Dayara Bugyal Trek trek itinerary — day by day route map

Detailed Route

Dayara Bugyal Trek — Detailed Route

Duration

6 Days

Total Distance

28 KM

Max Altitude

11,190 FT

Trek Type

circuit

Altitude Profile

TREK / CAMP

DRIVE

SUMMIT

Dashed = Vehicle Segment

Points show end-of-day camp altitude. Summit days show peak altitude reached.

Day by Day Breakdown

Day 1

8 Hrs

185 KM

drive

7,100 FT

DehradunRaithal

Drive: Dehradun to Raithal

Pick up from Dehradun Railway Station at 7:00 AM. The drive passes through Mussoorie and follows the Bhagirathi river near Uttarkashi. Raithal is one of the most beautiful heritage villages in Uttarakhand. Night stay in a homestay to experience local Garhwali culture and food. Last reliable ATM at Uttarkashi.

Key Landmarks

MussoorieSuwakholiChambaUttarkashiBhatwariRaithal Heritage Village

Day 2

4 Hrs

5 KM

trek

9,500 FT

RaithalGui

Trek: Raithal to Gui Campsite

The trail starts directly from the village. It is a well-paved stone path that soon enters a thick forest. The ascent is very gentle and consistent. Gui is a sheltered campsite in a forest clearing. You can see the Bandarpoonch peaks on a clear evening from here. Tents pitched on a level forest clearing.

Key Landmarks

Village stone stepsOak & Rhododendron ForestGui Shepherd HutsHimalayan Monal viewpoints

Staying At

Gui

Day 3

3 Hrs

3 KM

trek

10,500 FT

GuiChilapada

Trek: Gui to Chilapada

A very short 'E-Z' day designed for acclimatisation. You move higher into the forest, getting closer to the edge of the Dayara meadows. Chilapada has a small perennial stream. The afternoon is spent resting or exploring the nearby forest trails. This saves energy for the large meadow exploration tomorrow.

Key Landmarks

Upper Oak ForestBarnala Bugyal junctionChilapada streamMt. Shrikhand Mahadev view

Staying At

Chilapada

Day 4

7 Hrs

9 KM

trek

9,500 FT

ChilapadaGui (return)

Meadow Day: Chilapada to Dayara Top and return to Gui

The 'Big Bugyal' day. As you exit the forest at Chilapada, the massive meadows of Dayara open up. It’s like an endless green (or white in winter) carpet. Trek to the highest point (Dayara Top) for an panoramic view of the Greater Himalayas. Spend 2-3 hours just relaxing on the grass before heading back down to the sheltered Gui campsite.

Key Landmarks

Dayara Bugyal (28 sq km)Bakaria TopGidara Bugyal junctionBandarpoonch Massive (20,722ft)Black Peak

Staying At

Gui

Day 5

3 Hrs

5 KM

trek

7,100 FT

GuiRaithal

Trek: Gui to Raithal

Easy descent back to the base village. You'll reach Raithal by lunch. Afternoon free to explore the village architecture and talk to the locals. Raithal is famous for its sustainable homestay model. Hot shower and a warm bed today!

Key Landmarks

Old Forest trailsRaithal HomestaysVillage Temple

Day 6

8 Hrs

185 KM

drive

2,100 FT

RaithalDehradun

Drive: Raithal to Dehradun

Return drive. Reach Dehradun by 6:00 PM. Highly recommended to book your onward travel after 8:00 PM.

Key Landmarks

BhatwariUttarkashiTehri Dam reservoirDehradun

Trek Extensions & Add-ons

Bakaria Top Peak Hike

+1 Day

Short extension to the highest point of the meadow for 360-degree Himalaya views.

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