Well known as the trekking to the source of holy river Ganga, this Gaumukh Tapovan trek is one of the most famous trek of India and a dream for many youth in India and abroad. Book your Gaumukh Tapovan trek with Manchala Mushafir for best services at affordable pricing.
Price : INR 16,500 + 5% GST EXTRA
Let's plan for one of the most revered trekking destinations i.e. Gaumukh Tapovan trek package. Per person cost of this package will be Rs 16,500 + 5% GST for an 8 days and 7 night trip. This package is designed perfectly to cater all your trekking needs. It will include transportation in tempo traveller, mountaineering expert guide with vast experience, meals (Breakfast, lunch, evening snacks and dinner), all trekking and camping permits, stays (in alpine camps) etc.
In this package we provide pickup from Haridwar, Rishikesh, Dehradun and Delhi. All those who are joining us from New Delhi can opt for Volvo a/c semi sleeper or sleeper buses. You can book your Gaumukh tapovan trek package online, directly from our website.
We also provide customisation in our package, so if you have any special requirement, or want to cover some more destinations or just don't want to travel with strangers, then you can contact our customer care executive to get your package customised as per your requirement. We have also provided the option to customize your trip, from where you can get your package customised to your own and can book a package which best suits your need.
Drive Distance:237 Kms | Drive Duration:9 to 10 Hours | Night Stay: Gangotri | Meals: Dinner
Trek Distance: 9 Kms | Trek Duration:6 to 7 Hours | Trek Starting Point: Gangotri | Night Stay: Chirbasa Camp | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Snacks and Dinner
Trek Distance: 5 Kms | Trek Duration:5 to 6 Hours | Trek Starting Point: Chirbasa | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Snacks and Dinner
Trek Distance: 14 Kms | Trek Duration:8 to 9 Hours | Trek Starting Point: Bhojwasa | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Snacks and Dinner
Trek Distance: 0 Kms | Trek Duration:0 Hours | Trek Starting Point: Rest Day | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Snacks and Dinner
Trek Distance: 11 Kms | Trek Duration:6 to 7 Hours | Trek Starting Point: Tapovan | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Snacks and Dinner
Trek Distance: 9 Kms | Trek Duration:5 to 6 Hours | Trek Starting Point: Chirbasa Camp | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Snacks and Dinner
Trek Distance: 240 Kms | Trek Duration:8 to 9 Hours | Trek Starting Point: Gangotri | Meals: Breakfast
The maximum altitude we are going to gain in Gaumukh Tapovan Trek is 14650 feet above the sea level in a span of 3 days of trekking. So it's important to pack all the necessary items in your bagpack special the woolen and trekking clothes. But challenge here is that you need to carry all your luggage on your own. So you can't overpack your luggage. Here is a list of some of the essentials you need while on trek. You can refer this checklist while packing your bags for this trek
Bagpack: Gaumukh tapovan is a lengthy trek with total trekking distance of about 40 kms. On this trek we are going to trek for almost 5 days. So you need to carry a proper bagpack with luggage carrying capacity of 40 to 50 litres. Ensure that this bagpack should be comfortable, waterproof and lightweight. Prefer to take a bagpack with wide shoulder strip and hip belt to distribute the weight properly.
Trekking Shoes: Trekking is going to be on tough terrain with rocky path all along the trek. So trekking shoe is another essentials to pack for Gaumukh Tapovan trek. Take a waterproof trekking shoe of good quality with high ankle which can provide steady support to the ankle and excellent grip which can protect you from slipping down on slippery ground. Also, ensure that size should be perfect which suit your feet for comfortable and confident trekking.
Trekking Jacket and Paint: For comfortable trekking ensure carrying trekking Jacket and Paint with you. Ensure it to be in good company with quality to protect you even in the chilling cold and have breathability.
Poncho: It's one of the most important things to carry on Gomukh Tapovan trek as you may face rain in most parts of the trek. Ensure caring a good quality of Poncho which can protect you even from heavy rain.
Hand Gloves: It is also one of the most essential items to carry on Gaumukh Tapovan trek. Ensure caring light weight, waterproof, breathable gloves with excellent grip. It will protect you from the chilling cold and will also provide the best gripping during the trek.
Water Bottle: One of the most important things to carry on this trek or in fact on all treks is a water bottle of capacity not less than 1ltrs. You can also carry two water bottles of 500 ml each. Keep seeping water at regular intervals to keep yourself hydrated during the trek.
Personal use toiletries: Don't forget to carry personal use toiletries with you on the trek for personal hygiene. Some of the most important items in this are tooth brush, paste, toilet pager, hand sanitiser, hand wash etc.
Other Essentials: You should also carry some other essentials like Power bank, dry fruits, personal care items like lip balm, sunscreen, moisturisers, sunglass, trekking hat etc.
