Gomukh Tapovan Trek
Overview
The Gomukh Tapovan Trek is a breathtaking and spiritually enriching journey in the Indian Himalayas, offering stunning views of snow-clad peaks, glaciers, and lush meadows. It is one of the most sought-after treks in Uttarakhand, known for its serene beauty and religious significance.
Detailed Itinerary
- Take an early morning taxi or bus from Haridwar/Rishikesh to Gangotri.
- Enjoy scenic views of the Bhagirathi River and Himalayan peaks along the way.
- Reach Gangotri (3,100m) – a famous pilgrimage town and the trek’s starting point.
- Overnight stay: Guesthouse/hotel in Gangotri.
- Trek through pine forests, crossing the Bhagirathi River via bridges.
- Pass through Chirbasa (3,500m), a scenic resting point.
- Reach Bhojwasa (3,800m) – the last campsite before Gomukh.
- Overnight stay: Campsite or GMVN guesthouse
- Trek to Gomukh Glacier (3,900m), the sacred source of the Ganges River.
- Continue the steep ascent to Tapovan (4,463m), a high-altitude meadow offering panoramic views of Mt. Shivling, Bhagirathi peaks, and Meru.
- Overnight stay: Campsite at Tapovan.
- Enjoy stunning sunrise views over the Himalayan peaks.
- Explore glacial streams, meditation caves, and Sadhu settlements.
- Rest and acclimatize before descending.
- Overnight stay: Campsite at Tapovan.
- Trek back, descending carefully over glacial moraine.
- Reach Bhojwasa and relax.
- Overnight stay: Campsite/GMVN guesthouse.
- Trek back to Gangotri, retracing your steps.
- Explore Gangotri Temple and nearby attractions.
- Overnight stay: Hotel in Gangotri.
- Drive back to Haridwar.
- Trip ends with beautiful memories of the Himalayas!
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
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