Dayara Bugyal @ ₹ 6000

For trekkers from Indore and Delhi, you will get A Complimentary Nightstay before the trek at Dehradun, if you book at least 15 days prior to the date of the trek. This is not applicable for trekkers who chose Raithal and Dehradun as their starting points.

Brief Overview

Not many people know but of all our treks Dayara has the biggest snow expanse. It is so big and wide that sometimes you cannot see the end of the whiteness.

In winter people want to see snow. Seeing it in such a wide canvas as Dayara is a rarity. What is more rare is the sight of Mt Bandarpoonch and Black peak towering almost 21,000 feet over Dayara. Seeing these mountains just popping out of the snow expanse of Dayara is the reason why anyone must do this trek.

But it is not just these mountains. In a full sweep, panning from your left to right, in a wide panorama are some of the other great mountains of the Garhwal Himalayas — Mt Srikanth, Draupadi Ka Danda, and Mt Jaunli.

You get a big snow expanse only when you climb to very high altitudes. In Dayara, climbing to about 12,000 feet gets you to this vantage point. It is quite an adventure to get there. It needs some effort to climb through the forests, floors of which are lined by a carpet of snow.

The Dayara Bugyal trek in winter is a unique vast landscape. None of our winter treks have it.

Raithal

Starting Point

Easy and Fun

Difficulty

Uttarkashi

Region

6

Duration

October to March

Best Time

11,830 ft.

Maximum Elevation

Trek Itinerary

Dayara Bugyal trek goes through open land and dense forest at different places ending up at the vast expanse of lush green meadow. What is rarer is the sight of Mt Bandarpoonch and Black peak, the other great mountains of the Garhwal Himalayas — Mt Srikanth, Draupadi Ka Danda and Mt Jaunli.

This journey becomes more spectacular when you go through the Jungle in between Raithal and Chilapada via Gui. you will get a cinematic transition of nature here. From Village to light jungle to shepherd’s camp to mesmerizing clearings along with big mountain views and at last the huge meadow, you will get everything.

Another high point of the journey comes on the fourth day when we are ascending to 12,100 ft. from our Chilapada campsite to Dayara Top. A ridge walk takes you through many adjoining meadows including the Gidara Bugyal. You will also find a descent trail to Dodital- a freshwater lake which is the origin of Assi Ganga.

Endless views of the meadows can be seen once you are on the height. From the summit of the hill top you can see the great deep valley many thousands of feet below you. On one side there will be a deep valley with the fading rolling hills, on the other, the great mountain ranges.

DAY 1 Reach Raithal Base Camp

We will pick you up from Dehradun Railway Station at sharp 6.30 AM.

The distance from Dehradun to Raithal is 183 km via Mussoorie and it will take 9 hours.

Raithal is the base camp of Dayara Bugyal and is situated 20 km from Uttarkashi district.

As you approach Raithal from Uttarkashi, you will witness the brilliant colors of sunset over Mt Jaonli, Draupadi ka Danda, Mt Srikanth and the Gangotri range.

The village is completely occupied with greenery and provides immense beauty as you pass between the mountains.

After reaching there you will have snacks and overnight stay will be there at Raithal after having dinner.

DAY 2 Raithal (7400 ft) to Gui (9500 ft)

You will start your day with an early morning breakfast and then will continue your journey towards Gui.

The trail from Raithal to Gui is a gradually ascending one. The initial trail goes out of the Raithal village quickly and takes you through the village fields.

Afterwards the route is embarked through the jungle and provides amazing views of old, silver oak trees.

The route gets ascending with the time hence it takes a little bit longer to reach the campsite.

The campsite is covered with infinite alpine trees and provides you a breath-taking vistas of the Gangotri range and Shrikanth peak from Gui.

Being an easy hike it will take 4 hours to reach the campsite.

Once you reach Gui your lunch will be served.

In the evening you will have Snacks and tea with the mesmerizing sunset on bandarpunch peak.

In the late evening hot dinner will be served which will bring warmth in the cold weather.

DAY 3 Gui (9500 ft) to Chilapada (10400 ft)

After having breakfast the short day hike will start towards Chilapada.

