Description
Bugyal in the local language means “High Altitude Meadow”.For hundreds of years shepherds from far have been taking their flock to graze at Dayara. They have come back with stories of the abundance of grass and splendor of the mighty Himalayan mountain peaks cradling the meadows. They described the place with such intensity that soon word about Dayara Bugyal reached explorers.
Overview
Bugyal in the local language means “High Altitude Meadow”.For hundreds of years shepherds from far have been taking their flock to graze at Dayara. They have come back with stories of the abundance of grass and splendor of the mighty Himalayan mountain peaks cradling the meadows. They described the place with such intensity that soon word about Dayara Bugyal reached explorers. When the explorers got back from their treks to Dayara, they came back profoundly affected. The meadows were exactly as the shepherds had described them – but only more beautiful. The mountains they talked about were the Bhagirathi peaks, Bandarpoonch, Black peak and scores of other peaks they could not name. They discovered clear water bodies strewn across the green meadows – in whose reflection the peaks looked even more beautiful. Flowers sprung up around streams and brooks that ran across the meadows. Dayara Bugyal along with its twin Gidara Bugyal is perhaps one of the most beautiful alpine meadows in India. The meadows stretch out far and wide and all around the meadows are the many towering snow peaks. The trek showcases some of the best scenery the Himalayas have to offer. The Bugyals and the sky around with their ever changing hue can show you a new scenery every season of the year.
Weather:
Days are going to be sunny and warm (14-22 °C) while the night temperature at the highest campsite would be in the range of 0-8 °C. In the post monsoon season the days are sunny with temperatures hovering around (12-20 °C) and the evenings start getting cold with the onset of October and nights are comparatively colder (-2 to 8 °C)
Meals:
Breakfast: Toast butter, jam, Corn flakes, Aaloo& Gobi Paratha, Oats, fresh fruits, Tea & Coffee.
Lunch & Dinner: Roti/Paratha, 02 vegetables, dal, rice, noodles, pasta, eggs, 01 sweet dish.
We ensure there is variety provided in the food.
Equipment Details:
Alps Tasmanian (Four season) Tents:
Freestanding design features hubbed 7000 series aluminum poles with weatherproof shock cord.75-denier polyester taffeta floor with 5,000 mm coating.Easy entry and great ventilation with 2 doors and 2 zippered mesh windows.Factory-sealed fly and floor seams deliver reliable weather protection.Floor Area 34.5 sq feet, 04 Season Tent
Mountain Hardwear (Four season) Tent:
Designed with a trim floor that fits on ledges; its clip setup aids pitching in high wind.4 welded adjustable vents with mesh and zippers provide versatile ventilation options and frost management.Vestibule area is built into the tent, creating room for boots and other gear near the door.Watertight snow port in its floor that provides an exit point for accumulated frost/snow.Floor Area 33sq feet, 04 Season Tent
Cliffclimber Sleeping Bags:
Cliff climber sleeping bags are used by the Indian army in the Siachen region.With a temperature rating of -10°F, this bag is suitable for 4-season use.Differentiated hood and neck drawcords simplify adjustments; antisnag zippers work smoothly.Double-protection design combines a polymer-coated down fill with waterproof/breathable ripstop nylon all around; shell also has a durable water repellent finish.
Marmot Sleeping bags:
SpiraFil 120 high loft insulation and Wave Construction fight the cold to keep you comfortable all night.Unique blend of 3-denier conjugated spiral hollow fibers and 1-denier polyester fibers provides loft, warmth and compressibility.Wave construction, consisting of overlapping shingles of insulation throughout the bag, prevents cold spots.With a temperature rating of 0°F, this bag is suitable for 4-season use.
Sleeping Pads/Mattresses:
Horizontally cored foam reduces weight and bulk; 3.5-inch thickness provides ample cushioning.On top is a soft, stretch polyester; 150-denier polyester bottom resists wear; all seams are welded.Pad has 2 quick-closing, high-flow valves.Pad thickness 3.5inches, Width 30 inches, Length 78 inches.
