QUICK OVERVIEW
Date
May 13 – 21
Arrival Airport
Dehradun ( DED )
Accommodation
Tents & homestay
Duration
7 nights
Meals
All meals
Group size
12-14
SHORT ITINERARY:
DAY 0 : ARRRIVE AT DEHRADUN AIRPORT BY AFTERNOON
People who are flying in to Dehradun reach today. If you are flying to delhi, then reach tonight by 7pm to delhi and take an overnight bus. Hotel stay in DDN for today can be booked together for all if told in advance.
DAY 01 : MEETUP IN DEHRADUN BY EARLY MORNING
Time taken: 10 hours drive from Dehradun to Gangotri temple. We start around 7am from Dehradun
DAY 02 : GANGOTRI TO CHIRBASA
Altitude: 10,055 ft (3,065 m) to 11,761 ft (3,585 m) Time taken: Trek for 6 hours, 9 km. Trek gradient: Moderate. Initial 300 m steep ascent followed by a very gradual ascent .
DAY 03 : CHIRBASA TO BHOJBASA
Altitude: 11,761 ft (3,585 m) to 12,450 ft (3,795 m) Time taken: 3 hours, 5 km .Trek gradient: Moderate. Initial 100 m ascent to get back on the trail. Very gradual ascent all the way to Bhojbasa
DAY 04 : BHOJBASA TO TAPOVAN VIA GAUMUKH
Altitude: 12,450 ft (3,795 m) to 14,202 ft (4,329 m) Time taken: 7 hours, 9 km . Trek gradient: Difficult. Gradual ascent for 2.5 hours. 2 hours glacier walk followed by 2 hour of moderate and steep ascent.
DAY 05 : TAPOVAN DAY HIKE
Today we will walk towards the base of Mt.shivling , explore few high altitude lakes around and return to camp . We might even meet few mountaineers who are about to climb shilling .
DAY 06 : TAPOVAN TO CHIRBASA
Altitude: 14,202 ft (4,329 m) to 11,761 ft (3,585 m) Time taken: 8 hours, 14 km Trek gradient: Difficult. Continuous descent, large sections of which will be on scree upto Gaumukh.
DAY 07 : CHIRBASA TO GANGOTRI
Altitude: 14,202 ft (4,329 m) to 11,761 ft (3,585 m) Time taken: 8 hours, 14 km Trek gradient: Difficult. Continuous descent, large sections of which will be on scree upto Gaumukh. Today is the day you can take a bath
DAY 08 : GANGOTRI TO DEHRADUN
There are 2 options for tonight:
1. Book an overnight bus from Dehradun to Delhi on May 13th and take a morning flight from delhi.
2. Stay with the group for tonight in Dehradun and take a flight on May 22.
Hema Nair
It was our first morning in Tapovan, The land crisp and white with freshly fallen snow. The rest of the team were heading off for a day trek to the Meru base, but I chose to stay back because that had always been my goal. Vyshakh was very understanding about it – that’s how he is. If safe and possible, he always lets you do your thing. Once alone, I made myself a day pack and set off on my own. I met Mouni Baba, an ascetic who lives in the mountains. He spoke very little in a voice soft from disuse and I was full of wonder at the life he was leading. He told me to go to a temple nearby, and so walked through the snow and rock for another half a kilometre.
It was nothing more than an outcropping of rock with a Shivling and a Trishul on it. Some coloured ribbons from a time long past were tied to the Trident and fluttered in the wind. Standing there looking at the majestic mount Shivling rising to the sky behind it, I had an indescribable feeling – intense and choking. I felt tears breaking fee and I just let it flow down my face. Was it a spiritual high? Or was it for the sheer magnificence of the nature laid out in front of me and my utter insignificance in the scale of it? I don’t know.I sat there alone and in complete silence with my mind blank and my eyes drinking in that sight.
The shivling, those mountains and the clear blue sky.
I will always be indebted to Vyshakh for giving me the gift of that moment.
Kripa Lakhani
Be it road trip or trekking this guy does it perfectly. His itinerary always something new and interesting. Caving or rafting or jungle walks.
Started with trekking with him, where he had perfect combination of discipline and fun, which could help me complete my first high altitude trek to Chandrashila. He takes care of every tripper personally and encourages everyone to finish the trek. Always seen a pleasure in his eyes when everyone could complete his itinerary.
From Chandrashila to Tapovan to ABC we have come long way in trekking front, which could have been done only because of the guy in orange jacket!!
Don’t have a second thought if you planning your first trek or weather you are regular trekker, it would be your best experience.
COST ( excluding 5% GST )
Rs. 17,500 / person ( Before March 15 )
Rs. 18,500 / person ( After March 15 )
FLIGHTS CONSIDERATION :
Onwards : May 13 | Evening to DED
Outwards : May 22 | Morning from DED
GROUP TRIP DATES:
SLOTS AVAILABLE :
HOW TO BOOK A SLOT ?
