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Tamang Heritage Trekking is located in the Central Himalayan region of Nepal, the beautiful Langtang Valley is just 30 kilometers northwest of Nepalese Capital. Despite sharing close proximity, Kathmandu Valley and Langtang Valley are a world apart. While the former is the center of the country’s administration and also the epitome of cultural and historic beauty, the latter is often hailed as the best hidden gem of Nepal. In medieval times, Nepal had had wars with Tibet several times for salt. Some of the prominent areas where the war took place fall in the Langtang region of Nepal, which today is the third most popular trekking region after Everest and Annapurna.
The region used to be an ancient trade route to Tibet for bartering salt and mountain goats with food grains from the South. Today, it is a well-recognized and much-loved trekking region that witnesses hundreds of trekkers every year. Tamang Heritage Trekking is a one-of-a-kind, beautiful trek experience that combines the breathtaking natural scenery with the unique, rich indigenous culture of the Tamang people, who have lived in the region for millenniums. A brainchild of the Tourism for Rural Poverty Alleviation Program, the “Tamang Heritage Trekking” is a newly opened off-the-beaten track, which showcases the ancient lifestyle of the Tamang, Bhote, and Sherpa (Yolmo) culture.
The Tamangs, predominant inhabitants of the Langtang valley, are thought to be the descendants of Tibetans from Kerung who intermingled with the natives of Helambu. The region was a restricted region in the past due to its very close proximity to Tibet. Owing to this fact, the region’s beauty has not been scathed at all, still boasting of its natural, pure, and wild state. Due to the remoteness, the region’s ancient way of life hasn’t changed despite its closeness to Kathmandu. During the trek, we will be able to stay in intricately built stone houses with beautiful, ornately made carvings and porches. The true Himalayan craftmanship is reflected not only in the traditional houses, but in the beautiful ornaments, warm boots, and clothing adorned by these people.
Moreover, if you schedule your Tamang Heritage Trekking during festivals like Buddha Purnima or Sonam Lhosar, it will further enrich your experience by many folds. In this way, we will be able to see and be part of a truly iconic civilization that has been fostered despite the harshest terrains. During the trek, we will also visit several monasteries of high religious and historical significance. Another highlight of the trek is a visit to the historical fort in Rasuwagadi which stands as a testimonial to the historical ties between Nepal and Tibet. Similarly, if our trek falls during the annual caravan journey, we will witness gigantic herds of yaks heading north or southwards for trading purposes.
In addition to being a cultural marvel, the region is also one of the most naturally endowed regions in Nepal. It is home to towering silver peaks like Langtang Lirung, Ganesh Himal Massif, Jugal Mountain, Gang Chhenpo, Lenpo Gang, and Dorje Lakpa among others. It is also fondly known as the lake district as there are several serene and pristine lakes at high altitudes such as Gosainkunda, Dudhkunda, and Parvati Kunda along with over 70 glaciers sourced from the regal central mountains.
There are all kinds of hospitality amenities available in Dhunche and Syabrubesi. The Tamang heritage trekking trial is also speckled with inns, homestays, and lodges. The trek will commence and end from the town of Syabrubesi.
On arrival meet our TH staff for a courtesy transfer to respective hotels in the heart of Kathmandu at the Thamel area, an interesting place for shopping and having meals in one of the many world-class restaurants, pubs, and bakeries. Our guide will inform you of details regarding the trip to Tamang Heritage Trail & Langtang Valley.
This fabulous journey starts with an interesting scenic drive leading past Kathmandu Valley North West heading past nice place Kakani and reaching a warm area of Trisuli Bazaar for refreshments and lunch. After a nice rest, the drive carries on heading high hills on a narrow winding road but with impressive views of surrounding landscapes and of distant peaks of Ganesh and Manaslu Himal, after a few hours of good drive reaching Dunche town 1,965 meters high, the headquarters and main area of Rasuwa and Langtang region and the entrance of Langtang National Park. After a brief stop here, the drive descends on the winding downhill road for a few hours and arrives at Syabrubesi for an overnight stop. This is an interesting Tamang village the door to many Langtang and Ganesh Himal trekking and towards Tibet's Northern frontier.
Start the first-day walk which leads to a steep climb towards Goljung village, as the road has come this far while our route using normal old trekking trail away from the main motor road, walking with great views of mountains, after Goljung village walking up hills and then descending to reach a nice Tamang village at Gatlang for an overnight stay, this is an interesting large village with an old monastery and beautiful Parvati-Kunda Lake. At Gatlang, a warm welcome greeting by local people with Khada (a Buddhist prayer silk scarf) which is a traditional way of receiving guests here with a small ceremony offering its guest chang (homemade drinks), afternoon free at leisure to visit the village and interact with the locals.
After an interesting and exciting time at Gatlang village, starting the morning walk with a short descent on a newly built Chilime Hydropower project at Chilime River, from crossing a suspension bridge with a long climb to Tatopani village for an overnight stop, Tatopani is ‘hot water’ or hot spring in Nepali, afternoon free at leisure with opportunity for a bathe in this natural hot spring with grand view of Ganesh Himal.
From Tatopani overlooking fabulous views of Ganesh Himal, the walk continues leading to a steep uphill into thick woodland of rhododendrons, pines, magnolia, and oaks trees and then arriving at Nagthali Danda. Nagthali Danda ridge top offers a beautiful panorama of Langtang Lirung, Ganesh Himal, and an array of high snow-capped mountains. After the wonderful views walk gets easier on the downhill track into the serene forest to Thuman village for an overnight stop.
After a great moment in the high mid-hills and traditional villages, the morning walk starts with a downhill to Trishuli River, where the old trail trade route to Tibet can be seen from the distance, from here cross the river then a long descent reaches Briddim village for overnight stop after a good day walk. Briddim is a nice village with an old monastery, here at Briddim explore the local cultures and traditions of this village.
