Dayara Bugyal Trek 2023 – Panorama of Magnificent Mountains

5 Days
Group : 8-15 People
Guided Trek
Difficulty: Easy
Start: Uttarkashi
Max Altitude : 3780 m

Imagine yourself at a height of 3600 metres, sitting in a lovely meadow with flowers all around you, gazing at the magnificent Himalayan peaks with friends by your side. In short, Dayara Bugyal Trek is exactly that!

In the winters, the whole Dayara Bugyal is a vast expanse of white, covered in snow. That is to say, with a beautiful view of the forest in front of you, the chilliness of the place is mesmerizing.

So, go on a trek to Dayara Bugyal to bring your imagination to life!

The Dayara Bugyal trek begins in the quaint little village of Raithal in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi district. It’s also a good choice for beginners because of the easy gradient. Moreover, the trek will take us to a high altitude meadow at 12,000 ft.

During the winter season, this lush green expanse of meadows is a great place to go skiing. Moreover, this stunning location is surrounded by the mighty snow-capped mountains.

With views of local huts, grazing sheep, and views of the valley and high-rise mountains, the Dayara Bugyal Trek is a complete package that takes you through beautiful Oak forests, clear water bodies, and sprawling grasslands. Above all, in the areas where streams and brooks run through the pastures, wildflowers bloom.

Departure & Return Location

Dehradun I.S.B.T (Google Map)

Meeting Time

7 A.M

Price Includes

Activity: Trekking, Camping, etc
Accommodation during Trek (Camping)
Meals during Trek (Veg)
All season Camping tents on twin sharing basis, Sleeping bags with adequate sub-zero temperature rating, comfortable mattress
Safety Equipment includes static rescue rope, seat harness, carabiners, pulleys, ice-axe, micro-spikes, slings
Forest Permits/Camping Charges/Permits, Trek Permit Fee/IMF Permission – up to the amount charged for Indian Nationals.
Mountaineering course certified Trek Leader with First Aid knowledge
Experienced Local guide, cook, helpers
Porters or mules for carrying common luggage
Exhaustive First Aid kit including portable oxygen cylinder, oximeter

Price Excludes

Transportation
Meals during the road journey
Insurance
Any expenses of personal nature
Mules or porter to carry personal luggage. (extra luggage, if any can be left at the base camp with the authorities)
Cost Escalation due to natural reasons
Any expense not specified in the inclusion list

What to Expect

Flora & FaunaWhile hiking through the oak and pine tree forest trails, you may even come face to face with Himalayan Brown Bears and see wolf prints in the meadows.
Majestic viewsSnow-capped peaks such as the Gangotri massif, Bandarpoonch, Bhagirathi, and Black Peak can be seen.
Beautiful Campsites Camping amidst the tall tress, and clearings in the forest allows you to experience the calmness of nature
Sub-zero temperaturesAlways expect temperatures upto -10 C in a winter trek. Follow our packing list to prepare.

Dayara Bugyal Trek Itinerary

Day 1Arrival in Raithal

Distance: 185 km
Time Taken: 9 hours
Altitude: 2,150 m (7,054 ft)

The Dayara Bugyal Trek starts from a charming little village in the Uttarkashi district, Raithal. The drive from Dehradun to Raithal is a 185 Km road journey through winding mountain roads.

If you book transport with us, the vehicles will pick you up at Dehradun I.S.B.T at 7 am. We will be travelling via Mussorie and Tehri. You will get amazing views of the Tehri Dam. We will have breakfast and lunch on the way. You can expect to reach Raithal by evening.

The stay will be in a hotel/guest house and you can see a sensational view of the sunset in the valley. After that, your trek leader will brief you properly about all the details of the trek, and dinner will be served.

Day 2Raithal to Gui

Distance: 3.5 km
Time Taken: 5 hours
Altitude: 2,950 m (9,680 ft.)

We will be starting the trek today. After waking up early in the morning, we’ll have a healthy breakfast and a warm-up session to get going. The trail to the Gui campsite is a gradual uphill trek that initially takes you through the village. Moreover, you can see the villagers involved in their day to day activities.

You will soon enter the forest of the tall oaks. Keep following the well-marked trail all the way to the Gui campsite. The campsite is in a small clearing in the middle of the forest. Therefore, near the campsite, you can find charming village huts. Gui offers nearly identical views to Raithal, with clear views of the Gangotri range and Shrikanth peak. You can unwind and re-energize yourself while gazing at the beautiful night sky.

Day 3Gui to Chilapada

Distance: 3 km
Time Taken: 2 hours
Altitude: 3,260 m (10,700 ft)

Today is going to be the easiest day of the trek. This day is to acclimatize your body to high altitude conditions in the mountains. So, make sure that you keep drinking enough water throughout the trek.

