Dayara Bugyal Trek 8

Dayara Bugyal Trek June 2026

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Dayara Bugyal Trek 8

Dayara Bugyal Trek June 2026

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Rs. 18,373.95 incl. GST
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Dayara Bugyal Trek (Uttarakhand): Walk into a Himalayan meadow

Dayara Bugyal is one of the most beautiful high-altitude meadows in the Indian Himalayas. The trail takes you through quiet oak and rhododendron forests, open ridgelines, and finally into a wide green “bugyal” (grass meadow) that feels like a natural balcony to the mountains. It is a trek that delivers big scenery without feeling overwhelming, which makes it a strong choice for first-time trekkers and a refreshing, short escape for experienced hikers.

What makes this trek special

From the moment you step out of the forest line, the landscape opens up. You get long, sweeping views, crisp mountain air, and a sense of space that is hard to find elsewhere. The route is scenic throughout, with frequent photo points, gentle meadow walks, and stunning sunrises and sunsets when you are camping.

A well-paced Himalayan experience

This trek is designed to be comfortable and conversion-friendly for a landing page promise: steady daily hikes, a rewarding summit or viewpoint day, and enough time to enjoy the meadows instead of rushing through them. With a trained team, clear safety routines, and a supportive group environment, you can focus on the experience while the logistics stay smooth.

Perfect for a short holiday adventure

If you want a real Himalayan trek but have limited time, Dayara Bugyal is ideal. You get forests, meadows, and mountain views in a short itinerary, with a strong sense of achievement at the end.

Join us on this amazing Himalayan Experience. Reserve your slot Now!

Itinerary

Day 1 - Sun 7 Jun 2026

Haridwar- Barsu (Drive: 229 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 2 - Mon 8 Jun 2026

Barsu - Barnala Bugyal (Trek: 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 3 - Tue 9 Jun 2026

Barnala Bugyal - Dayara Bugyal (Trek: 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 4 - Wed 10 Jun 2026

Dayara Bugyal – Bakaria Top & Back (Trek: 5-6 hrs)

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 5 - Thu 11 Jun 2026

Dayara Bugyal to Barsu (Trek: 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 6 - Fri 12 Jun 2026

Barsu – Haridwar (Drive: 229 kms/7-8 hrs)

Morning after breakfast drive from Barsu to Rishikesh. Arrival at Rishikesh.

Important Info

Dayara Bugyal Trek – Walk Into Endless Himalayan Meadows

Dayara Bugyal is not just a trek—it’s an experience of walking through one of India’s most breathtaking alpine meadows, where vast grasslands stretch endlessly beneath towering Himalayan peaks.

Situated in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand, this trek is perfect for beginners and seasoned explorers alike. The trail gradually ascends through dense oak and rhododendron forests before opening into expansive meadows at around 12,000 ft.

What makes Dayara truly special is its versatility—lush green carpets in summer, golden hues in autumn, and snow-covered landscapes in winter.

Trek Highlights

  • Panoramic views of Bandarpoonch, Draupadi Ka Danda & Gangotri range
  • Beginner-friendly yet deeply rewarding
  • Vast bugyals (meadows) spread across kilometers
  • Magical winter snow trek experience
  • Ideal for photography, stargazing & slow travel

Quick Facts

  • Duration: 6 Days
  • Max Altitude: ~12,000 ft
  • Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
  • Distance: ~18–22 km
  • Base Camp: Barsu

Dayara Bugyal is one of the rare treks that is beautiful almost all year round:

Winter (Dec – Feb)

  • Snow-covered meadows
  • Ideal for snow trekking & beginners
  • Magical white landscapes

Spring/Summer (Apr – June)

  • Lush green meadows
  • Rhododendron blooms
  • Pleasant weather

Autumn (Sep – Nov)

  • Clear skies & sharp mountain views
  • Golden grasslands

⚠️ Avoid peak monsoon due to slippery trails

Registration Process:

In order to complete the registration process, we need the following:

  1. Participation Form: (available in the downloads section at the bottom of the page)
    Kindly print this form, fill it up, sign it and send a scanned copy to
    care@greatoutdoorsindia.com
    You are requested to hand over the physical copy at the trek or you can send to our office
    by courier. It is important to note that carrying the hard copy with us is mandatory for
    forest permissions and other legal aspects.
  2. Indemnity Form:
    This is a part of the participation form itself. It is mandatory for all participants to print, fill
    and sign this form as well.
  3. Medical Fitness Certificate:
    We need you to print the medical certificate and get it signed and stamped by your doctor.
  4. Payment:
    Full payment of the trekking fees in advance is mandatory for the registration process.
  • Transportation: Haridwar to Uttarkashi and back from Uttarkashi to Haridwar in Non A/C
    Jeeps/Bus.
  • Accommodation: Accommodation in multiple sharing tents with separate arrangement for Gents and Ladies
    (Haridwar accommodation NOT INCLUDED)
  • Food: Delicious and nutritious veg.  food will be served during the trek   (From Breakfast on Jun 7th to Evening tea
    on Jun 12th) 
  • Equipment required for trekking in Snow will be provided; participants are to bring their warm clothing.
  • Leaders and guides: The trekking team will be accompanied by the co-founder of Great Outdoors, Parag Lagu who is an experienced trekker and trek leader himself and also local qualified guides.
  • Forest Entree fee and required Permits
  • Back Pack carrying: Participants are expected to carry their own personal belongings. Common Equipment and sleeping bags, Tents etc will be provided & carried by porters
  • Certificate: Participants will be awarded with a particiption certificate on successfully completing the trek.
  • Pre/post trek arrival/departure, facilitation/travel
    cost to and from the trek's joining and dispersal locations, etc
    e.g. Package begins from 6am on 7th June at Rushikesh. Any accomodation or travel till the assembly point are excluded. Similary, any accmodation or travel atter reaching Rushikesh on the evening of 12th June are excluded.
  • Cost of any form of insurance, rescue, evacuation, hospitalization, etc
  • Cost of any food,or snacks, or personal shopping items that the participant purchase on their own at any shops before, during or after the trek
  • Costs incurred due to delays in arrival/departure of any means of transportation resulting from landslides, floods, or other natural
    or manmade causes over which Great Outdoors has no control
  • Anything which is not mentioned above

Complete checklist:

Common Luggage will be carried on Mules.
Common Luggage includes Tents, Kitchen, Sleeping Bags, Sleeping Mats, Crockery and Cuttlery.
Participants are expected to carry their own luggage on their backs in backpacks or Rucsacks.
You may offload your personal luggage on Mules. You may also hire a personal porter. Both these come at an additional cost. Kindly contact us for more details.

Onward Journey


Assembly and start of our Journey is on 7th June at Haridwar Station at 6 am
You can either reach Haridwar on 6th June itself and stay overnight.
The nearest Airport is Dehradun Airport.
Hotel suggestions for staying at Haridwar will be shared shortly.

Optionally you can travel by an overnight train from Delhi to Haridwar.
Train Suggestion - Catch the Kota Dehradun AC Express from New Delhi at H Nizamuddin Station at 23:50 hrs on 6th June. This train reaches Haridwar Jn on 7th June early morning at 03:50 hrs

Return Journey

We reach Haridwar Jn on 12th June at around 7/8 pm
Kindly do not book any connecting journey from Haridwar before 10 pm . Himalayan roads always face uncertainty in terms of traffic and landslides.

Again there are 2 options
One can stay over at haridwar and then continue the return journey the next day
Hotel Suggestions are same as above.
Or book an overnight train from Haridwar Jn to Delhi or whichever other city.
Train Suggestions:
Mussorrie Express departng at 23:16 from Haridwar to Old Delhi Station at 7:15 am

Adventure is thrilling and fun. But it inherently brings risk. We try to mitigate the risks through our expertise and experience. Kindly follow all instructions given by the trek leader and the local guides for your own safety.
Smoking affects your lungs and breathing. Acclimatizing your body at high altitudes is very crucial for a joyful trek. We discourage smoking at high atltiude .If you smoke, please step away from the campsite.
Be sensitive and courteous to others.
Drinking alcohol and consuming drugs during the trek is strictly prohibited.
Any decision taken by the leader will be binding on the participants; be it about making a participant leave the trek half-way o even changing the course of route of the trek.
In case of extreme weather conditions, we may even cancel the trek mid-way.
All these decisions will be taken keeping the safety of all participants at the forefront.

Emergency Contacts:
Great Outdoors Mumbai Office: Mr Dilip Lagu - 9820111741
Local Guide Office - Mr Mohit - Alpine adventure
Nearest Hospital at Uttarkashi -
Nearest Police Station -

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Frequently asked questions

Who can Participate? What is the Eligibility?

Anybody of the age 18 or above. He / She should be physically and medically fit to participate in an adventurous activity at high altitude up to 13000 ft above sea level.
Note that although the trek is easy, it involves walking on uneven sloping surfaces in natural terrain for a few hours carrying load on your backs.

What is the Trek's Difficulty Level?

This trek is of an Easy to Moderate Difficulty Grade. It is designed for Beginners as well as regular trekkers.

How should I prepare for the trek?

Although the trek is of easy grade, we highly reccommend preparing anf maintatining basic physical fitness. Basic physical fitness means ability to walk 5 km non-stop in 45 mins and ability to run 3 km non-stop in 20 mins.

What all should I carry with me?

Kindly refer to the Checklist section under Important Information for detailed list. No need to carry unnecessary luggage.

What is the cancellation and refund policy?

It is important to note that we need to book your accommodation well in advance. Hence, full refund is not possible. For the full cancellation and refund policy please refer to he corresponding section under important information.

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