Dayara Bugyal Trek
Uttarakhand
6 Days
Max Altitude
12,100 FT
Grade
Easy To Moderate
Duration
6 Days
Trekking KM.
22 KM
| Suitable for: | 10+ years |
| Experience: | First timer can apply, previous trekking experience is more appreciated. |
| Fitness: | Cover 5 km of distance in 30 minutes without a stress. |
10,500 /Person
- +5% GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Dehradun to Dehradun | included transport
- Rs 8,900 Trek Cost & Rs 1,600 Transportation (All included in the cost)
Overview
Trek Info
- Trail Type Round trail. The trek starts and ends at Natin village.
- Rail HeadDehradun is the nearest rail head to the base camp
- AirportJolly grant airport Dehradun
- Base CampNatin (6-7 hrs drive from Dehradun)
- Best Season
- Winter Treks (Mid Nov - Mid Feb)
- Spring Treks (Mid Feb - Mid Apr)
- Summer Treks (Mid Apr - Jun)
- Autumn Treks (Sep - Mid Nov)
- SnowDecember to April
- Services fromDehradun to dehradun | Included Transport
- MealsMeals while on trek & at Hotel/Guesthouse (Veg & Eggs)
- StayCamping (Twin sharing) & Hotel/Guesthouse
- Region - Uttarakhand
- Duration - 6 Days
- Grade - Easy To Moderate
- Max Altitude - 12100 Ft.
- Approx Trekking Km - 22 Kms.
Why Dayara Bugyal Is A Must Do Trek
The pasture lands of Uttarakhand’s alpine heights are focal points for many of our splendid treks in the region. These are the Bugyals—fecund grassy uplands secreted away in mountain laps where shepherds take their herds in summer days before the winter snow renders them fallow. Dayara is a relatively lesser-known Bugyal, accessible from Uttarkashi by just a short, crisp trek but it pays off magnificent rewards.
Dayara in the local tongue refers to a circular plot of land, reflecting the hoop-shaped grassy turf of this Bugyal, margined by dark oak and maple woods, and beyond the green reaches, a glowing snowline of the Bandarpoonch and other ranges. A rambling walk through the undulated pastures of Dayara will bring you out of the world frames of its green ecosystem, the whispering wilderness of the oak woods, and somewhere far away, a breathless peak view panorama gradually unveiled. Along the entire stretch, at different junctures, you can catch glimpses of the Gangotri set of peaks, Srikanth Peak, Bandarpoonch, and Black Peak.
Another high point of the journey comes on the fourth day when we are ascending 12, 100 ft. from our Dayara campsite to Dayara Top. A ridge walk takes you to the convergences of many adjoining meadows including the Giddara Bugyal. You will also find a decent trail to Dodital- a freshwater lake that is the origin of Assi Ganga. The summer meadows are infused on this stretch with a spray of wildflowers, all yellow. On all of this paradisiacal effervescence, the snow-thatched Bandarpoonch will cast an iridescent impression. The walk ambles down from here to Barsu, a pretty settlement memorable for its silkenly flowing buckwheat fields and poppy beds. Before reaching the village, we make the last stop at Barnala, a small crystal waterhole flanked by a temple of the Nag Devata.
Dayara Bugyal Trek is an excellent choice for beginners, makes for a phantasmagorical photo-op, and is an absolute delight for naturalists.
About The Trek
Fresh green grass in summers and snow-covered vast meadows in winters, Dayara Bugyal presents resplendent beauty across all seasons. With gorgeous mountain views and glistening water bodies strewn across the trail, Dayara Bugyal makes for one of the most enchanting Himalayan treks.
The journey commences at Dehradun Railway station, where we will pick you up and from there we will head to the base village of Natin. The beautiful Bhagirathi River follows us along the way. We will stay the night at Natin and the following day our actual trekking begins.
The next day we will head from Natin to the Gui campsite. It is an easy trail that ascends gradually and occasionally you may spot bursts of vibrancy in the forests with the Rhododendrons in bloom during Spring and Summer. Gangotri and Shrikanth Peak are prominently visible from the Gui campsite. Resting the night at Gui, we will head towards Chilpada the next day. It is a very easy walk to Chilpada and you will walk through forested trails for the most part. Bandarpoonch is vividly visible from the campsite. We will have hot lunch at Chilpada and in the evening you will have enough time to stroll around the campsite.
