 Gaumukh Trek
Ganges is one of the holiest river in India and its source, a sacred pilgrimage for devout Hindus. The trek follows the Ganges to its source at Gaumukh, the snout of river Ganges.Legend is that Goddess Ganga descended here from heaven after prolonged penance of King Bhagirath.
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06 days |
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April to October |
Day 1: Arrive Uttarkashi
Arrive Uttarkashi and check-in at Shikhar Nature Resort (SNR), located at the Bank of River Bhagirathi (Ganges), welcome tea/coffee and allotment of the tents. Dinner & Overnight at SNR.
Day 2: Uttarkashi - Gangotri
Morning after breakfast drive (95 Km / 2-3 Hrs) to Gangotri (3048 m) passing through Harsil a scenic settlement of the Budhist people and a 354 feet high span bridge at Bhairav ghati. Gangotri is the place where the daughter Ganga from Heaven landed on Earth. There is a Temple of Goddess Gangotri on the right bank of the river. Upon arrival check in the Hotel for Lunch, Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3: Gangotri - Bhojbasa:
Morning after an early breakfast and with packed lunch start trekking (14 Km / 4-5 Hrs) to Bhojbasa (3658 m) following the river Bhagirathi. From Bhojbasa you can have majestic view of Bhagirathi group of peaks. Dinner and stay at the Camp / Tourist Bungalow.
Day 4: Bhojbasa - Gaumukh - Bhojbasa
Morning after breakfast trek (8 Km / 3-4 Hrs) to reach Gaumukh, the source of river Ganges. One can have a wide view of the peaks in this region. Return trek to Bhojbasa (9 Km / 4-5 Hrs). Dinner and overnight stay at the camp.
Day 5: Bhojbasa -Gangotri - Uttarkashi
Morning after breakfast with packed lunch trek (14 Km / 3-4 Hrs) down to Gangotri. On arrival drive (95 Km / 2-3 Hrs) to Uttarkashi. Upon arrival check in the Hotel / Camp for dinner & the overnight stay.
Day 06: Depart Uttarkashi
Morning after breakfast, depart to further destination.
How to reach Uttarkashi
By Air
The Nearest Airport is Jolly grand 25 km away from Dehuradun.Daily flight operates to and from Delhi, which is the nearest international airport. Rishikesh is 20 km far from here. Delhi is connected by air to all the major Indian cities like: Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kolkata etc.
By Rail
The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, 145 kms from here. Rishikesh is well connected by rail to other major cities.
By Road
There are motorable roads connecting Uttarkashi to other major cities like Dehradun, Rishikesh, Haridwar and other important towns.Its 450 km from New Delhi.
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