Tamang Heritage Trail

Heartily Welcome you to Tamang Heritage Trail Trekking!

The Tamang Heritage Trail Trek is a newly established route north of Kathmandu. It can be done as a standalone trek or combined with others like Langtang Valley, Gosaikunda, Helambu, Ruby Valley, Ganesh Himal, or even Manaslu. Close to Kathmandu, the trek offers a blend of natural beauty and the rich culture of the Langtang and Rasuwa regions, home to over 70 glaciers, the Langtang and Ganesh Himal ranges, and high-altitude lakes. The area is predominantly inhabited by Tamang and Tibetan people with a centuries-old culture.

Developed under the UNDP’s Tourism for Rural Poverty Alleviation Program, the Tamang Heritage Trail promotes tourism to benefit local communities. With its "mini Tibet" feel, the region boasts stunning mountain views, traditional Tamang villages, and preserved customs. The income from tourism has supported local livelihoods, preserving the area's traditional houses and crafts. Located 132 km from Kathmandu, Langtang was once a restricted area. The region is bordered by Ganesh Himal (7422m), Langtang Lirung (7245m), and the Chimse Danda ridge, and the Langtang Khola flows through the valley before merging with the Bhote Kosi River. Langtang Valley, Tamang culture, and Gosainkunda are the main attractions. The Tamang Heritage Trail also leads to Rasuwagadi, the Nepal-Tibet border, where visitors can explore Tibetan customs.

The trek starts with a 141 km drive from Kathmandu to Gatlang, followed by a walk through Trisuli, Dhunch, Syafrubesi, Thambuche, Goljung, and Gatlang. This less-known trek passes stunning valleys like Chilime, Tatopani, Nagthali panorama views poite, and Briddim. The route also takes trekkers through rhododendron forests that bloom in spring, offering vibrant views of red flowers. Flexible in duration, the trek allows you to shorten or extend your journey. Key highlights include staying in Gatlang to experience Tamang culture, local festivals, and handicrafts. From Goljung, trekkers enjoy panoramic mountain views, including Langtang Lirung and Sangen Himal. Visitors can also relax in the natural hot springs of Chilime and explore ancient monasteries and carved wooden houses in Thuman. The trek can be completed in 7-8 days, with homestays also in Gatlang and Briddim, where traditional meals like syakpa (Sherpa stew) are served. Visitors can also learn about local customs and rituals.

Following Compny this is one trek where a local guide is particularly useful, not so much for route finding but to smooth cultural encounters and help arrange homestay, where very little English is spoken. LOCAL AGENCIES many travellers have writen to recommend Gatlang Resident and Guide Durga Tamang, who run Himalayan unfortunate Adventure (www.nepalmountaintrekking.com . The area, affected by the 2015 earthquake, has been rebuilt and is now safe for trekking, with new guesthouses. Recommended by Lonely Planet, Nepal remains a safe, welcoming destination where tourism aids in both local economies and rebuilding efforts.

As you will be here on your holiday, you can extend shorten trek or long your trek as you wish in the Tamang Heritage Trail itinerary. Among others, the opportunity to stay and explore more days in village of Gatlang remains one of the most fascinating highlights of this trip. With its unusual setting, exotic costumes, Tamang cultural shows, traditional handicraft, religious festivals, and intriguing architecture, Gatlang is sure to leave the visitors mesmerized. The viewpoint at Goljung (Danda) provides the opportunity to gaze beyond the Tibetan frontier with amazing mountain views that include the Sangen Himal, Paldor Peak, Langtang Lirung, and the Lauribinayek range. As we head further we also have the opportunity to relax in a soothing natural hot spring, found in the village of Chilime, we'll take a bath even just for once is believed to cure many skin problems. From here we head to Nagthali Hill (3300m) followed by Thuman where we will explore century old monasteries and traditional houses adorned with rich wood carvings. We can Organize to Ruby Valley Trekking star from Gatlanng Village. Nepal is a safe and welcoming country to visit, and tourism supports both the local economy and rebuilding efforts around the country.

