Gaumukh

One of the most popular and rewarding treks in the Garhwal Himalayas, Gaumukh Tapovan Nandanvan Circuit not only gives you the opportunity to camp at the foot of the lofty Himalayan peak but also involves crossing the massive Gaumukh Glacier, the origin of Ganga River. The Gaumukh trek begins in the small town of Gangotri. While Gangotri is a beautiful (and spiritual) place to visit just by itself it carries with it yet another place a place surreal to both Hindus and non-Hindus alike.

Located within Gangotri National Park, which starts along the outskirts of the village, the Gaumukh Glacier is believed to be the exact start of the Mother Ganga River. Gaumukh is mostly frozen, yet has parts that are clean enough to drink from without worry a true gift to any Hindu or non-Hindu alike! If you’re looking for the best Gangotri/Gaumukh weather, May and June will certainly deliver. But keep in mind that these months also commence Char Dham Yatra, a Hindu Pilgrimage that brings in tens of thousands of tourists. One of the most popular and rewarding treks in the Garhwal Himalayas, Gaumukh Tapovan Nandanvan Circuit not only gives you the opportunity to camp at the foot of the lofty Himalayan peak but also involves crossing the massive Gaumukh Glacier, the origin of Ganga River. The Gaumukh trek begins in the small town of Gangotri. While Gangotri is a beautiful (and spiritual) place to visit just by itself it carries with it yet another place a place surreal to both Hindus and non-Hindus alike. Located within Gangotri National Park, which starts along the outskirts of the village, the Gaumukh Glacier is believed to be the exact start of the Mother Ganga River. Gaumukh is mostly frozen, yet has parts that are clean enough to drink from without worry a true gift to any Hindu or non-Hindu alike! If you’re looking for the best Gangotri/Gaumukh weather, May and June will certainly deliver. But keep in mind that these months also commence Char Dham Yatra, a Hindu Pilgrimage that brings in tens of thousands of tourists. Keep in mind that May and June are also generally the peak of local mass tourism, as most schools are closed and many jobs are frustrated.