Tamang Heritage and Langtang Valley Trek

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Trip Overview

To explore the untouched and newly discovered trekking trail in Tamang Heritage and Langtang Valley Trek in the area of friendly, hospitable Tamang people and to enjoy classic Langtang Valley combined with Tamang Culture Trek in the Langtang Region offers an off-beaten-track experience, things to see an ancient lifestyle combining it with scenic views and healing baths in natural hot springs (Tatopani). This exceptional area is thrilling, culturally rich, and traditionally fascinating. Close to the Tibetan border, the local Tamang people are some of the warmest, sincere, and most welcoming people in Nepal. Within easy entrance from Kathmandu, ascend the road north towards the Tibetan borderlands and enjoy a relatively gentle circuit trek through charming villages, terraced fields, and peaceful valleys where only the most discerning trekkers go. En route, we enjoy panoramic mountain views of the nearby peaks and soak in the natural hot springs at Tatopani. Continuing north towards Tibet, we soak up the heritage and appreciate a local fort, monastery, and exquisite local architecture of the Tamang homes. As we near the end of the trek, we enjoy a homestay experience in Briddim and have a full day to relax and discover more about the local traditions of this wonderful region.

We can enjoy the high and isolated Langtang Valley, inhabited by welcoming and culturally rich Tamang people; their religious practices, language, and dress are very similar to those of Tibet than to the traditions of their cousins in the middle hills. The area is famous for its pleasant locals, unique traditions, Buddhist monasteries and monuments along the way, and spectacular mountain views. The charming Langtang Valley trail follows the river upstream through forests of pine, bamboo, and rhododendron and uphill through pastures to arrive at the alpine meadows of Kyanjin Gompa, where you will get an exceptional mountain view just a stone’s throw from the Tibetan border. Once above Langtang village and the monastery at Kyangjin, Langtang is inhabited by people of Tibetan descent, whereas the villagers of Dhunche, Bharkhu, and Syabru further down are home to the Tamangs of Nepal´s middle hills. Trekkers can explore the high valleys of Langshisa, Kyamjin Ri and Chhirku Ri.

The forest around Ghode Tabela in the below Langtang Valley and lower Gosainkund Lakes is inhabited by the very shy red panda, a rare and endangered symbol of a healthy Himalayan ecosystem. Other animals common to these forests are yellow-toothed martens, wild boars, Himalayan black bears, ghoral (mountain goats), grey langur monkeys, and leopards. The region is also home to the Himalayan honeybee, mountain pheasant, musk deer, and snow leopard. The upper Langtang Valley is one of the few known breeding grounds of the ibis bills besides the Tibetan snowcock and snowpartridge. Like other Himalayan nature parks, Langtang has to be explored on foot. There are several possible trails to choose from depending on your favorite and time available. We, Wilderness Excursion Pvt. Ltd., offer you a tailor-made itinerary and a local Tamang guide from the area with full knowledge of the region, culture, tradition, and lifestyle.

Itinerary

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Day 01:Kathmandu to Syabrubesi Syabrubesi (1470m) approx. 6 hours drive.

After an early breakfast we drive north from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi. Parts of the road are unsealed and the condition of the road often depends upon the monsoon season. We will travel via Trisuli Bazaar where the dam and hydroelectric project was completed by the Indian Technical Mission. Finally we drive on to Syabrubesi and spend a night there. Stay overnight in lodge.

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Day 02:Syabrubesi to Gatlang (2238m). Walk approx. 5 hours.

After two to three hours of ascent from Syabrubesi we reach a view point where we gain fantastic views of the Ganesh Himal, Gosainkunda range and Langtang Lirung. We head down to Goljang valley (lunch stop) which is an hour walking down hill from our view point. Today we walk through many villages and along the trails there are numerous Buddhist chortens and mani walls. Gatlang is a beautiful Tamang village that is set high on a hillside among terraced fields. Stay overnight in lodge or home. Stay overnight in home or lodge.

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Day 03:Gatlang to Tatopani (2607m). Walk approx. 5-6 hours.

Today, our trek begins by descending to Thangbuchet, near Chilime village by the Bhotekoshi River. Chilime Hydropower dam is situated here. After Chilime, we start to ascend first by crossing a small hanging bridge and continue until we reach Tatopani. Enroute, we have outstanding views of the Langtang Range and Ganesh Himal. Tatopani literally means ´hot water´, where one can cleanse in the natural hot springs. Locals believe that the waters have a healing quality that eases away your aches and pains. Stay overnight in lodge.

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Day 04:Tatopani – Nagthali – Thuman (2338m). Walk approx. 7-8 hours

This will be the longest trekking day. This morning we climb to Nagthali which is at the height of 3165m, which was once used as a popular meditation center for the local monks and priests. This is the highest pass of the area, lies in high open grassland and offers panoramic views of snow covered Langtang Lirung, Kerung, Ganesh Himal and Sanjen Ranges. We descend down to Thuman, a heavily Tibetan influenced Tamang village. If we are lucky, we might come across large troops of Nepal Gray Langur Monkeys. The ancient monasteries and houses adorned with rich wood engravings here are an unforgettable experience. Stay overnight in lodge.

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Day 05:Thuman to Sherpa Gaun (2563m) via Bridim 6-7 hours walk.

Walking down to Bhotekoshi we trek towards uphill to Bridim, another Tibetan influenced Tamang community located in the bosom of the Langtang Himal. About 43 houses are spread in Z shape. Most of the houses are made up of stone and have roofs of split shake. Here, we may meet other trekkers on the Langtang trail. We have lunch stop there and continue to Sherpa Gaun. Overnight in lodge.

