Dayara Bugyal Trek

The Dayara Bugyal adventure begins from Dehradun Railway Station, where our vehicle will pick you up in the morning. We drive towards Raithal Village, the base village for the trek, covering approximately 175 km in 7–8 hours. The scenic route takes you through Mussoorie, Suwakholi and Uttarkashi, with beautiful mountain roads, forested stretches and views of the surrounding Himalayan valleys. As we approach Raithal, the landscape becomes increasingly peaceful and mountainous. On reaching the village, check into your homestay and relax. Enjoy a warm local dinner and prepare for the trek ahead. Overnight stay at Raithal Village.

Meal: Snacks & Dinner

RAITHAL

1. Distance: 184km
2. Time: 7-8hrs
3. Altitude: 2263m
4. Pickup time: 7-8am

After breakfast, we begin our trek from Raithal Village at approximately 2,263 m towards Gui Campsite at around 3,013 m. The trail gradually climbs through beautiful oak and rhododendron forests, with occasional clearings offering views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. The moderate ascent gives you time to enjoy the peaceful Himalayan environment, listen to the sounds of the forest and experience the traditional mountain landscape. After approximately 5 km and 4–5 hours of trekking, we reach Gui Campsite. Settle into your tents and enjoy the serene surroundings. Dinner and overnight stay at Gui Campsite.

Meal: Breakfast, lunch, Snacks & Dinner

GUI CAMP

1. Distance: 5km
2. Time: 5-6hrs
3. Altitude Gain: 3,013 m
4. Trek start: 9-10am

Today is the main highlight of the Dayara Bugyal Trek. After an early breakfast, we begin our trek from Gui towards the magnificent alpine meadows of Dayara Bugyal. The trail gradually opens up as we leave the dense forest behind and enter expansive high-altitude meadows. At approximately 3,408 m, Dayara Bugyal offers spectacular views of the surrounding Himalayan ranges and vast open landscapes.

Meal: Breakfast, lunch, Snacks & Dinner

SUMMIT

1. Distance: 12km
2. Time: 7-8hrs
3. Altitude Gain: 3,048 m
4. Trek start: 9-10am

After breakfast, we begin our descent from Gui Campsite to Raithal Village. The approximately 5 km trail takes us back through beautiful forests and mountain landscapes. As we lose altitude, the trail becomes easier and eventually brings us back to the village where our journey began.

After reaching Raithal, we celebrate the successful completion of the Dayara Bugyal Trek with a certificate ceremony. After a short rest, we board our vehicle for the scenic drive back to Dehradun. The return journey covers approximately 175 km and takes around 7–8 hours, depending on road and traffic conditions.

We expect to reach Dehradun Railway Station between approximately 6:30 PM and 7:30 PM. We recommend planning any onward train or bus journey after 9:00 PM to allow sufficient time for unexpected delays. The trek concludes at Dehradun Railway Station.

Meal: Breakfast

DEHRADUN

1. Distance: 200km
2. Time: 9-10hrs
3. Altitude Gain: 640 m
4. Trek start: 4-5am