Once you start ascending gradually the view of Bandarpoonch and Kalanag will open up in front of you.

You will be passing through a lot of shepherd’s stay which is called ‘Chann’ in the local language.

Afterwards you will walk on a small meadow and here you will also spot a small pond, where you can spend some time as today is very short.

You will also spot the igloo-shaped structures of the Forest Department near the pond.

There will also be water streams flowing near the campsite.

During snacks again enjoy a breathtaking sunset.

The next half kilometer from the pond is a relaxed and easy walk which goes through the beautiful golden and brown oak forest.

As today is very short, it will take a maximum of 3 hours to reach the campsite.

Lunch will be served at Chilapada.

After having lunch, explore the beautiful campsite and will gather again in snack time when orange and yellow lights will be playing on Kalanag mountain.

Afterwards have your delicious dinner and overnight stay here.

DAY 4 Chilapada (10,400 ft) to Dayara Bugyal Top (11,830 ft) and Get Back to Chilapada (10,400 ft)

Finally, the day comes where you will get a whole day to explore the massive meadows of Dayara.

After the early breakfast you will start your journey towards the massive meadow.

Climb through the forests and in half an hour the tree line ends and you find yourself at the edge of meadows.

Without any doubt that you will fall in love with the place again and again.

Varieties of flowers in yellow, violet and white colors spread across the meadows making it a sight to behold and gaze.

As you look up to your right to see the magnificent view of Mt Bandarpoonch and Mt Kalanag.

After reaching the Dayara Top, you will also be able to see the Dodital range which looks stunning. Also you will be able to see Gidara pass which distinguishes the ways of Pichkiya and Gidara Bugyal.

Take your time to take sight of the beauty, relax, click pictures and just take a snapshot of the view and store it in your memory forever.

With the wonderful memories from Dayara, retrace your way to Chilapada and have your lunch there.

Again witness the beautiful sunset from Chilapada along with tea and snacks.

You will be spending the 2nd night there in Chilapada after dinner.

DAY 5 Chilapada (10,400 ft) to Raithal (7,400 ft)

After having breakfast, enjoy the sunlight at Chilapada campsite.

Then slowly start retracing the way towards Raithal.

While going up you through the jungle might hear only your heart beat but now try to listen to the bird’s chirping, rustling sounds of leaves and many more.

This downhill journey will take 5 hours to reach Raithal.

After having lunch, freshen up and explore the village. In fact, play with kids in Raithal, they are very friendly.

Come back by snack time and at night dinner will be served.

DAY 6 Raithal to Dehradun

After having breakfast, say goodbye to the mountain.

While coming back you can visit Vishwanath temple at Uttarkashi.

From the cab Tehri jheel and Dam will catch your eyes as it is very picturesque.

Reach Dehradun by 4 PM.

Trek Booking for

Dayara Bugyal

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The dates mentioned above are relative to Raithal (Base location to Dayara Bugyal).

Starting Point

Dropping Point

Trek Fee

6000

PER PERSON

How to reach basecamp on your own?

From Delhi ordinary bus/Volvo Bus/Train to Dehradun and further to Uttarkashi Bus/Share Cab and then take shared cab to Raithal.

Delhi to Dehradun Ordinary Bus INR 550, Volvo Bus INR 950.

Dehradun to Uttarkashi Bus INR 300, Share Car INR 350.

Uttarkashi to Raithal INR 80 in a shared car.

We will assist you with Bus Timing and Booking on request basis.

What Do You Need for the trek?

Minimum 50-55 litres Rucksack with cover.

1 small Day pack.

Good trekking shoes that are oaky, so that you can have a comfortable grip ( strongly recommended).

Layered clothes, as when the weather changes in the mountain you can put on layers or take it off as per your comfortability.

1 Trekking Pole, to maintain stability and balance.

1 stainless steel lunch box with Airtight Lid, a stainless steel mug & a stainless steel spoon.

At Least 2 full sleeve t-shirts must be dry fit (Big No for cotton t-shirt)

2 trek pants must be dry fit with zippered pockets, so you can put your mobile, hanky or snacks (Big No for Jeans)

1 pair of Thermal wear.