Gaumukh Tapovan Trek Group Package Cost
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The Gangotri Tapovan Trek is a high-altitude trek that takes you to the heart of the Garhwal Himalayas. It’s a trek that attracts both seasoned trekkers and spiritual seekers, as it takes you to the source of the Ganges River, a revered and sacred spot in Hinduism.
The trek is quite challenging yet incredibly rewarding. While it is physically demanding, the stunning views and the sense of achievement at reaching Tapovan make it all worthwhile. You’ll be walking amidst awe-inspiring glaciers, lush meadows, and rugged mountains, with the holy Gaumukh Glacier and Shivling Peak as your companion.
If I talk about the Gangotri Gaumukh Tapovan trek it’s a beautiful trek in the heart of Himalayan located in Uttarakhand it’s not just a trek but also a combination of natural beauty, adventure, and spirituality that allows you to connect yourself with the unforgettable beauty of mountains and the peaceful environment. If I talk about the highlights of the Gangotri Tapovan trek here is the list.
The Gangotri Tapovan trek starts from the Gangotri Temple which is one of the Char Dham Yatra destinations and ends at Tapovan which is a beautiful pasture region at the base of some massive mountains. The trek passes through forests, cliffs, and lush alpine pastures to offer you both the scenic and the archaeological viewpoint.
Beginning from the temple of Gangotri at which the goddess Ganga is worshipped the yatra proceeds towards Gaumukh Glacier which is the source of the Ganga river. This glacier is recognized with respect as it comes in the middle of the trekking session. From there, you move to Tapovan which is a quiet pasture land located in the background of peaks like Shivling and Bhagirathi.
You’ll cross meadows, blooming flowers, and huge oaks and rhododendrons if you are doing the tour in spring. The journey is quite easy but some trails are filled with pebbles and rocks. The quiet peaceful environment surrounded by very beautiful scenery makes up for this trek. Underlying tourist attraction information of Tapovan it has beautiful Himalayan views; and a serene environment to rejuvenate and be at one with nature.
The Gangotri Tapovan Trek is the perfect start, as it exposes the trekker to scenic terrains from a layman’s point of reference while fulfilling their pilgrimage undertaking towards the goddess Ganga.
Gangotri Tapovan Trek is difficult to moderate, this makes it the right trek for those with previous trekking experience but not ideal for first-timers. This means it requires many kilometers of continuous trekking; on some day of trekking you may need to cover 8-12 kms of trekking distance. There are different routes, rouged and steardy with steep slope through which you have to pass, this makes it a bit more complicated.
Note that the paths are also irregular and involve the use of more balance as one proceeds forward. At times in certain months, namely early summer or autumn on the trail, you are also likely to meet snow patches which make the walk even more challenging.
These places full of snow can be dangerous especially when there is a trek that makes it slippery in some areas. During this hike, the groups reach greater heights with reduced atmospheric pressure and you may experience altitude sickness in the edge of the mountain
Effects such as dizziness, headache, and shortness of breath may result from the failure of the body to adapt to a reduction in oxygen level. It helps to use the body’s energy at the right amount so that it can rest and adjust to the changes in altitude while trekking. Also one must ensure that they take a lot of water with them.
In totality, the Gangotri Tapovan trek demands decent physical and mental health and an acceptable aptitude for handling different types of terrains. In this way, people, who are in good physical shape, carrying all necessary equipment, and being ready to acclimatize to the high altitude will be able to appreciate this stunning but challenging trek.
The Gangotri Tapovan Trek takes you to the highest point Tapovan, which is 4,500 meters (14,764 feet) above sea level. Tapovan is a beautiful grassy area surrounded by tall mountains. From here, you can see amazing views of the Shivling and Bhagirathi peaks. Reaching this height is a big achievement because you’ll be walking through high mountains and will feel proud of what you’ve done.
The trek starts at Gangotri, which is at a lower height of 3,150 meters (10,335 feet) above sea level. Gangotri is a sacred place and is where many people begin their journey to the Gaumukh Glacier and Tapovan. Since Gangotri is lower, it’s easier to start the trek here. But as you go higher towards Tapovan, the air gets thinner, so you need to give your body time to adjust to avoid feeling sick from the height
The distance from Gangotri to Tapovan is around 20 kilometers. The Gangotri Tapovan Trek all together is about forty kilometers to be covered on foot. The trek begins at Gangotri which is the base point of the Tapovan trek. From Gangotri, you have to trek 18 km to reach Gaumukh Glacier. It’s important because this is the source of the Ganga River and it is very important for the trekkers to take some time here and see something of great importance.
Just like what has been mentioned earlier, you will reach Gaumukh when you have gone through a trek of 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) more, and you will be able to tap the popular area of Tapovan. Tapovan is, in fact, a charming grassland that lies at the base of some high mountains like the Shivling. Once you are in Tapovan you will spend some time strolling in the region before proceeding back.
The total distance covering the trek can be done in 4-5 days depending on the time spent in one or the other. The number of stops in one day can also be different, and the distance between each stop itself can have a larger or a smaller distance than the others. This means that you walk through the forests, rocks, and alpine meadows hence the beauty of the journey requires preparation for different grounds.