From Chilpada, the next day we will summit Dayara Top, spend some time at the summit, and descend to Nayata campsite. From the summit, you can see views of Bandarpoonch and the Dodital Range. Nayata is a beautiful campsite surrounded by Maple and Rhododendron trees. The next day we will descend from Nayata to Natin and rest the night at Natin, we will drive back to Dehradun the next day ending the wonderful Dayara Bugyal trip.
What Can You Expect At The Trek
During summers, from April, the snow starts melting in Dayara Bugyal, leading the way to fresh and soft grass on the meadows. Yellow flowers line the meadows in the summer, which adds to the beauty of the trail and you will also spot Rhododendron covers here and there. If greenery is what you want, you should do the trek in summer. The temperature in Spring remains between 15° to 20° in the daytime and at night, it is around 1° to 5° while in summer the temperature can go as high as 25° in the daytime summer and remains between 7° to 10° at night.
If you want to experience snow, then Dayara Bugyal in winter is a great choice. The landscape is completely different in winter than in summer. The powdery snow over the tail and on the trees gives a very Christmasy feel. The temperature is below zero degrees at this time of the year, even in the base camps. During the daytime, if the sun is out the temperature can get a little high between 8° to 12°C
In autumn, the skies are the clearest and it is a great time to visit the trek for mountain views. The Bandarpoonch massif and the Gangotri Ranges are visible when you are in the meadows in autumn. Daytime temperature in autumn remains between 8° to 12° while the nighttime temperature in higher camps goes 2°-3°c below zero
Who can participate
- Age; 10 years.
- First timer can apply; previous trekking experience is more appreciated.
- The climber must be fit and have sufficient stamina to cover 4 km of distance in 30 minutes without a stress.
- The climber should be able to carry a 10-15 kg backpack.
- Pulse rate at rest must be in between (60 to 90 beats per minute)
- Blood Pressure Reading must be in between (DIASTOLIC 75 – 85, SYSTOLIC 100 - 130 mm Hg)
- Respiratory rate at rest must be in between (12 to 20 breaths per minute)
- Should not have Liver and kidney issues
- Should not have Diabetes Mellitus, Bronchial Asthma, Epilepsy, Heart problems, Very High blood pressure etc
- No pacemaker implant
- People with the Sinus issues please contact to trek coordinator before booking the trek
- If your BMI is not normal, Please contact our Trek coordinator before Trek booking.
- Junior trekkers (below 15 years) should have a company of parent/guardian.
- Trekkers between 15 to 18 years can come solo with the disclaimer form signed by parent/guardian.
Health Awareness
Government Employees {SCL}
Government Employees can avail the benefit of Special Casual Leave (SCL) when you join us for a trekking expedition. As per the rules of the Pay Commission, Special Casual Leave can be availed for up to 30 days in a calendar year for trekking/mountaineering expeditions through a registered organization. Trek The Himalayas is a registered adventure tour operator by Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF) and Ministry Of Tourism (MOT)
Trekkers have to apply for leave at least 20 days before trek departure date.
Note
Itinerary
How To Reach
- Pick Up Place
- Drop Place
- Note
First of all everyone has to reach Dehradun, after that TTH will take care of your further travel plan.
Our pick-up location is Dehradun Railway Station at 06:00 AM
The distance from Dehradun Bus Stand (ISBT) to Railway Station is 6 km, without traffic it will take 15 minutes.
Options to reach Dehradun
1. Take an overnight train/bust to Dehradun, and then take a cab to the pickup point.
We always recommend to go for the govt. Buses over the private ones outside the bus station as based on the experience we have found that there are very high chances of delay involved with private buses. Also, govt. Buses are always more reliable. Whichever bus you choose, just make sure to reach Rishikesh at least by 05:30 am positively.
2. Take flight to Dehradun airport (Jolly Grant Airport) (25 km, 50 min), if coming by flight then come one day early.
- TTH’s Tata Sumo, Tempo Traveller or similar vehicles will pick-up you.
- Pick-up is included in the cost of the trek.
- If you wish to upgrade the transport service, please contact the Trek Coordinator.
Trekkers will be dropped at Dehradun Railway station by 06:00 PM, for onward journey from Dehradun it is advised to make arrangements after 08:00 PM.
The distance from Railway Station to Dehradun Bus Stand (ISBT) is 6 km, it will take approx 25 minutes.