1 Padded jacket or down jacket.

2 sweaters or fleece jackets.

1 rain jacket and 1 rain pant. (If you don’t have a rucksack cover then you can carry a poncho instead of a rain jacket. )

4 pairs of sport socks must be dry fit.

1 pair of woolen socks to keep your feet warm.

1 pair of synthetic hand gloves (For easy grip over anything or to keep yourself warm).

1 sun cap or hat, so it can provide you protection from sunstroke, headache, and dehydration.

1 woolen head cap/ balaclava, so that it can protect your ears from cold sensitivity.

1 woolen neck warmer or scarf to keep your neck warm.

Under garments according to your comfort but shouldn't be too many.

Sunscreen.

Toiletries like small size toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, moisturizer along with Toilet roll (As you’ll not be able to have a bath on trek so don't need to overload it with shampoos & other stuff.

2 water bottle (1 litre each)

Personal medical kit including Paracetamol 500, Avomine, Combiflam, Omez, ORS (6 packets), Knee Brace, Diamox or Acetazolamide, Loperamide, Dexamethasone, and Nifedipine.

Sunglasses with UV Protection, so that it can provide you protection from harmful UV rays or snow blindness (If you wear specs, then you can get oversized glasses which you can wear over your regular specs).

1 Headlamp, so that your hands can get free to do other things

Photo Id

Disclaimer and Medical Certificate duly filled.

Inclusion

Accommodation
Stay is included from Day 1 to Day 5 (Gaichwangaon to Gaichwangaon). You will be staying in Basecamp at Gaichwan gaon and camping on the remaining days of the trek.

Food
All meals from dinner at Gaichwangaon on Day 1 to breakfast on Day 6 are included. We provide simple, nutritious vegetarian food on all days of the trek.

Camping Charges
All trekking permits and forest camping charges are included.

Trekking Equipment
High-Quality Tents, Sleeping Bags, Ice Axes, Rope, Micro-Spikes and Gaiters.

Safety Equipment
First Aid, Medical Kit, Oxygen Cylinders.

Experienced Trek Leader
We Barefoot Trekians believe that trek transforms lives hence we provide experienced trek leaders to facilitate and enhance your experience.

What is Offloading?

Offloading is when the mules carry your backpack and you carry only basic things in your day pack. We never encourage trekkers to do offloading. Because when you will carry your own backpack, you will get the real taste of trekking.

However in some exceptional cases if you might need to opt for offloading then the charges would be INR 350/day. And in that case you must have a day pack.

What will you get in rent from our Base?

These below things you can take on rent from our Basecamp. The charges mentioned are for the whole trek.

Trekking Shoes at INR 750
Security Deposit : INR 1000

Padded Jacket at INR 650
Security Deposit : INR 1000

Trekking Pole at INR 250
Security Deposit : INR 500

Head Torch at INR 150
Security Deposit : INR 300

Rucksack at INR 650
Security Deposit : INR 1000

Trekking Pants at INR 350
Security Deposit : INR 500

Before accepting the rental items we want you to check the equipment conditions, make sure those are proper and you need to keep a security deposit for each item. Your Trek Leader will take care of it. You will get the security amount back once you will deposit the rental items in proper conditions.

Other Details

How to get fit for the trek

In case you’re just starting with a regular fitness routine, phase out your distance targets in the following manner –

Target completing 5 km in 40 minutes when you begin.
Gradually increase your pace by running 4 times a week and bring it down to 5 km in less than 35 mins.
If you are above 45 years and is comfortable with brisk walking, then target covering 10km in 90 minutes.
If you are somebody you prefers cycling over running, then try to cover 25 km in 60 minutes.

Strength – Target 4 sets of squats with 20 in each

This is another area you should work on.
There is a lot of trekking distance that you will cover in high altitude carrying your backpacks.
You have to walk on uneven terrain during the trek. It could be taxing for your legs. For this, strengthening your legs will help.
It could be taxing for your legs. For this, strengthening your legs will help.
You can do some squats to strengthen them. Start with 3 sets of squats, with 8 squats in each set and work towards reaching your target in 3 weeks.

