Some of the finest high-altitude meadows in India, reached in just a few gentle days.
The Dayara Bugyal trek covers vast alpine meadows, peaceful mountain landscapes, dense forests and panoramic views of the surrounding snow-covered peaks of the Garhwal Himalayas.
The meadows roll on for kilometres at over 11,000 ft, with Bandarpoonch and the Gangotri range on the horizon. It is one of the easiest ways to experience high-altitude Himalaya — in summer the bugyal is a carpet of green and flowers, in winter it becomes a perfect snowfield.
Kilometres of open bugyal above the treeline.
Bandarpoonch, Srikanth and Black Peak on the skyline.
Gentle gradients and short walking days.
A quiet forest lake on the way up.
Drive via Uttarkashi to the traditional village of Raithal with its carved wooden houses.
Climb through oak and rhododendron forest to the campsite at Gui.
Emerge onto the great meadow and walk up to Bakaria Top for the widest views, then return to camp.
Descend to Raithal and drive back to Dehradun.
A scenic winter adventure through oak and rhododendron forests to alpine lakes and open ridges.
Snow-covered trails, a frozen alpine lake and a beginner-friendly summit with huge views.
The classic Curzon Trail — oak forests, snow meadows and one of the widest Himalayan panoramas in Garhwal.
