Dayara Bugyal Dodital Trek

8 Nights - 9 Days

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Itinerary

Package Inclusions
Accommodation
Meals
Sightseeing
Transfer

Dayara Bugyal Dodital Trek (Detailed Itinerary)

Day 01

Delhi – Haridwar - Rishikesh

Other Benfits (On Arrival)
  • meal Breakfast
  • transport Transfers
  • star hotel Stay Included

In the morning transfer to Delhi railway station and take an AC train for Haridwar at 06:50 hrs. After arriving in Haridwar meet our guide and transfer to Rishikesh, check into your hotel. Evening time is free for leisure activities. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 02

Rishikesh – Uttarkashi (195 kms/5-6 hrs) - Barsu

Have your breakfast and leave for Uttarkashi (1150 m). This 6 hours drive will take you through the course of narrow streams of Ganga Valley and later by the Bhagirathi river valley. Reaching Uttarkashi and after lunch drive 30 kms to Barsu. As soon as we reach near to the beautiful village Barsu you sight the spectacular views of the Himalayan Range.
Arrangements made for dinner and an overnight stay in the guest house.

Day 03

Barsu - Barnala Bugyal (3040 metres) - Dayara Bugyal (12 kms/6-7 hrs)

Today, after having wholesome breakfast we will begin the trek Dayara Bugyal after a demanding ascend through thick forest of Rhododendron and Oak. Sporadic clearings in these forests present beautiful glades, copious in a broad variety of blossoming wild flowers. From here this region the mountain Draupadi Ka Danda is persistently visible.

In this region you may come across the various “Chhanis” – summer shelters for cattle grazers. The trek further goes up above the tree line on the extensive alpine meadows of Dayara Bugyal. At such a high altitude the tree life is almost meagre here, but you might see some adapted variety of Juniper and Pine trees in the region. Also, you can this extensive meadow is covered with many different types of blooming flowers. After reaching at this sprawling you can see of some magnificent views of the spectacular backdrop. The locals here believe that the Bugyals are abode to fairies and angels, therefore it is not allowed for them to take any intoxicants. Arrangements made for dinner and an overnight stay in the camp.

Day 04

Dayara Bugyal - Nimdhar (16 kms/6 hrs)

It is a long day, we will start today with a well planned 16 kms long trail on an extensive meadow, this the way of the trail you can see spectacular views of the astonishing Himalayan range. The pinnacle of Bandarpunch is emphatic amid others. The trek continues and stretches beside the crest towards the North side of Dayara to you finally reach to the campsite located at Nimdhar. Arrangements made for dinner and an overnight stay in the camp.

Day 05

Nimdhar - Dodital (3307 metres) (16 kms/6 hours)

Today the trek involves many exhilarating activities. The trail will at first move downwards into the valley passing through a dense forest of bamboo and oak. Afterwards we will transverse the river named Dodigad, as this river comes from a lake Dodital. Following this a steep climb followed by the gradual track that leads finally towards Dodital. At Dodital there is a stunning emerald lake near the temple of Ganesha, which you can explore on this day of the trek. It is an outstanding campsite and also there are several guest houses for overnight stay. Arrangements made for dinner and an overnight stay in the camp.

Day 06

Dodital – Darwa Top (4150 mts/5 kms/ 3 hrs) – Dodital Lake

Early in the morning after breakfast get ready for trek up to Darwa Top with packed lunch. The trail to Darwa top is 5 kms up hill and which can be negotiate in 2-3 hrs. Today we will trek through a thick birch forest opening into the high meadows below the Darwa Pass. From the top of Darwa Pass one can witness the stunning views of Bandarpunch and Swargarohini range of peaks. After exploring the area trek down to Dodital Lake and have a ship of tea with snacks. Overnight stay in Dodital in tents.

Day 07

Dodital - Agoda (2280 metres) (15 kms/4-5 hours)

The trek today an easy one, we will today hike downhill that will take you to the campsite at Agoda. This moderate trail proceeds across the stunning forest surroundings and some mountain hamlet, the customary shelter of the local shepherds for summer. Arrangements made for dinner and an overnight stay in the camp.

Day 08

Agoda – Sangamchatti - Rishikesh (7 kms Trek, 185 kms Drive/6 hrs)

This day trail starts with a descent that passes from the captivatingly settle village of Agoda with colourful terraced fields, cultivating variety of corps with its verdant picturesque Splendor that offers a wonderful eye pleasing views to the visitors. After reaching on the Sangamchatti road head, located near Asi Ganga, you will board on your vehicle that will drive you down to Rishikesh through Uttarkashi.

Day 09

Rishikesh - Delhi

Early in the morning transfer to Haridwar railway station and from here catch AC train for Delhi at 06:10 hrs. Arrival at Delhi by 11:45 hrs.