In Briddim with an interesting time, The morning walk starts with a long descent to the Trishuli River through Khangjim village and then walking back near Syabrubesi. Starting from here with an uphill climb for a few hours, then the walk gets gentle on the gradual path through terraced farms and scattered villages and hamlets, as the walk continues reaching the riverside where the trail from Thulo Syabru meets ( our onward route after a few days) at near Bamboo with few teahouses and lodges, after a nice break here walking uphill through the cool serene forest with rhododendron, oaks, and pines tree lines and gorge following the Trisuli River fed with glacier from the mountains high above Langtang valley, the walk follows the river upstream than on the gradual nice path to Lama Hotel for overnight stop after a good days walk, Lama Hotel situated in the middle of the alpine forest with clearing for a campsite and organic vegetable garden.
From Lama Hotel, start the morning walk on the same trail for an hour, and then after Riverside place our route diverts walking through a small settlement at Bamboo place with few teahouses and simple lodges surrounded by bamboo thickets, which might be the right place to see Red Panda by chance, starts as the place is in a cooler area hidden in a river gorge with dense woodland; walk passes few small settlements and farms, then reaching at Ghoretabla a small settlement with Nepal Army stations as Park wardens, this place located in the middle of beautiful forested area with few lodges around. Stopping here for lunch as the altitude gains slowly and the air gets cooler.After lunch walk continues on to an overnight stop at Langtang village a nice moderate-sized village with Tamang and Bhotia tribes of people with similar customs and cultures of Tibetan Buddhism.
Today a walk for a few hours as the morning heads with a short climb and towards a wider country as the gorge opens into a nice valley with snow-clad peaks on both sides of the hills encountering a few prayer walls and enjoying the views of mountains as the walk progress leading to Kyanjin Gompa area with more than 15 lodges and guest houses to stay with an old cheese factory, where’s the name Gompa is about to disappear which is a small wooden chapel rather than monastery located on top of Kyanjin and Langtang Valley on moraine rocks and boulders on route to Lantang Lirung glacier. A great place Kyanjin in the Langtang Valley the first part of the highlight of this trip. Langtang Valley and Kyangin Gompa are surrounded by green hills and snow-capped mountains of Dorji Lakpa, Langtang Lirung, Tsego ri, Langshsisa, and Naya Kanga or Ganja la Peak.
An ideal and good place for a rest day, Kyanjin offers many side trips for a few hours a day hike as options, a hike up at Tsergo Ri 5,033 meters. The climb to Tsergo Ri is quite steep and requires good physical fitness, but offers awesome views of the highest mountains of the central Himalayas. Afternoon at leisure to marvel at the great panorama of Chimsedang Lekh, and the Kangjal Himal, a ridge of peaks bordering the valley to the south, Naya Kanga 5,844m. stunning views of the great mountains flanking the Langtang valley, including Ganchenpo 6,387m, Dorje Lakpa 6,990 m, Pemthang Karpo Ri 6,830m, Langtang Lirung 7,245m and across the northern boundary in Tibet rises the huge massive Shishapangma 8,046 m the last 14th world’s highest mountain.
After a wonderful time at Kyanjin Gompa in Langtang Valley, we headed back to the forested area and to Lama Hotel for an overnight stop, walking and retracing the same route for about six hours but interesting and enjoyable walks on the downhill path with a few short ups in between.
From Lama Hotel our journey continues with nice views along the walk on the downhill path to a place called Bamboo with few teahouses and lodges, after a pleasant morning walk, from here walk through farm terraces of millets, corn, and wheat depending upon the time of the seasons, on leaving the farm area the path leads uphill on the old landslide sections, the on the winding up a hill path to Upper or Thulo Syabru for an overnight stop in of the good lodge around this nice interesting village, where the houses are joined in a long as a locomotive, Thulo Syabru has an old monastery above the village.
After Thulo Syabru today, the walk is short for 4-5 hours with mind-blowing scenery of hills, valleys, and of snow-capped peaks looking back as the climb leads up through a pristine forest of rhododendron, magnolia, many types of firs and pines trees, including various species of rhododendron plants and flowers with views of Annapurna, Ganesh, and Langtang Himal range towards North West, after a good climb of few hours reaching at a hilltop with grazing pasture and few teahouses around. From here on the gradual winding path into the pleasant and cool shade of forest Shing Gompa is reached, this place is also called Chandanbari (Rose Wood) with a small cheese processing factory and a monastery.
The last day walk of this wonderful trip ends today, starting this morning's walk with a long descent through beautiful rhododendron and pine forests along the walk with fabulous views of surrounding landscapes and mountains, the walk carries on with the downhill for about three hours, then reaching the bottom nearby the river after crossing the bridge, reaching the motorable road after being in the trekking trail for a week, the good road winds up for an hour all the way to the large town at Dhunche for overnight stop, the last day in the mid hills of high Langtang Himalaya.
The morning after breakfast, an interesting drive back to Kathmandu the journey continues with great views and scenery of the Himalayan landscapes, rolling hills, and valleys, then passing through numerous villages and towns on the downhill drive to Kathmandu. After an interesting journey of more than six hours reaching Kathmandu, after a great memorable time up in the mountains transfer to respective hotels.
The morning after breakfast at a given time our city and cultural guide will guide you in and around Kathmandu at places of interest and importance, as Kathmandu Valley is full of World Heritage Sites the holy Pashupatinath temple, Bouddhanath (Little Tibet), Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) & monasteries, ancient Kings Palaces and courtyard in Kathmandu; after an interesting sightseeing back to the hotel
Last day in Nepal with a wonderful memorable time in Himalaya trekking around Tamang Heritage Trail & Langtang Valley with Team Himalaya and transfer to the airport for the flight back home or to respective destination.
Langtang National Park covers a total area of 660 sq miles in the Nuwakot, Rasuwa, and Sindhupalchowk districts of the central part of Nepal.
It is not a good idea to drink water directly from taps or small streams. It can make you go through a difficult time. So, to be cautious, it is better to use water purifying tablets to make the water safe enough to drink.
