Expedition Overview
An extraordinary high-altitude glacial crossing in Gangotri National Park. Camp directly beneath the vertical granite walls of Mount Shivling (6,543m) and the Bhagirathi sister peaks.
Choose Your Package Tier
Basecamp Tier (Gangotri)
Ex-Gangotri: All-inclusive trek, alpine tents, nutritious meals, permits, NIM/WFR guide & medical kit.
- ✓ Reporting at Gangotri Basecamp
- ✓ 4-Season alpine tents & sleeping bags
- ✓ All hot vegetarian mountain meals
- ✓ Forest permits, oxygen & oximeter checks
With Transit (Dehradun / Uttarkashi)
Most PopularIncludes round-trip basecamp transport (Dehradun / Uttarkashi) plus all trek inclusions, permits & gear.
- ✓ Round-trip shared SUV/Tempo (Dehradun / Uttarkashi)
- ✓ Basecamp homestay/hotel night included
- ✓ 4-Season alpine tents & sleeping bags
- ✓ Forest permits, oxygen & NIM/WFR guide
Upcoming Fixed Departures
Live Strapi Inventory| Departure Dates | Batch Status | Base Price / Climber | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 May 2027 – 22 May 2027 | Available (6 seats) | ₹15,500 | |
| 10 Sept 2027 – 17 Sept 2027 | Only 2 seats left | ₹15,500 |
Day-by-Day Trail Itinerary
Day 1 Dehradun to Gangotri
3,100 m · 240 km trek
Dehradun to Gangotri
Drive past Uttarkashi and Harsil valley to the holy town of Gangotri.
Day 2 Acclimatization day at Gangotri
3,100 m · 2 km trek
Acclimatization day at Gangotri
Acclimatization walks and visit to Gangotri temple.
Day 3 Gangotri to Chirbasa
3,580 m · 9 km trek
Gangotri to Chirbasa
Trek through pine forests following the Bhagirathi river.
Day 4 Chirbasa to Bhojbasa
3,775 m · 5 km trek
Chirbasa to Bhojbasa
Short trek through birch (Bhojpatra) groves to Bhojbasa.
Day 5 Bhojbasa to Tapovan via Gaumukh
4,463 m · 9 km trek
Bhojbasa to Tapovan via Gaumukh
Witness the holy snout of Gaumukh and conquer the steep moraine ridge to Tapovan.
Day 6 Tapovan exploration & return to Bhojbasa
3,775 m · 9 km trek
Tapovan exploration & return to Bhojbasa
Wake up to unforgettable sunrise views of Mt. Shivling before descending.
Day 7 Bhojbasa to Gangotri
3,100 m · 14 km trek
Bhojbasa to Gangotri
Trek back along the river gorge to Gangotri.
Day 8 Gangotri to Dehradun
640 m · 240 km trek
Gangotri to Dehradun
Return drive to Dehradun.
Camp-to-Camp Elevation Profile
Altitude Gradient & Waypoint Profile
Himalayan Weather & Micro-Climate Index
Typical seasonal ranges from basecamp field logs — not a live sensor feed.
Feels like 11°C (Clear Alpine Sky)
North-Westerly Breeze
Mild acclimatization required
Cat 3/4 Polarized Lenses Required
5-Day Seasonal Outlook
High-Altitude Physiology & Acclimatization Lab
Barometric telemetry and Lake Louise AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) clinical screener.
Relative to Sea Level
Standard 1013 hPa
Minimum Required
Affects Digestion & Heat
Lake Louise AMS Clinical Screener (2018 Consensus)
Self-evaluate altitude symptom severity before or during high moraine crossings.
Zero significant acute mountain symptoms recorded. Maintain hydration pace of 4+ liters/day and proceed with standard ascent schedule.
Included in Package
- ✓ Alpine dome tents, sub-zero sleeping bags & kitchen setup
- ✓ All meals and high-altitude nutritional rations
- ✓ Gangotri National Park special permits & eco fees
- ✓ Certified High Altitude Mountain Guides (WFR certified)
Exclusions
- × Transport from Dehradun to Gangotri (can be added)
- × Backpack offloading
- × Personal trekking gear and crampons
How to Reach Basecamp & FAQs
Basecamp Reporting: Gangotri, Uttarakhand
Early morning mountain buses and private cabs depart from Dehradun / Rishikesh to Uttarkashi and Gangotri.