Come and join us for a life changing experience – with Himalayan Unforgettable Adventures!!

Day to day outline itinerary

Day 01:Travel from Kathmandu to Gatlang (2300m) – 8- 9 hours
Day 02:Resting day in Gatlang Village
Day 03:From Gatlang to Chhilime, gongang,Tatopani. 2510m. 6 hours
Day 04:From Tatopani to Brimdang, Nagthali (3165m) – 3 hours
Day 05:From Thuman to Lingling ,Briddim (2250m) 6 hours .
Day 06:From Bridim to Syabru Bensi 8 1450m, 3 hours.
Day 07:Back from Syabru Bensi to kathmandu ( 7 hours by local bus,
Day 08:From Kathmandu to Gatlang (2300m) – 7- 8 hours
Day 09:Today Exploration in Gatlang Nature walk
Day 10:Direcly from kathmandu to Gatlang Village (1450m) – 7-8 hours
Day 11:Travel from Kathmandu to Syafru Bensi by tourist bus (1450m) - 7-8 hours

Cost Details

Cost Include

Local bus, Taxi otherwise requested Teahouse/ Guest House accommodation during the trek with all meals( breakfast, lunches, dinners, tea, coffee and twin-share room with comfortable form mattress and pillows all included Experienced trek guide, Porter ( 2 persons- one porter basis; max load 20 kg per porter their equipment. Plus Guide and porter their food including their salaries, insurance, equipment, food, and accommodation. All necessary permits( Langtang national park entrance fee, TIMS).Trekkers Information Management System) Cards. All government and local taxes wherever applicable

Cost Exclude

Nepal visa fee ($30 and two passport photographs are required). International airfare to and from Kathmandu Excess baggage charges Lunch in Kathmandu, unless requested for Extra accommodation nights other than stated in the itinerary. Travel and rescue insurance Private Jeep, Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry. Warm clothes like jackets , trousers, gloves, pants, hat , socks, tshirts, shorts , Waterproof Jackets, water bottle , hiking sticks , sunscreen, sunglasses, some energy bars, shoes, slippers, sleeping bag , medicine for altitude. Battery recharge, extra porters, chocolate, beverages, showers etc) Tips for guides and porter etc.

Useful Info

The Langtang region of Nepal was devastated by the earthquake of 2015 and most of the houses of the villages were torn down. However in the past years, there has been a great effort in rebuilding, thanks also to the economic help brought by tourists, and the area is again perfectly suitable and safe for trekkers, with newly built Guest Houses.

We, the founders of Himalayan Unforgettable Adventures were born in the Langtang region. In addition, many of our guides come from the area and specifically from Tamang villages. Therefore we can assure you that we will be able to show you all the hidden corners and places off the beaten track. We happily welcome you to our home region.

Note

In Gatlang and Briddim it was homestay but now there Guest house as well. The menu usually consists of rice, Tibetan bread, syakpa (Sherpa stuw), potatoes, and Tibetan tea. Visitors can also observe the local rituals and cultural practices with the host family and go on village walks to see the lifestyle and customs of the local residents.

The houses in these two Tibetan-style villages are made of stone and slate roofs. The villages are living museums reflecting the traditional Tamang culture and lifestyle.

Most of our employees have been brought up along the Tamang Heritage Trekking Local Guide and we are proud to say that we try to arrange experts guide from this area. We arrange the Tamang heritage trail different cost all year round. July and August might proof to be rainy but the green of the rice fields at that time is unbeatable. There is no problem for the trekking in this area all around 12 months, you can trek at any time without any rush within your time frame.It is possible to add on or cut out days, so the trek suits both your schedule and desires.

The Tamang region of Nepal was devastated by the earthquake of 2015 and most of the houses of the villages were torn down. Regarding the Tamang heritage trek operator, there has been a great effort in rebuilding and the economy is growing well. Thanks also to the economic help brought by tourists, and the area is again perfectly suitable and safe for trekkers, with newly built Guest Houses.

