Tamang Heritage Trek-7 Days
Duration
07 days
Activities
Trekking / Hiking
Group Size
02-08
Expedition Overview
Facts of the trip
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Arrival On
Kathmandu
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Departure From
Kathmandu, Nepal
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Accommodation
2/3 * hotel hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara, and teahouses during the trek
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Meals
BB plan in Kathmandu and All meals during the trek
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Best Time
October-December, February- Jun
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Transportation
Private Car, Jeep
The Tamang Heritage Trek in the Langtang region is a newly opened trek that offers a beautiful journey, allowing you to enjoy magnificent mountain views and gain insight into the unique Tamang culture. Along the way, you’ll traverse through green meadows and rhododendron forests.
After several days of trekking, a rejuvenating experience awaits as you can bathe in the hot healing waters of the natural spring at Tatopani, which lies on the route from Gatlang to Chilime.
Nagthali was once a popular meditation center for local monks and priests, and you’ll have the opportunity to explore this historic site.
Continuing on, you’ll reach Timure, located on the old trade route to Tibet. Here, a fort at Rasuwagadi serves as a historical reminder of the enduring Nepal-Tibet relations that have existed for centuries.
Briddim, a picturesque Tamang village nestled in the lap of Langtang Himal, offers warm cultural hospitality through home-stays run by community members. The panoramic views of Langtang Lirung (7245m), Langtang Kerung, Chumse Danda ridge (5122m), Jugal Himal, Dorje Lakpa (6789m), Ganesh Himal, Paldor Peak, Shringi Himal, Manaslu, and other mountain ranges complete this remarkable trekking experience.
Highlights of the Tamang Heritage Trek:
- Enjoy the rejuvenating hot spring waters at Tatopani.
- Witness the resilience of the Tamang community as they rebuild after the 2015 earthquake.
- Embark on a cultural trek that is highly suitable for families and children.
- Be enchanted by the spectacular views of Ganesh Himal, Langtang, and the Gosainkund range.
Itinerary
Driver to Syabru Bensi (1460m). Overnight at teahouse lodge.
Check Available Dates
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| 01/03/2024 | 07/03/2024 | guaranteed | |||
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| 15/05/2024 | 21/05/2024 | guaranteed | |||
| 22/05/2024 | 28/05/2024 | guaranteed | |||
| 01/10/2023 | 07/10/2023 | guaranteed | |||
| 08/10/2023 | 14/10/2023 | guaranteed | |||
| 15/10/2023 | 21/10/2023 | guaranteed | |||
| 22/10/2023 | 29/10/2023 | guaranteed | |||
| 01/11/2023 | 07/11/2023 | guaranteed | |||
| 08/11/2023 | 14/11/2023 | guaranteed | |||
| 15/11/2023 | 21/11/2023 | guaranteed | |||
| 23/11/2023 | 29/11/2023 | guaranteed | |||
| 01/12/2023 | 07/12/2023 | guaranteed | |||
| 08/12/2023 | 13/12/2023 | guaranteed | |||
| 14/12/2023 | 20/12/2023 | guaranteed | |||
| 23/12/2023 | 29/12/2023 | guaranteed |
Cost Details
What's Included
- Pick up and drop transportation.
- 3 nights accommodation in tourist standard hotel in Kathmandu.
- All land transfer as per given itinerary.
- Sightseeing tour with experience local guide.
- National Park or Conservation entry permit fees.
- Accommodation:
- Tea house (twin sharing basis room)
- Meals (3 meals / B.L.D) while on the trek.
- Experienced English speaking guide / leader, necessary experienced local helpers.
- All program according to itinerary on full board.
- Wages, food, accommodation, equipment, insurance and other facilities to staffs.
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
- Personal expenses.
- Travel insurance.
- All expenses of personal nature..
- Bar bills and Beverage.
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
- Personal trekking equipment.
- Nepal visa.
- Tips for staff.
What to Expect
Accommodation:
We will be staying at 2/3 star hotel in Kathmandu, and in tea-houses during the trek. All rooms are on twin-shared basis. Single bedroom will be arranged on request and will cost additional. Fourteen Summit will arrange rooms with attached washrooms; however, tea-houses at some places only have shared washing and toilet facilities. Also note that single rooms are readily available in Kathmandu and in trekking regions at lower elevation but it might be difficult to find them at higher altitude.