The treks in the Langtang Region exceed 3000m in elevation. So, the risk of getting altitude sickness is not uncertain. Our guides will care for you in case you suffer from altitude sickness. In case of emergency, a helicopter rescue will be called immediately
These are the symptoms of Altitude Sickness.
Headache
Nausea
Feeling dizzy
Vomiting
Feeling tired
Shortness of breath
Faster heart rate
Trouble when trying to sleep
Loss of appetite
Generally, autumn (September-November) is one of the best times to go on a trek in Nepal. You will experience a wide angle view of mountains and hills. The sky is clear with moderate temperatures. Plus, the season is also a festive season, which means you will be able to experience wonderful festivals such as Dashain and Tihar. You can also do the trek during the spring (March-May).
You will be spending your night mostly in tea houses such as simple hotels and lodges. The rooms are small but comfortable. You can ask for extra blankets in case you need it. The tea houses will provide you with food, wifi, charging facilities, etc. It is possible to get a single room in the lower parts of the Langtang region but as you get up higher the chances are low.
There is no age restriction so, you can certainly take children with you.
We suggest you get your travel insurance from your respective country. This is because sometimes uncertain events may occur and helicopter rescue becomes necessary.
In recent years, mobile network facilitators have extended their services even in the mountain region. This means you won’t have any problem reaching out to your loved ones during the trek.
Langtang region is full of specialties. Some of them are:
Amazing views of mountains such as Dorje Lakpa at 6,966m, Yansa Tsenji at 6,690m, Loenpo Gang at 6,979m, and Dogpache at 6,562m.
Rich culture and traditions of Tamang and Gurung villages.
Religious lakes such as Gosaikunda Lake and Bhairav Kunda Lake.
Enchanting waterfalls and rhododendron forest.
The difficulty of the Langtang Region Trek is moderate but one should be physically fit to complete the trek. The flexible trek route and enough rest days are going to make your trip less difficult as well.
The mystical Langtang Mountain is located between the Nepal and China border on the northern side of Nepal.
We treat all our clients equally. If a woman is willing to travel solo, we will provide every information and service for the trek. A highly trained professional guide will be in your service 24/7.
It depends on the trail you choose. Currently, we have the Langtang Valley trek which duration is 10 days while the Tamang Heritage Trekking is 17 days
Yes, currently most of the Tea houses and small hotels offer Wi-Fi. But when you are in the remote regions you won’t be able to get access to Wi-Fi.
Going on the trek is suitable for almost all people who have moderate health conditions. It is not necessary to be involved in physical activities such as gym, or swimming before trekking this trek. But if there are any major health issues then it is highly recommended to consult with the doctors beforehand.
Team Himalaya's list of outdoor equipment requirements is in the following list order depending upon the type of holidays chosen leisure tours, moderate, adventurous to challenging trekking, and climbs. Gear required depends upon the season of travel as well as the grade of travel and trekking as Nepal is for all seasons except the wet months of July to mid-September when few travelers visit Nepal.
For Simple Sightseeing Tours in Kathmandu and beyond:
For Moderate Hikes and Treks:
For long Trekking for a week or more above 3,000 meters:
Challenging Treks and Trekking Peak Climb:
For Trekking Peak Climb:
Plastic Boots a pair
Crampons a pair
Ice Axe one
Harness one
Carabineer or Karabiner two each
Snow Gaiters a pair
Snow / Sun Glass one each
Warm Gloves a pair
Wind Proof Jacket & Trousers. a set each
Down Jacket one each
Down sleeping bags one each with an inner liner
Main Ropes 200m ( 50m per person) as per the peak is chosen
Snow Bar 2/4 pieces depending upon group size.
Ski Pole (optional) one each
The following items can be bought or hired in Kathmandu, the above list is standard items required in all climbs, however on booking, we will inform you with more details on equipment required depending upon the type of various peaks of your choice, ropes, jumar, ice screw are also needed in most of the climb.
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After selecting the trip of your choice from our varied programs and itineraries, the first step in the booking procedure you are requested to fill out our booking form and send it after completion with 20 % as a non-refundable deposit for the entire Nepal Trip.
Along with the completed form, you are required to e-mail your passport copy and flight Ticket with all details to us in the Kathmandu office at Team Himalaya (info@teamhimalaya.com).
Upon receiving your passport copy and details with the completed booking form Plus your non-refundable deposit, we will proceed and send you a final affirmation receipt with acknowledgment.
All deposits are required for selected and chosen trips on per per-person basis, we will inform you by e-mail regarding the direct deposit procedure and details.
As per the booking and Trip money transfer, service charges of respective banks might apply and they should be paid at the time of deposit.
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We accept Visa or MasterCard only with a 4% surcharge added as a processing fee on credit cards and wire Transfers as a service charged by the Banks.
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The remaining due balance for all Nepal Trips should be paid and cleared upon arrival.
The remaining balance for other Himalayan countries like Bhutan, and Tibet, and all multi-country tours needs to be cleared within 35 days prior to your trip departure dates.
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In certain circumstances, we will accept your last-hour booking a minimum of a week prior to the tour departure date for all the trips, in this case, full payment is required.
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No refund will be made by the company for the 20% deposit amount in case of cancellation of your trip for any whatsoever or other reasons.
After having paid the full amount of any selected trip, you are entitled to incur a refund in case you want to cancel your trip by informing us earliest as possible to make the charge reasonable as per the company rules and regulations.
Still, the cancellation charge is invoiced to you. Written notification of your cancellation should be made to cancel any trip. Nevertheless, you have imposed a cancellation charge as advised below:-
60 days or more deposit retained
45 – 50 days before departure 50%
30 – 40 days before departure 75%
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Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions (P) Ltd tour/trek packages, rooms, or tents are provided on twin sharing basis. Thus, a single room supplement charge will be imposed as extra for a client who does not have another tour participant to share a room/tent with. It also applies to clients who need a single supplement in tents/rooms in hotels or lodges.