The trail to the next campsite i.e. Chilapada is a gentle uphill climb through the forest and into another clearing. We will be having hot lunch today after reaching the campsite. Above all, the Dayara Bugyal trek has a beautiful view of Bandarpoonch, but you will also see many other magnificent peaks. You can stroll around and explore the area after lunch.

In the evening, the trek leader will give you more information about the dos and don’ts at high altitudes. After that, have tea, snacks and let your mind take a break from the chaos of the civilization.

Day 4Chilapada to Dayara Top & back to Nayata

Distance: 10 km
Time: 9 Hours
Altitude: 3,800 m (12,467 ft)

The big day has arrived! We will be trekking to the highest point of the Dayara Bugyal today i.e. Dayara Top. We will start the trek from the camp after breakfast. After that, as soon as you leave the forest behind, you enter the much-awaited Dayara Bugyal. Moreover, as soon as you enter the meadow, a vista of mountains is waiting for you!

After that, we will be trekking to the highest point of the Dayara Bugyal to get the best views of the Gangotri massif, Mt. Bandarpoonch and of the valley on the other side. The trek to Dayara Top seems easy when you’re walking in the shadows of these majestic mountains.

Once you reach the top, the views of the valleys on the other side are awaiting you. Above all, this moment is sure to feel overwhelming because of the untouched raw beauty of nature.

After spending some time here and revelling in the beauty, we’ll start retracing our steps back to the Nayata campsite.

Day 5Nayata to Raithal & Drive to Dehradun

Distance: 5 km & 185 km (Drive)
Time Taken: 3 hours & 8 hours (Drive)
Altitude: 430 m (1,410 ft)

We will be descending back to civilization today. So, say goodbye to the panorama of the majestic mountains and after having a healthy breakfast, we’ll start retracing our steps back to Raithal.

Today is the day you’ll be parting ways with your trek leader, trek mates, and support staff. So, it is sure to be an emotional moment for everyone after spending a week in the mountains together.

If you opt for transportation with us, your vehicles will pick you up in Raithal after the trek and leave you at Dehradun I.S.B.T by 8 PM. But, if you plan to continue your travels, you can say goodbye to us at Raithal.

Dayara Bugyal Trek Map

Peaks Visible From Dayara Top

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Dayara Bugyal Trek Photos

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time to do this trek?

The best time and season to do the Dayara Bugyal Trek is in the winter season because Dayara Bugyal is famous for the snow.

Best Season – December to March

But, if you want to beat the crowd, and don’t want snow, you can do it in any season.

How to reach Dayara Bugyal from Delhi?

You can reach the basecamp of the Dayara Bugyal Trek (i.e. Raithal) in the following ways:

By Road: Raithal is around 42 km from Uttarkashi. From Delhi or any other city, you can reach Uttarkashi by either taking a bus from Dehradun or a shared taxi from Dehradun. From Uttarkashi, you can take a shared taxi to Raithal.

Above all, try to reach Uttarkashi as early as possible because it is sometimes difficult to find a shared taxi to Raithal. So, you may have to book the complete taxi if you’re late.

By Air: You can fly to Dehradun and continue your journey on the road.

By Train: You can take a train to Dehradun and continue your journey on the road. There is no rail connectivity in Uttarkashi.

Where is Dayara Bugyal?

Dayara Bugyal is high altitude meadow in Uttarkashi district. The trek to Dayara Bugyal starts from Ratihal village, which is around 42 km from Uttarkashi town.

What are the requirements for participation?

All participants are expected to be confident that they are physically and mentally fit and able to complete the itinerary of their chosen event as defined in the itinerary.

Any minors between 10 and 17 years of age must accompany their parent or guardian who assumes full responsibility for them to participate in the adventure activity or event. Any unaccompanied, underage minor will not be allowed to participate in the adventure activity.

How to make a booking with us?

You can make your booking at our website www.advenchar.com or you can contact us at hello@advenchar.com.

You must be at least 18 years old to make a booking with us. After the booking, our team will send you a confirmation of the booking.

We understand that you may have to change your travel plans due to the Covid-19 situation, so considering this we have introduced a Book Now, Pay Later facility for all the participants. However, you will be required to pay the full amount at least 15 days prior to the departure date.

How do I cancel/modify my booking?

If you wish to cancel/modify your existing booking, you can do so by logging in to www.advenchar.com, and pay through the dashboard or you can drop us a mail at hello@advenchar.com with all the details of your booking, and we’ll cancel it for you.

What is cancellation policy?

You can claim a 100% refund if you choose to cancel your booking before 15 days. The refund will primarily be in the form of a voucher valid for 12 months. You can also opt for a cash refund provided the booking is not part of a promotional offer or a coupon code provided by Advenchar.

Refund

Before 15 days from departure date – 100% refund.
Between 15 days and 7 days from departure date – 70% refund.
Less than 7 days from departure date – You can modify your trek free of cost, and transfer it to a friend/family member.

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