Gaumukh-Tapovan Trek in Gharwal Himalayas, Uttarakhand

Gaumukh Tapovan Trek 2021:- The Gaumukh (3889 m) – Tapovan (4328 m) Trek is the most visited and most allured treks of all in the region. It has a mesmerizing scenic beauty that will enthrall every nature lover. Gaumukh Tapovan Trek The trek itself is so beautiful that both the places, Gaumukh and Tapovan are truly incomparable. As Tapovan is a base campsite to few nearby mountain expeditions, this place is a real treat to the eyes where you can see Mount Shivling right in front, Mount Meru, Bhagirathi peaks, and other peaks in the surrounding. It is quite a picturesque place that one should experience once in a lifetime.

Gaumukh Trek, Located in Gharwal region in Uttarkashi, Gaumukh-Tapovan has a strong religious belief in Hindu religion. The trek in this region of Uttarkashi is also known as Gangotri Dham where people from different places visit to witness the holy Gangotri Glacier which is much known for the origin of holy river Ganga. The snout of the glacier from where the river is visible to everyone is Gaumukh. Gaumukh Tapovan Trek It is a part of Gangotri Glacier. This snout looks like the mouth of a cow that is why it was named by some saint as Gaumukh means Cow’s mouth. It is considered being very sacred as many trekkers of Hindu belief even take a dip in this melting glacier water. Yes, the courageous ones in bone-chilling water. Usually, the best time to visit Gaumukh – Taovan Trek is in summer and autumn i.e. from May to June and September till last week of October. Winters and rains are too harsh in this region so the trek is closed at that time.

Gaumukh trekking, The complete trek of Gaumukh-Tapovan starts from Gangotri which can be reached via road. As the Shikhar Travel Gaumukh-Tapovan Trek, provides a fully guided trek where the journey starts right from the arrival in Delhi and reaching Gangotri with overnight halts at Rishikesh and Uttarkashi. These stays will be at hotels and at Shikhar Nature Resort which has all the required luxuries and amenities. After this, the main trek starts in Gangotri where the formalities need to be done with authorities like registration and undertakings. This trek definitely requires prior high altitude experience as the weather and altitude changes to quite fast with each halt.

The majestic view of mighty Himalayas starts right with the first-day trek from Gangotri to Bhojbasa. It is a 14 kms trek where the trail goes along with the river Bhagirathi. It gradually goes ascent where you’ll start seeing the Bhagirathi group of peaks beautifully covered in snow. This distracting view will take you to the first camping sight of this trek at an elevation on 3729 m, Bhojbasa. Here, dormitories are also available by Gharwal Mandal Vikas Nigam for solo travelers or pilgrims. So the overnight stay here will be very easy and comfortable.

Next morning the trek will start for Tapovan via Gaumukh. This trail is quite difficult now as the trail will be passing hard ice and boulders which is not easy to walk. This will be majorly when the trek goes over Gangotri glacier and reaches to the snout of holy River Ganga which is Gaumukh. You’ll be astonished to see the flow and the width of this river at this beginning. This is view is absolutely magical and that’s where you believe in the power of Mother Nature. Gaumukh trek package

Moving forward on this trail towards Tapovan you’ll get fascinated by the view of Bhagirathi peaks and Mount Shivling as grow bigger and still unapproachable. This grassy and boulder meadow of Tapovan gives a soulful satisfaction after reaching. It leaves you to spellbind as there is no description of how beautiful and majestic the view is.  The Mount Shivling standing so high right in front and rest snow-capped peaks are overlooking at Tapovan. It is undoubtedly a must-try trek.

After the overnight stay at Tapovan now it’s time to return back to Chirbasa via Bhojbasa. This new place for camping is a beautiful riverside location in pie forest which is surrounded by beautiful Bhagirathi peaks. You’ll definitely enjoy it as it is new and different to the previous camping sites. Then further next day, trekking down to Gangotri from where everyone will drive back as per the schedule of going back to Delhi via Uttarkashi and Rishikesh.

Best Time To Visit

Best Time: May, June, September, October

Gaumukh Trek Package Details

Duration: 11 Days 10 Nights
Activities: Trekking, Camping & Photography of Nature
Best Time: May, June, September, October
Region: North India
Holidays Theme: Trekking
Routes: Delhi – Rishikesh – Uttarkashi – Gangotri – Bhojbasa – Gaumukh – Tapovan – Chirbasa -Gangotri – Uttarkashi – Rishikesh – Delhi

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