Gaumukh Tapovan Trek 2025

Altitude 14,222 ft
Duration 9 Days & 8 Nights
Trek Distance44 KM
Trek DifficultyEasy - Modrate
Transportation Included
MealsIncluded

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Departure & Return LocationDehradun (Prince Chowk)
Departure Time6:30 AM - 7:30 AM

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The Gaumukh Tapovan trek is a thrillfest with gigantic views of the cow-shaped Gaumukh Glacier which is also one of the main water sources of the holy Ganges. The trek offers breathtaking views of the Gangotri peaks – Shivling, Thalay Sagar, and Meru.

The Gomukh Tapovan trek is scenic with nature’s bounty and is decorated with fragrant flowers, snow-capped peaks, and similar jaw-dropping views. Take a dip in the holy Bhagirathi River, which is considered one of the sacred rituals. During the Gomukh glacier trek, one can also immerse in the divine aura of the pilgrim cities- Rishikesh, Uttarkashi, Gangotri, and Bhojwassa. Marvel at the sight of the Bhagirathi sisters to experience the summit views.

Gaumukh Tapovan Trek Highlights

Experience a maximum altitude of 14,222 ft.- and participate in the holy ritual of taking a dip in the Bhagirathi river
Catch the glimpse of magnificent Bhagirathi group of three soaring peaks during your journey
Witness the short trek to Bhojwassa which is studded with trees and is mostly barren and often compared to the Arctic Tundra region.
The Gomukh Gangotri trek takes you through many of the significant pilgrimage spots of Hindu devotees such as Gangotri Glaciers, Gaumukh, Bhagirathi Sisters, etc.

Price Includes

✓Accommodation

Neat, clean, hygienic accommodation on Triple / Quad Sharing as per your preferences. Accommodation during the trek will be in camps

✓Transportation & Taxes

Inclusive of transport services for 3 Nights & 4 Days. (Ex Haridwar). All toll, tax, parking and driver allowances are included.

✓Meals (Breakfast & Dinner)

Veg Only All Breakfast & Dinner. Note:(Lunch is not included.)

✓Sight Seeing

All point to point sight-seeing as per given program possible in time frame.

✓Safety equipment

First Aid Kit
Oxygen Cylinder

✓Permits & Registrations

Trekking permits and forest camping charges.

Price Excludes

Anything not mentioned in inclusion list
GST @ 5 Percent
Meals during Transportation and Lunch
Any kind of personal Expenses
Unscheduled or extended stay due to road blocks, Landslides
Porter/Mule charges (Personal), Back pack offloading Charges
Cost of Evacuation in case of emergency

Itinerary

Day 1 - Pick up from Dehradun Railway Station and Drive to Gangotri.

Pickup from Dehradun Railway Station in the morning which will leave for Gangotri around 6:00 am to 7:00 am. Get in the vehicle from Dehradun and enjoy the picturesque journey along Bhagirathi River’s bank and forest stretches to reach Gangotri base camp. It is the base camp of Kedartal trek. Dehradun is the capital of Uttarakhand and one of the most beautiful places in India.
The main attraction of this place is Rajpur road go through it and get a glimpse of Dehradun’s beauty.
Reach Mussoorie after an hour which is also known as “Queen of Hills”. People visit it heavily during vacations with their family and friends.
After half an hour, stop for breakfast there and witness people from different parts of the world.
The break will be of a maximum of 1 hour. Ahead the peaks are visible and further you will come close
Further, you will cross the small Chinyali saur of Dharasu Reach Uttarkashi around 1:30 pm and take a break there for lunch.
After having to Go through the picturesque zig-zag road to Gangotri via harshil
Freshen up and enjoy evening snacks in the open Garden with great views. You will be provided some details after which you can go for an evening walk but be at the hotel, at Gangotri for dinner.

Day 2 - Trek from Gangotri to Chbirasa camp.

