Dayara Bugyal TREK

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Dayara Bugyal TREK

Ideal trek for long weekends, Dayara Bugyal can be a perfect start for beginners. Dayara Bugyal trek goes through open land and dense forest at different places ending up at the vast expanse of lush green meadow. Most of the trekkers start their trek from Barsu village and they trek down via Raithal to see the scenic beauty of both the routes of Dayara Bugyal. Just imagine yourself at an elevation of 3048 mts and you are sitting in a beautiful meadow gazing upon the amazing Himalayan peaks with friends by your side sipping tea. The chilliness of the place enhancing the aroma and taste of the tea with beautiful view of forests in front of you. Now convert this imagination into reality by going on a trek to Dayara Bugyal. Skiers also visit Dayara Bugyal in winters as the region receives heavy snowfall during winters. The best season to visit Dayara Bugyal is from May to November but tourists visit this place during winters as well, mainly because it receives snowfall. Dayara Bugyal is popular with the travellers for its vast expanse of lush green meadow. The other popular scenic spot that you can visit while traveling to Dayara Bugyal is Barnala Talsituated around Oak trees.

TREK highlights

Region

Uttarakhand

Difficulty Level

Easy-Moderate

Altitude

3,639 Ft

Time Duration

6 Days

Trekking Distance

7 kms

why you should choose Dayara Bugyal Trek

Trekking
Dayara Bugyal trek is perfect choice for beginners as the trek route is easy to traverse as compared to other difficult treks. With verdant valleys and sparking streams and vivid flora and fauna that one encounters, it is no surprise that Dayara Bugyal is one of the most beautiful treks in Uttarakhand

Village Tourism
Barsu village is the last village which one encounters before starting their trek to Dayara Bugyal. It is also considered as the base camp of Dayara Bugyal. One can walk around the village and learn about their way of life, customs and festivals en-route Bedni Bugyal

Photography
The whole route of Dayara Bugyal is worth clicking with your camera as the whole route is laden with beautiful flowers and shrubs and surrounded by gorgeous valleys. For nature-photographers, Dayara Bugyal offers lot of opportunities to capture nature at its best

Butter Festival in Dayara Bugyal
It is celebrated every year with butter and milk, in the meadows of Dayara Bugyal during mid August. Though the trek to Dayara Bugyal is quite easy it is still wise to prepare your body for the trek a few days before your trek. Running, cycling and swimming – all help improve cardiovascular stamina It is advisable to have an experienced tour guide to accompany you on your trek. He/she would know the route well and help you valid going off course

Who Can GO For Dayara bugyal TREK

  • First timer can apply, should have some interest in trekking and mountaineering.

  • The climber must be fit and have sufficient stamina to cover 5 km of distance in 45 minutes without a stress.

  • The climber should be able to carry a 10 kg backpack.

  • Heart problem, high blood pressure, asthma, and epilepsy cannot be reconciled on this mission. The climber must not have the conditions mentioned above.

How to reach

The Dehradun Railway station is one of the main stations in the City and it is an old station. It has good connectivity to many places and these include Lucknow, Delhi, and Howrah. Tickets from Delhi to Dehradun by train cost around Rs.350 for a second class sleeper ticket and Rs.890 for a third A/C sleeper ticket. It is essential to book the tickets at least one month in advance as this route is always in demand.

By Train:-
From Delhi take the DDN SHTABDI SPL (02017) Dep. New Delhi at 06:45am. Arrival Dehradun at 12:55pm. or the Uttar KOTA DDN SPL (02401) Dep. NZM at 11:45pm arrival Dehradun at 05:40 am (Overnight Journey).

By Bus:-
Regular buses fly from ISBT Delhi Anand Vihar/Kashmiri Gate station to Dehradun. Buses drop you at ISBT bus station.Tata Sumo or similar vehicles will pick-up you from Dehradun Isbt and Railway

Brief Itenary

Day 1 Dehradun to Natin Village

Altitude: Natin Village 2,250m/7.400ft

Drive time 7 hours.

Market at Uttarkashi, a small market in Bhatwari.

The Network is available.

View of Gangotri range starting from Moryana Top.

Front view of Shrikanth Peak and the massif view Gangotri range, Natin.

