Tamang Heritage Trail [Cost, Itinerary]

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Trekking Overview

The Tamang Heritage Trail is one of the best off the beaten trekking and it lies in Lantang Region. If you are searching for a beautiful hiking trail near the Kathmandu city, this trek can best choice for you. Geographically this route is located at Rasuwa district near the Tibet border just 122km far from Kathmandu.

On the basis of altitude, trek to Tamang Heritage Trail is an easy to hike. Because the maximum altitude on this trail is 3165m(Nagthali). So it is not high alitude trek and it considered as easy hiking. However there are so many upwards and downward steeps on this trail which makes somehow difficult.

On this journey, you’ll pass numerous diminutive settlements where you can experience Tibetain Buddhism Practices. They are Syabrubesi, Gatlang, Goljung, Chilime, Tatopani, Nagthali, Thuman, and Briddim.

In summary, throughout the entire trekking, you will see Tamang settlements as well as mountain views.

Trip Name :	Tamang Heritage Trail(Trekking)
Maximum Altitude :	3165m/7,343 feet, Nagthali
Trip Duration :	6 Days
Group Size :	1 to 25
Best Time :	Jan – May & Sept-Dec
Difficulty Level :	Easy
Trek Starts from :	KATHMANDU
Ends In :	KATHMANDU
Price :	Starts from 475 USD
Nature of Trek	Teahouses/Lodge

Tamang Heritage Trail: Short Trekking in Langtang Region

The Tamang Heritage Trail is a short duration( 6 days) trekking in Langtang Region. It’s situated between Langtang Himalayan Range and Ganesh Himal Range.During the trek, you can observe the captivating scene of the Langtang region and Ganesh Himal. Nonetheless, we can also see Some Tibetean Peak including Shishapangma(8,013m).

This trek offers a look into the way of life of the Tamang peoples. The Tamang Heritage is located at the Rasuwa district.

Rasuwa is the district of old Tibetan Monasteries, snow-capped Himalayas, and numerous consecrated Lakes, reflecting the isolation and the peacefulness of the Himalayan landscape.

If you prefer cultural interactions and Homestays over the numerous mountain views, Tamang Heritage might be the best hiking route. You can do Tamang Heritage trekking even in the rainy season time.

Reason to choose Tamang Heritage

Treking to Tamang Heritage is less tourists than Langtang valley Trek and Gosainkunda Trekking. If you are looking for relatively less touristic trekking route in Langtang, this trek is for you. As this trekking offfers mountain views as well as local culture experience and very near from KATHMANDU, it is the one of the best short trek.

This trail allows you a chance to experience authentic old traditional Tibetan Buddhist culture of the Tamang Village such Gatlang, Tatopani, Nagthali, Thuman, Briddim, and Syabrubesi.

Each and everyday, this route passes through Tamang villages with fantastic views to the Langtang and Ganesh mountain ranges.

Extension and shroten option of the Trekking

In Briddim village, there are 2 trekking routes. One, you can Extension the trip by continuing to the Langtang Valley Trek. Another option, we can trek to Syabrubesi (as our itinerary). There are many sidetreks which you can do with Tamang Heritage with same permit.

You can extended trip during the trip if you wish

If you have time for trekking and wish to extend while trekking in the Tamang Heritage, we can extend your trip as your preferences.

You can do Langtang valley Trek , Gosainkunda Lake Trek, Helambu Trek with Tamang Heritage Trekking. Combination of all this trip is called Lantang Circuit Trek. It last around 21 days for Lantang Circuit.

Getting to and from Kathmandu

Kathmandu is the starting point and Syabrubesi is the ending point of Tamang Heritage Trekking. The local bus takes approx 7 hours and by Jeep it last approx 5 hours to reach Syabrubesi from KATHMANDU. The following are some major ideas to reach the starting point of Tamang Heritage and back to Kathmandu.

Option 1: Reserve a Jeep Kathmandu to Syabrubesi.

If you would like to drive with Jeep, it last around 5 hours. Driving will be more comfort.

Option 2: Local Bus KTM Buspark to Syabrubesi.

