Tamang Heritage and Langtang Valley Trek

Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu, you will be greeted by our correspondent who will assist with your transfer to the hotel. Once checked in, we will arrange a pre-trip meeting where we will brief in short about the trek, answer any queries you have and meet your trekking guide as well. After the short brief, you can relax and spend rest of the day at your leisure. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Today we will drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi which takes about 5-6 hours’ drive. We will have breakfast in the morning, and then get ready to depart from the hotel.

We will leave hotel around 7 or 8 am in the morning and then drive north through beautiful hills to reach Syabrubesi, passing through the town called Dhunche (our trek ending point) on the way. Stay overnight at lodge in Syabru Besi.

Syabrubesi is a small town situated within Langtang National Park and gateway for Langtang Valley Trekking & Tamang Heritage Trail Trek. Nestled at 1460 meter, Syabrubesi is 95 kilometers from Kathmandu which can be reached within 5-6 hours. Syabru lies in the bottom of a hill and the banks of Trishuli river, white-water rafting river. It is possible to reach Syabrubesi via private vehicle (5-6 hours) or public bus (7-8 hours).

Today after having breakfast in the morning, prepare to trek towards Gatlang which takes about 5-6 hours of walking.

The trek begings with steady ascending trail for next 2.5 hours along the forested hills and passing through traditional Tamang settlements. Along the way, trekkers are treated to beautiful views of Ganesh Himal and the Langtang range. Also you get to meet local tamang people and community (one of the ethnic groups of Nepal). Gatlang is a charming village rich in Tamang culture, with distinctive stone houses and traditional hospitality. Overnight at a lodge in Gatlang.

Today after having breakfast prepare to trek towards Tatopani which takes about 6 hours of walking.

The trail starts with a desnceding downhill trial till Thangbuche, followed by a suspension bridge crossing, and then a long, steady uphill climb through terraced fields and forested ridges.

Today's trek day of Tamang Heritage trail offers amazing views of Ganesh Himal & Langtang ranges as well as you will pass through few small Tamang villages. After about 6 hours you will reach Tatopani. 

Tatopani, which means “hot water” in Nepali. Tatopani is known for its natural hot spring, and many people from around Nepal come here to take a bath, believing it can help heal skin problems. Trekkers can relax in the natural hot springs (though the original ones were affected by the 2015 earthquake and may be partially restored), making it a perfect spot to rest and rejuvenate after a long hike. Overnight at a lodge in Tatopani.

Today after having breakfast in the morning prepare to trek towards Thuman via Nagthali which takes about 6-7 hours of walking. 

Today's journey begings by climbing steady uphill trial for about 2.5 hours to Nagthali. Nagthali is a high ridge that offers one of the best panoramic views of Langtang range like: Paldor Peak, Ganesh Himal, Langtang range and even parts of the Tibetan plateau, if weather permits. This place was once a meditation retreat for Tibetan monks and still remains peaceful and spiritually rich.

After soaking in the views of Nagthali from the altitude of 3165 meters, start to descend back through the rhododendron and pine forests to reach the traditional Tamang village - Thuman, known for its friendly locals, ancient monasteries, and distinct Tibetan-influenced culture.Thuman is a large Tamang village where we can meet local people and learn about their culture and traditions. Overnight at a lodge in Thuman.

Today after having breakfast prepare to trek towards Briddhim which takes about 6 hours of walking.

Today's trail is mix of descending and ascendign trial along the beautiful forests, terraced fields, and quiet villages, offering intermittent views of the surrounding Himalayan landscape, including glimpses of Langtang Lirung on a clear day. The first 3 hours you have to walk through a narrow trail. Along the way, pass through a few Tamang and Sherpa villages and walk through corn fields. You will also cross the Bhotekoshi River on a suspension bridge. After crossing the river, you will reach Briddhim.

Briddhim, located on the lap of Langtang Himal, is a peaceful village known for its community-based homestay experiences, old monasteries, and warm Tamang hospitality. It’s an excellent place to unwind, reflect, and experience authentic mountain life before concluding or continuing your trekking journey. Overnight at a lodge in Briddhim.

The trail descends gently at first through rhododendron and pine forests, then gradually ascends as you approach Lama Hotel, a peaceful settlement nestled by the Langtang River. Along the way, you’ll pass traditional Tamang villages, suspension bridges, and have opportunities to spot local wildlife such as langur monkeys and various Himalayan bird species. Lama Hotel is an important base for trekkers exploring the Langtang Valley, offering comfortable teahouse accommodations and beautiful mountain views.