Flexibility

Another aspect that will help you trek comfortably is flexibility.
For this, you can do some stretching exercises – stretch your hamstrings, quadriceps, hip flexors, lower back muscles and shoulders regularly.
On your trek, it is important that you arrive on the slopes with your muscles relaxed. Carrying a backpack, however light, can become a strain after a while.
These exercises will help you to be in good shape before the trek.

We in Barefoot Trekians believe that if you are fit nothing will be difficult for you.

Terms & Conditions

The purchase of any trek services offered by Barefoot Trekians (hereinafter referred as 'BFT') constitutes a contractual arrangement between BFT ('First Party') and trekker (hereinafter referred as 'You') ('Second Party'). Both Parties are hereinafter referred as ('Parties'). Booking of services with BFT represents your unconditional acceptance of the terms & conditions set out herein. These terms and conditions shall be binding on you and all the trek companions booked by you.
Trekking in the Himalayan region carries an inherent risk to the life and property of both Parties. The weather changes in minutes causing injury or life-threatening, which is beyond BFT control however BFT does its best to reduce all types of risks, discomfort, and hazard to the best of its ability, yet there are chances of accidents, mishaps, and deficiency in service. Ergo, you must agree with these terms and conditions. Please ensure that you read carefully and understand these terms prior to confirming your booking.
BFT offers treks that require varying levels of fitness. The level of difficulty can be based on the extent of physical stress, the terrain, weather and / or climate. To enable you to choose appropriately and prepare accordingly, carefully review the level of difficulty of each trek before booking the same.
BFT takes no responsibility for your inability to cope with the level of difficulty on a trek. While most treks do not require specific preparation, a reasonable level of fitness adds to your experience. You are solely responsible for ensuring that you are ready for the trek in every way, including physical and mental conditioning. You are also expected to carry the right clothing and equipment.
You must carry a filled Medical form and disclaimer and submit to the trek leader at the base camp.
Failure to share this information with BFT can result in immediate termination of your trek at any stage of the trek with a full cancellation penalty. BFT reserves the right to decline, accept, and/or remove any participant from a trek.
Remember one thing If you are fit enough nothing will be difficult for you and you can enjoy the trek on a high notch, Hence we are keeping fitness on top priority to keep your trek safe.
No refund (Partial or otherwise) will be made if you voluntarily leave or drop out of a trek for any reason after the trek has begun.
As a trekker, you must be responsible. Baggage and personal effects are at your risk throughout the trek. You are solely responsible for your personal belongings while on the trek. BFT is not responsible for the loss of baggage, goods, air tickets, passport, cash, traveller's cheques, or any other travel document or item owned by you while on the trek, whatever the cause.
You are required to behave in a manner that is acceptable and conducive to group trek. BFT reserves the right to terminate your trip (if you are found to be causing distress/annoyance to co-travellers, endanger/damage property of any supplier or of other travelling companions), without assigning any reason whatsoever. No refund for unused services is possible in such cases.
You also agree to abide by the authority of the Trek leader designated by BFT. The decision of the Trek leader is binding on all participants on matters that affect the safety or well-being of any person participating in the trek. Behaviour that causes danger, distress or annoyance to others, or interferes with the mobility of the group can result in the Trek leader terminating your participation from the trip, with no right to refund for missed or unused services.
We strictly follow ‘High on mountain by Altitude, Not by Alcohol or Smoking’. If Trek Leader found you drunk or drinking or smoking, you would be disowned. One thing you need to understand is that both the above things are harmful on high altitude and your safety is our priority.
Price DO NOT include:
- Any cost incurred in route to & from the destination for personal expenses of trekker.
- Meals (unless specified), beverages.
- Additional personal use of vehicle, anthing apart from specified in itinerary.

Cancellation Policy

We understand the pain of cancelling a trek. As trekkers, we always look forward to treks, and after months of training and planning, if we have to cancel our trek, there’s no greater disappointment than that.

This is why we have a trekker-friendly cancellation policy.