Pick-up time at Dehradun railway station is 06:00 AM

Stay in a Guesthouse

Route:- Dehradun- Suwakholi – Moryana Top – Uttarkashi – Bhatwari – Raithal – Natin Village


Day 2 – Natin to Gui

Altitude: Gui 2,900m/9,500 ft

4-5 hours

Easy trail. Gradual easy ascent.

Hot lunch on the campsite

A well-marked trail leads to the campsite

Carry 2 litres water bottles if you don’t have access to water sources

Same view as Natin, with village huts around and campsite surrounded in forests of silver, gold

Oak trees adorned with rhododendrons

Two people sharing a tent in a tent on meadows


Day 3 Gui to Chilapada

Altitude: Chilapada 3,000m/9,800ft.

2hours.

The easiest day of the trek is easy.

Hot lunch on the campsite

1 litre of water suffices.

Tents stay


Day 4: Chilapada to Dayara Top and Trek to Nayata

Altitude: Dayara Top 3,700m/12,100ft

Altitude: Nayata 2,800m/9,200ft

Trek: Chilapada to Dayara top | 5km | 5-6hr

Trek: Dayara top to Nayata | 6km | 3-4hr

Moderate to Easy Trail

Lunch packed on the way

Keep enough water with you, there is only one source of water near the top

Large views from the top of Dodital range and many peaks


Day 5 Nayata to Natin Village

Altitude: Natin Village 2,250m/7.400ft

Distance: 5km in 3 hours

All you need to do is descend.

Hot lunch at Natin

Stay in a guesthouse


Day 6 – Natin to Dehradun

Distance to Dehradun: 6-7 Hours

Please leave Natin before 6:30 AM

Lunch and breakfast not included.

A Tata Sumo/Tempo Traveller, or another similar vehicle will drop you off at Dehradun station.

Dehradun will be reached between 3 and 4 pm. After 6 PM, you can make a booking for your travel.

Important things to carry for trekking

Basic Essentials

An identity card – Original and Photocopies (MANDATORY)

Back Pack & Rain Cover (50-60 liter)

Day Pack & Rain Cover (20-30 liter, If you hire mule or porter)

1 ltr of pet water bottle or hydration pack

Floaters or Sandals, Trekking Shoes (waterproof are better during snow and rain)

LED Torch/Headlamp (With extra batteries)

Poncho, Rain Coat or Umbrella any one is must (Poncho are lightweight, easy to carry/fit)

Torch with pair of batteries

Clothing & other Essentials

2 Pairs of Quick Dry Tees and Track Pants (Denim are not recommended for treks.)

1 pair of T-shirts (half and full sleeve)

3 Pair of Cotton Socks, 2 pairs of woolen socks

2 Full Sleeve Sweater or Fleece Jacket

Thermal Wear – 1 pair (you can keep two if going on the long trek)

Gore Tex type similar hard shell for rain or snow & to be worn over mid layers like fleece or down jackets.

One down feather Jacket

Sun Cap, One Scarf, Light towel, Gloves (1 woolen, 1 waterproof)

Woolen cap or Balaclava that covers the ear (protection from cold waves), Dark UV Sunglasses

Carry a few plastic bags in case your clothes get wet.

Eatables – Quick Energy During Trek

Glucose, Chocolates, biscuits, Energy bars, Toffees and Dry fruits & nuts.

 

INCLUSIONS

1.Accommodation. (Guest house, Camping)
2.Meals while on trek (Veg)
3.Trek equipment (Sleeping bag, mattress, Kitchen & dinning tent, crampon, utensils, tent)
4.All necessary permits and entry fees.
5.First aid medical kits, stretcher and oxygen cylinder.
6.Mountaineering qualified & professional trek Leader, guide and Support staff.

EXCLUSIONS

1.Any kind of personal expenses.
2. Food during the transit.
3. Insurance.
4. Mules or porter to carry personal luggage.
5. Anything not specifically mentioned under the head

F.A.Q.

For Dayara Bugyal Trek

Simply select “Contact Us” offered by us from navigation menu and mail us about your Trek Details according to your preferences and make online payment by Debit Card/ Credit Card or Net Banking.

You have to provide a photo identification, medical health certificate and a scan copy of confirmation of payment made.

Yes, you can cancel the booking due to any reason. But you have to give us a written declaration for cancelling the package.