Post breakfast, head to Chirbasa. The meaning of Chirbasa is abundant pine trees – Chir (Pine).
Today, the walk is easy on the leveled trail. Cross the market area and further enter into a forest and relish the sight of snow-covered peaks.
Cross a stream over a bridge and the valley welcomes you with majestic mountain views.
Continue hiking and climb up the ridge to get into another valley with abundant tall pine trees.
Now, the boulder zone starts, be very careful while your ascent because the trail is full of loose rocks.
Again pass through picturesque dense forest and reach the Chirbasa ground near River Bhagirathi.
Chirbasa; your campsite for today offers grand views of Bhagirathi peaks and sight of Gomukh glacier.
Relax here and settle for the day.

Day 3 - Trek from Chirbasa camp to Bhojbasa

Today, the trail is easy but you will come across many landslide-prone areas. Start the trek, go higher and get jaw-dropping sight of Mt Shivling and Bhagirathi peaks.
Witness sages meditating in caves who live there permanently.
On the way are also small shops for hot drinks and food. Now, you have to cross some ridges and after crossing them the trail turns barren and rocky.
Bhojbasa is the widest part of this valley and the campsite is on a plain terrain beside Bhagirathi River from where Mt Shivling and other snow-capped mountains are clearly visible. At Bhojbasa is the presence of a temple, explore it and the surroundings.
In the evening, do not miss the enchanting sunset views because here the sun sets behind the lofty Bhagirathi group of peaks Relax here and retire for the night

Day 4 - Trek from Bhojbasa camp to via Gomukh to Tapovan camp

Today, the trek to Tapovan will be via Gomukh, it is the source of River Ganga, the river is known as Bhagirathi when comes out.
The Gomukh name derived from its cow’s mouth appearance, The climb from Bhojbasa to Gomukh is an easy one but the trail is steep and strenuous from Gomukh to Tapovan.
The trail remains covered in snow and there are boulder areas with hard snow which makes today’s trek gradient tough.
Now, get ready to traverse glacial moraines and Gomukh glacier, the incline is steep and some areas are slippery.
Climb higher and reach there by afternoon. Here also some saints can be seen living permanently, the temperature is low and there is chilly cold.
Head to Tapovan and reach there in two hours after crossing steep ascent.
Tapovan is a wide meadow that offers the excellent sight of Mt. Meru, Mt. Shivling and Bhagirathi group of peaks. Set up your tents in the desired area and relax for the day.

Day 5 - Exploration Day Nil tal and Shivling base camp

Today’s aim is acclimatization and relaxation.
Post breakfast, move upwards to the Himalayan Tapovan at an altitude of 4500 m.
Tapovan lies below Mt. Shivling peaks and has beautiful lakes, explore the area and head to Neel Taal to get clear views of Mt. Meru. Reach there in two hours and return before lunch. Relax and retire for the night.

Day 6 - Trek from Tapovan to Bhojbasa camp

Post breakfast, get down to Bhojbasa via Gomukh. Witness the picturesque lofty peaks and admirable surroundings in the morning and bid adieu to them. Retrace your steps, halt at Gomukh and reach Bhojbasa.

Day 7 - Bhojbasa camp to Gangotri

Wake up early From Bhojbasa get down to Gangotri. Relish the last glimpses of Mt Shivling and descend through the steep terrain.
When you reach the Gangotri hotel visit Gangotri temple and witness Ganga Aarti there.
The arrangements will be made in a hotel at Gangotri.

Day 8 - Drive from Gangotri to Dehradun by taxi

Today – It is your last breakfast on this trek with the Trekonindia team. The certificates will be given and after some beautiful photos, we will bid you all a goodbye from Gangotri and Tapovan trek. The scenic drive from Gangotri to Dehradun you reach Dehradun 6 to 07 pm evening.

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Payment & Cancellation Policy

Payment Policy

You can book your tour with us at 20% advance to get the confirmation.
Confirmation will be expedited within 24 hours (one working days) after the booking amount.
Balance payment is to be made on arrival at the pickup location before the commencement of the tour.