Cost Terms
- Inclusions
- Exclusions
- Note
- Tour Fee
- Cancellation Policy
1. Accommodation. (Guest house, Home stay, Camping)
2. Meals while on trek (Veg.+ Egg)
3. Trek equipments: Sleeping bag, mattress, tent (twin sharing), kitchen & dinning tent, toilet tent, utensils and crampon (if required)
4. All necessary permits and entry fees
5. First aid medical kits, stretcher & oxygen cylinder
6. Mountaineering qualified & professional trek Leader, guide, cook and Support staff
7. Transport from Dehradun to Raithal and return as per the itinerary
8. Mules to carry group equipment.
1. Any kind of personal expenses.
2. Food during the transit.
3. Insurance.
4. Anything not specifically mentioned under the head
5. Any kind of emergency evacuation charges
Things can be provided on demand and availability (participant has to pay extra for these things)
1- Satellite phone/setphone - is a type of mobile phone that connects via radio links via satellites orbiting the Earth instead of terrestrial cell sites like cellphones. Therefore, they can operate in most geographic locations on the Earth's surface.
2- Gamow/PAC HAPO Bag (Portable Hyperbaric Bag) - is a unique, portable hyperbaric chamber for the treatment of acute mountain sickness (AMS), also known as altitude sickness.
3- AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) - are portable life-saving devices designed to treat people experiencing sudden cardiac arrest, a medical condition in which the heart stops beating suddenly and unexpectedly
Normally TTH expect to carry your personal luggage on your own, if you wish to offload your backpack, you can give it to Mule.
Charges of offloading backpack:-
INR 1200/- if you make an online payment, 10 days in advance
INR 1500/- if you inform us after reaching Base camp
The backpack cannot weigh more than 11 kgs. Backpack should have waterproof cover. Suitcases/strolleys/ bags will not be allowed.
Special Offers
Make a single payment and trek the number of times you want.
If you book a trek with Trek The Himalayas and are unable to complete the same or you have successfully completed that trek and want to do it again, you can repeat it multiple times without paying the cost of the trek.
Terms and conditions
- This offer is a non-transferable.
- This offer is valid for Trek The Himalayas limited fixed departures.
- This offer is valid for 5 years from the date of booking.
- This offer is not valid if the participant has received a cash refund or voucher at the time of cancellation.
- Participants don’t have to pay for the trek cost but have to pay for the transport cost.
The fee can be paid by online transfer/Check deposit/Cash deposit/Demand draft. Instruction for
payment will be forwarded along with your confirmation email. When your transfer is done, please
e-mail us a confirmation mail with your transfer details, so that we can follow up your reservation efficiently.
Cancellation terms:
For the cancellation of services due to any avoidable/unavoidable reasons, Trek The Himalayas must be notified of the same in writing at [email protected] At the time we receive your written cancellation, refunds based on the total fare are as follows.
Cancellations prior to 25 days from the start of the Trip
Refund options
- 5% deduction of trek fee
- 100% cash voucher for any trip till one year
Cancellation between 24 days and 15 days to the start of the Trip
Refund options
- 30% deduction of trek fee
- 100% cash voucher for same trip till one year
- 85% cash voucher for any trip till one year
Cancellation between 14 days and 10 days to the start of the Trip
Refund options
- Book the same trek, in the same season, with any other batch
- 50% deduction of trek fee
- 80% cash voucher for same trip till one year
- 70% cash voucher for any trip till one year
Cancellation less than 9 days to the start of the trek
Refund options
- Transfer your trek (same trek, same batch) to your friend
- No cash refund
- 20% cash voucher for the same trip till one year
- 10% cash voucher for any trip till one year
If by a rare consequence TTH calls off/cancels a trek:
At TTH, we almost never call off or cancel our treks. But in the rare event that we do call off or cancel a trek due to any unforeseen circumstances or natural catastrophes like continuous rain or snow, thunderstorms, snowstorms, landslides, floods, earthquakes, or any other natural calamity that prevents us from carrying out a trek in a safe manner, unforeseeable circumstances like local riots, curfews, pandemics, lockdowns, government orders, or any such situations that prevents a safe trekking experience, TTH will issue a voucher summing up to the same amount as your trek fee. The voucher can be redeemed on any of the treks over a period of the next year.
Note
- The voucher is also not issued if for any reason you have to come down from the trek. The trek leader may send you down from the trek, owing to reasons like lack of fitness, AMS, blood pressure, turn-around-time, health issues, or if you are found smoking/ drinking, or breaking the rules of the trek. Vouchers are issued only when the whole trek is cancelled or called off on behalf of TTH.
In the rare event that TTH shifts a trek:
As we mention always, weather conditions at high altitudes are extremely unpredictable and can change at any time of any day. Also, situations like natural calamities or political unrest, pandemics and lockdowns, etc are out of our control and if an event cannot run under any such circumstances that we do not directly have control over then we will try to give you an alternative trek, which means your trek will be shifted from one trek to another, which will be safer and more favourable.