Detail Itinerary

Day 01Travel from Kathmandu to Gatlang (2300m) – 8- 9 hoursAfter an early morning breakfast we drive from Kathmandu to Gatlang. The trail passes through the Trisuli city, Dhunche, Syafrubesi Goljung village to Gatlang. Experience the traditional Tamang culture and lifestyle and have a panoramic view of Mt. Langtang and other mountain peaks. We will stay overnight in Gatlang at the Paldor Peak Guest House.

Day 02Resting day in Gatlang VillageOPTION : Explore to Parvati Kunda , monastery ,cheese factory, culture program, nature walk - Exploration: Experience the traditional Tamang culture, lifestyle and have a panoramic view of Mt. Langtang Lirung, Tibet Range and other mountain peaks. We will stay overnight at Guest House (Paldor Peak Guest House ) run by a local people. Nature walk to Parvati Kunda followed by a meditation session Visit the Palden Druk Galang Chhoding Chhyolihng Monastry (an additional 15 minute's walk from the lake) rest for sometime and proceed. Gatlang is also known as the dark Village, you have an easy access to explore the typical Tamang culture and traditional houses in the village. As the houses were destroyed by the earthquake on April, 2015, rebuilding the village in traditional style is progress most are done. From here you can make an hour and 50 minute tour uphill to the religious lake Parvati Kunda (Aama Chhodingmo), Monastery and the Buddha Stupa Park as you will see its new bulding now. The lake stands for a long life and from here you also sees beautiful mountains view. This holy lake is one of the two lakes in the world (the other in India), and real unique view . The local people believe that if they pray and worship , your wish will come true. You will also see Yak Cheese in the Cheese factory a minute far from Monastery.The village of Gatlang is surrounded by 108 Mani stupa that protect the village against bad influence and evil eyes. Accommodation Gatlang includes the private Paldor Peak Gues Hhouse on the top of the village with an excellent views over it and they have Hot Shower. Furthermore you can find us on TripAdvisor Paldor Peak Guest House. You can also stay at other Guest houses half a dozen homestay are there. ( From Gatlang you can also continue Ruby Valley Trek, Ganesh Himal continue Manaslu Circute Trek as well ) Over night stay same place.

Day 03From Gatlang to Chhilime, gongang,Tatopani. 2510m. 6 hoursOn the way to Tatopani we will enjoy panoramic views over the Langtang Range and can also experience hot spring near Chilime Village if you prefer. The following Gonga village then to Tatopani over night stay in Tatopani at Teahouse.

Day 04From Tatopani to Brimdang, Nagthali (3165m) – 3 hoursTatopani – Nagthali. We will trek following the Rhododendron forest to Bremdang, Nagthali views which has a super viewpoint and offers spectacular mountain scenery. We will stay overnight with a local family. and stay the night in Nagthali 3165m from the Tatopani 2 hour you will enjoy panoramic views over the Gosaikunda Range, Langtang Range and Ganesh Himal, Paldor Peak and Tibet Himalayas Range etc. 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. Over night stay at Tea house.

Day 05From Thuman to Lingling ,Briddim (2250m) 6 hours . This is also a short day where we will stop at lingling. Since Tamang heritage trails are mostly steep and ascends and descends. People from Thuman will entertain you by singing and dancing. If you want then you can also join with them. They will help you feel homely with their friendly environment. Overnight stay in Briddim at tea Home.

Day 06From Bridim to Syabru Bensi 8 1450m, 3 hours.After breakfast we start to syafrubesi the beautiful forest we will pass through and if you are lucky we will see langar monkeys, we can also watch various species of birds. After lunch we will walk to Syabru Bensi which is only a three hour walk down. . We will start cleaning programs from Briddim on the trail and will collect rubbish and end to Syafrubesi. Over night in Syafru Besi Hotel

Day 07Back from Syabru Bensi to kathmandu ( 7 hours by local bus, Traveling from syafrubesi to Kathmandu. Your guide will tell you reporting time and departure time for the bus ride. Or do you prefer privete vehicle, jeep right ? over night stay in kathmandu at hotel.

