Tamang heritage trail offers a real Tibetan culture in Nepal. The ethnic inhabitants of Tamang people live in this region. Most of the people who live in Tamang Heritage is of Tibet origin. So their traditions and cultures are somewhat similar to Tibetan people. They changed their ethnicity into Tamang because Nepal Government would not provide citizenship to Tibetan people. Tamang heritage trail is a newly opened trekking route.

During the whole trip, you will be rewarded with marvelous snow-capped mountain views, daily lifestyle of Tamang as well as colorful and painted Buddhist monasteries. The trek starts from Syabrubeshi ,a traditional Himalayan village. We drive from Kathmandu and reach Syabrubeshi within 8-9 hours. All the while we will be rewarded with hilly villages and the greenery of Sal trees.

Itinerary

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Accessories

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Day 1 :

Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubeshi

Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubeshi (1,550m) by bus
9 hours

Day 2 :

Trek from Syabrubeshi to Gatlang

Trek from Syabrubeshi to Gatlang (2,200m) Trek.
6 hours

Day 3 :

Trek from Gatlang to Tatopani

Trek from Gatlang to Tatopani (2607m) Trek.
7 hours.

Day 4 :

Trek from Tatopani to Thuman

Trek from Tatopani to Thuman (2,400m).
6 hours.

Day 5 :

Trek from Thuman to Briddim

Trek from Thuman to Briddim (2,345m).
6 hours.

Day 6 :

Trek from Briddim to Syabrubesi

Trek from Briddim to Syabrubesi (1550m).
5 hours.

Day 7 :

Drive Syabrubesi to Kathmandu

Drive Syabrubesi to Kathmandu
8 hours.

Trekking Equipment list:

The following equipment lists are suggested and essential for both camp & teahouse treks in the Himalayas. Make use of this list as a guideline; some of the equipment can be hired in Katmandu as well. Besides, keep in mind trekking gear can be bought in the many adventure shops in Katmandu Thamel.

Luggage:

1 large duffel bag: This will carry all your personal gear on the trek. It should be strong and durable. The best size would be around 30″ x 14″, with a full-length zipper and handles.
1 small padlock: Your duffel bag should be locked.
1 rucksack or day pack: This should accommodate a sweater, rain gear, water bottle, camera and accessories and any miscellaneous items you want to have during the day. We recommend a pack with at least 1450cu. In capacity, or smaller if you are not carrying a large amount of camera equipment.
1 small duffel bag or suitcase: Items not needed on the trek can be left at the hotel in Kathmandu. This bag should also have a lock. Be sure to leave room for purchases, or buy one in Kathmandu they have many good quality ones available.

Head and Face Gear:

Sunhat
A Bandana
Sunglasses
Warm hat
Sunscreen with a very high SPF factor
Lip balm with a high SPF factor

Hands:

Lightweight gloves
Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer

Inner Clothing:

T-shirts
Thermal underwear- Top and bottom. Synthetic is best
Underwear
2 Long shorts
2 Trousers- (loose and comfortable) One thin, one thick and warm

Outer Clothing:

Down Jacket
Fleece Jacket (or a windproof jacket)
Waterproof jacket with a hood (or a poncho)
Waterproof pants
Baggy pants
2 pairs of gloves/mittens (1 thin and 1 thick)
1 sweater to be worn under the fleece jacket

Footwear:

Light weight walking boots- Quality boots (leather is recommended)
Spare laces
2 pairs of thick woolen socks.
2 pairs of thin socks to be worn under the woolen socks
One pair of sandals or comfortable shoes for camp

Drinking Equipment:

1 thermos- Water tends to freeze in ‘normal’ water bottles at high altitude temperatures.
2 one-liter water bottles
Purification equipment- Boiled drinking water will be provided but further purification with iodine or purification tablets is highly recommended.

Sleeping and Carrying Equipment:

30-40 liter daypack
Rucksack- Without aluminum support
Water Proof Bag- A water proof bag to cover the rucksack
Sleeping Bag- Please brings a bag that can resist temperatures as low as -15 degrees Celsius.

Optional Extras/Luxuries