In these cases, a voucher is issued to mitigate the difference in cost between the two treks. You can redeem the voucher at any time over a period of one year from the date of issue. A refund fee or refund of the difference is not applicable.
Note:
- Change of trek batch is dependent on the availability of seats in the batch
- In case of transferring a trek to a friend, he/she should satisfy all the mandatory requirements put forward by TTH
- TTH holds the right to change/cancel the policies, without prior notice
- Cash refund is applicable only in case of bookings made without using any promotional offer code or vouchers
Cash Voucher Terms:
- This is a non-transferable voucher
- The voucher cannot be merged with any other offer of Trek The Himalayas
- The voucher is valid for Trek booked directly with Trek The Himalayas in India
- To avail the voucher please use your register phone number or e-mail id
- All the other Terms of booking a trek with Trek The Himalayas are applicable to the voucher
- Trek The Himalayas holds rights to add/remove any of the Terms and Conditions without prior notice
Itineraries are based on information available at the time of planning and are subject to change. "Trek The Himalayas" reserves the right to change expedition dates, people or itineraries as conditions warrant. If a trip must be delayed or the itinerary changed due to bad weather, road conditions, transportation delays, government intervention, airline schedules, sickness, or other contingency for which TTH or its agents cannot make provision, the cost of delays and/or other changes are the responsibility of the participant. TTH reserves the right to decline, or accept, any individual as a trip member for any reason whatsoever.
Trek Essential
- Basic Gear
- Clothes
- Personal Utilities
- Head Gears
- Foot Gears
| Back pack & rain cover | (50 - 60 ltr) with comfortable shoulder straps |
| Day pack + rain cove | 20 - 30 ltr (If hire a mule or porter) |
| Walking stick | Advisable (At least one) |
| Water bottle/Hydration pack | 2 bottles of one liter each, People who use hydration pack 1 hydration pack and 1 bottle of one liter, Carry at least one thermos flask. |
| Personal Medical Kit | Consult your doctor |
| Snacks | Energy bars, dry fruits, electral/ors |
| T-shirts | 2 Full sleeves (Non-cotton) |
| Fleece T-shirts | 1 Nos. |
| Fleece jacket | 1 Nos. (Alternative: a woollen sweater) |
| Down feather / Hollofil jacket | 1 Nos. |
| Wind & waterproof (jacket & pant) | 1 Pair |
| Thermal inners (upper and lower) | 1 Pair |
| Trek pants | 2 Synthetic (avoid shorts, fitting denims, capris) |
| Windstopper Pant | 1 Pair |
| Waterproof gloves | 1 Pair |
| Fleece/woolen gloves | 1 Pair |
| Sunscreen cream | 1 Nos. |
| Moisturiser | 1 Nos. |
| Toilet Paper & wipes | 1 Nos. |
| Lip balm | 1 Nos. |
| Hand sanitizer | 1 Nos. |
| Antibacterial powder | 1 Nos. |
| Toothbrush and toothpaste | 1 Nos. |
| Quick dry towel | 1 Nos. |
| Head torch | 1 Nos. |
| Woolen cap | 1 Nos. |
| Balaclava | 1 Nos. (Optional) |
| Neck-gaiters | 1 Nos. |
| Sunglasses | Dark with side cover, it should be U/V protected, People who wear spectacles- (A)- Use contact lenses. (B)- Photo chromatic glasses. |
| Trekking shoes | 1 Pair (Waterproof, high ankle with good grip) |
| Floaters/flip-flops | 1 Pair (Optional) |
| Cotton socks | 5 pairs |
| Woollen socks | 3 pairs |
| Gaiters | 1 Pair (TTH will Provide) |
Fitness
Fitness regime for:
| Easy To Moderate |
Calculate Your BMI :
Your BMI value is
24.22
Congratulations, your body is in good conditions!
| BMI Range | Category |
|---|---|
| Less than 16.5 | Serverely Underweight |
| 16.5 - 18.5 | Underweight |
| 18.5 - 25 | Normal |
| 25 - 30 | Overweight |
- If your BMI is normal, you can plan your fitness regime as mentioned.
- If your BMI is not normal, consult your trusted physician before you plan your fitness regime.
- If you're suffering from any chronic illnesses consult a medical practitioner.
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10,500 /Person
- +5% GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- Dehradun to Dehradun | included transport
- Rs 8,900 Trek Cost & Rs 1,600 Transportation (All included in the cost)
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