Dayara Bugyal is in Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand state, in the Himalayan mountains, above the Raithal village. From where you can see the Himalaya ranges. Along the entire stretch, at different junctures, you can catch glimpses of the Gangotri set of peaks, Srikanth peak, Bandarpoonch, and Black Peak. You can also enjoy the large meadow area and during winter you can do skiing here too.
About location:
Dayara Bugyal is at the height of 12,500 ft. asl. To reach here, one may reach Uttarkashi and the Raithal village which is 68 km ahead from Uttarkashi by road and then walk to Dayara Bugyal here via Goyi meadow. This is a mostly gentle trek, with overnight halt options at the area of Goyi or Barnala. At Goyi, which is 5 km from Raithal village, one can stay at one of the private lodges or alternatively at Raithal village home.
History & recent tales:
According to the history, Kunti Mata used to cultivate paddy in Bugyal & the place called by the name “Kunti Ki Seri”. Here is a Bakriya top place where is a Vakratunda cave where Lord Ganesha neck was cut by Lord Shiva in history.
It’s also famous for the Butter Holi Festival which is organized by the Raithal local villagers from 900 years ago. They make all arrangements by their own and also do cultural program in Dayara Bugyal. All the villagers are also arrange all facilities to play Makhan Holi. Stay and dinner for the night.
Trek information:
- Region: Uttarkashi district (Uttarakhand)
- Trek duration: 4 Night / 5 Days
- Difficulty Grade: Easy to moderate
- Max. altitude: 12,100 Feet
- Hike distance: 10 km
- Driving distance: 192 km
Journey route:
Driving: Dehradun / Rishikesh – Uttarkashi – Raithal village
Trekking: Raithal village – Goyi – Dayara Bugyal
Additional information:
| ALL MEALS | Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch |
|---|---|
| PACKAGE INCLUSIONS | Accommodation, All Meals, First Aid Medical Help, Forest Permits, Entry Fees, Local Guide, Cook & Support Staff, Local Transport, Trek Equipment |
| PACKAGE EXCLUDES | Anything Except Package, Food During the Transit, Insurance, Mules or Porter for personal luggage, Personal expenses, transportation |
| PLACES COVERED | Rishikesh, Chamba, Tehri lake, Ghansali, Boodha Kedarnath Temple |
| THINGS TO CARRY | Back Pack & Rain Cover (50/60 liter)., Personal Medical Kit, Snacks (Energy bars, ORS and dry fruits), Torch, Trek pants, T-shirts(Full sleeves), Wind and waterproof Jacket (Light and warm), Woolen Gloves and Thermal Inners., Walking stick (Advisable at least one)., Water Bottle (Two bottles of 1 liter each) |
Short Itinerary
Day 1: Dehradun / Rishikesh to Raithal Village
- Altitude: 5,905 feet
- 248 km drive (approx. 08 hours)
- Raithal village is popular among seasoned trekkers as it is the base camp to Dayara Bugyal.
- Dinner
- Home stay
Day 2: Raithal to Goyi
- Altitude: 9,500 ft.
- 5 km trek
- The trail passes through dense pine forests and some meadows area.
- Breakfast, packed lunch & dinner
- Stay in Dome tents.
Day 3: Goyi to Dayara Bugyal to back to Raithal village
- Altitude- 12,100 ft.
- Distance is 5 km & trekking time- 2-3 hour
- Panoramic views of snowy peaks, lush valleys and such from the top.
- Later get back to Raithal village (which is now 10 km down) before night.
- Breakfast, packed lunch & dinner
- Village home stay
Day 4: Raithal to Dehradun / Rishikesh
- Breakfast
- Altitude: 8,700 feet.
- 248 km drive (approx. 08 hours)
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1:- Dehradun / Rishikesh – Raithal Village (8 hrs / 248 km)
Reach Raithal village which is at height of 5,905 feet & get refreshed then get into room. Have evening tea with snacks after that enjoy evening walk around the Raithal village. Later have dinner & overnight stay at village home.
