Gomukh Tapovan Trek
Overview
The Gomukh Tapovan Trek is a popular trek in the Uttarakhand region of India, known for its stunning views of the Gangotri Glacier and the Bhagirathi peaks. The trek usually starts from Haridwar and takes you through picturesque landscapes, alpine meadows, and sacred sites. Here is a detailed itinerary for the Gomukh Tapovan Trek starting from Haridwar.
Detailed Itinerary
- Start your journey early in the morning from Haridwar.
- Drive to Gangotri, a sacred town on the banks of the Bhagirathi River, which is the gateway to the trek.
- The drive can be long and tiring, but the scenic beauty along the way makes it worthwhile.
- Check into a guesthouse or hotel in Gangotri, and spend the night acclimatizing to the altitude.
- This day is dedicated to acclimatization in Gangotri.
- Explore the Gangotri temple and take a short hike to Surya Kund and Pandava Gufa.
- Visit the local market and interact with fellow trekkers.
- Rest and prepare for the trek ahead.
- Start early in the morning to begin the trek.
- Trek to Bhojwasa, which is about 14 kilometers from Gangotri and takes approximately 6-7 hours.
- The trail passes through dense forests and offers glimpses of the Bhagirathi peaks.
- Reach Bhojwasa, a serene campsite beside the Bhagirathi River.
- Stay overnight in tents.
- Trek to Gomukh, the source of the Ganges River. It's about 4 kilometers from Bhojwasa and takes around 3-4 hours.
- Explore the Gomukh area and witness the awe-inspiring glacier.
- Afterward, continue the trek to Tapovan, which is another 4-5 kilometers and takes approximately 3 hours.
- Tapovan is a stunning high-altitude meadow with breathtaking views of the Bhagirathi peaks.
- Set up camp in Tapovan and spend the night here.
- Spend a rest day in Tapovan to acclimatize and explore the surroundings.
- You can go for short hikes to nearby viewpoints or simply relax in the meadows.
- Enjoy the tranquility and the majestic views of Shivling and other peaks.
- Begin the descent from Tapovan to Bhojwasa.
- It's a 7-8 km trek downhill and takes about 4-5 hours.
- Reach Bhojwasa and stay overnight in tents.
- Trek back to Gangotri, following the same trail.
- Upon reaching Gangotri, you can explore the town for a while.
- Later, drive back to Haridwar, which can take another 12-14 hours.
- Reach Haridwar by evening or night, marking the end of the trek.
Included/Exclude
- Daily Breakfast & Dinner
- Vehicle for transfers and sightseeing as per mentioned itinerary
- All tolls, parking charges and driver allowance
- All Taxes
- Neat, clean, hygienic accommodation on or Double Sharing as per your preferences
- Any specific component not mentioned in inclusions
- Meals unless mentioned in inclusions
- Expenses of Personal Nature
- Camera Fees or monument fees
- Travel Insurance
- Good & Service tax (Gst)
- Helicopter ticket for Kedarnath/horse/Doli/Palki
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Min Age
12+
Max Guests
98