Selaqui to Gangotri

• Permits

  Ensure you have your Yatra permit ready for inspection at check-posts.
• Hydration

  Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration at high altitudes.
• Vehicle Check

  Get your vehicle's brakes and tires checked before starting the climb.
• Local Food

  Try the local Pahadi dal and rice at small dhabas in Uttarkashi.
• Photography

  Carry extra batteries as cold weather drains them quickly.

• Landslide Zones

  Avoid traveling during heavy rain as the route is prone to landslides.
• Night Driving

  Avoid driving after sunset on mountain roads due to poor visibility.
• Medical Kit

  Carry a basic first-aid kit with motion sickness medication.
• Emergency Numbers

  Save the contact details of the local district administration.

• Is Gangotri open all year?
  No, the temple closes during winter due to heavy snowfall.
• Can I drive to Gangotri?
  Yes, the road is motorable up to the temple town.
• Is there a train to Gangotri?
  No, the nearest railhead is Rishikesh or Dehradun.
• How is the road condition?
  Roads are generally good but narrow in some sections.
• Are there ATMs in Gangotri?
  ATMs are very limited; withdraw cash in Uttarkashi.

• From Selaqui, Uttarakhand, India
• To Gangotri, Uttarakhand, India
• Modes

May to June and September to October for clear weather and accessible roads.