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Gaumukh Trek

Season: April to October
Maximum Altitude: 3024 mts
Trek Grade: Moderate
No. of Days: 06 Days
Cost: 02-04 pax – Rs.14540
       : 05-08 pax - Rs. 12000

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.

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

Cost Includes:

  • Twin sharing accommodation in Swiss cottage tents at SNR, in Tourist Bungalow / Lodge in Gangotri and in alpine tents during trek.
  • All meals (Veg) starting from Dinner on day 01 till Breakfast on day 06.
  • All kitchen & camping equipments including staff
  • All transfers by non AC Vehicle as per program.
  • Portage of members personal luggage (max. 10 kg) per member during trek.
  • Local guide during trek.

Cost Excludes:

  • Any personal expenses i.e., telephone, laundry etc.
  • Any cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances.
  • Sleeping bags.

Shikhar Nature Resort

Address: Village Gawana, Ganeshpur, Uttarkashi, Uttaranchal. Phone: 01374-223762
Corporate Address: Shikhar International Pvt. Ltd., 209, F-14 Competent House, Middle Circle, Connaught Place New Delhi-110001(India)
Phone: 91-11-23312444 / 23312666 Mobile: 9313357948 Fax: 91-11-23323660 E-mail:  nature@shikhar.com

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