Meals:
All meals will be provided during trekking (On demand, we can arrange only breakfast during the trek and trekkers can order lunch and dinner individually from the tea-house menu). In Kathmandu, breakfast will be available. There will also be welcome and farewell dinners taking place for guests. While on trek, we have breakfast and dinner in the tea-houses/lodges where we spend the night and lunch on our way to next destination. Authentic Nepalese, Tibetan, continental meals and Indian cuisine are common choices in the menu.
Physical Condition & Experience Requirements:
Tamang Heritage Trek is a easy trek. Travelers who can walk up to 4-5 hours a day on an uphill and downhill trail will consider this trip fulfilling and enjoyable. It is a good idea to prepare for the trek by jogging and exercising regularly at least for a month prior to the start. Trekking to the Tamang Heritage should be relatively easy for those who have experience in walking/trekking in high altitudes. Determination, good physical health, positive attitude and average physical fitness are good preconditions for a successful accomplishment of the trek. Participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood diseases should inform Fourteen Summit Trekking before booking the trek.
Best Time to Travel:
The best time for trekking to Tamang Heritage Trek is during spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November). The temperature is moderate and guarantees amazing views throughout the trip. Although this trek can be undertaken during winter, the cold temperature might not be suitable for everyone.
Equipment List
Fourteen Summit has compiled a list of necessary equipment, personal medical supplies and symptoms of medical condition likely to face during trekking / peak climbing. Also, please do understand that items listed below should be considered as an essential summary.
We highly recommend you to be familiar with all of your equipment and basic understanding of medical Conditions related to high elevation.
Your document to travel to Nepal:
Valid passport, 2 extra passport size photos, airline tickets
Separate photocopies of passport, visa form (easily obtained at Kathmandu airport)
Dollars in cash for purchasing Nepalese visa at Kathmandu airport
Credit cards, bank/ATM/cash machine cards for withdrawing funds from cash machines
Accessories:
Sleeping bag rated to zero degrees F
Headlamp with spare bulbs and batteries
Small pad or combination lock-to-lock trek bag
Basic First Aid Kit (see Health and Medicinal)
Large plastic bags – for keeping items dry inside trek bag
Daypack (approximately 2500 to 3000 cubic inches)
Water bottles
Toiletries
Small wash towel
Rain coat
Personal Clothing items
Head:
Sun hat or scarf
Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
Sunglasses with UV protection
Upper Body:
T-shirts
Weight thermal tops
Fleece jacket or pullover
Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional)
Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
Down vest and/or jacket (optional)
Hands:
Lightweight gloves
Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer
Lower Body:
Underwear
Hiking shorts
Lightweight cotton long pants
Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms
Fleece or wool pants
Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants
Feet:
Thick, warm wool hiking socks
Hiking boots with spare laces
Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals)
Personal Hygiene:
Personal hygiene supplies;
Two tubes lip sun cream, at least 1 large tube regular sun cream (min. factor 30), some after-sun lotion in case you do get a sunburn
One toothpaste/brush set;
One hand sanitizer gel
1 (fast drying) synthetic towel
Medical Supplies:
Personal prescription medications; Please let your leader know about any medical issues before the climb.
Small personal first-aid kit; (Simple and Light): first-aid tape, plasters (Band-Aids),alcohol-free wipes for cuts, personal medications, etc. (The leaders will have more extensive first-aid kits)
One skin blister repair kit
Anti-diarrhea pills (Imodium) (one regular package)
Anti-headache medication (Aspirin or Ibuprofen) (one regular package)
One small bottle cough and/or cold medicine.
One course antibiotics for chest infection, available locally at chemist shop or pharmacy with no doctor’s prescription.
One course antibiotics for stomach infection, available locally at chemist shop or pharmacy with no doctor’s prescription.
One small bottle anti-altitude sickness medication: Diamox (Acetylzolamide), available locally, for more about this medication, please contact us or your doctor
One small bottle of water purification tablets (needs to contain silver-ions AND chlorine) or a water filter or UV sterilizer.
Earplugs
Extra prescription glasses/contact lens. Contact lens wearers, please bring glasses in case of emergency.
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