Gidara Bugyal Trek
TREK DIFFICULTY
Moderate
TREK DURATION
6 Days
HIGHEST ALTITUDE
12,780 Feet
GROUP SIZE
12
TREK DISTANCE
29 Km
BASECAMP
Uttarakhand
BEST TIME
May to June | September to October | December to March
PICKUP POINT
Dehradun
Gidara Bugyal Trek
Gidara Bugyal, Across a ridge that runs to the northwest of the Gangotri valley, a set of ridge peaks dot this demarcation from the valley to the other side. In order, from the south to north, first rises the Mukta top, followed by Siyari top, Dayara top, Surya top, & finally Gidara Top.
Tucked between the forests below and the peaks towering high, many beautiful and vast meadows stretch across the landscape. Two such meadows (bugyal), namely Dayara Bugyal & Gidara Bugyal are both massive and remarkably beautiful. Dayara Bugyal is a well-known trekking route, while Gidara Bugyal is much more secluded and far bigger and prettier.
During September the trail and even the nearby higher peaks are deprived of snow, but the meadows are lush with the post-monsoon bloom. The weather is much clearer too during early September.
Gidara bugyal trek can be termed as an easy to moderately difficult trek. The Gidara bugyal trek covers around 29 KM in total. The maximum altitude for the trek is 3,900 meters - 12,780 feet at Gidara Top, while the meadow starts from an altitude of 3,700 meters - 12,140 feet. The trek can be done in 4 Trekking days and an additional 2 days of road travel. It is the ideal duration for the trek. Trekkers can explore Harsil on the last day before driving back to Dehradun.
The Gidara Bugyal trek starts from Bhangeli village in Uttarakhand. It is located very close to Harsil, famous for its apple produce and magnificent views overlooking the Bhagirathi river in the Gangotri valley. Bhangeli is situated at a distance of 185 KM from Dehradun and the drive takes you through Uttarkashi town. It takes 8 hours to reach Bhangeli. You will have to hike 1 KM to reach the village.
In Himalaya Shelter, we provide you with the option to customize your trekking experience. Whether you're a solo traveler, a group of friends, or a family, you can opt for our personalized tailor-made trekking program. This customized trek will be exclusively designed for you, taking into account your specific requirements for transportation, accommodation, meals, and any other premium facilities you may need during the trek. No other participants will be added to your group. Choosing a customized trek will enable you to fully enjoy the trek with your loved ones.
Day 1: Drive from Dehradun to Bhangeli
Drive: 188 km, 8-9 hrs
Trek: 1 km, 30 min
Altitude: 2,100 ft (640 m) – 7,550 ft (2,301 m)
Accommodation: Guest House/Homestay
Meals: Dinner
We drive from Dehradun to Bhangeli, and check into a cozy homestay at Bhangeli. After having healthy and wholesome dinner, get ample rest so that you can get prepared for tomorrows trek.
Day 2: Bhangeli to Rikoda
Trek: 5 km, 4-5 hrs
Altitude: 7,550 ft (2,301 m) – 10,950 feet (3,337 m)
Accommodation: Camping (Alpine Tents)
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Evening Snacks + Dinner
A short trek with gradual ascent to the Rikoda campsite. The trail will get steeper close to the campsite.
Day 3: Rikoda to Thalotya
Trek: 5.5 km, 5-6 hrs
Altitude: 10,950 feet (3,337 m) -12,200 ft (3,718 m)
Accommodation: Camping (Alpine Tents)
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Evening Snacks + Dinner
Today the trek distance is slightly more than previous day as well as the terrain requires initial decent followed by ascent and then
final descent to the campsite.
Day 4: Thalotya to Gidara Bugyal & Gidara Bugyal Top, Back to Thirya
Trek: 9 km, 7-8 hrs
Altitude: 12,200 ft (3,718 m) – 13,900 ft (4,237 m) – 10,750 ft (3,277 m)
Accommodation: Camping (Alpine Tents)
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Evening Snacks + Dinner
Longest trekking day, we summit the Gidara Top via bugyal in 3 to 4 hours, another 4 hours to descend to the campsite.
Day 5: Thirya to Bhangeli to Maneri
Trek: 6.5 km, 3-4 hrs
Drive: 30 km, 90 min
Altitude: 10,750 ft (3,277 m) – 7,550 ft (2,301 m)
Accommodation: Hotel/Guest House
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Evening Snacks + Dinner
We trek to Bhangeli in around 4 hours time and drive in another hour and a half to Maneri, visit Gangnani on the way.
Day 6: Drive from Maneri to Dehardun
Drive: 155 km, 7 hrs
Altitude: 7,550 ft (2,301 m) – 2,100 ft (640 m)
Meals: Breakfast
Trip Ends – arrive in Dehradun between 4 & 6 PM
The drive to Dehradun will take at most 7 to 8 hours and we can return in the late afternoon or even early evening.
Inclusions
- Transport support from Dehradun to Dehradun
- Pick-up location: Prince Chowk, near Dehradun Railway Station
Pick-up Time: Around 7:30 am - All vegetarian meals starting from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on the last day
- Professional Guide, Cook and Support staff
- First-Aid kit with Oximeter and Portable Oxygen Cylinder
- Kitchen tents, common tents, toilet tents with portable toilet seats
- Rent for camping equipment like Clean sleeping bags and foam mattresses, Good quality ‘A’ shaped or dome tents, Camping stools, Table and Crampons and gaiters if required
- Forest entry charges for Indian nationals (Additional charges will be applicable for international tourists)
- Porter and mule support to carry camping equipment and NOT personal luggage
- Accommodation throughout the trek on a triple-sharing basis
- Guesthouse accommodation on the first and second last day on a triple-sharing basis
- All applicable taxes
Exclusions
- Personal expenses like tips, personal medicines, phone calls etc.
- Any transport support during the trek apart from what is included above
- Any cost or services not mentioned in the Inclusions
- Accommodation in Dehradun
- Adventure Insurance
- Cost arising due to unforeseen incidents like bad weather, medical evacuation, roadblocks etc
- Porter and mule support to carry personal Luggage can be arranged at an additional cost of INR 350 per bag per day (weighing up to 12 kg)
- Please carry a lunch box for packed lunch/breakfast to avoid using polythenes and Aluminium foils. Keeping the Himalayas clean is our own responsibility. Reduce the use of Plastic when you are in the abode of the Sacred Himalaya. 🌱
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