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Day 06:Sherpa Gaon to Langtang (3430m). Approximately 6-7 hours

In this day, the trail descends through the Rhododendron forests and stunning view of Langtang Himal and Gosaikund valley until reaching Lama Hotel which takes about 2 hours. After lunch we climb up towards a steep forest slope to the Langtang River. The trail follows Gumanechok, Ghoda Tabela literally it means the Horse Stable. After this the trail is slightly gradual and beautiful in the valley with the grazing Yaks. After sometime ascends, the trail cross a stream and climbs past several water-driven prayer wheels to the large settlement of Langtang. This is one of the oldest villages along this trekking route and the view from here is more spectacular as we get closer to mountain. Rest of the day we walk around village and stay overnight in lodge.

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Day 07:Langtang - Kyanjin Gompa (3870m) about 3 - 4 hours

The trail leads us through the tiny village, stone-built houses and climb to a Chorten and pass a huge mani along a gentle path of a hill. We have chance to test cheese and curd by Yak milk, it is This is a shorter walk but enough for acclimatization. The surroundings are interesting because of the famous Cheese factory and ancient Buddhist Monastery. This beautiful valley is in the lap of the Mount Langtang Lirung and others peaks. Stay overnight in lodge.

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Day 08:Extra day at Kyanjin Gumpa, excursion to Tsergo Ri (4985m) for stunning view.

Today; it is a extra day to explore around. We can visit the monastery and the cheese factory or may walk up the moraine to see the spectacular ice faces and tumbling glaciers of Langtang Lirung or ascend Kyangjin Ri (4350m) and Tserko Ri (4985m), which is highest point of this trek, directly behind the village, for a breath-taking panorama of the Langtang range, Kinshung, Yansa Tsenji and the foot of the huge Lirung Glacier. Descend to guesthouse for overnight.

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Day 09:Kyanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel (2324m) 5-6 hours.

The trail descends down passing the yak pasture land until reaching Langtang which takes about 2 hours then continue walk and cross the suspension bridge and climb down till Thangshyap. It takes about 1 hour. Again you continue the trail following through the forests until reaching Godatabela which takes about 1 hour. You have lunch break here. After lunch, the trail keeps descending till Lama Hotel. Stay overnight in lodge.

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Day 10:Lamahotel to Syabrubesi (1400m). 6 hours walk.

Today, it is our last day of hiking, you keep walking through the forests trail until reaching Pairo which takes about 3 hours, we may have lunch break there. After lunch you skip the trail to Syabrubesi. Stay overnight in lodge.

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Day 11:Drive to Kathmandu

In the morning after breakfast, drive from Dunche to Kathmandu by private vehicle or local bus. It takes about 3 hours drive in the rough road to Trisuli and take lunch there. After lunch, the road is smooth till Kathmandu and takes about 5 hours. Transfer to Hotel.

Cost Includes:

One experienced government registered English speaking local guide.
An assistant guide if the group size exceeds more than 6 people.
Porters to carry your main luggage (weight limit 25kg per porter)
Meals: all trekking breakfasts with tea / coffee and fresh fruits during the trek.
All local ground transportations to and from trekking.
Guide and porters fees with all their expenses in the trekking.
Lodge accommodation during the trek on twin/double sharing basis.
All required trekking permits for Tamang Heritage and Langtang.
All local government taxes and company documentation charges.

Cost Excludes:

Transfers, accommodation and meals in Kathmandu,we can arrange if you ask.
Guided tours and sightneeing in Kathmandu. It can be arrange on request.
Hard drinks, beverages such as coke, fanta, mineral water
Nepal visa fee, international air ticket and travel insurance.
Hot shower and hot water, laundry, internet, toiletries and phone calls.
Rescue operation charge in case of emergency (we arrange on request).
Gratitude and tips for your guide, porter and driver.

Dates & Prices

We are local tour and trekking operator based in Kathmandu so we guaranty small private group departures any dates that suits your date and time. Please kindly contact us for your customized departure date, itinerary and the price. Thank you and Namaste!

Start Date	End Date	Availability	Price
21 December, 2024	31 December, 2024	Guaranteed	US$ 699
28 December, 2024	07 January, 2025	Guaranteed	US$ 699

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Rated 5/5 based on 2 reviews

Andra Padureanu
RomaniaPublished: Thursday, November 10, 2016

Tamang Heritage and Langtang Valley Trek

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I and my husband chose Pradip to be our guide in Nepal. We wanted to do Langtang Valley and he suggested a very nice itinerary of 17 days including the Tamang Heritage Trek and the wonderful Gosaikunda with its famous lake. The communication via email before the trek was flawless; he quickly replied all our emails and answered all our questions in a very kind and professional manner. Pradip is an exceptional guide, he took really good care of us and his English is extremely good. We loved to stay with him at a cup of tea and enjoy his stories about Nepal. He is from Tamang and he will give you a very good insight on the culture, traditions and religion in Nepal. We met him as our guide but left as friends. We definitely recommend Pradip and his services as top! We are grateful for the time spent with him and the amazing trek he helped us organize!
Thea, Noa & Finn
NetherlandsPublished: Saturday, July 25, 2015

Tamang Heritage & Langtang Trek

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We hired a guide for the Tamang Heritage Trail in August 2016. Pradip came to our hotel to introduce our female guide. Because she was not so familiar with this trek, he also arranged a guide cum porter for us. The guides were very helpful and always went for safety. Because we were trekking in monsoon, it was necessary to change the route which was no problem. We have had a wonderful time with two reliable, friendly and well organized guides. I would recommend wilderness excursions / hire a guide to others with no doubt.

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Trip Price: US$ 699