Barefoot Trekians Standard Cancellation Policy when Trekkers cancel Treks

Cancellation 30 days before the starting date of the trek

Get your full trek fee back in a Barefoot Trekians Trek Voucher OR get a monetary refund with 15% cancellation charges.
If you paid 50% booking amount then full booking amount as a Trek Voucher or monetary refund with 15% cancellation charges on full amount.
Cancellation between 30 days and 20 days before the starting date of the trek

Get 80% of the trek fee in a Barefoot Trekians Trek Voucher OR get a monetary refund with 30% cancellation charges.
If you paid 50% booking amount then 80% as a Trek Voucher of the booking amount or monetary refund with 30% cancellation charges on full amount.
Cancellation between 20 days and 10 days before the starting date of the trek

Get 60% of the trek fee in a Barefoot Trekians Trek Voucher OR get a monetary refund with 50% cancellation charges.
If you paid 50% booking amount then 60% as a Trek Voucher of the booking amount or monetary refund with 50% cancellation charges on full amount.
Cancellation less than 10 days before the starting date of the trek

No monetary refund, get 50% of your fees in a Barefoot Trekians Trek Voucher.
If you paid 50% booking amount then 50% as a Trek Voucher of the booking amount.

Barefoot Trekians Health First Philosophy

In case of government orders, harsh weather conditions, protests, landslides, or any other unforeseen circumstances, we work out the best possible alternate plans or trips/treks. At times even if certain activities are canceled, the organization provides the best alternative but no refunds are provided.
If a trek is called off at the last moment due to a natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rain, snowfall, earthquake, landslides, strike, bandh etc.), BAREFOOT TREKIANS will issue a trek voucher for the full amount and if possible will provide an alternate trek. The voucher can be redeemed up to the same amount for the same trek or another trek in the next 365 days from the trek departure date.
If a trek or trip cannot be completed due to natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rain, snowfall, earthquake, landslides, strike, bandh, etc.). No refund would be provided.
Any extra expense coming due to any natural calamity/unforeseen circumstances (like rain, snowfall, earthquake, landslides, strike, bandh, etc.), Will be borne by the trekker. The company will not be liable.
We don’t take any responsibility for the train tickets got stuck in RAC or WL status. Hence, no refunds will be initiated from Barefoot Trekians.

Covid-19 Safety Measures

Thermal screeningwill be done for all passengers at pickup location. Regulars screening of Hotel Staff, Guests, Drivers & Guides.
Vehicles used for the journey will be thoroughly sanitized before the commencement of journey.
Ensuring availability of sanitizer, masks & gloves during commute and at hotels.
Maintaining socialdistancing measures at hotel premises like restaurants, bars, lobby area etc.

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Dayara Bugyal

Our Only Winter Trek with the Biggest Snow Expanse.

Dayara Bugyal

Our Only Winter Trek with the Biggest Snow Expanse.

Brief Overview

Raithal

Easy and Fun

Uttarkashi

6

October to March

11,830 ft.

11,830 ft

Alpine Pasture

Vivid Twilight

Trek Itinerary

DAY 1 Reach Raithal Base Camp

Included : DINNER | STAY

DAY 2 Raithal (7400 ft) to Gui (9500 ft)

Included : BREAKFAST | DINNER | STAY

DAY 3 Gui (9500 ft) to Chilapada (10400 ft)

Included : BREAKFAST | DINNER | STAY

DAY 4 Chilapada (10,400 ft) to Dayara Bugyal Top (11,830 ft) and Get Back to Chilapada (10,400 ft)

Included : BREAKFAST | DINNER | STAY

DAY 5 Chilapada (10,400 ft) to Raithal (7,400 ft)

Included : BREAKFAST

DAY 6 Raithal to Dehradun

Included : BREAKFAST

Trek Booking for

Dayara Bugyal

The dates mentioned above are relative to Raithal (Base location to Dayara Bugyal).

For booking of slots starting from Nov 19th, Nov 26th, and Nov 29th you will get a complimentary stay at Sankri while your return with no extra cost.

Trek Fee

6000

PER PERSON

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