Day 2:- Raithal village – Goyi (5 km trek)
Wake up and capture the essence of the Raithal village with sunrise. Second Day will start with a breakfast and start the trek to Goyi which is at height of 9,500 feet. Walking across the forest you find spectacular views with Himalayan birds chirping. After walking a beautiful trek, you come finally reach Goyi the open meadow area where some old huts of villagers are situated with the front view of Himalaya range. Have organic dinner & overnight stay at campsite.
Day 3:- Goyi – Dayara Bugyal – Raithal village (5 km trek & 10 km back trek)
Wake up early and leave for the trek to Dayara Bugyal. Which is at altitude of 12,100 ft. This trail passes through the forest & meadows area surrounded by it. In summer trek meadows looks lushy green & in winter its look like a blanket of snow over it. It’s slightly hard to trek over it when it get melt so we use crampon for it under our shoe. After enjoying some time in Dayara Bugyal, we will eat our packed lunch in meadow. Later we come back to Raithal village before sunset. Dinner & overnight stay atvillage homestay.
Day 4:- Raithal – Dehradun / Rishikesh (248 km / approx. 8 hrs)
Good morning to Last day of Trip !!
Have breakfast and travel back to Dehradun / Rishikesh with happy memories of Dayara Bugyal tour & trek.
!! An Unforgettable Journey will be ended here !!
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- Note
- Inclusion
- Exclusions
- Need To Carry
- Advisory
- Confirmation Policy
- Cancellation Policy
- In case of a NO–SHOW the entire amount will be charged as retention.
- The amount received is Non Refundable.
- If reservation is cancelled minimum 15 days prior to Arrival we will give 3 months time to utilize the booking.
- Any cancellation /amendments done less than 15 days prior to arrival, then the total cost of the total number of rooms booked for the total number of nights will be charged as cancellation charges & no refund or credit note will be given.
- Accommodation for 3 Night / 4 Days (Home stay & Camping).
- Meals while on trek (Organic traditional food + Egg)
- Trekking equipment (Tent, sleeping bag, mattress, Kitchen & dinning tent, crampon, utensils)
- Local Guide, Cook & Support staff for whole trek.
- First aid medical kits, stretcher and oxygen cylinder.
- All necessary forest permits and entry fees.
- Any kind of personal expenses.
- Transport (pick & drop).
- Food during the transit.
- Insurance.
- Mules or porter to carry personal luggage.
- Anything not specifically mentioned in Itinerary.
- Any kind of emergency evacuation charges.
- Back pack and rain cover (50/60 liter).
- Trek pants, T-shirts(Full sleeves), Wind and waterproof Jacket (Light and warm), Woolen Gloves and Thermal Inner.
- Walking stick (Advisable at least one).
- Torch.
- Water Bottle (Two bottles of 1 liter each).
- Snacks (Energy bars, ORS and dry fruits).
- Personal Medical Kit (at least some needy stuff).
- Climatic conditions in the high altitudes vary from the plains; take adequate time to get acclimatized to high altitudes.
- Pay heed to the trek leader or instructor in order to enjoy a safe and sound trekking experience.
- Do not consume alcohol or any other intoxicants during the trek.
- Avoid trekking during the nights.
- Before undertaking the trek, consult a physician.
- Carry basic medications and a first-aid kit during the trek.
- The trek takes place through Eco-friendly zone; do not encourage littering the local sites or campsites.
- The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 24 hours of successful booking.
- In case the preferred slots are unavailable, an alternate schedule of the customer’s preference will be arranged and a new confirmation voucher will be sent via email.
- Alternatively, the customer may choose to cancel their booking and a full refund will be processed.
- In case of a NO–SHOW the entire amount will be charged as retention.
- The amount received is Non Refundable.
- If reservation is cancelled minimum 15 days prior to Arrival we will give 3 months time to utilize the booking.
- Any cancellation /amendments done less than 15 days prior to arrival, then the total cost of the total number of rooms booked for the total number of nights will be charged as cancellation charges & no refund or credit note will be given.
