Distance
36.00 km
Max Altitude
3,892m
Duration
3-4 Days
Difficulty
Moderate
Best Season
May - June, September - October
Estimated Cost
₹5,000
About the Trek
A classic pilgrimage-meets-adventure trek to Gaumukh at 3,892m, the snout of the Gangotri Glacier and the sacred origin of the River Ganges. The trail follows the Bhagirathi river through stunning gorges and moraines.
Things to Carry
Warm clothing, trekking shoes, sleeping bag, tent, trekking poles, sunglasses, sunscreen, water bottles, first aid kit
Permits Required
Inner Line Permit from Uttarkashi SDM office. Forest permit required. Only 150 trekkers allowed per day.
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Trek Details
- Start Point
- Gangotri
- End Point
- Gaumukh
- Base Altitude
- 3,100m
- City
- Gangotri
- How to Reach
- Reach Gangotri from Uttarkashi (100 km). Nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport (290 km). Nearest railway station is Dehradun (280 km).