availability of teahouses, lodges, and homestays throughout the trekking trail, accommodation is not a matter of concern during the trek to Tamang Heritage Tail. During your stay at the Syabrubesi, you can have a luxurious stay at the Western-style hotels. However, after heading towards the Tamang settlements, the lodges and homestays offer you simple and clean private rooms with basic facilities like electricity, mattresses, and hot showers. Moreover, where most lodges offer you squat toilets, there are some offering western toilets.

Foods

Varieties of foods are served at the teahouses and lodges of the Tamang Heritage Trekking trail. From traditional Nepali Dal Bhat set to western pasta, pizza, omelets, pancakes, and many other dishes, the lodges here include varieties on their menus. Further, your stay at the homestay, lets you taste the dhendo too. Mostly dhendo is the dish prepared out of the flour of Millet, Barley, or Wheat. At the homestays, Tamand traditional food and liquors let you try some new tastes.