Well after reaching Gaumukh you can continue your trekking for Tapovan the distance between Gaumukh to Tapovan is just 4 meters after reaching Tapovan you can spend some quality time and enjoy the view of Tapovan.
Trekking to Gaumukh and Tapovan will remain accessible from May to October. But the best time to visit here is in the month of May to June and September to October. It's recommended to avoid this region in the month of July and August as during this time, this region experiences heavy rainfall creating a danger of landslide, flood, road blockage, cloud burst etc. In the month of July and August due to heavy rainfall, trekking route will be slippery, making this trek even more challenging.
May to June is the most favourable time to go on Gaumukh Tapovan trek as weather during this time is ideal for trekking. Temperature during daytime may vary between 20 degree Celsius to 10 degree Celsius and at night time it may drop to negative but it would be bearable. You can also expect the minimum precipitation during this time making it an idle time for trekking.
Clear sky and pleasant weather of this region makes September and October the other most favourite time for Gaumukh tapovan trek in this region. The valley will get decorated with beautiful wild flowers and you may experience the pre winter snowfall making it an even more enjoyable. Clear view of Mt. Shivling and Bhagirathi will be an eye candy for the trekkers.
Weather at Gaumukh Tapovan will vary greatly with the time. During Summer season you will experience a mild temperature with clear sky and beautiful views, but winter season could be more harsh with temperature dropping to -15 degree Celsius and heavy snowfall.
During monsoon season weather could be pleasant, but the heavy rainfall causing a danger of landslides and slippery ground makes it one of the most non-favourable season to trek.
At Gaumukh Tapovan trek the temperature will vary between 20 degree Celsius to 10 degree Celsius and at night time it may fall - 3 degree Celsius. The rainfall will be minimal during this time making it an idle time to trek.
During monsoon season, the temperature during day time in this region will vary between 15 degree Celsius to 8 degree Celsius while at night time it may fall to - 5 degree Celsius. This region will experience heavy rainfall making the ground slippery and trek even more challenging.
The weather during winter season will be very harsh with content snowfall making this region difficult to navigate. The temperature may fall to -15 degree Celsius during night time with day temperature ranging between -3 degree Celsius to 5 degree Celsius.
Gaumukh Tapovan is moderate to difficult level of trek with extensive trekking of 8 to 10 kms on steep and rocky path on daily basis. You need to carry your luggage on your own, so you need to be physically fit so that you can enjoy this trek to the falls. Here are few tips which you can follow and train yourself so that you can enjoy the trek to the fullest.
Last motorable road for this trek is till Gangotri. From Gangotri, our trek will start. Below is the method on how to reach Gangotri by Air, train or road. Read below to know more about it.
The nearest airport to Gangotri is Jolly Grant airport which is also known as Dehradun airport. It is a small airport located in the lap of Himalaya. But almost all the major companies like Indigo, Air India, Spicejet etc. have regular flights from all the major cities. If you don't get any direct flight from this airport then you can also take a brake journey to IGI (Indira Gandhi International) airport in New Delhi. From where you can take a connecting flightflight for Dehradun or continue your remaining journey by road.
The nearest railway station to Gangotri town is a Dehradun railway station which is located at a distance of 237 kms from this town. From there you can continue your journey by road. If you don't get a direct train to Dehradun from your home town, then you can also try for Haridwar, Rishikesh or Roorkee. All these cities are sister cities and are located in close vicinity to each other.
Road is the only mode to reach Gangotri town after Dehradun. It is well connected by National Highway. From Dehradun, we have majorly three options to travel. They are as follows:
Gaumukh Tapovan trek is categorised as moderate to difficult level of trek as you need to trek for almost 40 kms in a span of 6 days with an average trekking of 8 kms daily. Trekking trails are on rocky with snow patches at some location made it challenging.
Trekking distance from Gaumukh to Tapovan is almost of 5 kms last 1 kms to be an almost vertical wall which you need to climb to reach Tapovan top and enjoy the beautiful view of snow capped mountains and vast bugyal. It's recommended to take a guide with you for your safety and comfort.
Gaumukh trek is categorised as moderate to difficult level of trek with total trekking distance of about 40 kms. It's not possible to complete it in one day. In addition to this your body also needs to acclimatize properly so it is recommended to take enough time to complete it for safe trekking.
Group tour for Gaumukh Tapovan trek will cost you INR 16,500 per person including your transportation, meals, guide, stay, etc. This trip will start from Haridwar and it will be about 8 days and 7 nights.
If you are planning to trek only till Gaumukh then yes definitely you can do this trek alone. But if you are planning to go till Tapovan then it's always recommended to go with an experienced guide well versed in this area as route ahead of Gaumukh is hard to navigate with some stiff and technical climb location.
Best way to get permission to Gaumukh tapovan trek is by single window system where you can get it by uploading your Affidavit online and paying the fee for trekking.
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