Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek 2026

1. 1Day 1Rishikesh to Lohajung

   We start at Rishikesh early in the morning. The drive to Lohajung takes 10 to 11 hours. We drive through the Kumaon region with valleys of Shivalik Himalayas beckoning from all angles. You explore the scenic towns of Almora and Kausani en route. 5-6 hours into the drive, you reach Gwaldam, the Garhwal Administrative region. The winding route trails through conifer forests. The last lap of the journey from Deval to Lohajung attains considerable altitude. You stay in a Tourist Guest House or a lodge for the night.

2. 2Day 2Lohajung to Didna Village
3. 3Day 3Didna To Khobal Tal via Ali Bugyal
4. 4Day 4Khobal Tal to Ghairoli Patal
5. 5Day 5Ghairoli Patal to Loharjung.
6. 6Day 6Loharjung to Rishikesh

1. 1

   Day 1

   Rishikesh to Lohajung

   We start at Rishikesh early in the morning. The drive to Lohajung takes 10 to 11 hours. We drive through the Kumaon region with valleys of Shivalik Himalayas beckoning from all angles. You explore the scenic towns of Almora and Kausani en route. 5-6 hours into the drive, you reach Gwaldam, the Garhwal Administrative region. The winding route trails through conifer forests. The last lap of the journey from Deval to Lohajung attains considerable altitude. You stay in a Tourist Guest House or a lodge for the night.

2. 2

   Day 2

   Lohajung to Didna Village

   Our actual trekking starts on day 2. After feasting on a heavy breakfast, we start early from Lohajung to reach Rani Bagad. It takes almost 2 hours on a rocky trail lined with oak and rhododendron trees to reach Rani Bagad. We cross the river bridge over river Neel Ganga at Rani Bagad and trek for another 3 hours to finally reach Didna, our final destination for the day

3. 3

   Day 3

   Didna To Khobal Tal via Ali Bugyal

   We start early after gorging on a sumptuous breakfast. Today's trek is a mix of easy trails and some steep & exciting terrains. We cross coniferous forests and mini meadows and vast patches of green to reach Asia's largest meadow Ali Bugyal. It takes almost one hour to reach the summit of the widespread grassland which offers 360-degree views of Himalayan giants of Mt. Trishul and Nanda Ghunti. Enjoy the views of star-lit mountain sky from your camps.

4. 4

   Day 4

   Khobal Tal to Ghairoli Patal

   From Ali Bugyal, you take a minor descent and moderate ascent over a ridge, along the lush Himalayan flora. It takes 3-4 hours to cross this ridge and reach the enormous meadow of velvety grassland, Bedni Bugyal. The meadow strikes you with its exquisite beauty and serenity. Bedni Kund reflects the sacred peak of Mt. Trishul on its pious waters. The famous Brahma Kamal flower can be spotted near Bedni Kund. It is also the stopover for Nanda Devi Yatra, a ritual procession held every 12 years. Nearby, there is a small temple of Goddess Nanda Devi and shrine of local deity Latu Devta. From here, a gradual descend of 2-3 hours takes you to Ghairoli Patal, your destination for Day4. Overnight stay in camps set amidst the lap of nature.

5. 5

   Day 5

   Ghairoli Patal to Loharjung.

   Gorge on a heavy breakfast before embarking on a long descent to Wan. As you descend to Wan through the forests of Ghairoli Patal, the thick fauna and melodious chirping of mountain birds floor your senses. You come across walnut, oak, rhododendrons and wild roses inhabiting exotic birds like flycatcher and magpies. You continuously descend to reach the iron bridge at Rani Bagad. Rest awhile and fill your water bottles. Finally, a gradual climb of 1 hour brings you to Wan. Explore the village of Wan. Drive of 45 minutes-1 hour brings you to Lohajung. Stay overnight at Lohajung before returning to /Rishikesh, the following day.

6. 6

   Day 6

   Loharjung to Rishikesh

   After morning tea I moved to Rishikesh Reach Rishikesh by 7:00 pm

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