This trek starts from Syabrubesi which is around 122km from KATHMANDU. Buses leave from KATHMANDU to Syabrubesi every hour in the morning from 6am to 10am. You’ll get Buses from Newbuspark, Kathmandu. Normally it last around 7-8 hours to get Syabrubesi from KATHMANDU by Local Bus.

To back KATHMANDU from Syabrubesi, you’ll get same types of transportations.

Langtang tamang heritage trail itinerary

Days	Itinerary	Altitude	Hour
Day 1	Kathmandu to Syabrubesi by Bus	4,790 feet	6 to 7 hours
Day 2	Trek to Gatlang Village	7,343 feet	5 – 6 hr
Day 3	Trekking to Tatopani	7,808 feet	6 hr
Day 4	Trek to Thuman via Nagthali (3165m)	7,343 feet	6 hr
Day 5	Thuman to Briddim	2,239m (7,346 feet)	6 hr
Day 6	Trek to Syabru Beshi, drive to KTM	4,790 feet	3hr trek, 6hr drive

Highlights of Nepal Tamang Heritage Trail

Tamang Culture
Breath-taking views of Ganesh Himal, Sisapangba, Tibetan Peak, Langtang Himalayas
Homestay experience in Briddim, Gatlang, and Lingling
Experience the Tibetan culture influenced in Nepal
To see sunrise and sunset over the Ganesh Himal and Tibetan Peaks

Detailed Day Wise Itinerary

Day 1 – Kathmandu to Syprubesi

If you wish to drive by private Jeep or Car up to Syabrubensi, then we will drive directly to Syabrubesi from your Hotel. But if you want to go by Local bus, then we should go to Buspark and wait for a bus for their scheduled time to depart. Local Bus takes around 7 hours to reach Syabrubesi from Kathmandu. On the midway to Syabrubesi, we will have Lunch.

Lodge at Syabrubesi
6 to 7 hours drive
B, L, D
1,460m (4,790 feet)

Day 3 – Trekking to Gatlang Village

After ascending approx 2 hours we will be at the viewpoint from where we can see the majestic view of Ganesh Himal, Goljung Valley, and Gosaikunda range. From the viewpoint, the way is straight up to Gatlang Village. Gatlang is Tamang Village where we will spend that day. 30 minutes ascending from Gatlang Village you will be in Parbati Kunda. Parbati Kunda is a holy lake of Gatlang Villages.

Lodge at Gatlang Village
5 to 6 hours walk
B, L, D
2,238m (7,343 feet)

Day 4 – Trekking to Tatopani (Approx 6 hours)

Gatlang to Tatopani takes around 7 hours roughly. First from Gatlang to Thangbuchet descending around 2 hours. From Thangbuchet, we will cross the Chilime river and within hours there some lodge and homestay where we can have our launch.

From the Launch place, it takes around 3 hours to reach Tatopani. Tatopani is the Nepali name of Hot Springs. The sad story is that after the earthquake the hot spring water is disappearing. Nowadays no more Tatopani. Stay overnight at Tatopani.

Lodge at Tatopani
5 to 6 hours walk
B, L, D
2,380m (7,808 feet)

Day 5 – Tatopani – Nagthali (3165m) – Thuman (2338m). 7 hrs

After walking 3 hours distance from Tatopani, you’ll reach Nagthali. This is the most highlighted day to see mountain views. On the way to Nagthali, we will see Ganesh Himal Ranges. Today, the trail ascends up to Nagthali(3165m). Nagthali is a beautiful place of Tamang Heritage. From here we can see the astonishing mountain view of Ganesh Himal Range, Sisapamba Range, and Langtang Lirung. There are 5 lodges. If you wish to stay overnight here then you can see the sunset on the day. And the next morning you can see an amazing sunrise on the mountain. From here it takes two hours to reach Thuman village and the way is decent. Our team made a stop overnight at Thuman.

Lodge at Thuman
6 hours walk
B, L, D
2,238m (7,343 feet)

Day 6 – Trekking to Briddim (approx. 5 hours)

From Thuman, we can see our today’s destination Briddim. It seems near but it takes around 5 hours to reach there.
The way is descending down up to the Bhotekoshi river which takes around two hours. The Bhotekoshi river flows from China. After walking one-hour ascent from the Bhotekoshi river, we will be in Lingling Village.