T4.1 Dining Tent:
PU-coated polyester flysheet breathable polyester inner tent polyethylene groundsheet solid 12.7mm fibre poles.All tents are laboratory tested (an ENTIRE TENT is put through 200 litres/hr/sq m for 4 hours!) and field tested. (PU-coated polyester flysheet 120 g/sq m Polyethylene groundsheet fully thermo-bonded taped seams). There is a breathable polyester inner tent under the flysheet that prevents naturally-occurring droplets of condensation from touching the inside of the flysheet.Easily accommodates 12 people for dining at a given time.
Toilet Utility Tent:
3 shelf organiser.Capped roof fly for extra protection and ventilation.Large rear zippered window with privacy covers.Removable PE floor with mesh drainage panels.Free standing with extra guy line peg down points for windy conditions.225cm (H) x 120cm (w) x 120cm (D)
Camping Chairs:
Rugged aluminum legs maximize load capacity and minimize weight and bulkiness.Made of Ripstop polyster, sturdy stool & easy to carry.Seat height 15 inches.Weight capacity 250 pounds.
Camping Table:
Top is half 24" x 24" high-density pearl polyethylene and half 24" x 24" steel rack.Foldable powder-coated bronze steel frame.Built-in paper towel and trash bag holder.3 adjustable height settings.8"L x 24"W x 29"H.
Inclusion
1. Accommodation. (Guest house, Home stay, Camping)
2. Meals while on trek (Veg.) (Egg)
3. Trek equipment
4. Permits
5. First aid medical kits and oxygen cylinder.
6. Qualified & experienced Professional trek Leader, Guide and Support staff
7. Transport from Haridwar to Haridwar
8. Porter charges
Exclusion
- Any camera fees
- All food & beverages costs apart from the ones mentioned above
- Any personal expenditure (Toiletries, medicines, etc.)
- Cost incidental to any change in the itinerary/ stay on account of flight cancellation due to bad weather, ill health, roadblocks and/or any factors beyond control.
- Anything not specifically mentioned under the head "Cost Includes".
Itinerary
Dehradun to Barsu 200kms drive
We leave at dawn break and drive to Barsu which is a day long journey. We pass through the towns of Rishikesh, Chamba and Uttarkashi. Barsu is a small village about 32kms from Uttarkashi and is on the way to Gangothri. The drive to Barsu from Uttarkashi is along with Bhagirathi River. Barsu is the base camp for Dayara Bugyal trek, Overnight stay at Barsu in a guest house/camp.
Barsu to Barnala (2500mts)
We pass through the beautiful landscape of Rhododendrons, forest cover of Silver Oaks, Deodar. Barnala is a place from where the famed meadow of Dayara starts. The miles of green undulating meadows stretching as far as your eye can see is a beautiful sight.The climb is a moderate one with intermittent ascents. We cross a dilapidated gujjar hut right after the forest clearing, then a short climb to theBarnala Meadows. Overnight in camp
Barnala – Dayara Bugyal – Barnala (3350mts)
The trek to Dayara Bugyal is a normal ascend. The trail to the high alpine meadow Dayara Bugyal, is through the Barnala meadows. The landscape is picturesque and the dense forests lend a sneak peak of the greater Himalayas. As you end the ascend at Dayara, the vast meadow unfolds in front of you. The meadow is like a table top as you set foot on the meadow the sight of the mighty Himalayas surrounds you. Evening decent to Barnala campsite. Overnight Camp.
Barnala – Barsu
Morning after breakfast trek down to Barsu. Overnight in Guest house/hotel
Barsu – Dehradun (Drive)
Get ready for the drive back to Dehradun. Trip ends here.
Cancellation Policy
- 75% of the total amount paid will be refunded if the travel plan is cancelled by the customer 60 days or more prior to the date of commencement of travel.
- 50% of the total amount paid will be refunded if the travel plan is cancelled by the customer 30 days or more prior to the date of commencement of travel.
- 25% of the total amount paid will be refunded if the travel plan is cancelled by the customer 15 days or more prior to the date of commencement of travel.
No money shall be refunded in case of cancellation of travel plan less than 15 days prior to the date of commencement of travel.
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