Day 08From Kathmandu to Gatlang (2300m) – 7- 8 hoursAfter an early morning breakfast we drive from Kathmandu to Gatlang. The trail passes through the Trisuli city, Dhunche, Syafrubesi Goljung village to Gatlang. Experience the traditional Tamang culture and lifestyle and have a panoramic view of Mt. Langtang and other mountain peaks. We will stay overnight in Gatlang at the Paldor Peak Guest House.

Day 09Today Exploration in Gatlang Nature walkExplore day one more day stay in Gatlang you can experience the following activities) Gatlang – Nature walk - Exploration: We will stay for a day in this typical and beautiful Tamang village exploring many of its attractions: Nature walk to Pervati Kunda followed by a meditation session; visit to the Palden Druk Gatlang Chhoding ChholingbMonastry (an additional 15 minutes walk from the lake), rest for some time and proceed for a Buddhism given enjoye at monastery. visit the local Yak cheese factory Village tour including a visit to the local (community lodge); observe handicraft manufacturing; visit organic vegetable farms; development; visit the local school; interact with the school children, observation of class rooms and teaching followed by volleyball or badminton games with the kids. See the 108 Mani Churten (stupa’s). Experience the traditional Tamang culture and lifestyle and have a panoramic view of Mt. Langtang Lirung, Tibet Range and other mountain peaks. The village most of the houses are made up of stone and have roofs of wood and stone before earthquake 2015. Galang village.

Day 10Direcly from kathmandu to Gatlang Village (1450m) – 7-8 hours Itinerary,

TAMANG HERITAGE TRAIL 6 days of Trekking
As you will be here on your holiday, you can extend or shorten your trek as you wish.

Day 01: From Kathmandu to Gatlang (2300m) – 7- 8 hours. Early morning we drive from Kathmandu to Gatlang. The trail passes through the Trisuli city, Dhunche, Syafrubesi Goljung village to Gatlang. Experience the traditional Tamang culture and lifestyle and have a panoramic view of Mt. Langtang and other mountain peaks. We will stay overnight in Gatlang at the Paldor Peak Guest House run by a local people.

Day 02: Exploration day in Gatlang Nature walk Explore day one more day stay in Gatlang you can experience the following activities) Gatlang – Nature walk - Exploration: We will stay for a day in this typical and beautiful Tamang village exploring many of its attractions: Nature walk to Pervati Kunda followed by a meditation session; visit to the Palden Druk Gatlang Chhoding Chholing Monastry (an additional 15 minutes walk from the lake), rest for some time and proceed for a Buddhism given enjoye at monastery. Visit the local Yak cheese factory and you can buy Yak Cheese, Village tour including a visit to the local (community lodge); observe handicraft manufacturing; visit organic vegetable farms; development; visit the local school; interact with the school children, observation of class rooms and teaching followed by volleyball or badminton games with the kids. See the 108 Mani Churten (stupa’s). Experience the traditional Tamang culture and lifestyle and have a panoramic view of Mt. Langtang Lirung, Tibet Range and other mountain peaks. We will stay overnight at the Paldor Peak Guest House run by a local people.

