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Entry Fee : Varies with packages; Approximately INR 7500/person.
Entry Fee : Varies with packages; Approximately INR 7500/person.
Dayara Bugyal is just that - a widespread meadow situated at an altitude of 3950m (12956ft) above sea level. A meadow is not exactly a common concept in modern day India. Lush green lands with fresh air, cows grazing in the hillside, and a gentle breeze blowing through is a very European-esque scenario that in India and can only be found in the higher altitudes of the majestic Himalayas. Shepherds and nomads from around the region first discovered this magnificent grazing ground and often went about telling stories of its beauty to the common people. 'Bugyal' literally means a high altitude meadow in the local language of the area. Nature and adventure enthusiasts soon caught wind of this seemingly stunning piece of land and set out to explore. Today, Dayara Bugyal is not only the most beautiful meadow in all of India, but it is also a popular trekking destination for travellers from all over the world.
Nestled between the peaks of Bandarpunch (6316m) and White Peak (6102m), the trek follows a 7 km trail from the base camp in Barsu, passing through the village of Raithal, and ending up atop the Dayara Bugyal. It is continuously surrounded by dense oak forests and snow-capped Himalayan peaks such as Bhagirathi, John Lee, Srikanth and Draupadi ka Danda.
In winters (December- February), the meadow gets covered with snow, transforming into a 28 square kilometre skiing spot with its undulating slopes. While the Dayara Bugyal is a happening place to be at any time of the year, it is most famous as a tranquil trekking ground for tourists who wish to get away into the Himalayas for a long holiday or weekend, minus the exhaustion of a demanding hike.
Rail: Board the overnight Nanda Devi AC Express leaving New Delhi at 11:50 pm reaching Haridwar by 4:00am. From Haridwar one can take a jeep or bus for Barsu via Uttarkashi.
Road: Delhi to Barsu is 422 km by road and takes about 6 hours to reach.
Approx trekking distance (Both sides): 24 Km
Base Camp: Barsu
Difficulty: Moderate
Highest point of trek: 12,500 ft
Nearest Airport: Pantnagar Airport
Nearest Railhead: 270 km
Region: Uttarkashi District
Snow: Summer and Autumn are the best time for the trek.
Starting point of trek: Barsu
Q. barsu to barnala how difficult it is for non-trekkers?
aniche vargoshe
6 years ago