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07: Unforeseen Circumstances:
If the company have to cancel the respective trip due to unforeseen circumstances like natural disasters, political conflict, unfavorable climate, broken trail, and roads, etc., we will refer you for an alternative trip of similar types and standard.
Even if this doesn’t suit and fit your likes and interests, all trip prices paid by you to our company will be refunded with some administration and trip arrangement charge of 15 to 20 % depending upon the trip chosen.
Please note, any other expenses incurred by you as a result of this booking are entirely your responsibility.
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We strongly suggest and recommend all booking Clients acquire Travel and Medical Insurance as a compulsion in all our tours and trekking and climbing trips. It should include adequate protection for tour/trekking/climbing/rafting or any other adventure sports with duration to cover personal injury, death, medical expenses, and repatriation or emergency evacuation expenses by any means of transportation such as helicopter rescue, air ambulance and adequate cover for baggage.
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Children and Elderly people:
An authorized guardian by the parents must accompany all travelers under the age of sixteen.
A person of more than 70 years of age, although in good health still needs a partner, family member, or friends to accompany him/her.
If you have any queries regarding age and suitability, please contact us for further information.
10: Nepal / Tibet Visas & Passport Conditions:
It is important that all clients should have a valid passport with at least six months of validity from the return date of travel.
Nepal visas can be obtained from the Nepal Consulate or Embassy in your country or upon arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport. The costs of Nepalese visas are the sole responsibility of clients. All clients must have a valid passport with at least 6 months of validity from the return date. As you are unable to obtain visas to Tibet you need to send your passport details to Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions for visa applications to travel in Tibet, we require this information at least three weeks prior to departure.
11: Risk and Liabilities:
Team Himalaya's main concern is your safety and satisfaction including our staff welfare, therefore we carry out all our assignments sincerely & honestly to ensure your holiday a Hassel hassle-free without any problems.
Nevertheless, unless stated otherwise, the trip may be changed under uncertain and inherent circumstances such as landslides, roadblocks, floods, heavy snow, political unrest, cancellation of flight, delayed arrival, sickness or accidents, etc. Any extra cost incurred there is your personal responsibility and should be borne on the spot.
Flight Delay/Cancellation:
Possibility of domestic flight delay or postponement due to bad weather in Himalayan regions which happens sometimes, in particular around Everest region Lukla, Phaplu, Annapurna / Mustang / Manang region Humde, Jomsom and on the Far West Dolpa, Simikot and Jumla region and on Far East sector Tumlingtar, and Taplejung area.
Trekking in remote areas or in as described above, especially during the off-season, you are highly advised to reserve extra days to prepare for some delays and avoid frustrating consequences.
In case of flight cancellation pre-tour/post-tour, you need to bear accommodation and food costs yourself.
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Our entire tour/trekking guide representing Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions deserves all authority during tours and trekking/rafting or on climbs.
Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions will ensure to make every effort comfortable and satisfactory in all our trips, but one must understand that Himalayan or Third World and Developing Countries like Nepal cannot afford much of Western and highly timed facilities sometimes depending upon the area of travel, however, we will try our best to make your travel enjoyable with memorable time while with us.
Weather is another factor that directly impacts some trips, hence, patience in mind, enthusiasm, and proper preparation before heading is a must.
Your personal belongings:
On any account, we’re not responsible for any loss or damage of your baggage/luggage or property even when it is shouldered by our porters, ponies, or vehicles. Our trip escorts and guides will provide necessary safety precautions so that this does not arise while with us.
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Nothing but the best, that was all about enjoying the trek from beginning to end, what a lovely experience. I searched all the websites and found Team Himalaya had this interesting Tamang Heritage Trail Trekking. It was a perfect trek and holiday for the whole family of 6 with young children. Team Himalaya provided the best services than we expected, the whole team of staff, guides, and porters were equally supportive and helpful. What a surprise entering Gatlang received by the Tamang village community with a traditional welcome and having local food in Home Stay Huts and cottages. The whole trip was culturally fantastic, thanks to Team Himalaya for arranging this lovely scenic and cultural trek.
I never ever thought it would be a great trip on Tamang Heritage Trail Trekking.
Truly a wonderful short adventure to enjoy, much exciting exploring the rural traditional Tamang villages steeped with age-old heritage.
The scenery was so beautiful on daily walks, overlooking grand views of near snow-capped peaks of Ganesh and Langtang Himal. We enjoyed the pleasant treks and were surprised, the villagers received us with a warm welcome and traditional hospitality. A great adventure of a week gaining much knowledge of the local impressive cultures and customs. It was a great educational and scenic Tamang Heritage Trail trek, thanks to the guide, porters, and staff of Team Himalayas.
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Trip Highlights
Tamang Heritage Trekking is located in the Central Himalayan region of Nepal, the beautiful Langtang Valley is just 30 kilometers northwest of Nepalese Capital. Despite sharing close proximity, Kathmandu Valley and Langtang Valley are a world apart. While the former is the center of the country’s administration and also the epitome of cultural and historic beauty, the latter is often hailed as the best hidden gem of Nepal. In medieval times, Nepal had had wars with Tibet several times for salt. Some of the prominent areas where the war took place fall in the Langtang region of Nepal, which today is the third most popular trekking region after Everest and Annapurna.
The region used to be an ancient trade route to Tibet for bartering salt and mountain goats with food grains from the South. Today, it is a well-recognized and much-loved trekking region that witnesses hundreds of trekkers every year. Tamang Heritage Trekking is a one-of-a-kind, beautiful trek experience that combines the breathtaking natural scenery with the unique, rich indigenous culture of the Tamang people, who have lived in the region for millenniums. A brainchild of the Tourism for Rural Poverty Alleviation Program, the “Tamang Heritage Trekking” is a newly opened off-the-beaten track, which showcases the ancient lifestyle of the Tamang, Bhote, and Sherpa (Yolmo) culture.