Option: If you prefer on more day in Gatlang ?
We stay one more days in Gatlang you can experience following activities)
typical and beautiful Tamang village exploring many of its attractions: Nature walk to Pervati Kunda followed by a meditation session Visit the Palden Druk Galang Chhoding Chhyoling Monastery (an additional 15 minute’s walk from the lake) rest for sometime and proceed. Visit the local Yak cheese factory Village tour including a visit to the community center ) Observe handicraft manufacturing Visit organic vegetable farms. Visit the local school; interact with the school children, observation of class rooms and teaching followed by volleyball or badminton games with the kids . Here too you will get a chance to see exceptional cultural show which makes your trip a memorable one we should tell them for cultural program. Gatlang that rises on a hillside amid the terraced fields is a Tamang community. See the 108 Mani Churten

Day 03: Gatlang – Tatopani (2607m) – 5-6 Hours After After breakfast on the way to Gonggang at Cherka, we will enjoy panoramic views over the Ganesh Himal, Paldor Peak . It is new hot spring near Chilime Village around 20 minutes will reach from the Village you can Bath in Natural hot spring. Then back Chilime will have lunch in the village. The following Gonga village then to Tatopani over night stay in Tatopani at Teahouse. The hot spring was dry by Earthquake in 2015 but in 2020 also Earthquake has bring hot spring again.

Day 04: Tatopani – Nagthali, Thuman (2338m) – 5 hoursWeWe will trek following the Rhododendron forest to Bremdaing, Thuman Nagthali views which has a supper viewpoint and offers spectacular mountain scenery. We will stay overnight with a local family. In Nagthali walk 2 hour to the Taruche viewpoint 3600m from the view point you can see kerung villages (Tibetan villalge), (Tibetan villalge) , Brakhar Gumba (Melarepa's Monastery)and stay the night in Nagthali 3165m from the Tatopani 2 hour you will enjoy panoramic views over the Gosaikunda Range, Langtang Range and Ganesh Himal, Paldor Peak and Tibet Himalayas Range etc... Option: if you prefer stay in Nagthali or continue to 2 hours Thumen? over night stay at Tea house

Day 05: Nagthali , Thuman to Lingling ,Briddim ( 2229m) 5 Hours This This is also a short day where we will stop at Thuman. Since Tamang heritage trails are mostly steep and ascends and descends. People from Thuman will entertain you by singing and dancing. If you want then you can experience the village life of Briddim and enjoy a cultural show performed by community member. They will help you feel homely with their friendly environment. Overnight at tea house

Day 06: Briddim – Syabru Bensi – 3 hours and same day catch the bus to Kathmandu 7,8 hours of travel.
If You want you can experience the village life of Briddim and enjoy a cultural show performed by community members. You can also experience a home stay and Tamang culture. To mention a little about Briddim, it is a Tibetan Buddhist village bottom of the Langtang Himal. Around 2,3 houses are spread in a sherpa Gau. Most of the houses are made up of stone and have roofs of wood and stone . As direct descendants of ancient Tibetan immigrants, the culture and tradition of Briddim closely resembles that of Tibetan villages. Early in the morning we take a breakfast and walk 3 hours Syafru Besi. Same day we catch the bus to Kathmandu. The bus coming from Gatlang we will catch at Syafru Besi to Kathmandu, overnight at hotel.
or do you prefer privet jeep ?

Day 11Travel from Kathmandu to Syafru Bensi by tourist bus (1450m) - 7-8 hoursItinerary,

TAMANG HERITAGE TRAIL 8 days of Trekking
As you will be here on your holiday, you can extend or shorten your trek as you wish.

Early morning departure from the hotel taking an overland drive to reach towards North around Langtang Himal, during 8 hours drive views of snow-capped peaks, then arriving at Syabrubesi after traveling past Trisuli Bazar, Dhunche headquarter town of Rasuwa district and Langtang National Park area and Syabrubesi village which is also the starting point for treks into the Langtang valley trekking also ather Gosaikunda Trek and Tamang Heritage Trek. Over night stay in Syafrubesi at Tea house.