There we will have lunch. And after lunch, we will move to our goal Briddim which takes around 2 hours. We will make a stop to stay overnight at Briddim. Briddim is popular for Homestay. But nowadays people are there making Teahouse/Lodge.

Lodge at Briddim
6 hours walk
B, L, D
2,239m (7,346 feet)

Day 7 – Briddim to Syabrubesi (approx. 3 hours) and drive to Kathmandu

After having breakfast at Briddim, we will descend through small villages to Syabrubesi. On the way, we can see beautiful landscapes as well as farmlands. It’s easy to walk today only three hours down to Syabrubesi. We will have lunch at Syabrubesi and we will drive to Kathmandu through Bus.

Lodge at Syabr Besi
3hr trek and 6 hr drive
B, L, D
1,400m (4,593 feet)

Cost Includes:

Private transfers for your international flight 2 times (arrival/ departure).
2 nights of Tourist standard Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu.
Kathmandu – Syabrubensi – Kathmandu by Local bus transfer (upgrade to private Jeep – $150 total on each way)
Meals on Trekking ( B, L, D)
Langtang National Park Permit and TIMS Card
Experienced License Holder Local Trek Guide for 7 days.
1 Strong PORTER for 7 days (2 Guests = 1 Porter)
All expenses of Guide and Porter
Seasonal fruits during the trek
13% Government VAT and official charge.

Cost Excludes

All Types of Drinks and Desserts foods
Lunch and Dinner during the staying in Kathmandu
All types of Personal Nature Expenses
Trekking Gears
Nepal Visa fees
Tips ( for the Guide and Porter)
All other things which are not mentioned on INCLUDED.

FAQs

How difficult is the Tamang Heritage Trail Nepal?

In a short, TMT is an easy trek of Nepal. If you walk 6-7 hour hike a day, you can easily do this trek. Every 3 hours walking from one stop to another stop places you will get Teahouses or Homestays where you can make a stop. The maximum elevation on Tamang Heritage is 3165m at Nagthali Gyang.

How long is the Tamang Heritage Trail Trek?

You can do Tamang Heritage in 4 to 7 days. Side trips on Tamang Heritage Hiking make the trip longer as you want. Likewise, if you wish to finish earlier than you have a plan, it is possible to finish. But if you wish to do this trek with Langtang Valley Trekking, it takes approx 11 days.

How much does the tamang heritage trail trekking cost?

The Tamang Heritage trail 7 days trek cost is USD 495 per person. This price is after 5 % off with Base Camp Hike. But the cost will reduce according to group size. If you are in a group then guide, porter, company service charge will share. So that cost can be reduced compared to solo trips. 495 USD for 7 days is a cheap price for Tamang Heritage.

It is possible to hire a Guide only?

Sure, you can do Trekking Guide Hire for Tamang Heritage Trekking. Those who wish to hire an Experienced GUIDE and PORTER for THT, Base Camp Hike can make it possible.

Reviews of Trek

Wonderful Tamang Heritage Trekking with Base Camp Hike

This was my 2nd trip of mine. I chose Tamang Heritage Trekking due to it being short and relatively off the beaten path. We had wonderful holidays with Base Camp Hike.
The trek was spectacularly gorgeous, and the guesthouses chosen for us were comfortable. Our guide took such good care of us. I would again use their service in the future. Jayaram(boss) is responsive right from the beginning and patient with my many questions before the trekking. Thank you so much, Jayaram for everything!

Miruna Blejan

I enjoyed 7 days Tamang Heritage Trail

I had completed the Tamang Heritage trek in 7 days organized by Base Camp Hike. It’s one of the most beautiful trails I ever made.
The trek was amazing, everything was superb. I enjoyed watching typical houses, people, and their lifestyle and an amazing view of Ganesh Himal from Nagthali viewpoint.
Thank you, Jayaram(manager) for providing me with the best guide(Kamal). He knows everything regarding the Tamang Heritage Trail.
“Trustworthy company, friendly and experienced guides.