Gomukh Tapovan

The Gomukh Tapovan Trek is challenging but rewarding in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand, India. It is one of India’s most iconic Himalayan treks, famous for its spiritual significance, glacier landscapes and close-up views of Mt. Shivling. This trek combines natural beauty with spiritual significance. The journey starts from Gangotri and leads to Gomukh Glacier, which is the source of the Ganges River. It then ascends to the high altitude meadows of Tapovan, offering panoramic views of peaks like Mt. Shivling. The trek takes almost 8 days and requires physical fitness due to varied and difficult terrain, including rocky paths, moraines, glaciers and steep climbs. The weather is unpredictable with temperatures ranging from 8-15 degrees Celsius during the day to below freezing point at night. Sudden changes, including rain and snowfall, are also common. The trek is not possible in winter as Gangotri National Park is closed and high altitude areas freeze. The trek is considered a spiritual journey to the source of the holy Ganges River.

Short:

Day1: Drive from Dehradun to Gangotri (250km)

 Day2: Acclimatisation Day at Gangotri (10,200Ft)

Day3: Trek from Gangotri to Bhojwasa (12,500Ft/14km)

Day4: Trek from Bhojwasa to Tapovan (14,600Ft/ 8km)

Day 5: Trek from Tapovan to Bhojwasa via Gaumukh(13,200Ft / 9km)

Day6 : Trek from Bhojwasa to Gangotri (14km)

Day7: Drive from Gangotri to Dehradun (250km) 

 INR14900+ GST (Dehradun-Dehradun)

Add-ons:

Transport: INR 2500/Person

Off Loads: INR 3500/Person

Insurance: INR300 /Person

Booking policy:

INR 3000 (non-refundable)

30 days before the trip, 50 % of the total value is to be paid.

Remaining Payment 10 days before DOJ 

Experienced Trek Guide & Leader

Safety Equipment: First Aid Kit & Portable Oxygen Cylinder

Homestay (With 2 or 3 people sharing basis)

Delicious Food during the Trek (Veg & Egg)

Three times meals in a day during trek (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

All necessary Permits & Entry Fees

Transfer cost to Base Camp ( 2500 INR approx.  Per person typically applies for a group of 10 & may vary with fewer people.

Any kind of personal expenses

Foods are not included while in transit.

Any Medical Evacuation

Porter to carry personal luggage

Offloading Charge: Rs. 3500 (Per Bag)... Weight should be under 10 Kg

Cancelled 21-30 days before Journey –Full refund (Except initial booking fees of Inr 3000, which can be used as future credit till one year from the date of actual booking)

Note: Applies to those who have paid 50% of the trek cost 30 days before DOJ, or else initial booking fees of INR3000 remain  non- refundable in all other scenarios.

Cancelled between 14-20 Days before Journey -10% of the total amount remains as non- refundable, Booking fees of INR3000  apply as future credit, rest is refunded to the client.

Cancelled between 8-14 days of the actual journey –25% of the total trek package cost remains non-refundable, the remaining will be issued as a future credit valid for 1 year

0-7 Days Prior: 50% is non-refundable, rest 50% as a future credit of the total package amount. (This applies to clients paying the full amount within the due date)

Non-appearance on the trek starting day: No refund.

Note: Future credit is for 1 year from the date of actual booking till the same date and month in the next year & can be switched with any desired destination as offered by TripstoTrek.com

We highly recommend that you purchase Insurance to cover your Trip.

FAQs

1) Do I need previous trek experience for Gomukh Tapovan?
2) Is there a chance of altitude sickness Gomukh Tapovan?
3) Do I require sleeping bags during Gomukh Tapovan trek?
4) Do we need travel and medical insurance for Gomukh Tapovan trek?
5) What permits are required for Gomukh Tapovan trek?
6) Is it safe for seniors to do Gomukh Tapovan trek?
7) Do I need to carry drinking water in Gomukh Tapovan trek?
8) What do we carry in Gomukh Tapovan trek?
9) How to reach Gangotri, the base camp for Gomukh Tapovan ?
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Trek Type: Regional Trekking
Difficulty: Moderate
Season: Summer,Autumn
Duration: 5-7 Days / 25 KM
Best Time: March-May
Basecamp: Gangotri
Altitude: 14203 Ft
Region: Gangotri, Uttarakhand, India
Cost: ₹ 14,900

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