Day 02: Syafru bensi to Gatlanng Village (2300m) 5-6 hours Trekking
After breakfast The first day begins with an ascent to Rongga Bhanjyang, Bahumdhadha, where the landscape changes significantly as you enter the valleys at the foot of the Himal Ganesh ridge. You we will enjoy panoramic views. The trail passes through the village of Goljung and Gatlang Village. Experience the traditional Tamang culture and lifestyle and have a panoramic view of Mt. Langtang Lirung and other mountain peaks, Sangjen Himils, Paldor Peak range and Tibet mountains. The village most of the houses are made up of stone and have roofs of wood and stone before earthquake 2015. Galang village. We will stay overnight in Gatlang at the Paldor Peak Guest House run by a my family. activities)

Day 03: Exploration day in Gatlang Nature walk
Explore day one more day stay in Gatlang you can experience the following activities) Gatlang – Nature walk - Exploration: We will stay for a day in this typical and beautiful Tamang village exploring many of its attractions: Nature walk to Pervati Kunda followed by a meditation session; visit to the Palden Druk Gatlang Chhoding ChholingbMonastry (an additional 15 minutes walk from the lake), rest for some time and proceed for a Buddhism given enjoye at monastery. visit the local Yak cheese factory Village tour including a visit to the local (community lodge); observe handicraft manufacturing; visit organic vegetable farms; development; visit the local school; interact with the school children, observation of class rooms and teaching followed by volleyball or badminton games with the kids. See the 108 Mani Churten (stupa’s). Experience the traditional Tamang culture and lifestyle and have a panoramic view of Mt. Langtang Lirung, Tibet Range and other mountain peaks. The village most of the houses are made up of stone and have roofs of wood and stone before earthquake 2015. Galang village.

Day 04: Gatlang – Tatopani (2607m) – 5-6 hours
After breakfast on the way to Gonggang at Cherka, we will enjoy panoramic views over the Ganesh Himal, Paldor Peak . It is new hot spring near Chilime Village around 20 minutes will reach from the Village you can Bath in Natural hot spring. Then back Chilime will have lunch in the village. The following Gonga village then to Tatopani over night stay in Tatopani at Teahouse. The hot spring was dry by Earthquake in 2015 but in 2020 also Earthquake has bring hot spring again.

Day 05: Tatopani – Nagthali, Thuman (2338m) – 5 hours
We will trek following the Rhododendron forest to Bremdaing, Thuman Nagthali views which has a supper viewpoint and offers spectacular mountain scenery. We will stay overnight with a local family. In Nagthali walk 2 hour to the Taruche viewpoint 3600m from the view point you can see kerung villages (Tibetan villalge), (Tibetan villalge) , Brakhar Gumba (Melarepa's Monastery)and stay the night in Nagthali 3165m from the Tatopani 2 hour you will enjoy panoramic views over the Gosaikunda Range, Langtang Range and Ganesh Himal, Paldor Peak and Tibet Himalayas Range etc... Option: if you prefer stay in Nagthali or continue to 2 hours Thumen? over night stay at Tea house

Day 06: Nagthali , Thuman to Lingling ,Briddim ( 2229m) 5 hours
This is also a short day where we will stop at Thuman. Since Tamang heritage trails are mostly steep and ascends and descends. People from Thuman will entertain you by singing and dancing. If you want then you can also join with them. They will help you feel homely with their friendly environment. Overnight at tea house

Day 07: Briddim – Syabru Bensi – 3 hours and same day catch the bus to Kathmandu 6 hours,
If You want you can experience the village life of Briddim and enjoy a cultural show performed by community members. You can also experience a home stay and Tamang culture. To mention a little about Briddim, it is a Tibetan Buddhist village bottom of the Langtang Himal. Around 2,3 houses are spread in a sherpa Gau. Most of the houses are made up of stone and have roofs of wood and stone . As direct descendants of ancient Tibetan immigrants, the culture and tradition of Briddim closely resembles that of Tibetan villages. Early in the morning we take a breakfast and walk 3 hours Syafru Besi. Same day we catch the bus to Kathmandu. The bus coming from Gatlang we will catch at Syafru Besi to Kathmandu, overnight at hotel.

Day 08: Final departureFly Back to Home Country.
We will drop you at international airport and see you off and wish you for safe journey for back home. And good by And if you are interested in another trekking packages as well, we can organize it for your trip.