Uttarakhand · Trekking Region

Dayara Bugyal

The classic 28 km² meadow beneath Bandarpunch

Up to 3,639 m5–7 daysEasy

About Dayara Bugyal

Dayara Bugyal is one of the most spectacular and accessible alpine meadows in the entire Indian Himalaya. A rolling 28 km² grassland at 3,639 m, ringed by the summits of the Bandarpunch massif (6,316 m), Draupadi ka Danda, Srikanth, and Jaonli. The trail climbs from the traditional Garhwali village of Raithal through oak and rhododendron forest onto the meadow — accessible enough for first-time trekkers and families, dramatic enough that experienced trekkers return year after year. Also a spectacular winter snow trek (Dec–Feb) when the meadow transforms into a vast white expanse.

Region Highlights

28 km² of rolling alpine meadow at 3,639 m

Bandarpunch (6,316 m), Draupadi ka Danda, Srikanth, Jaonli panorama

Suitable for first-time trekkers and families (min age 8+)

Winter snow trek option — December to February

Rich birdlife: monal, koklass pheasant, Himalayan griffon

Traditional Garhwali villages of Raithal and Barsu

Best Trekking Season

AprilMayJuneSeptemberOctoberDecemberJanuaryFebruary

The pre-monsoon (March–May) and post-monsoon (October–November) windows offer the clearest skies, stable weather, and best mountain views. Some treks are viable year-round at lower altitudes.

Dayara Bugyal

Region at a glance

Max Altitude

3,639 m

Trek Duration

5–7 days

Difficulty

Easy

Packages Available

0 treks

Best Months

April, May, June…