Overview
- Duration: 07 Days
- Max Altitude: 4,463 m | 14,642 feet
- Trek Level: Moderate
- Trek Distance: 46 km
- Best Season: May to June & September to October
- Destination: Uttarakhand
 About Gangotri Gomukh Tapovan Trek
If you indulge yourself in Gangotri Gomukh Tapovan Trek then you will behold Mt Shivling, One Of the most beautiful mountains of India. Also, the Bhagirathi Sisters adds more magnificence to the landscape of Gangotri Tapovan Trekking trail. The most fascinating fact about this awesome trek is that it starts with more gorgeous views and thrill but ends in serene spiritual vistas of Gangotri Dham. Devotees from all across the globe visit Gangotri Dham, it is one of the major Hindu pilgrimage sites of Char Dham.
On this trek you will come across beautiful vistas of Gangotri National Park, Great Himalayan Peaks, the scenic Gaumukh glacier, alluring sunset and sunrise views from the mountains. The night camping experience will elevate the thrill of this trek to another level. Indeed, it is one of the best treks to do in Uttarakhand.
Highlights of Gangotri Gomukh Tapovan TrekÂ
- Stunning views of Mt Shivling and Bhagirathi Sisters
- Wildlife of Gangotri National Park
- Mesmerizing Gangotri Glacier
- Alluring sunset views from the mountains
- Gangotri Dham – Pious Hindu Pilgrimage Destination
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Included/Excluded
- Transport support from Dehradun to Gangotri & back.
- Accommodation on twin sharing in Guest House & tent as per itinerary.
- All meals from Day 01 – Dinner to Day 07 – Breakfast.
- Camping equipments like dome tent, kitchen tent, dining tent, toilet tent, carry mat, stool, table, etc.
- Professional trekking guide, cook and support staff
- Mules/Pony to carry camping equipments like ration, vegetable, & tents.
- Camping & Forest entry fees
- Trekking Permit
- Accommodation in Dehradun.
- En-route or any other meals not mention in inclusions.
- Personal expenses such as alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, telephone calls, tips & gratuities, laundry etc.
- Any kind of Insurance.
- Cost arising due to unforeseen incidents like bad weather, medical evacuation, road blocks, etc.
- Mules/Pony charge to carry personal luggage at additional cost of INR. 300 per day (01 bag per person up to 10 kgs).
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions.
- GST 5% applicable extra.
Day 01: Dehradun – Gangotri
Drive: 237 km / 08-09 hrs Altitude: 3,048 m – Gangotri
- Morning meet in Dehradun and drive to Gangotri.
- Drive through many famous hill stations of Garhwal Himalaya Region – Mussoorie, Dhanaulti & Chamba.
- Enjoy the beautiful views en-route and reach Uttarkashi – a holy city situated at bank of river Bhagirathi.
- Continue drive through Harshil along with the river.
- Reach Gangotri by the evening and enjoy the Ganga Aarti.
- Dinner & overnight stay in guest house.
Day 02: Gangotri – Bhojbasa
Trek: 14 km / 06-07 hrs    Altitude: 3,775 m – Bhojbasa
- Wake up early in the morning and have breakfast.
- On this day, start trek from Gangotri to Bhojbasa via Chirbasa.
- The trail passes through a lush forest along the Bhagirathi River.
- One can easily spot majestic Sudarshan Parbat (6,507m) throughout the trek.
- Reach Bhojbasa by the evening and enjoy the perfect sunset on Bhagirathi group of peaks.
- Dinner & overnight stay in tent.
Day 03: Bhojbasa – Gomukh – Tapovan
Trek: 09 km / 05-06 hrs              Altitude: 3,890 m – Gomukh & 4,463 m – Tapovan
- Early morning enjoy the panoramic views for Bhagirathi Group of Peaks.
- After breakfast, start the day by heading up towards Gomukh – the sources of the Ganges.
- Explore the area and continue steep climb up to Tapovan – one of the finest high-altitude meadows below Mt. Shivling.
- The trail from Gomukh to Tapovan takes you through rugged glacial moraines and the stunning Gangotri glacier.
- Reach Tapovan by the evening & have rest.
- Dinner & overnight stay in tent.
Day 04: Tapovan: Rest & Acclimatize
- The day free for acclimatize & relax.
- The panoramic view from the Tapovan campsite are always breathtaking.
- Shivling (6,543m) to the right and Meru (6,660m) to the right of Shivling.
- A little behind on the left side of Shivling is Sumeru (6,350m).
- Bhagirathi Peaks – I, II, III (6,856m) and Sudarshan Parbat (6,507m) to the left.
- One can visit Meru Glacier and return to campsite.
- Dinner & overnight stay in tent.
Day 05: Tapovan – Bhojbasa
Trek: 09 km / 04 hrs                   Altitude: 3,775 m – Bhojbasa
- Wake up early and enjoy the sunrise on high peaks.
- After breakfast trek dwon to Bhojbhasa.
- Evening free for leisure.
- Dinner & overnight stay in tent.
Day 06: Bhojbasa – Gangotri
Trek: 14 km / 04-05 hrs    Altitude: 3,048 m – Gangotri
- Today after breakfast, head back to Gangotri.
- Gradually descend and quite smooth trek.
- Dinner & overnight stay in guest house.
Day 07: Gangotri – Dehradun
Drive: 237 km / 08-09 hrs
- Today after breakfast, drive back to Dehradun.
- Drop at Dehradun railway station for your journey back home.
Trip & Service End.