Overview
Tamang Heritage, Langtang Gosaikunda Trek is the nearest Himalayan trekking region from the Kathmandu Valley. This trek is a fantastic trip that combines three hiking trails as Tamang Heritage, Langtang Valley Trek and Gosaikunda Trek.
We travel via Trishuli Bazaar and Dhunche to Syabrubesi, a Tamang village on the edge of the Langtang National Park, following the Trishuli River north of Kathmandu. We then turn east into the Langtang Valley, crossing the river several times as we ascend along the valley’s gorge-like lower section.
We pass through oak and rhododendron forests and even cross glacial moraine on our way to the Tamang village of Langtang. We start our trek from Syabrubesi starts as usual with bus drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubeshi.
The walking in the trail from Syabrubesi takes you to the beautiful villages of mostly Tamang origin of people. Gatlang, Tatopani, Briddan and Thuman offer a unique hospitality and showcase the traditional lifestyle of their society. The festivals, livelihood, and culture of this tribal community can be experienced authentically by staying in their homes or lodges run by these people.
Once we spent time with these people you will trek towards Lama Hotel and follow the route of the Langtang Trek. The trekking towards Kyanjin Gompa passing by the village of Ghoda Tabela, Langtang Valley and Mundu. The stunning panoramic views of mountains such as Langtang, Lirung, Tserko Ri, and Langtang glacier and others, could be breathtaking.
The route then returns back to Lama Hotel and passing by the Thulosyabru and Lauribina-yak pass, once you have captured the magnificent view of the lake as well as the surrounding landscapes the trek follows towards the Helambu area, which is situated near the Tibet boarder, there are many things to capture all along the way from beginning to the end of this trek.
Despite its remoteness, it has many natural wonders to offer, like the beauty of the oak, rhododendron, and bamboo forests, a clear view of the snowy peaks, the unique culture and traditions of the people who living in this area, beautiful faunas and Gosaikunda Lake.
The Tamang Heritage and Langtang Gosaikunda Trek is the perfect combination of natural, cultural, geographical and biological beauties. For those who want to trek this off the beaten track and see something completely different from many of the more touristy areas in the country, this is a perfect trek.