Dayara Bughyal Trek

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Dayara Bugyal is a meadow trek that can be done in either 3 days or 5 days depending on the route that you follow. The trek starts from either Raithal or Barsu and often is done in a loop with trekkers returning to the same basecamp they start the trek from, i.e. Raithal or Barsu. Another unique option is to start the trek from Raithal and end the trek at Barsu. This unique itinerary allows trekkers to experience more in the same trekking duration. The Dayara meadows are known for their beauty and the lush green meadows turn into a sprawling snow ground during the winter months and is ideal for skiing or snowboarding as well. This is usually possible from December end to early March. Views of Gangotri range rewards the trekkers and peaks such as Srikantha (6,133 m), Jaonli (6,632 m) & Draupadi ka Danda are visible. On the route we go through amazing Oak forests. While descending from Dayara towards Barsu, we come across Barnala Meadows with Barnala Tal, a small lake with beautiful views of snow caped peaks in the background.

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Trek Schedule : Dayara Bughyal Trek

Boarding Preference:
Delhi to Delhi
  • 1

    Join the group at New Delhi railway station at by 2pm and start your journey towards Dehradun by train. Overnight at Dehradun.

  • 2

    We start our trip from Dehradun railway station at 6:00 am, and move towards Raithal village. It takes around 8 hours to reach Raithal. Raithal village is the base camp for the Dayara Bugyal trek which is 32km from Uttarkashi and its on the way to Gangotri. We will be passing through Mussoorie, Chamba, and Uttarkashi. There will be an Overnight stay at Raithal in a Homestay or Guest House

  • 3

    After early breakfast, we begin our trek. Raithal to Upper Raithal is a quick hike of simply 1 km which may be effortlessly performed in much less than an hour. It is a perfect campsite to mark the start of the trek with beautiful views of Mt. Shrikanth, Mt. Jaunli & Mt. Draupadi ka Danda. Moving ahead you’ll witness a stunning forest full of flora and fauna. A 4 km step by step ascending course from Upper Raithal ends in shepherd huts at Ghuyin, an old-fashioned little hamlet instantly out of a mythical world. After a quick rest at Ghuyin, we’ll start moving to Chilpada The path from Ghuyin to Chilpada is easy. Shepherd huts mark the start of Dayara Bugyal. This day trek is going through open land and dense woodland at exceptional locations. You will witness igloo huts a beautiful lake(Gui taal) in Gui, a majestic landscape of Rhododendrons, and a forest covered with Silver oaks & Deodar trees. Visible peaks from Chilpada base camp will be Mt.Shreekantha, Mt.Gangotri, Mt.Jaunli, and more.

  • 4

    Wake up at sunrise to witness the spectacular beauty of Dayara Bugyal. Starting from Chillpada to Dayara Bugyal. Dayara bugyal is one of the most beautiful meadows in India. it’s Vast and pristine offers different landscapes in different seasons, You can go to the summit of Bakaria Top, which is 3 km from Dayara Bugyal. you can explore the region, and then we trek down to Barnala Tal. We set up our camps at Barnala taal. On this day, we can explore the nearby Gidara Bugyal and walk on the ridge connecting Dayara to Assi Ganga valley. The Banderpunch massif, Mt Gangotri, Draupadi ka Danda, the Black peak can be seen clearly from here. We trek back to our camp.

  • 5

    We trek downhill back to Barsu and leave in our vehicle for Harsil. We reach by afternoon. The place has a small army cantonment with a helipad and a Garhwali village. It’s a tiny hamlet away from the crowd and we walk about soaking in the environment. There are several forest trails around the village. From Barsu we hop into a vehicle and drive to Gangnani, an hours’ drive away which boasts a hot water spring, or the quaint Harsil which has magnificent camp grounds, lying on the route to Gangotri.

  • 6

    We drive back to Dehradun and reach by early evening. The drive from Harsil or Gangnani (depending on where we stayed the night) to Dehradun takes around 8 to 9 hours to reach. We will be dropping you at Dehradun railway station. Trekkers can further choose to head to Rishikesh for rafting or zipline adventure or relax in a resort in Tapovan.

  • 7

    Proceed for New Delhi by train in the morning. Arrival at New Delhi by 1pm and proceed for your onward journey back home.

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Things to Carry: Dayara Bughyal Trek

  • Backpack (40 to 60 Litres) 
  • Trekking Shoes (with rubber sole) 
  • 3-4 Cotton shirts 
  • 2 Trekking Pants or track pants 
  • Sweater OR Pullover OR Jacket 
  • Thermal wear (optional) 
  • Daypack (optional if you are offloading the backpack) 
  • Waist Pouch (to keep important things handy) 
  • Woollen Scarf or Buff 
  • Woollen & Cotton socks (4-5 Pairs) 
  • Chappals 
  • Gloves (1 pair woollen, 1 pair waterproof) 
  • Light raincoat or Poncho 
  • Headlamp or Led Torch (with extra batteries) 
  • Trekking Pole (optional) 
  • Water Bottle 
  • Lunch Box 
  • Electoral Powder or ORS or Glucon-D 
  • Sewing Kit (Thread, Needle, Buttons) 
  • Sun glasses (Avoid Blue Shade) 
  • Note book & Pen 
  • Camera (optional) 
  • Toiletries (Sunscreen, Cold Cream, Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Shampoo, etc.) 
  • Small and big plastic bags 
  • Backpack Rain cover 
  • Personal medical Kit (Pain Killer, Band-aid, antiseptic cream, cotton)

Important Notes: Dayara Bughyal Trek

Fees Include & Exclude

    Fees Include

    • Transportation & common accommodation from Delhi to Delhi.
    • Vegetarian meals along the trek route from the Base Camp to Base Camp.
    • Sleeping bag, mattress, tents, kitchen tent, toilet tent, utensils and crampon (if required).
    • Professional outdoor experts, guide, cook and support staff. All necessary entry fees and permits.
    • First aid medical kit. Porters/mules to carry common equipment.

    Fees does not include

    • Clothing of personal nature like trek shoes, kit bags, day packs, down jackets and other special clothing etc.
    • Meals during transit from Delhi to Base Camp and back,
    • Medical expenses (apart from first aid).
    • Insurance.
    • Any kind of shopping, mineral water, optional sightseeing, and any other expenses of personal nature.
    • Personal luggage with mass not exceeding 12 kg per bag per person can be carried by porters/mules @ Rs 300 per day per bag
    • Any expenses arising out of unforeseen circumstances like flight delay / cancellation / hike in fare, strike or any other natural calamities or any emergency evacuation expenses.
    • Any other item not mentioned in the cost include section.