DAY 1: RISHIKESH TO LOHAJUNG (Drive – 270 km / 10-11 hrs)

• Altitude: 7,600 ft
• Stay: Guesthouse/Homestay

Highlights:

Scenic drive through Devprayag, Rudraprayag, Karnaprayag

Begin your journey early from Rishikesh, driving along the serpentine roads by the Ganges and Alaknanda rivers. Soak in the spiritual vibes of Devprayag, where Bhagirathi and Alaknanda meet to form the holy Ganga.

Reach Lohajung, a quaint Himalayan hamlet, your basecamp for the trek.

DAY 2: LOHAJUNG TO DIDNA VILLAGE (Trek – 7 km / 5-6 hrs)

• Altitude: 8,200 ft
• Stay: Campsite/Local Homestay

Highlights:

Dense oak & rhododendron forests, village culture

Begin your trek with a gradual descent to the Neel Ganga river followed by a beautiful ascent through pine and rhododendron forest to reach Didna.

Enjoy the rich Garhwali culture and warm hospitality of the village.

DAY 3: DIDNA TO ALI BUGYAL (Trek – 6.5 km / 5 hrs)

• Altitude: 11,320 ft
• Stay: Campsite

Highlights:

Open alpine meadows, 360° Himalayan views

Trek through oak forests that open up into the stunning Ali Bugyal, one of the most beautiful high-altitude meadows in India.

The lush green expanse stretches as far as the eye can see, with majestic peaks like Trishul and Nanda Ghunti towering in the backdrop.

Sunset here is a spiritual experience.

DAY 4: ALI BUGYAL TO BEDNI BUGYAL TO GHORA LOTANI (Trek – 7 km / 5-6 hrs)

• Altitude: 10,500 ft
• Stay: Campsite

Highlights:

Sacred Bedni Kund, alpine flowers, closer mountain views

Traverse the ridge to reach Bedni Bugyal, a twin meadow of Ali and home to Bedni Kund, a small high-altitude lake held sacred by locals.

This section offers surreal Himalayan vistas and is perfect for photography.

After exploring Bedni, descend to Ghora Lotani for a peaceful overnight stay.

DAY 5: GHORA LOTANI TO LOHAJUNG (Trek – 10 km / 6-7 hrs)

• Altitude: 7,600 ft
• Stay: Guesthouse

Highlights:

Final forest descent, peaceful trail

Trek back through oak and rhododendron forest to reach Lohajung.

Celebrate the successful completion of your trek with your fellow trekkers.

DAY 6: LOHAJUNG TO RISHIKESH (Drive – 270 km / 10-11 hrs)

• Early morning departure after breakfast.
• You’ll reach Rishikesh by evening with unforgettable memories of the magical Bugyal trail.

TREK INCLUSIONS:

• All meals during the trek (Veg)
• Transportation from Rishikesh to Lohajung and back
• Accommodation in tents and guesthouses
• Professional trek leader, local guides, and support staff
• Forest permits and all necessary entries
• First-aid medical kit and oxygen cylinder