Dayara Bugyal Trek

The 5-6hrs drive passes through Mussoorie Bypass Road offering scenic views. You get to see the massive Tehri Dam Lake while driving towards Chilianisaur. It takes another one and a half hour drive to reach Barsu from Uttarkashi. An early departure from Dehradun means you will probably be able to start trekking from Barsu at around 1 pm after lunch. Barsu to Barnala Tal is a short and easy hike of 4kms with gradually ascending altitude. It won’t take any more than 3 hours to reach Barnala Meadows from Barsu. The trail is well-marked for the first one and a half kilometer. This region is rich in Rhododendron trees. There is a good campsite at Barnala Meadows, a couple of hundred meters before the Barnala Tal.

Activities : Camping , Trekking

Dayara Bugyal is situated 5kms from Barnala Tal but the shepherd huts of Dayara Bugyal are located one kilometer before the actual bugyal. Camp near these shepherd huts if you are trekking to Dayara Bugyal in winters because the higher reaches of Dayara Bugyal are covered with 2-3ft of snow. If trekking to Dayara Bugyal during the summer season, you can trek further to Dayara Bugyal and camp near a water source.

Activities : Camping , Trekking

The most beautiful day of this trek. Trek further to explore the lengths and breadths of Dayara Bugyal. You’ll be surprised to see how the widespread Dayara Bugyal looks different from every angle. Follow a steep climb towards the right to reach Bakaria Top (3810mts), the highest point in the nearby region. Carry packed lunch while trekking towards Bakaria Top if you want to see the beautiful sunset from Bakaria Top.

Activities : Camping , Trekking

You absolutely would not want to miss the breathtakingly spectacular sunrise at Dayara Bugyal. Bid goodbye to the imposing Himalayan range and trek back to Barsu via Barnala Tal. You will be able to reach Barsu Village in just 3hrs time. Try to leave early if you want to drive all the way to Dehradun on this day.

Activities : Trekking