Overview
Dayara Bugyal is one of the most beautiful high altitude meadows of the country located in the Gangotri range of himalayas in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand. Perched at an altitude of 3408 metres above sea level, this meadow has everything a trekker wishes for. Equally beautiful throughout the year, Dayara Bugyal covers an astonishing area of 28 km and is among the highest and largest meadows which attracts hundreds of tourists and trekkers from all over the country. With magnificient views of the Himalayan peaks like Mt. Bandarpoonch, Kalanag, Jaonli, Srikanth, and the Gangotri group of peaks. Hike to Dayara Bugyal starts from a small village called Raithal which is 30 km from Uttarkashi. The hike to Dayara Bugyal is of 8 km and is of easy to medium grade. The trek trail passes through thick coniferous forests and then opens to a vast grassland i.e. Dayara Bugyal. This trek is accessible throughout the year and offers different views seasonally. It is also a perfect skiing location for the skiing lovers in the months of January and February.
What is special about Dayara Bugyal trekking ?
• The trek trail being of easy to moderate level, it requires less fitness levels and is suitable to every age group and people as compared to other Himalayan treks
• Hike to one of the highest meadows of India
• Accessible throughout the year and is beautiful in all seasons. Greenery from Apr – Oct and Snow laden trails from Nov-Mar
• A small trek offering bigger mountain experiences
• Easy Trek which can be done by any one. Lesser efforts with greater rewards
• A complete peace offering place at the summit view
• The destination offers a complete 360 degree view of mighty Himalayan peaks. Mt. Bandarpoonch, Mt Jaonli, Mt. Srikanth and Mt. Draupadi ka Danda seems at an arms distance from the Bugyal
Itinerary
Day 01: Dehradun to Raithal
Altitude: 2,000 m, 185 km drive
• The trekkers will be picked up from Dehradun Railway Station at 7:00 am from where the journey will begin. Haridwar is well connected with Delhi through railway and road route. Overnight buses and trains are available
• 185 km road ride to Raithal from Dehradun crossing the cities of Rishikesh, Chamba and Uttarkashi travelling across the river Bhagirathi, the main source of River Ganga
• Breakfast and lunch during the travel will be provided in the road side inns. The cost of the meals during the travel will be paid by the individual
• Arrival at Raithal village, a small village located 20 km above the city of Uttarkashi which serves as the starting point of the trek
• Overnight at the homestay in Raithal
• A quick introduction & briefing session with the trek leader and fellow trekkers
• Dinner and rest at the homestay
Day 02: Trek from Raithal to Gui campsite
Altitude: 2,898 metres, 5 km trek
• Hike to Gui Campsite from Raithal after the breakfast
• A 5 km ascend trek to Gui campsite of easy grade passing through patches of forest
• Arrival at the Gui campsite, hot lunch at the campsite
• An evening acclimatisation walk in the nearby area
• Evening refreshments and snacks post walk
• Dinner at the campsite
• Overnight stay at the camps
Day 03: Trek from Gui campsite to Dayara Bugyal – back to Gui campsite
Altitude: 3,408 metres, 4 km trek
• Hike to Dayara Bugyal from the campsite after the breakfast
• The trek trail to Dayara Bugyal is of moderate ascent passing through the forests of Oak and Rhododendrons with level walks in between till Dayara
• Rest and packed lunch at the Dayara View point
• Hike back to Gui Campsite from Dayara top
• Arrival at the campsite followed by evening refreshments and snacks
• Trekkers will be provided dinner and stay at the campsite
Day 04: Trek from Gui Campsite to Raithal – Travel to Dehradun
Altitude: 2,898 metres, 5 km trek and 185 km drive
• Descend back to Raithal village from Gui after breakfast on a 5 km descend trail. Hike through the same way from where we have ascended
• A 185 km drive back to Dehradun from Raithal village passing through Uttarkashi, Chamba and Rishikesh
• Expected time of arrival in Dehradun will be late evening – so you can plan your travel further accordingly
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