Gaumukh Tapovan Trek
Gaumukh Tapovan Trek, is not an ordinary experience. This is about combining the feeling of devotion to admiration.
Trek Difficulty: Moderate-Difficult
Trek Duration: 8 days (including the drive to and from the trek)
Highest Altitude: 14,203 feet
Starting Point: Gangotri (A world famous pious destination thousands of people professedly visit every year due to its spiritual tradition).
Trail: Snakes through the Greater Himalayas within the confines of Gangotri National Park
Gaumukh Tapovan Trek ultimate adventure Experience:
Source of the Sacred Ganges River: The trek takes adventurers to the Gaumukh Glacier, considered the origin of the holy Ganges River. Now picture yourself at a position where you will have a direct line of sight to the river carrying its waters all the way to their end!
Pristine Meadows of Tapovan: After visiting Gaumukh, the trail leads to Tapovan, a pristine alpine meadow perched at an altitude of 14,203 feet. Here, secluded meditation, even in the unraveling of unwavering devotion, can be perfected in the majestic surroundings.
Stunning Views: Gaumukh and Tapovan offers unparalleled vistas:
Mt. Shivling: Not only does it appear in the distance from a distance, but you get to see it from its base to its springing titanal heights.Mt. Shivling is renowned for its sheer beauty and features prominently in our gold calendar.
Bhagirathi Sisters: These three mighty peaks –it is the largest group of Indian Himalayan peaks—are the most prominent features of the landscape.Some say they rival even Mt. Shivling in grandeur.
Best Time to Trek
Summer months that range from May to June as well as early autumn i.e. September to October form the apt time period for the Gaumukh Tapovan Trek.The weather is pleasant, and the snow has melted, revealing the stunning landscape.
Fitness and Preparation
As it is a moderate trek in its level of difficulty, Gaumukh Tapovan Trek is one of the top 10 moderate level treks in Uttarakhand, however beginners can attempt this hike if they have the right level of preparation.
Focus on cardiovascular fitness, strength, and endurance.
Packs properly and do not forget to bring things you will need. Don't forget to stay hydrated.