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Tamang Heritage Trail (8 Nights/9 Days)
The route ranges from 1467m altutude of 3165m and has variety of tropical, subtropical, temperate and sub alpine vegetation. Tibetan mountains Ganesh himal and Langtang clearly can view from the Nagtahali 3330 m and Gotlang the best view point of the area. It is also possible to see Tibetan Villages from Nagtali Major Trekking Route around Briddim apart from the unique experiences of homestay, following diverse experience can be gained along or after the visit of Briddim. Briddim (2,229 m) is a small and beautiful Tamang village. It offers Himalayan cultural experience in the form of accommodation. About half of the 43 houses in Briddim offer accommodation at their homes. Here, visitors are accommodated as house guests and are able to have first¬hand experience of the age-old culture and hospitality of the Tamang community. Being an honored guest of a rural family, sharing their daily chores and having delicious home-cooked meals with them add a different dimension to one's experience in Nepal. Briddim is at the end of the Tamang Heritage Trail. However, visitors also have the option of visiting only Briddim, which is about a 3-hour light trek from Syabrubesi. |
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Trip @ Glance |
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Country: Nepal |
Activities: Trekking |
Area: Langtang Region |
Duration: 9 Days |
Grade: Moderate |
Altitude: 4,381 m. |
Group Size: 2 - 25 pax |
Season: Spring & Autumn |
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Itinerary in Detail |
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Day 01: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (1467 m.)
Via Trishuli (Nuwakot) which takes about eight hours. You stay overnight at hotel in Syabrubesi. You head north out of Kathmandu driving through scenic foothills and ridgeline vistas to Syabru Besi passing through Dhunche. While passing along the road at the bank of Trishuli river you catch a glimpse of Ganesh Himal, terraces and green hills. As you pass through Dhunche you feel as if you are heading towards deep land. At the same time, you notice that the road after Betrawati is still under construction.
Day 02: Syabrubesi to Gatlang
After an hour and half of ascent from Syabrubesi we reach the view point from where we can see the fantastic view of Ganesh Himal, Gosaikunda range and the Goljang valley. Now we head down to Goljang valley for the Lunch which is an hour walking down hill from the the view point. Gatlang the beautiful Tamang village is another 3 hrs walk from Goljang. Upon arrival the guests will be welcomed by Khada (white scarfs) and the home made local drinks Rakshi accompanied by the welcome song in local language. Get refreshed and enjoy the local Syabru dance. Overnight at the community lodge.
Day 03: Gatlang to Tatopani
This would be the longest day of the entire trip and will take about 7 hours. The walk begins by descending to Thangbuchet (near Chilime village) by the Bhotekoshi River. Stop for the lunch here. Chilime Hydropower dam is situated here. After lunch the trail will be ascending up crossing the hanging bridge. Ascend continues until you get to Tatopani which literally means 'hot water', you can cleanse yourself in natural hot springs with bathing areas in the lap of the mountains. Locals believe that the waters have a healing quality that eases away your aches and pains. Dinner and overnight stay at local tea house.
Day 04: Tatopani to Thuman
The trail ascends to Nagthali Danda (3300m) the high open grassland with amazing views of snow covered Himalayas. Stop for lunch at Brimdang village. After lunch the trek continues ascending to Nagthali Danda. One can enjoy the view and spend sometime at the top accompanied by tea prepared by the care taker of the Gompa. Trek continues down to Thuman, Tibetan influenced Tamang village with friendly people who love to sing and dance.Dinner and overnight at local tea house.
Day 05: Thuman to Rasuwagadhi (2240m) About 7 hours of walking camping.
Day 06: Rasuwagadhi to Briddim (2290m) Walking around 6 hours.
Day 07: Rest and exploring day in Briddim.
Day 08: Briddim to Syabrubeshi, Walking around 4 hours.
Day 09: Syaprubeshi to Kathmandu by local bus.
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