This is a superb introduction
to trekking in Nepal among some of the most beautiful
scenery in the whole country, with rich tamang culture.
Many years ago Nepal, fought with Tibet for salt and
some of the biggest areas where this war took place
is in the Langtang Region of Nepal, wherein lies the
third most popular trekking trail in Nepal. This area
is connected to Tibet and the trails in this region
were used by traders from Tibet bartering in Salt and
mountain goats for meat (changra) with foodstuffs from
the south. Developed by the Tourism for Rural Poverty
Alleviation Program (RPAP ), the "Tamang Heritage
Trail" is the newly developed tourism product,
off the beaten track, which highlights an ancient lifestyle
combining it with picturesque scenery and healing baths
in natural hot springs. The people of this region are
mostly Tibetans who came from Kerung in Tibet across
the border and settled in Nepal. In earlier days, the
citizenship of Nepal would not be offered to real Tibetans,
so they changed their ethnicity to Tamang, which is
what they still write till date. The cultural and traditions
of these people are similar to the Tibetan across the
border.
This trekking destination
is just a day long bus journey from the capital, Kathmandu.
This trekking tour provides varieties of experience.
Tamang rituals, Tibetan culture, festivals, traditional
architecture, costumes, local Syabru dances make the
exposure to this culture very unique. There is a view
point at Goljung Pass, from where views of Langtang
and Kerung (Tibet) can be awe inspiring. Visitors will
get an opportunity to observe Syabru, Mane and other
local dances at Goljung and Gatlang VDCs. The villages
also sell exclusive handicraft items like traditional
caps, mufflers and other items. Tourists can enjoy hot
bath in the healing hot-water spring at Tatopani before
reaching Nagthali, where the stay is a unique experience.
The ancient monasteries and houses adorned with rich
wood engravings at Thuman is an unforgettable experience.
At Briddim one gets to experience the famous Tamang
hospitality, where there is home stay facility in 24
houses. After the Tamang heritage trail we will head
towards the Langtang.
Langtang is a narrow valley
situated 75 km north of Kathmandu close to the Tibetan
border. Just a couple of days walking finds you amongst
beautiful snow peaks of the Ganesh and Langtang ranges.
Following the Langtang Khola (river) will take you to
the settlement of Kyanjin Gompa at 3900m. This is the
furthest place to find lodges up the valley.
Kyanjin Monastery, Langtang
Valley
The Langtang Valley was designated the first national
park of Nepal in 1971. Most of the people in the region
are Tamang whose culture, religion and language are
very similar to that of Tibet. Beautiful landscapes
and pretty villages make this a relatively easy and
therefore popular trekking destination. Last but not
the least Combining the Tamang heritage trails with
the Langtang would be one of the best trails in Nepal
like the Annapurna circuit or the Everest Base Camp.
Tamang Heritage
Trail & Langtang Valley Trekking Itinerary
Day 01 : Arrival and transfer to hotel
Day 02 : Sightseeing around Kathmandu valley
Day 03 : Drive from Kathmandu to Syabru besi and overnight
in tea house.
Day 04 : Syabru besi trek to Gatlang (5 hrs) and overnight
in lodge
Day 05 : Gatlang trek to Tatopani (6-7 hrs) and overnight
in community lodge.
Day 06 : Tatopani trek to Thuman (6 hrs) and overnight
in community lodge
Day 07 : Thuman trek to Briddim (6 hrs) and overnight
in local home.
Day 08 : Briddim trek to Lamahotel (6 hrs) and overnight
in teahouse
Day 09 : Lamahotel trek to Langtang (6hrs) and overnight
in teahouse
Day 10 : Langtang trek to Kanjin (4 hrs) and overnight
in teahouse
Day 11 : Kanjin rest
day & hike to Langsisa Kharka or Glacier langtang
-lirung or hike to Tsherko ri (5000M)
Day 12 : Kanjin trek
to Lama hotel (6 hours)
Day 13 : Lama hotel trek to Thulosyabru (5-6 hours)
Day 14 : Thulosyabru trek to Dhunche 5 hours
Day 15 : Dhunche drive to Kathmandu (6-7 hours)
Day 16 : Drive to KTM Airport departure.
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