Dayara Bugyal Trek

This bugyal and ridge trek combines real mountain terrain, steady altitude gain and a clear objective at approximately High altitude Himalayan route. It works well for fit trekkers who want a proper Himalayan route with strong scenery, camp-based nights and manageable daily progression.

Duration: As per itinerary
Maximum altitude: High altitude Himalayan route
Difficulty: Moderate
Best season: Season varies by year and conditions

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What shapes this journey

Actual trekking pace, camp positions and driving time depend on weather, road conditions and the group profile.
Altitude adaptation, equipment and staff structure should be planned according to the current season and the trekkers' experience.
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Route plan

Day-wise itinerary

Day 1

Rishikesh – Barsu (205 kms/7-8 hrs) In the morning after breakfast drive to Barsu (2300 mt.) via Uttarkashi. The drive takes you through the picturesque Garhwal Mountains along with the holy Ganges. Over night stay. Day 02 : Barsu – Barnala Bugyal (6 kms/3-4 hrs) Today we will start our trek to Barnala Bugyal (2910 mt.). This is the first day of our trek. We start ascending a trail through pine forests to Barnala Bugyal. The peak, Draupadi ka Danda is seen all along the trail. Over night stay. Day 03 : Barnala Bugyal – Dayara Bugyal (6 kms/2.5 hrs) We trek on a well-laid out trail through the pine forests and get above the tree line onto the alpine meadows of Dayara Bugyal (3700 mt.). This beautiful sloping meadow is an attraction for skiers during winter. Over night stay.

Day 2

Dayara Bugyal – Bakaria Top & Back In the morning after breakfast trek to Bakaria Top (3820 mt.) Our route is through Rolling Meadows, on one side we can see peaks Kalang and Draupadi ka Danda and on the other deep valley, back in day time. Over night stay. Day 05 : Dayara Bugyal to Barsu (12 kms/05 hrs.) Morning trek back from Dayara Bugyal to Barsu. Day time arrival at Barsu, Lunch & time free to explore around. Over night stay.

Day 3

Barsu – Rishikesh (205 kms/7-8 hrs) Morning after breakfast drive from Barsu to Rishikesh. Arrival at Rishikesh. check in to the camp. Over night stay.