Dayara Bugyal Trek

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About Tour Package

Dayara Bugyal is a high altitude meadow in the Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarakhand, India, and it is one of those places where trekking feels calm, easy, and deeply connected to nature. This Special trek is perfect for a weekend adventure and suits beginners, families, and trekkers looking for an easy to moderate journey in the mountains.

Starting from Raithal village near Uttarkashi, the trek takes around 3 to 4 days to complete the entire trek route and covers nearly 18 to 22 km. The trail is not a long trail and mostly follows a well-paved path, making the walk comfortable even for first-time trekkers. Much of the journey includes walking through forest areas filled with pine, rhododendron, and maple trees. Trekking through the dense forest feels peaceful, with fresh air and rich vegetation all around.

As the trail gains height, the forest slowly opens into alpine pasturelands known as “bugyal”. The Dayara Bugyal meadow starts at 11,181 feet and reaches around 12,000 feet at Dayara Top. These natural grasslands are covered with lush green grass and seasonal flowers during summer months, which makes it an excellent summer tour for families and school groups. In winter, it feels like a winter wonderland and is counted among the best winter treks in the country. For snow lovers and adventure enthusiasts, winter months from December to Febrauary is the best time to visit Dayara Bugyal. During the time, the meadows remain snow covered, offering a peaceful and memorable experience with snowy trails and vast snow fields all around.

Bugyals are fragile ecosystems and an important part of the Himalayan terrain. These alpine meadows support grazing cattle, wildlife, and diverse flora and fauna. Conservation and sensitivity to nature are important here, and trekkers are encouraged to follow Leave No Trace and protect the environment while trekking and camping in the region.

One of the major highlights of the trek is camping near Gui Lake. The Gui Lake campsite offers a peaceful overnight stay surrounded by forests and picture-perfect views of the mountains. From here, it’s a day hike from Gui to Dayara Bugyal which rewards trekkers with endless grasslands and stunning views of the Himalayas. Mountain peaks like Mt. Bandarpunch, Black Peak, Srikanth, Draupadi Ka Danda, Janoli, and the Gangotri mountain range dominate the skyline.

With the support of Outdoor Hikers , this trek becomes safe, smooth, and enjoyable. Dayara Bugyal is not just a trek, but a beautiful experience of nature, meadows, forests, and mountains that stays with you long after the journey ends.

Stay connected to this page to learn more about Dayara Bugyal, including package details, group dates, itinerary, weather, distance, how to reach, route map, preparation tips, and more.

Region

Uttarakhand

Base camp

Raithal

Duration

4 Days

Grade

Easy-Moderate

Distance

22 km

Altitude

12,000 ft

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Tour Itinerary
Day 01: Dehradun to Natin | 185 Km Drive, 7-9 hour
The trekkers will be picked up from Prince Chowk which is near Dehradun Railway Station at 7.00 a.m. from where the journey will begin. Dehradun is well connected with Delhi through railway and road route. Overnight Buses and Trains are available.

A 185 km road ride to Natin Village from Dehradun Via Chinyalisaur 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 Natin village, a small village located 40 km from the city of Uttarkashi which serves as the starting point of the trek.

Stay at the homestay in Natin.

A quick introduction & briefing session with the trek leader and fellow trekkers.

Dinner and rest at the homestay.
Day 02: Trek from Natin to Gui Campsite | Trek Distance: 4 km | Trek Duration: 5 hours | Altitude Gain: 7,552 ft to 9,630 ft
Trek to Gui Campsite from Natin after the breakfast.

A 4 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 acclimatization 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 | Trek Distance: 7 km | Trek Duration: 10-11 hours | Altitude Gain: 9630 ft to 11,950 ft
Trek 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 Rhondendron 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 Natin then Travel to Dehradun | 4 Km Trek 4-5 hours/185 Km Drive 7-8 hours
Descend back to Natin village from Gui after breakfast on a 4 km descend trail. Hike through the same way from where we have ascended.

A 185 km drive back to Dehradun from Natin village

Expected time of arrival in Dehradun will be around 9:30 PM. So you can plan your travel further accordingly.

Package Features List

Include Features

Stay: Accommodation is included for all days of the trek. Tents will be provided on a triple-sharing basis. Single and double sharing available at extra cost.
Meals: All meals are provided from dinner at Raithal on Day 1 to Day 4 breakfast.
Trek Equipment: All essential trek equipment is included, such as sleeping bags, kitchen and dining tents, utensils, mattresses, personal tents, toilet tents, and crampons (if needed).
Transport: Transportation from Dehradun to Raithal and back is included.
Forest Entry and Permits: All required fuel charges, tolls, forest entry fees, and permits are covered.
Emergency Kit: First aid medical kits, oxygen cylinders, and stretchers are provided for safety.
Trek Certificate & OHT Badges: Receive a trek certificate and OHT badges to celebrate your adventure.

Exclude Features

Meals during Transfer: Meals are not included while traveling to and from the trek starting points.
Emergency Evacuations: Any charges related to emergency evacuation are not included
Personal Expenses: Any meals or accommodations outside of the provided itinerary or additional services not listed in the inclusions.
Personal Luggage Carrying: Charges for mules or porters to offload personal luggage are not included in the package.
5% GST
Trek Insurance and Medical is compulsory

Frequently Asked & Question

Dayara Bugyal is located near Raithal village in the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India. The base camp of the trek is approximately 180 km from Dehradun, which is well connected to major cities in India by national highways, a railway station, and an airport.

While the risk of severe Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) might not be a high concern during the Dayara Bugyal Trek, you must remain very careful because safety is the first priority. Dayara Bugyal lies at an altitude of around 12,000 feet or a maximum of 12,400 feet. Though this altitude presents a low risk of serious altitude sickness, you are still advised to immediately inform your trek leader if you face any symptoms (such as a persistent headache or nausea).

Camping is not permitted directly on the main Dayara Bugyal meadow itself due to strict environmental regulations protecting the fragile alpine grasslands (Bugyals). However, overnight stays are allowed at officially designated forest campsites located just below the main meadow expanse, such as Gui or Barnala Tal, ensuring trekkers can still enjoy the overnight experience near the beautiful Dayara region while adhering to environmental safety norms.

Every campsite during this trek features dry pit toilets. You must carry your own toilet papers and hygiene essentials.

Raithal, the starting point of Dayara Bugyal Trek, is also the last point for charging your gadgets. You must carry your own power banks or extra batteries. Trekking mostly comes with the activities like photography and videography, so it is advised to carry extra power banks and charge them in Raithal before you head towards Dayara Top.