Located about 120 km toward the north of Kathmandu near the Tibetan border, Langtang is One of the nearest trekking destinations from Kathmandu, Extending in an east-west direction, it is bordered on the north by the main crest of the Himalayas, dominated by Langtang Lirung (7,245 m), the highest peak in the area. To the south are the Chimse Danda (ridge), crossed by the Ganja La pass (5,122 m), and Jugal Himal, culminating in Dorje Lakpa (6,989 m)
The inhabitants of the Langtang Valley are thought to be descendants of Tibetans from Kerung are of the Tamang ethnic group but a marked influence of Tibetan culture and tradition is noticed in their lifestyle closely resembling that of most Tibetan villages, their culture goes back to hundreds of years, The craftsmanship, dress, traditionally built stone houses, and the beautifully carved wooden porches reflect their rich Himalayan heritage. They are mainly sheep and yak herders, but grow some hardy grains and vegetables. The daily life of the villagers includes raising livestock, agriculture, and trade with Kerung in Tibet. Wheat, maize, potato, soybean, and millet are their staple food. Partly protected as Langtang National Park, visit to the area gives Himalayan nature experience and an insight into the lifestyle and culture of the Tamangs who are predominant inhabitants of the region.
New trekking trail: Tamang Heritage Trail, offers yet another option and a peek at the Himalayan lifestyle and culture. The unexplored part of the Langtang National Park has recently been connected with Tamang Heritage Trail.
Statistics of Rasuwa (Langtang) region
District Area: 1544 sq km
Highest Peak: Langtang Lirung, 7245m
Population: 44731 (in 2001)
Ethnic groups: 64% Tamang (both Tamang and Tibetan speaking). Others include Brahmin, Gurung, Sherpa and Newars
Literacy: only 34% (female-24.5%; male-42.5%)
Weather: warm temperature climate up to 2000m; higher valleys north and northeast of Syabrubesi are in the rain shadow and comparatively dry. 2-3000m – cool temperature climate. Above 3000m – alpine humid climate; temperatures fall to sub-zero in winter months.
Economic occupations: 83% Agriculture Less than 5% in service sector
Access: By bus from KTM to Dhunche (8 hours) or Syabrubesi (9.5 hrs). Jeeps can also be hired for the journey.
Itinerary:
Day01: Arrival in Kathmandu, hotel installation (free in the evening)
Day02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu, visit swyambhunath, Buddhanath
Day03: Katmandu - Dunce - Syabru, Drive Kathmandu- Rasuwa via Trishuli, Nuwakot. (7hrs/ Overnight lodge)
Day04: Syabru - Goljung – Gatlang- Drive Syabru - Goljung - Gatlang. Experience the Tamang culture. See scenery from viewpoint. Village walk. See cultural show at Goljung or Gatlang (5hrs/ overnight at community lodge)
Day05: Gatlang – Tatopani- Trekking from Gatlang - Tatopani. Possibility to take hot bath at natural hot spring, Sightseeing of Langtang range, Ganesh Himal on the way. Experience of the Tamang culture (6hrs/ overnight at lodge)
Day06: Tatopani - Nagthali – Thuman- Trekking from Tatopani - Nagthali via Brindang. Animals like monkeys and deer can be seen on the way. Panoramic view can be seen over Langtang Mountain on the way. (5hrs/ overnight home stay)
Day07: Thuman - Timure - Rasuwagadhi – Timure- Trekking from Thuman to Timure and visit nearby historical Rasuwagadhi. Observe Tibeto-Burman Tamang culture on the two villages on the way (5hrs/ overnight lodge)
Day08: Timure – Briddim- Trekking from Timure - Briddim. Observe village life of Briddim. Watch cultural program shown by community members. Experience of home-stay and Tamang culture (5hrs/ overnight home stay)
Day09: Briddhim – Syabrubesi- Trekking from Briddim - Syabrubesi via Wangel. (4hrs/ overnight lodge)
Day10: Syabrubesi - Dhunche – Kathmandu (7 hrs / overnight hotel)
Day 11 & 12: Pokhara (mum’s garden Lodge)
Day 13 & 14: Chitwan Jungle and tharu village tours
Day 15: Back to Kathmandu
Day 16: Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Day 17: Departure
Per person cost: 725 EURO
Cost includes:
• 5 nights Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
• 2nights hotel accommodation in Pokhara
• All surface transfer by private vehicle
• National Park entry permit,
• Trekking permit (TIMS)
• Accommodation in lodges during the trek,
• Three meal a day, during trekking (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
• A guide & required number of porter(s)
• Insurance and security for local staff
• One Massage girl for whole trip
• Air ticket to trekking staff and Massage girl
• One day rafting trip in TRISHULI RIVER
• 3 nights in Chitwan, home stay and Jungle program including meals & accommodation, guide and transfer.
Cost not includes:
• Personal expenses
• Meals in Kathmandu
• Monument entry fee in Kathmandu
• Insurance
• Essential equipment.
• All alcoholic drinks
• Emergency evacuation by Helicopter,
• Alternative transportation in case of heavy rain, landslide, strike, road blockade etc