The Tamangs, predominant inhabitants of the Langtang valley, are thought to be the descendants of Tibetans from Kerung who intermingled with the natives of Helambu. The region was a restricted region in the past due to its very close proximity to Tibet. Owing to this fact, the region’s beauty has not been scathed at all, still boasting of its natural, pure, and wild state. Due to the remoteness, the region’s ancient way of life hasn’t changed despite its closeness to Kathmandu. During the trek, we will be able to stay in intricately built stone houses with beautiful, ornately made carvings and porches. The true Himalayan craftmanship is reflected not only in the traditional houses, but in the beautiful ornaments, warm boots, and clothing adorned by these people.
Moreover, if you schedule your Tamang Heritage Trekking during festivals like Buddha Purnima or Sonam Lhosar, it will further enrich your experience by many folds. In this way, we will be able to see and be part of a truly iconic civilization that has been fostered despite the harshest terrains. During the trek, we will also visit several monasteries of high religious and historical significance. Another highlight of the trek is a visit to the historical fort in Rasuwagadi which stands as a testimonial to the historical ties between Nepal and Tibet. Similarly, if our trek falls during the annual caravan journey, we will witness gigantic herds of yaks heading north or southwards for trading purposes.
In addition to being a cultural marvel, the region is also one of the most naturally endowed regions in Nepal. It is home to towering silver peaks like Langtang Lirung, Ganesh Himal Massif, Jugal Mountain, Gang Chhenpo, Lenpo Gang, and Dorje Lakpa among others. It is also fondly known as the lake district as there are several serene and pristine lakes at high altitudes such as Gosainkunda, Dudhkunda, and Parvati Kunda along with over 70 glaciers sourced from the regal central mountains.
There are all kinds of hospitality amenities available in Dhunche and Syabrubesi. The Tamang heritage trekking trial is also speckled with inns, homestays, and lodges. The trek will commence and end from the town of Syabrubesi.
On arrival meet our TH staff for a courtesy transfer to respective hotels in the heart of Kathmandu at the Thamel area, an interesting place for shopping and having meals in one of the many world-class restaurants, pubs, and bakeries. Our guide will inform you of details regarding the trip to Tamang Heritage Trail & Langtang Valley.
This fabulous journey starts with an interesting scenic drive leading past Kathmandu Valley North West heading past nice place Kakani and reaching a warm area of Trisuli Bazaar for refreshments and lunch. After a nice rest, the drive carries on heading high hills on a narrow winding road but with impressive views of surrounding landscapes and of distant peaks of Ganesh and Manaslu Himal, after a few hours of good drive reaching Dunche town 1,965 meters high, the headquarters and main area of Rasuwa and Langtang region and the entrance of Langtang National Park. After a brief stop here, the drive descends on the winding downhill road for a few hours and arrives at Syabrubesi for an overnight stop. This is an interesting Tamang village the door to many Langtang and Ganesh Himal trekking and towards Tibet's Northern frontier.
Start the first-day walk which leads to a steep climb towards Goljung village, as the road has come this far while our route using normal old trekking trail away from the main motor road, walking with great views of mountains, after Goljung village walking up hills and then descending to reach a nice Tamang village at Gatlang for an overnight stay, this is an interesting large village with an old monastery and beautiful Parvati-Kunda Lake. At Gatlang, a warm welcome greeting by local people with Khada (a Buddhist prayer silk scarf) which is a traditional way of receiving guests here with a small ceremony offering its guest chang (homemade drinks), afternoon free at leisure to visit the village and interact with the locals.
After an interesting and exciting time at Gatlang village, starting the morning walk with a short descent on a newly built Chilime Hydropower project at Chilime River, from crossing a suspension bridge with a long climb to Tatopani village for an overnight stop, Tatopani is ‘hot water’ or hot spring in Nepali, afternoon free at leisure with opportunity for a bathe in this natural hot spring with grand view of Ganesh Himal.
From Tatopani overlooking fabulous views of Ganesh Himal, the walk continues leading to a steep uphill into thick woodland of rhododendrons, pines, magnolia, and oaks trees and then arriving at Nagthali Danda. Nagthali Danda ridge top offers a beautiful panorama of Langtang Lirung, Ganesh Himal, and an array of high snow-capped mountains. After the wonderful views walk gets easier on the downhill track into the serene forest to Thuman village for an overnight stop.
After a great moment in the high mid-hills and traditional villages, the morning walk starts with a downhill to Trishuli River, where the old trail trade route to Tibet can be seen from the distance, from here cross the river then a long descent reaches Briddim village for overnight stop after a good day walk. Briddim is a nice village with an old monastery, here at Briddim explore the local cultures and traditions of this village.
In Briddim with an interesting time, The morning walk starts with a long descent to the Trishuli River through Khangjim village and then walking back near Syabrubesi. Starting from here with an uphill climb for a few hours, then the walk gets gentle on the gradual path through terraced farms and scattered villages and hamlets, as the walk continues reaching the riverside where the trail from Thulo Syabru meets ( our onward route after a few days) at near Bamboo with few teahouses and lodges, after a nice break here walking uphill through the cool serene forest with rhododendron, oaks, and pines tree lines and gorge following the Trisuli River fed with glacier from the mountains high above Langtang valley, the walk follows the river upstream than on the gradual nice path to Lama Hotel for overnight stop after a good days walk, Lama Hotel situated in the middle of the alpine forest with clearing for a campsite and organic vegetable garden.
From Lama Hotel, start the morning walk on the same trail for an hour, and then after Riverside place our route diverts walking through a small settlement at Bamboo place with few teahouses and simple lodges surrounded by bamboo thickets, which might be the right place to see Red Panda by chance, starts as the place is in a cooler area hidden in a river gorge with dense woodland; walk passes few small settlements and farms, then reaching at Ghoretabla a small settlement with Nepal Army stations as Park wardens, this place located in the middle of beautiful forested area with few lodges around. Stopping here for lunch as the altitude gains slowly and the air gets cooler.After lunch walk continues on to an overnight stop at Langtang village a nice moderate-sized village with Tamang and Bhotia tribes of people with similar customs and cultures of Tibetan Buddhism.
