Dayara Bugyal
Altitude
Good Time
Difficulty Level
Days
3950m
May-Oct
Moderate
04
Dayara Bugyal in the local language means "high altitude meadow". The road to Dayara Bugyal branches off near Bhatwari a place on Uttarkashi - Gangotri road about 28 km from Uttarkashi. Vehicles can go up to the village of Raithal from where one has to trek a distance of about 8 km to reach Dayara and other route is via village Barsu, 10 km from Bhatwari, from where one has to trek about 6 km to Dayara Bugyal. Situated at an elevation of about 3048 m, this vast meadow is second to none in natural beauty. During winter it provides excellent ski slopes over an area of 28 sq km. The panoramic view of the Himalayas from here is breathtaking. Presently accommodation is available at Raithal and some villager's huts may also be used by professional skiers.. "
ITINERARY
Touchbase : Gangotri
Approach :
By Air – Nearest airport – Dehradun
By Road –
Delhi > Haridwar >
Gangotri
Reach Touchbase one day prior to the day your trek starts.
Stay is prearranged. *
Spend the day acclimatizing, Exploring or just relax. We’ll have an orientation meeting in the evening. Where you will meet with our Guide, Group leader and other members of group.
Drive next morning to the trailhead, Barsu Village. Transportation is prearranged. *
Day 01
Barnala Bugyal (2600m)
Trek starts with an arduous climb through dense forest of Oak and Rhododendron. Occasional clearings in these virgin forests present beautiful glades, abundant in a wide variety of wild flowers. Mountains such as Draupadi Ka Daanda are constantly visible from these clearings. The "Chhanis" summer shelters for cattle grazers are usually located in such areas. This is the first day of our trek.
Day 02
Dayara Bugyal (3042m)
The trek goes on a well-laid out trail through the Pine forests and ascends above the tree line onto the alpine meadows of Dayara Bugyal. The locals believe that the Bugyals are home to angels and fairies, and it is therefore forbidden for them to consume alcohol. The beautiful sloping meadow rimmed by thinning trees are spread as far as the eyes can see, and are an added attraction for skiers during winter months, as a typical snowfall in Dayara is well over 4 ft deep, and patches of snow are still visible in the month of May.
Day 03
Dayara Bugyal (3658m)
The day is for exploration and relaxation. Spend the day exploring the vast Bugyal, with its undulating surface, innumerous streams, and amazing view of the surroundings. Take it easy and walk in ease, as the day is long and there is plenty to observe, such as the Lammergaier and the Griffon - both rare birds of prey.
Day 04
Barsu – Uttarkashi (3560m)
Post breakfast trek down to Barsu village through a step descending path to arrive at this peaceful hamlet! This village was almost completely destroyed in the 1991 Uttarkashi Earthquake, and lost most of its beautiful hill cottages.
Trek ends here.
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