Tapovan Trek Post Monsoon 2015

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Himalaya Trekkers(HT)is organising Tapovan Trek in the month of October, 2015. We will

start from Haridwar (HW) as following:

Fixed Departure Dates:

TV15F1 - 18th Oct15(Day 1) to 24thOct15 (Day 7)HW to HW

***Trekkers need to reach by their own to Haridwar on previous night. Return to Haridwar onDay 7 evening. Arrange your tickets for inward and return journey from Haridwar accordingly***
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The Trek Highlights:

Length: 4 days of trekking from Gangotri and back around 44 km. Haridwar to Haridwar in 7days.

Access: Train from New Delhi/Kolkata to Haridwar and then about 12/13 hours drive toGangotri, via Rishikesh, Narendra Nagar, Chamba, Dharasu, Uttarkashi and Harshil, around 265km.

Highest Point: Tapovan 4,463m/14,683ft;

Grade: Moderate

Seasons: May/June & September /October

Further Options: Trek to Nandanvan.

About Tapovan Trek:

Tapovan (4,463m/14,683ft) is a high altitude Alpine meadow, situated at the base of Mt. Shivling ,on the west bank of Gangotri glacier. The word Tapovan means a sacred and serene place, where

the sages meditate for spiritual bliss. According to Hindu mythology, King Bhagiratha (LordRamas ancestor) of the Ikshvaku dynasty, meditated here to Shiva for Gangas descent to the earth.From time unknown, Hindu sadhus or spiritualists come here to pay tribute to Lord Shiva andRiver Ganges. Tapovan, lush green in summer, blooming with wild flowers, turns golden in post-monsoon season. The valley, flanked by majestic Himalyan peaks like Mt. Shivling (6543m), Mt.Meru (6630m) and Kedar Dome (6808m) is a favourite destination for trekking enthusiastic, bothIndians and foreigners. The Bhagirathi Group of peaks - I (6,856m), II (6,512m) and III (6,454m) arevisible on the eastern bank of Gangotri glacier. The trail from Gangotri to Tapovan via, Bhujbasaand Goumukh, though only 22km and two days trek, it covers a vast array of geomorphologicalfeatures, like the I shaped river gorge of Ganges, then the snout of the glacier from where the riveroriginates, followed by the glacier itself with lateral moraine and ice covered glacial debris andfinally the steep edge of the glacier. Initially the trail runs amidst pine and birch forest, but crosses

the tree line to reach this Alpine meadow where onlyperennial grasses, sedges, and forbs cansurvive. Sighting of Bharals (Blue Mountain Sheep) on nearby mountain slopes is common. Thehigh altitude, rarity of oxygen, average 6-7km walk in the difficult terrain and the erratic weathermake this a short but challenge trek.

Access to Gangotri (The trek base):

Depending upon the trek members we can arrange a pickup from Haridwar to Gangotri viaUttarkashi and back. This will be shared equally by the team members and is approximately around

Rs. 7500one way in a Jeep.

Haridwar is well connected by train with New Delhi/Kolkata. Buses for Haridwar are available fromNew Delhi Kashmiri Gate ISBT. From Haridwar/Rishikesh, Gangotri can be reached by publicvehicles. There are several state transport and private buses available from Haridwar/Rishikesh,

early in the morning. Direct bus from Rishikesh to Gangotri starts from 4.00 a.m. onwards fromGarhwal Motor Owners' Association Bus Stand at Rishikesh.The 265km journey, via NarendraNagar, Chamba, Dharasu, Uttarkashi and Harshil will take about 12hours. The shared jeeps toUttarkashi are also available from Haridwar/Rishikesh, early in the morning. Direct booking forGangotri is possible but rare. From Uttarkashi, shared Jeep and buses are available for Gangotri tilllate afternoon in season.Due to rush of pilgrims during Char Dham Yatra (May/June), it is better to arrange your owntransportation in advance.


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Brief Trip Itinerary:

For detailed itinerary, route information, getting to trek base, pictures andmore please check the following link:

Day 1: Drive from Haridwar to Gangotri 265km 10/12hrs

Day 2:Gangotri acclimatization & walking around

Day 3:Trek to Bhujbasa 13km 7/8 hrs

Day 4: Trek to Tapovan via Goumukh 9km 5/6 hrs

Day 5:Visit Neel Tal 3hrs; Trek back to Bhujbasa 9km 4/5hrs

Day 6: Trek to Gangotri 13km 6/7 hrs

Day 7: Drive to Haridwar - 265km 10/12 hrs

**Arrange your train/bus tickets from Haridwar to Delhi/Other destinations on Day 7 evening**


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Cost Services for Fixed Departure Treks:

Cost: 8800 (INR) per person (Gangotri to Gangotri) + 3.09% Service Tax

Inclusions:

Three nights stay at Gangotri (Day 1, Day 2 & Day 6) on sharing basis and food.

The trek fee. All meals during the trek. Regular Indian style nutritious vegetarian food during the trek (including

eggs), breakfast packed/hot lunch (depending upon the time you reach a campsite), snacks, dinneralong with coffee/tea/soup.

Excellent Mountain Guide, who will be a local to this particular area and has profound knowledge ofthe trekking trails around.

Specialised Cook, Support staffs, Porters/Packed Animals for carrying the central logistics of the trek. The entire permit fee, camping charges, Forest levy required for the trek. Stay at rest house/forest hut/tent as required in the trek.

Sleeping Mattress and Sleeping Bag (Bring your own sleeping bag for hygienic reason, if you have ahigh altitude specific Sleeping Bag)

Exclusions:

Transportation from Haridwar to Gangorti and back. Charges for still/video camera inside Gangotri National Park.

We assume that you will carry your personal Rucksack/Backpack with all your personal belongings. Ifyou want to offload your Rucksack and carried by our Pack Animal/Porter then you need to payadditional Rs 1500 for the entire duration of the trek. The Rucksack should not weigh more than 10Kg.

Any tip/gratuity to the HT supports staffs. If you are happy with the service, please tip themgenerously.

Any kind of insurance during the trek or transit. Any cost which is not mentioned in the inclusions or personal in nature.

Contact us:

Please send your email enquiries to:[email protected]

Saptarshi Roy (Sapta):E-mail:[email protected]/[email protected]: +91 9836133166/ +91 9477877559 (Kolkata)

Krishnendu Banerjee (Krish): E-mail:[email protected]: +91 8826791702 (Delhi)

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