You can block the slot by paying a token amount of 10,500 INR for this trip either by UPI or by Bank transfer. As discussed the total amount is 17,500 INR. Once it’s done, please share the payment details with us via the WhatsApp button on right bottom of the site. Choose UPI or Bank transfer by clicking on the tab below.
SCAN TO PAY
UPI : 9746721789.ibz@icici
BANK DETAILS :
A/C HOLDER’S NAME: Orange jacket Adventures LLP
A/c No : 169105000957
RTGS/NEFT IFSC CODE : ICIC0001691
BANK NAME AND BRANCH: ICICI , Thoppumpady
Account type : Current account
UPI : 9746721789.ibz@icici
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT ARE THE INCLUSIONS ?
- TRANSPORTATION : Dehradun to Dehradun
- ACCOMMODATION : 2 night in lodges in Gangotri and 5 days in tents.
- MEALS DURING TREK : Breakfast, Lunch , tea & Dinner
- We will provide you with good veg Food
- All Trek Permit en Route
- Trekking equipment : Tent, Sleeping Bag
- A Trained Mountaineer to guide you.
WHAT ARE THE EXCLUSIONS ?
- Mineral Water or any other room service
- Hotel stays in Dehradun
- Cab charges in Dehradun
- Camera Charge
- Cost of any Extra Day
- Any expenses due to deviation from itinerary
WHAT SHOULD YOU BRING ?
- *Mandatory : Original ID Proof
- Clothes : 2 Fleece jacket , 3 Synthetic / cotton pants ,4 Full sleeves tees , Sunhat , Woollen head-scarf/ muffler ,Towel , 2 pair of thermals , 1 down jacket ( zero degree equivalent ), Water proof jacket or poncho.
- Shoes & socks: High ankle shoes , cotton socks
- Skin care essentials : Sunglasses with UV protection ,Lip balm Cold cream, Sunscreen lotioniv)Other accessories : LED Torch/ headlamps (If already bought)
DO YOU HAVE A CANCELLATION POLICY ?
- Before 45 days of trip, there will be 10% cancellation charge.
- Before 30 days and within 44 days of arrival, there will be 25% cancellation charge.
- Before 15 days and within 29 days of arrival ,there will be 50% cancellation charge.
- Within 14 days of trip there will be 100% cancellation charges.
All this been said if you or me can find a replacement for the slot. I will be happy to refund the entire amount. 🙂
I AM COMING SOLO. IS THAT A PROBLEM ?
Most people come alone for my trips. About 25% of the people bring a friend or partner.Honestly It really doesn’t matter. I have seen on all the batches I have lead. Most people really gel with everyone, even the ones who thought wouldn’t gel up, surprise themselves always with the way they got comfortable with everyone.
YOUR ITINERARY LOOKS DIFFICULT FOR ME. CAN I DO IT ?
Each trek/ trip is rated according to the number of days we spend outdoors . If you aren’t sure where to start, go with an easy trip or trek.
For trips,
I dreamed of trips where we could go out hike , get exhausted , come back to hotel and have a great evening. This is exactly why some of my trips have Day hikes in it. It is a perfect chance for people who have never hiked in their entire life. Don’t worry, We are there :).
For treks,
you can start with Sandhakphu or Chandrashila . You can also benchmark yourself for the treks.
- If you can run for 30 mins and cover around 3-3.5 km , then you can go ahead with an easy trek
- If you can run for 30 mins and cover around 3.5-4 km , then you can go ahead with an moderate trek
- If you can run for 30 mins and cover around 4-5 km , then you can go ahead with an difficult trek
If you have never done a high altitude trek, then start with a easy or Easy- moderate trek. That way you will understand how your body reacts to high altitude and you can check you cardio strength too.
WHAT ARE TRIPS LIKE ?
Usually, most batch sizes are between 12-20 people who are aged between 16-38. Most people come alone or with a friend. The trip would feel like you are travelling more with college friends than strangers. We tend to do more outdoorsy things than regular trips .
For example : If we find a very pretty waterfall/ a beautiful sunset / rainbow on the way, we would stop the vehicle right away to catch the beauty of it.
We usually sleep very late on these trips as we play a lot of group games and most people feel they will miss the precious time with the group members and decides to stay awake.
I HAVEN’T HEARD ABOUT THIS COMPANY BEFORE, WHERE CAN I READ MORE ?
Here are few places you can read more about the brand and trips
Gaumukh Tapovan Trek | One in the orange jacket
Gaumukh Tapovan Trek is a thrillfest with gigantic views of the cow-shaped Gaumukh Glacier which is also one of the main water sources of the holy Ganges. The trek offers breathtaking views of the Gangotri peaks - Shivling, Thalay Sagar, and Meru.
Product Currency: INR
Product Price: 17500
Price Valid Until: 2023-12-25
Product In-Stock: InStock
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