Today a walk for a few hours as the morning heads with a short climb and towards a wider country as the gorge opens into a nice valley with snow-clad peaks on both sides of the hills encountering a few prayer walls and enjoying the views of mountains as the walk progress leading to Kyanjin Gompa area with more than 15 lodges and guest houses to stay with an old cheese factory, where’s the name Gompa is about to disappear which is a small wooden chapel rather than monastery located on top of Kyanjin and Langtang Valley on moraine rocks and boulders on route to Lantang Lirung glacier. A great place Kyanjin in the Langtang Valley the first part of the highlight of this trip. Langtang Valley and Kyangin Gompa are surrounded by green hills and snow-capped mountains of Dorji Lakpa, Langtang Lirung, Tsego ri, Langshsisa, and Naya Kanga or Ganja la Peak.
An ideal and good place for a rest day, Kyanjin offers many side trips for a few hours a day hike as options, a hike up at Tsergo Ri 5,033 meters. The climb to Tsergo Ri is quite steep and requires good physical fitness, but offers awesome views of the highest mountains of the central Himalayas. Afternoon at leisure to marvel at the great panorama of Chimsedang Lekh, and the Kangjal Himal, a ridge of peaks bordering the valley to the south, Naya Kanga 5,844m. stunning views of the great mountains flanking the Langtang valley, including Ganchenpo 6,387m, Dorje Lakpa 6,990 m, Pemthang Karpo Ri 6,830m, Langtang Lirung 7,245m and across the northern boundary in Tibet rises the huge massive Shishapangma 8,046 m the last 14th world’s highest mountain.
After a wonderful time at Kyanjin Gompa in Langtang Valley, we headed back to the forested area and to Lama Hotel for an overnight stop, walking and retracing the same route for about six hours but interesting and enjoyable walks on the downhill path with a few short ups in between.
From Lama Hotel our journey continues with nice views along the walk on the downhill path to a place called Bamboo with few teahouses and lodges, after a pleasant morning walk, from here walk through farm terraces of millets, corn, and wheat depending upon the time of the seasons, on leaving the farm area the path leads uphill on the old landslide sections, the on the winding up a hill path to Upper or Thulo Syabru for an overnight stop in of the good lodge around this nice interesting village, where the houses are joined in a long as a locomotive, Thulo Syabru has an old monastery above the village.
After Thulo Syabru today, the walk is short for 4-5 hours with mind-blowing scenery of hills, valleys, and of snow-capped peaks looking back as the climb leads up through a pristine forest of rhododendron, magnolia, many types of firs and pines trees, including various species of rhododendron plants and flowers with views of Annapurna, Ganesh, and Langtang Himal range towards North West, after a good climb of few hours reaching at a hilltop with grazing pasture and few teahouses around. From here on the gradual winding path into the pleasant and cool shade of forest Shing Gompa is reached, this place is also called Chandanbari (Rose Wood) with a small cheese processing factory and a monastery.
The last day walk of this wonderful trip ends today, starting this morning's walk with a long descent through beautiful rhododendron and pine forests along the walk with fabulous views of surrounding landscapes and mountains, the walk carries on with the downhill for about three hours, then reaching the bottom nearby the river after crossing the bridge, reaching the motorable road after being in the trekking trail for a week, the good road winds up for an hour all the way to the large town at Dhunche for overnight stop, the last day in the mid hills of high Langtang Himalaya.
The morning after breakfast, an interesting drive back to Kathmandu the journey continues with great views and scenery of the Himalayan landscapes, rolling hills, and valleys, then passing through numerous villages and towns on the downhill drive to Kathmandu. After an interesting journey of more than six hours reaching Kathmandu, after a great memorable time up in the mountains transfer to respective hotels.
The morning after breakfast at a given time our city and cultural guide will guide you in and around Kathmandu at places of interest and importance, as Kathmandu Valley is full of World Heritage Sites the holy Pashupatinath temple, Bouddhanath (Little Tibet), Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) & monasteries, ancient Kings Palaces and courtyard in Kathmandu; after an interesting sightseeing back to the hotel
Last day in Nepal with a wonderful memorable time in Himalaya trekking around Tamang Heritage Trail & Langtang Valley with Team Himalaya and transfer to the airport for the flight back home or to respective destination.
Langtang National Park covers a total area of 660 sq miles in the Nuwakot, Rasuwa, and Sindhupalchowk districts of the central part of Nepal.
It is not a good idea to drink water directly from taps or small streams. It can make you go through a difficult time. So, to be cautious, it is better to use water purifying tablets to make the water safe enough to drink.
The treks in the Langtang Region exceed 3000m in elevation. So, the risk of getting altitude sickness is not uncertain. Our guides will care for you in case you suffer from altitude sickness. In case of emergency, a helicopter rescue will be called immediately
These are the symptoms of Altitude Sickness.
Headache
Nausea
Feeling dizzy
Vomiting
Feeling tired
Shortness of breath
Faster heart rate
Trouble when trying to sleep
Loss of appetite
Generally, autumn (September-November) is one of the best times to go on a trek in Nepal. You will experience a wide angle view of mountains and hills. The sky is clear with moderate temperatures. Plus, the season is also a festive season, which means you will be able to experience wonderful festivals such as Dashain and Tihar. You can also do the trek during the spring (March-May).
You will be spending your night mostly in tea houses such as simple hotels and lodges. The rooms are small but comfortable. You can ask for extra blankets in case you need it. The tea houses will provide you with food, wifi, charging facilities, etc. It is possible to get a single room in the lower parts of the Langtang region but as you get up higher the chances are low.
There is no age restriction so, you can certainly take children with you.
