Trip code | NET-TR-THT |
Package name | Tamang Heritage Trail |
Duration | 8 |
Max. elevation | 3165 m |
Level | EASY |
Transportation | Land: Tourist Bus |
Accomodation | 2-3 Star Hotel Accomodation in Kathmandu. Lodge (Teahouse) / Local house Accomodation during Trek |
Starts at | Kathmandu |
Ends at | Kathmandu |
Trip route | |
Cost | USD 0 per person |
Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi via Trishuli (Nuwakot) which takes about eight hours. You head north out of Kathmandu driving through scenic foothills and ridgeline vistas to Syabru Besi passing through Dhunche.
Stay overnight at camp.
Trek from Syabrubesi to Gatlang via Goljung which takes about six hours. While trekking you pass through Tamang villages with Langtang peaks on the backdrop. The Tamang culture show at Goljung and Gatlang will be a memorable experience. Gatlang is set high on a hillside among terraced fields and is at a short walking distance from Tamang monastery and beautiful Choddingmo Lake.
Stay overnight at camp.
Trek from Gatlang to Tatopani takes about six hours. On the way you enjoy splendid panorama of Langtang and Ganesh Himal. Tatopani once hosted a natural hot spring which dried up after 2015 earthquake.
Stay overnight at camp.
Trek from Tatopani to Thuman via Nagthali takes about five hours. This trail is impressive because of possible encounter with wild animals such as red panda, monkeys and deer. The panoramic view of Langtang, Kerung, Ganesh Himal, Sanjen ranges can be distinctly experienced from Nagthali. Nagthali is a popular meditation center for local monks and priests.
Another cultural village Thuman is popular for its Shamanic performances and add to that beautiful views of Langtang Himalayas that can be seen from every house in Thuman.
Stay overnight at camp.
Trek from Thuman to Timure takes about five hours. The historical fort of Rasuwagadhi lies along Nepal –China (Tibet) border. Timure falls on ancient trade route between Nepal and Tibet.
Stay overnight at camp.
Trek from Timure to Briddim takes about six hours. Today the trail is longer and is a bit rugged. Briddim is one of the most beautiful villages located on the bosom of Langtang HImal.
At Briddim you can experience rich Buddhist culture of Tamang and Tibetan. There are around 43 houses with roofs made of distinctive stone slates. You can enjoy homestay with local family.
Trek from Briddim to Syabrubesi takes three hours. This day the trail gently descends passing through Wangel village.
Stay overnight at camp.
Drive from Syabrubesi to Kathmandu takes about eight hours. It is a pleasant drive back to Kathmandu with splendid views of hills, mountains, terraces and villages. You drive along the unpaved road till Betrawati and from there follow Pasang Lhamu Highway to Kathmandu.