This day we will have breakfast in the morning and then get ready to trek towards the amazing Langtang Village which takes about 7-8 hours of walking.

Today we will be walking almost easy and straight trial. We will walk along the Oak and Rhododendron Forest in the beginning and walking straight for about 2-3 hours we will reach one of the beautiful destinations, Ghoratabela (3030 m). If we are hungry, we will have lunch here or we will rest for a while.

We will continue our trek and pass through amazing lanscpae and destination Thyangsyap (3140 m), Chaymki & Langtang Gompa before we reach Langtang Village. From Thangsep, it takes about 2 more hours to reach Langtang Village.

On the way we will pass through waterfalls, amazing landscape, forests and Local Tamang people. As we get close to Langtang Village we can also see the area affected by 2015’s earthquake. 

Langtang Village is one of the beautiful villages located inside Langtang National Park. From here we can see astonishing views of Langtang Lirung & Ganesh Himal. In Langtang village, there are also community health post, small markets, monastery and government schools. Stay overnight at Langtang Village.

If you do not want to sleep overnight in the village, then it is possible to sleep in next stop, Mundu village, on the way to Kyanjin Gompa. 

This day after having breakfast we will prepare to head towards the ultimate destination, Kyanjin Gompa which takes about 3 hours of walking.

Today we will have to walk comparatively shorter route and, on the way, you will be mesmerized by the amazing views of Langtang range, including Naya Khang, Ganjala Himal, and Langtang Lirung.

On the way to Kyanjin Gompa, you can see Buddhist artifacts like: Chortens, Buddhist inscriptions carved in the rocks, prayer flags and Mani walls. Also, you can see yak gazing in the pasture and just before reaching Kyanjin Gompa there is watermills near monastery, where you can explore for a while.

Kyanjin Gompa is named after the monastery named Kyanjin Monastery, a small and important gompa of Langtang Region. Here in Kyanjin Gompa we can also explore Yala Cheese Factory which is one of the major attractions for tourists. This Cheese Factory was establied in 1952 with the assistance of Swiss.

From Kyanjin Gompa, it is possible to hike to Kyajin Ri which takes about 3.5 hours and Tserko Ri which takes about 6-7 hours hike. If weather permits, then travellers can hike to Kyajin Ri (4773 m) on the same day for sunset view and hike to Tserko Ri on next day.

You can hike to Kyanjin Ri (4773 m) in the early morning for sunrise view which takes about 2.5 hours of hike uphill and about 1 hour to descend back. Upon reaching top of Kyanjun Ri we can see the glaciers of Langtang Lirung and the amazing views of Langtang Range, Langtang Ri (6370 m), Langtang Lirung (7245 m), Yala Peak (5520 m), Ganjala Peak, Dorje Lakpa (6966 m) and so on. After descending back to lodge, we will have breakfast and then rest for a while and then explore around Kyanjin Gompa. 

It is possible to hike to Tserko Ri (4985 m) for breathtaking panoramic view of the Langtang Himalayan Range. After the hike, you’ll return to Kyanjin Gompa and stay overnight at lodge.

Today you will bid farewell to Kyanjin Gompa and return back with beautiful memories of Langtang you descend back to Lama Hotel through the same trial which takes about 7-8 hours of walk.

On the way you will have lunch in Ghoda Tabela and rest for a while. Again, we descend back to Lama Hotel.

This day we trek downhill to Lama hotel, which takes about 5 or 6 hours. We’ll stop for lunch at Ghoda Tabela, then continue the steep descent to Lama Hotel. Stay overnight at lodge in Lama Hotel.

This day after having breakfast in the lodge we prepare to descend back to Thulo Syabru which takes about 6 hours of walk.

The trail starts off flat and easy as we pass through terraced fields and green hills to reach Sherpagaon (2500 m). After that, the path goes up and down until we reach Bhanjyang village. From here, we get stunning panoramic views of Ganesh Himal, Kerung Peak (in Tibet), and other nearby mountains. Then the trail descends steeply downhill until we reach Thulo Syabru. Stay overnight at lodge in Thulo Syabru.

Upon reaching Dunche, we will rest for a while then return back to Kathmandu which takes about 5 hours of drive. We will have lunch on the way to Kathmandu. Stay overnight at hotel.

Enjoy your last day in Kathmandu before departure. At your scheduled departure time, our correspondent will pick you up from the hotel, transfer you to the airport, and bid you farewell with warm hearts.