Key Highlights
Altitude
6577M
Days
14D -13N
Exp. Leader
10+ Year
Uttarakhand
Group Size
5 - 10 Max
Transport
Uttarkashi
Overview
Mt. Gangotri 1,2,3 Expedition
Gangotri III is a mountain peak located in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand, India. It has an elevation of 6,577 meters (21,591 feet) and is considered a challenging peak to climb. If you are interested in planning an expedition to Gangotri III, here are some things you should know:
Physical fitness: Climbing Gangotri III is a challenging and demanding task that requires excellent physical fitness, endurance, and mental toughness. It is important to train beforehand to ensure you are in top physical shape.
Weather conditions: The weather conditions in the Himalayas can be unpredictable and harsh. It is essential to plan your expedition during the right time of the year, typically from May to October, when the weather is relatively stable.
Key Highlights
Altitude
6577M
Days
14D -13N
Uttrakhand
Group Size
5 - 10 Max
Exp. Leader
10+ Year
Transport
Uttarkashi
Complete
Itinerary of trek
- Explore to Vishwanath Temple.
- Preparation for further move.
We will spend the night at a guest house in Uttarkashi.
- Mount Gangotri lll expedition starts from the holy city of Gangotri. The drive from Uttarkashi to Gangotri is a 100 km road trip through winding mountain roads. Vehicles will pick you up at Uttarkashi hotel at 08:00 AM. You can expect to reach Gangotri by evening.
- After reaching Gangotri, we will attend evening aarti at Gangotri temple. and seek blessings for successful completion of the campaign.
- We will spend the night at a guest house in Gangotri.
Morning walk from Nala camp and walk towards Gangotri base camp. Soon after the walk begins, you will leave the tree-line behind and welcome you. to the lush green meadows of the Rudugaira Valley. This up and down meadow walk continues about an hour before base camp. The last hour of the walk is on rocky moraine type terrain and the remains of the Rudugaira Glacier. Base camp is a staging area for many of the surrounding peaks. The three peaks of Gangotri Massif (Gangotri-I, Gangotri-II and Gangotri-III). all come from this base camp. The technical trekking expedition of the Colonel of Auden col . also has the same location as the base camp with overnight tents.
- Base Camp Acclimatization day.
- Overnight stay in tents.
Next 6 days for Acclimatization, Establish higher camps and summit Mt. Gangotri III (6,577M).
All meals with high altitude food
- Get down Gangotri.
- Overnight stay in Hotel
- Drive to Uttarkashi 100 km 5.6 hrs
- Departure day.
Guidelines
Things to carry
- Footwear: Trekking Boots (snow and water proof), normal walking boots, and floaters.
- Few pairs of warm/woolen socks.
- Luggage: Backpack (50 liters), Daypack (20-30 ltr), Duffel bag.
- Clothes: Waterproof breathable jacket & pants, Jacket (synthetic or fleece of down feather), insulated pants (Synthetic), Poncho, Sweatshirt, inner thermal (upper & lower), fleece, t-shirts, cotton trekking pants, shorts. * clothing as per the season
- Gear for Hand & Head: Liner glove, Bandanna, Sun hat, Woolen caps, Face mask etc. Accessories: Sunglasses/Goggles, anti-glare glasses, water bottle, hydra pack, Headlamp with spare bulb and extra batteries.
- Trekking Gears: Emergency tool kit.
- Protection and First-Aid: Sunscreen, toiletry kit, water purification tablets, Zip-lock bags, ear plugs, first-aid and all essential medicines.
- Camping Equipment: Sleeping bags (extreme -5 to +5 Celsius) with liner, trekking poles, etc.
- Shirts / T-shirts – 2/3, Warm shirt/light micro fleece pullover/full sleeve T shirt
- Trekking Pants that are water resistant/repellent and having inside lining for extra warmth- 2
- Windproof/water resistant outer shell (jacket) of good quality with a proper hood
- Down jacket with min 600 fill power rating, Thick Fleece / Full-sleeve Woollen sweater Thermal inner wear (upper and lower)
- Woollen cap, Inner fleece gloves, Outer water proof gloves
- Thick woollen socks and regular socks (4 – 5 pairs), Scarf/muffler (optional)
- Comfortable waterproof Trekking/Hiking shoes that come with a thick sole and high ankles
- Camp shoes such as sneakers/sport shoes
- Raincoat / Poncho
- Small light weight towel
- Insulated water bottle and hydration pack (optional)
- Cap / floppy hat to keep the strong sun away from your face, Sun glasses with UV protection and ability to cut the glare (important when traversing through snow) Sturdy walking stick / Trekking pole
- Sunscreen Lotion, Lip Balm
- Torch / Flashlight (with extra batteries)
- Medicines, if requiring any specific medication
- Personal toiletries
- Day pack/small bag which you will carry on your back every day and keep your essentials in it
- Carry rain cover for your bags
- Keep a few poly bags or waterproof bags in your bag in which if required you can put your belongings in case of heavy rain
Mandatory Personal Medical Kit
- Diamox – 10 tablets (to prevent AMS)
- Dexamethasone – one strip
- Nifedipine – 5 tablets
- Crocin – 6 tablets (fever)
- Avomine – 4 tablets (motion sickness)
- Avil 25mg – 4 tablets (allergies)
- Combiflam – 4 tablets (Pain killer)
- Norflox TZ & Lomofen– 6 tablets each (diarrhea)
- Digene – 10 tablets (acidity)
- Omez/ Rantadine – 10 tablets (antacids)
- Crepe bandage – 3 to 5 meters
- Gauze – 1 small roll
- Band aid – 10 strips
- Cotton – 1 small roll
- ORS – 10 packets
- Betadine or any antiseptic cream
- Moov spray (aches, & sprains)
- Knee cap, if you are prone to knee injury
- Anti fungal powder