Gaumukh Trek
Brief Description
Gaumukh is the second-largest glacier of India with 30 kms in length and 4 kms in width.and first one being Siachen. The Himalayan peaks visible during this trek are Shivling. Sudarshan, Bhagirathi sisters, Kharchkund and more.
The trail to Gaumukh is open for trekkers and pilgrims from May to October. Gangotri National Park remains closed during winters. as it is prone to heavy snowfall.
Visit the Gangotri Temple is a key attraction of this trek. It is one of the sacred Char Dham of Uttarakhand. Gangotri is the place from where Bhagirathi River descends. Situated at an altitude of 3,048 mts above sea level, Gangotri acts as the base camp of the trek to Gaumukh Glacier.
About Rive Ganga (Ganges)
Ganga is a sacred river which nurtures entire North India. Bhagirathi River is the most important tributary of Ganga. Gaumukh Glacier is the source of Bhagirathi River. which is also referred to as Ganga before its confluence. With Alaknanda River at Devprayag Enjoy camping at a high summit and the clear might. Sky under the billions of start also enjoy a small bonfire with your Friends. Get a chance to witness the rare flora and fauna of this region as you continue your trek Catch the glimpses. of magni ficent Bhagirthi peakes form Chirbasa. Also visible in the distance is the mout of the Gaumukh glacier. During your trek you will also trek through choto Jhandidar and bada Jhandidar. The snow capped mountain and the distance valleys. will definitely make you wish to come back hear once- again Trek to bhojwasa. which is studcled with trees and is mostly barren and often compared to the arctic tundra. Reegion also get a chance to visit kriti and meri glacier during your trek.
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What’s Included
Inclusions
- Accommodation. (Guest house, Camping).
- Meals while on trek (Veg).
- All necessary permits and entry fees to Uttarkashi .
- First aid medical kits ,stretcher and oxygen cylinder.
- Trek equipments: Sleeping bag, mattress, tent, toilet tent , utensils.
- Mountaineering qualified & professional trek Leader, guide, cook and Support staff.
- Transport form Rishikesh / Dehradun and return.
- Mules to carry the central luggage.
Exclusions
- Any kind of personal expenses.
- Food during the transit.
- Insurance.
- Mules or porter to carry personal luggage.
- Anything not specifically mentioned under the head.
- Any kind of emergency evacuation charges.
Itinerary
Day ( 1 ) Rishikesh to Uttarkashi ( Drive 168 km / 6 hrs / 1,158 mtr )
EXPLORE TO UTTARKASHI
- Get drive Rishikesh to Uttarkashi 168 Km 6 hours.
- Explore Vishwanath Temple.
- Overnight stay in hotel.
Day ( 2 ) Uttarkashi to Gangotri ( Drive 100 Km / 5.6 hrs / 3,048 mtr )
VISIT GANGOTRI TEMPLE
- Get drive Uttarkashi to Gangotri 100 Km 4-5 hours.
- Gangotri is one of the from Char Dhams of Uttarakhand.
- Overnight stay in Gangotri Hotel.
Day ( 3 ) Gangotri to Bhojbasa ( 14 km /4.5 hrs / 3,768 mtr )
THE TREKKING TRAIL
- Today we start our trek from Gangotri and make our way to Bhojwasa Campsit
- Overnight stay in tents.
Day ( 4 ) Bhojwasa to Gaumukh ( 4 km / 2.3 hrs / 4,048 mtr )
BACK TO BHOJWASA
- Enjoy the panoramic view of the peaks of the Bhagirathi group in the early morning.
And after breakfast, we walk to Gaumukh (4,048 m), the source of the Ganges. And after taking darsan and bath there, you will come back from Bhojwasa. - Overnight stay in tents.
Day ( 5 ) Bhojwasa to Gangotri / Uttarkashi ( 14 km / 4 hrs / 3,048 mtr )
DESCEND
- Bhojwasa to Gangotri 14 km trek.
- Same day drive to Uttarkashi 100 km 5 hrs.
- Overnight stay in hotel.
Day ( 6 ) Uttarkashi to Rishikesh / Dehradun ( Drive 168 km )
DEPARTURE DAY
- Uttarkashi to Rishikesh drive 168 km.
- Departure day.
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