We suggest you get your travel insurance from your respective country. This is because sometimes uncertain events may occur and helicopter rescue becomes necessary.
In recent years, mobile network facilitators have extended their services even in the mountain region. This means you won’t have any problem reaching out to your loved ones during the trek.
Langtang region is full of specialties. Some of them are:
Amazing views of mountains such as Dorje Lakpa at 6,966m, Yansa Tsenji at 6,690m, Loenpo Gang at 6,979m, and Dogpache at 6,562m.
Rich culture and traditions of Tamang and Gurung villages.
Religious lakes such as Gosaikunda Lake and Bhairav Kunda Lake.
Enchanting waterfalls and rhododendron forest.
The difficulty of the Langtang Region Trek is moderate but one should be physically fit to complete the trek. The flexible trek route and enough rest days are going to make your trip less difficult as well.
The mystical Langtang Mountain is located between the Nepal and China border on the northern side of Nepal.
We treat all our clients equally. If a woman is willing to travel solo, we will provide every information and service for the trek. A highly trained professional guide will be in your service 24/7.
It depends on the trail you choose. Currently, we have the Langtang Valley trek which duration is 10 days while the Tamang Heritage Trekking is 17 days
Yes, currently most of the Tea houses and small hotels offer Wi-Fi. But when you are in the remote regions you won’t be able to get access to Wi-Fi.
Going on the trek is suitable for almost all people who have moderate health conditions. It is not necessary to be involved in physical activities such as gym, or swimming before trekking this trek. But if there are any major health issues then it is highly recommended to consult with the doctors beforehand.
Team Himalaya's list of outdoor equipment requirements is in the following list order depending upon the type of holidays chosen leisure tours, moderate, adventurous to challenging trekking, and climbs. Gear required depends upon the season of travel as well as the grade of travel and trekking as Nepal is for all seasons except the wet months of July to mid-September when few travelers visit Nepal.
For Simple Sightseeing Tours in Kathmandu and beyond:
For Moderate Hikes and Treks:
For long Trekking for a week or more above 3,000 meters:
Challenging Treks and Trekking Peak Climb:
For Trekking Peak Climb:
Plastic Boots a pair
Crampons a pair
Ice Axe one
Harness one
Carabineer or Karabiner two each
Snow Gaiters a pair
Snow / Sun Glass one each
Warm Gloves a pair
Wind Proof Jacket & Trousers. a set each
Down Jacket one each
Down sleeping bags one each with an inner liner
Main Ropes 200m ( 50m per person) as per the peak is chosen
Snow Bar 2/4 pieces depending upon group size.
Ski Pole (optional) one each
The following items can be bought or hired in Kathmandu, the above list is standard items required in all climbs, however on booking, we will inform you with more details on equipment required depending upon the type of various peaks of your choice, ropes, jumar, ice screw are also needed in most of the climb.
Dear Guest and Travelers to Nepal and other Himalayan destinations, please make sure that you have understood our Terms and conditions, after having read carefully the mutual contract and legal process, which will certainly keep our friendly relation between us for the long term.
After selecting the trip of your choice from our varied programs and itineraries, the first step in the booking procedure you are requested to fill out our booking form and send it after completion with 20 % as a non-refundable deposit for the entire Nepal Trip.
Along with the completed form, you are required to e-mail your passport copy and flight Ticket with all details to us in the Kathmandu office at Team Himalaya (info@teamhimalaya.com).
Upon receiving your passport copy and details with the completed booking form Plus your non-refundable deposit, we will proceed and send you a final affirmation receipt with acknowledgment.
All deposits are required for selected and chosen trips on per per-person basis, we will inform you by e-mail regarding the direct deposit procedure and details.
As per the booking and Trip money transfer, service charges of respective banks might apply and they should be paid at the time of deposit.
We will e-mail you the details on making payments through your credit card once you have filled up the Booking form.
We accept Visa or MasterCard only with a 4% surcharge added as a processing fee on credit cards and wire Transfers as a service charged by the Banks.
The Condition for clearing the remaining balance as per the trip booked is as follows:
The remaining due balance for all Nepal Trips should be paid and cleared upon arrival.
The remaining balance for other Himalayan countries like Bhutan, and Tibet, and all multi-country tours needs to be cleared within 35 days prior to your trip departure dates.
Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions (P) Ltd reserves the right to cancel your trip if the full amount is not paid on time.
In certain circumstances, we will accept your last-hour booking a minimum of a week prior to the tour departure date for all the trips, in this case, full payment is required.
02: How to pay your selected trip deposit:
Credit Card (visa & master):
Please call us at 00977-9841824281 to pay over the phone.
Payment:
Please Deposit by wire Transfer to Team Himalaya (P) Ltd and post it to the address below:
Company Address: Team Himalaya (P) Ltd
Bank Transfer:
Bank Address: Himalayan Bank Limited.
Bank address: Tridevi Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu
Account No:01908416120019.
Account Type: Foreign Currency (USD)
Bank swift code: HIMANPKA.
03: Refund & Cancellation:
No refund will be made by the company for the 20% deposit amount in case of cancellation of your trip for any whatsoever or other reasons.
After having paid the full amount of any selected trip, you are entitled to incur a refund in case you want to cancel your trip by informing us earliest as possible to make the charge reasonable as per the company rules and regulations.
Still, the cancellation charge is invoiced to you. Written notification of your cancellation should be made to cancel any trip. Nevertheless, you have imposed a cancellation charge as advised below:-
60 days or more deposit retained
45 – 50 days before departure 50%
30 – 40 days before departure 75%
20 days before departure 100%
04: Extra Supplement Charge:
Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions (P) Ltd tour/trek packages, rooms, or tents are provided on twin sharing basis. Thus, a single room supplement charge will be imposed as extra for a client who does not have another tour participant to share a room/tent with. It also applies to clients who need a single supplement in tents/rooms in hotels or lodges.
