Gangnani Hot Springs: The Warm Stop on the Gangotri Road
Natural hot springs 45 km from our resort, right on the way to Gangotri. What to expect, when to go and how to fit it into your Gangotri day.
At a glance
| Where | On NH-34, the Uttarkashi–Gangotri highway |
|---|---|
| From our resort | 45 km, about 1.5 hours |
| What | Natural sulphur hot spring with a bathing kund and a small temple |
| Time needed | 30–60 minutes |
| Open | Year-round access while the road is open |
About Gangnani
Gangnani is a small roadside settlement where hot water rises from the hillside into a bathing tank, or kund. Pilgrims on the way to Gangotri stop for a warm bath, and local tradition links the spot to the sage Parashar. On a cold morning, steam rises off the water and the bath is a real treat after hours on the road.
What to expect
- Separate bathing areas are usually marked. Facilities are basic.
- Small dhabas nearby serve tea, parathas and Maggi.
- Carry a towel and a change of clothes.
- The water has a faint sulphur smell, which is natural.
Fitting it into a Gangotri trip
Most guests stop on the way back from Gangotri, when a hot soak feels best. A typical day from Uttarkashi: leave early, Gangotri darshan, lunch in Harsil, a bath at Gangnani, and back by evening. Other stops on the same road are in our places to visit guide.
Where to stay
Shiv Parivar Resort is on the banks of the Bhagirathi at Bhareti Chungi, New Bypass Road, 3 km before Uttarkashi town on the Gangotri highway. We have 18 river-facing rooms, a pure vegetarian kitchen, free morning yoga and a Shiva temple on site. Rooms start from ₹5,500 per night depending on season. See rooms or read our places to visit in Uttarkashi guide.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Gangnani from Uttarkashi?
About 45 km from Shiv Parivar Resort on the Gangotri highway, roughly 1.5 hours by road.
Can I bathe in the Gangnani hot spring?
Yes. There is a bathing kund fed by the natural hot water, with basic changing areas.
Is Gangnani on the way to Gangotri?
Yes, it is right on NH-34 between Uttarkashi and Harsil.