Cancellation Policy

Make your booking 15 days prior in advance. If you cancel the trek due to any reason, it is mandatory to notify us. Cancellation charges will only be effective from the date we get your request to cancel the trek.
If the trek gets cancelled from our side due to any reason (heavy snowfall, rainfall, natural disaster etc.) then the refund will not be initiated but we will arrange another trek.
Note :- If your trek starts once, and in between 2 or 4 days at the time of the trek, the weather gets bad or the trek route is closed for some reason due to which the trek cannot be done, then the company will not refund the any money to you.

All the preparations of the company are behind this, for which you cannot blame the company.
The company can suggest some other good and safe trek for you at that time – which will be done at the same cost.
And if it does not happen near that place then it would be better to cancel the trek.
Trek On India can do this for you by deducting the payment for the number of days you trekked and giving you a voucher or coupon code for 1 year
You can use a Voucher or Coupon Code for another trek within 1 year
If for any reason you return from the trek at the time of the trek, then no payment will be refunded to you.
And if you have booked a trek of 6 days and if you have completed 5 days then you cannot ask for a refund of 1 day.

The cancellation charges are as follows –(Bank charges deducted are not Refundable)

Up to 30 Days – 90% cost is Refundable
Between 21 to 30 Days – 50% cost is Refundable
Less than 20 Days – No Refund

(Refund is initiated within 7-8 business days)

FAQ

When is the best time for Gomukh Tapovan Trek?

The best time to do Gomukh trek is during the month of May – June and Sep – Oct. The weather will be mostly sunny during the day and colder at night. During this time the daytime temperatures remain 12 – 17° C if sunny and 14-15° C if cloudy.
During the night time, the temperature will range from 5-7°C and can drop to -2–3°C at Tapovan. You might find snow in May, especially at Tapovan.

How can I reach Gomukh Tapovan Trek?

The Gomukh Gangotri trek starts from the quaint little village of Uttarkashi which is perched about 1150 m above mean sea level and then proceeds towards Gangotri, a high-altitude destination at 3048 m. From Gangotri, the Gomukh glacier trek takes one towards Bhojwassa (3792 m) via Chirbasa (3600 m). On Day 3, the trek is scheduled to even higher altitudes of Gomukh (3890 m/12760 ft.) and Tapovan.
Tapovan is the highest point of the trek at a mind boggling elevation of 4463 m or 14640 ft. above the sea level. If height excites you, you can also choose the Gaumukh Tapovan Nandanvan trek which takes you to further altitudes.

What will be the average temperature at Gomukh Trek?

The average temperature on Gomukh Gangotri trek in the day time will be about 12°C-17°C and in the night time, it can be as low as 2°C-7°C and can drop to -2°C – 3°C at Tapovan.

What is the difficulty level of Gomukh Tapovan Trek?

The difficulty level of Gaumukh Trek ranges from moderate to difficult and therefore is not recommended for first timers. There are tricky glacier sections to be crossed in addition to steep climbs. Irrespective of your prior experience, it is essential that you be very fit and well prepared for the trek.

How long is the Gomukh trek route?

The Gomukh trek route is scheduled for 8 days starting from Dehradun and with overnight camping stays at Gangotri, Bhojwassa, Gomukh, and Tapovan.

Is Gomukh Tapovan a good trek for first timer?

The Gaumukh Tapovan trek is not recommended for first timers. There are tricky glacier sections to be crossed in addition to steep climbs. Irrespective of your prior experience, it is essential that you be very fit and well prepared for the trek.

Is camping allowed in Gaumukh Tapovan Trek?

Yes, camping is allowed in the Gaumukh Tapovan trek. You can enjoy the starlit skies along with a small bonfire as you camp here. At Bhojbasa there is a beautiful riverside camp where you will be staying. At Tapovan enjoy camping at a high altitude with mesmerizing surroundings all around.

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