Gaumukh Trek For 8 Days
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Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand
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Starting from ₹ 30000
-8% ₹ 27500
What will you experience
8 Days 7 Nights of Trekking
High Quality Safety Gears
Wildlife Exploration
Amazing Sunrise and Sunset
Good Endurance
About the Activity
| Starting Point & Ending Point | Gangotri |
| Duration | 8 days |
| Difficulty Level | Moderate |
| Altitude | 14,763 ft |
| Trip Location | Uttarakhand |
Extras:
- From Dehradun to Dehradun transportation is provided for Rs. 2000 per person.
- For the full trek, it costs Rs. 2200 per person.
- Offloading of backpacks: 350 per person per day
- River rafting in Rishikesh: 800 per person
About the Gaumukh:
- The adrenaline-pumping Gaumukh Tapovan trek offers breathtaking views of the cow-shaped Gaumukh Glacier, which serves as one of the primary springs for the holy Ganges. The Gangotri peaks are visible from the trek in stunning detail.
- The Gomukh Tapovan trip is beautiful, adorned with fragrant flowers, snow-capped peaks, and other breathtaking vistas provided by nature. One of the essential rites is to take a plunge in the revered Bhagirathi River.
About the Gaumuk Trek:
- Our Journey will start from Dehradun at 7:00 a.m.
- Speechless beauty starts coming as we get along the journey and witness various news and different things.
- Discover a range of breathtaking locales, including the Maneri Waterfalls and the appealing topographic change.
- One may experience the heavenly ambiance of the pilgrim towns of Chirbasa, Gangotri, and Bhojwassa while hiking the Gomukh glacier.
- As you reach Gaumukh the stunning views start to pop up and make you feel great.
- Enjoy the thrilling trek, which is sometimes likened to the Arctic Tundra region and is mainly desert with scattered trees.
Know before you book
- A modest day bag (up to 15 liters) and a backpack or rucksack (at least 55 liters) for the summit day.
- Raincover for Rucksack, Poncho, and Raincoat.
- 2 Quick Dry T-shirts, ideally with full sleeves, and track pants.
- Warm Jacket—ideally a down jacket or an equivalently thick jacket—to fend off the chill at night.
- Shoes that are comfortable and support the ankle. We advise you Quechua Forclaz 100 or equivalent footwear.
- An upper or jacket made of fleece.
- For insulation at night, use suitable thermals.
- Sun Hat or Sunscreen (SPF 30+) Lip Balm and Cold Cream.
- Dark shades Spectacle wearers may have photochromatic lenses in their frames.
- At least two pairs of standard cotton socks and two pairs of heated socks.
- One set of slippers or sandals.
- Woolen cap and gloves for the evening Personal care items: slippers, light towel, toothbrush, toothpaste, liquid soap, and toilet paper (Avoid wet tissues as they are not eco-friendly)
- A headlamp or torch with additional batteries.Dark shades co-friendlybetadineMoov, shades co
- Personal Medical Kit: Digene for acidity, ORS, betadine or antiseptic cream, Moov spray/volini, cotton, gauze, Diamox for Mountain Sickness, etc.
- 1 L water bottle or a 2 L hydration pack.
- Cameras, tripods, phone chargers, and power banks are additional personal items (as there will be no electricity during the trek)
Things to Carry
- Water Bottle
- Snacks
- Appropriate Clothing
- Comfortable Footwear
- Backpack
- Flashlight
- Sunscreen
- UA Voucher
How To Reach
Uttarkashi,Uttarakhand
By Air:The nearest Airport to Uttarkashi is the Jolly Grant Airport(DED) which is located at a distance of 160 KM. The airport is well connected through road networks to reach Uttarkashi.
By Road:Uttarkashi can be reached by a number of buses and taxis from the major destinations like- Rishikesh, Dehradun, Tehri, Barkot, etc.
By Train:The Rishikesh Railway Station(RKSH) is the nearest railway station to reach Uttarkashi situated at 143 KM on NH 58. From the station, taxi or bus services may be availed.