05: Early return from any Tours or Treks:
No refund will be entertained to clients on early return from our trips due to personal domestic/medical or personal problems from any other trips regardless of whatever portions remain unused in the itinerary.
06: Amendment in Trip Cost:
Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions (P) Ltd. reserves the right to revise or change the trip costing rate posted on our website, under any circumstances, or on the pressure of various external factors beyond our control, for instance, changes in exchange rate, government action, etc. inflation, however assuring that we will put our effort as much possible to keep the present cost rate as it is.
07: Unforeseen Circumstances:
If the company have to cancel the respective trip due to unforeseen circumstances like natural disasters, political conflict, unfavorable climate, broken trail, and roads, etc., we will refer you for an alternative trip of similar types and standard.
Even if this doesn’t suit and fit your likes and interests, all trip prices paid by you to our company will be refunded with some administration and trip arrangement charge of 15 to 20 % depending upon the trip chosen.
Please note, any other expenses incurred by you as a result of this booking are entirely your responsibility.
08: Travel / Medical Insurance:
We strongly suggest and recommend all booking Clients acquire Travel and Medical Insurance as a compulsion in all our tours and trekking and climbing trips. It should include adequate protection for tour/trekking/climbing/rafting or any other adventure sports with duration to cover personal injury, death, medical expenses, and repatriation or emergency evacuation expenses by any means of transportation such as helicopter rescue, air ambulance and adequate cover for baggage.
09: Health & Fitness:
All our Treks and Tours require sound health and a level of fitness before signing the booking with us, the client should always check with their local Doctor or Physician regarding their health and fitness before the trip departs to Himalayan destinations.
It’s solely the client’s responsibility to inform Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions of any pre-existing medical condition or disability that might reasonably be expected to increase the risk of your required medical attention, which may affect your capability to travel on the trips booked with us.
Children and Elderly people:
An authorized guardian by the parents must accompany all travelers under the age of sixteen.
A person of more than 70 years of age, although in good health still needs a partner, family member, or friends to accompany him/her.
If you have any queries regarding age and suitability, please contact us for further information.
10: Nepal / Tibet Visas & Passport Conditions:
It is important that all clients should have a valid passport with at least six months of validity from the return date of travel.
Nepal visas can be obtained from the Nepal Consulate or Embassy in your country or upon arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport. The costs of Nepalese visas are the sole responsibility of clients. All clients must have a valid passport with at least 6 months of validity from the return date. As you are unable to obtain visas to Tibet you need to send your passport details to Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions for visa applications to travel in Tibet, we require this information at least three weeks prior to departure.
11: Risk and Liabilities:
Team Himalaya's main concern is your safety and satisfaction including our staff welfare, therefore we carry out all our assignments sincerely & honestly to ensure your holiday a Hassel hassle-free without any problems.
Nevertheless, unless stated otherwise, the trip may be changed under uncertain and inherent circumstances such as landslides, roadblocks, floods, heavy snow, political unrest, cancellation of flight, delayed arrival, sickness or accidents, etc. Any extra cost incurred there is your personal responsibility and should be borne on the spot.
Flight Delay/Cancellation:
Possibility of domestic flight delay or postponement due to bad weather in Himalayan regions which happens sometimes, in particular around Everest region Lukla, Phaplu, Annapurna / Mustang / Manang region Humde, Jomsom and on the Far West Dolpa, Simikot and Jumla region and on Far East sector Tumlingtar, and Taplejung area.
Trekking in remote areas or in as described above, especially during the off-season, you are highly advised to reserve extra days to prepare for some delays and avoid frustrating consequences.
In case of flight cancellation pre-tour/post-tour, you need to bear accommodation and food costs yourself.
12: Our Responsible Adventure Policy:
Our entire tour/trekking guide representing Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions deserves all authority during tours and trekking/rafting or on climbs.
Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions will ensure to make every effort comfortable and satisfactory in all our trips, but one must understand that Himalayan or Third World and Developing Countries like Nepal cannot afford much of Western and highly timed facilities sometimes depending upon the area of travel, however, we will try our best to make your travel enjoyable with memorable time while with us.
Weather is another factor that directly impacts some trips, hence, patience in mind, enthusiasm, and proper preparation before heading is a must.
Your personal belongings:
On any account, we’re not responsible for any loss or damage of your baggage/luggage or property even when it is shouldered by our porters, ponies, or vehicles. Our trip escorts and guides will provide necessary safety precautions so that this does not arise while with us.
Papers & Documents:
All necessary papers and documents should be presented in sequence for example to issue visas, necessary permits, etc. We’re not accountable in case of any trip formality not being completed in time before the trip departs in the absence of essential papers and documents.
Nothing but the best, that was all about enjoying the trek from beginning to end, what a lovely experience. I searched all the websites and found Team Himalaya had this interesting Tamang Heritage Trail Trekking. It was a perfect trek and holiday for the whole family of 6 with young children. Team Himalaya provided the best services than we expected, the whole team of staff, guides, and porters were equally supportive and helpful. What a surprise entering Gatlang received by the Tamang village community with a traditional welcome and having local food in Home Stay Huts and cottages. The whole trip was culturally fantastic, thanks to Team Himalaya for arranging this lovely scenic and cultural trek.
charles chacko
6th Dec, 2022
I never ever thought it would be a great trip on Tamang Heritage Trail Trekking.
Truly a wonderful short adventure to enjoy, much exciting exploring the rural traditional Tamang villages steeped with age-old heritage.
The scenery was so beautiful on daily walks, overlooking grand views of near snow-capped peaks of Ganesh and Langtang Himal. We enjoyed the pleasant treks and were surprised, the villagers received us with a warm welcome and traditional hospitality. A great adventure of a week gaining much knowledge of the local impressive cultures and customs. It was a great educational and scenic Tamang Heritage Trail trek, thanks to the guide, porters, and staff of Team Himalayas.
Arpan Dey
21st Jun, 2021
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