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Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek is a 6-day easy–moderate trek in Chamoli, Uttarakhand, reaching 3,658 m (12,000 ft). It covers about 21 km on foot and starts and ends at Lohajung. Best time: March to June and October to November. Trekkaro price: ₹8,950 per person + 5% GST, with Free Trekking Gear (Decathlon shoes, -10°C jacket, poles, gaiters and microspikes; ₹3,000 refundable deposit + ₹200 washing). Next batch: 17 Oct 2026 (39 upcoming batches).
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District: Chamoli
Duration: 6 Days
Difficulty Level: Easy–Moderate
Highest Altitude: 3,658 m / 12,000 ft
Trekking Distance: 21 km
Temperature: Spring-Summer (Mar-Jun): Day 8°C to 15°C, Night 0°C to 7°C | Autumn (Oct-Nov): Day around 10°C, Night down to -8°C
For half an hour the path is stone steps, oak trunks and the low, dark roof of the rhododendron forest. Then, almost in a single line, the trees stop. The ground in front of you turns to open grass that rolls away in every direction, the sky widens, and the snow-clad peaks of the high Himalaya step out from behind the ridges. In our experience, few moments in the mountains of Uttarakhand change the feel of a trek as completely as that first step onto Ali Bugyal.
The Ali Bedni Bugyal trek is built around two of the highest alpine meadows in Uttarakhand. Ali Bugyal comes first, a wide green carpet of grassland dotted with wildflowers. Bedni Bugyal follows, rising gently to Bedni Bugyal Top at 3,658 m, where Mt Trishul (7,120 m), Nanda Ghunti, Chaukhambha and Neelkanth line the skyline. Just below the top lies Bedni Kund, also called Vaitarni Lake, a sacred lake that holds the reflection of Trishul on still days. Beneath the meadows runs the other half of the story: oak and rhododendron forest along the Neel Ganga River, wooden bridges, the Ranka Dhar ridge above Wan village, and a forest camp ringed by tall deodars. In six days, Trekkaro takes you up through that forest, across both meadows and back down to the village where the walking began.
The Ali Bedni Bugyal trek lies in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, on the border of Garhwal and Kumaon. It is a 6-day, Easy to Moderate trek of 21 km. It starts and ends at Lohajung (2,316 m), the base village where you stay on Day 1 and Day 5, with pickup and drop at Rishikesh; the walking starts and ends at Wan (2,438 m), one of the largest villages in Chamoli, 15 km by road from Lohajung. The two bugyals spread between roughly 3,354 m and 3,658 m, the highest camp is Abin Kharak (3,410 m), and the highest point is Bedni Bugyal Top (3,658 m / 12,000 ft). There are no technical sections; the climbing is steady, the days are short, and the reward is open meadow at real Himalayan height. The trek is known as one of the finest meadow walks in the Indian Himalayas, and for its wide view of Trishul. That reputation, in our experience, is well earned.
Two Meadows Beneath Trishul – What Makes the Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek Unmissable
Most meadow treks give you a single bugyal. This one gives you two, joined by a walk across open grassland above the tree line. Ali Bugyal arrives as a sudden reveal at the top of a steep forest climb, and once you are out on it the walking eases at once: gentle slopes, soft grass underfoot, colourful blooms and cool Himalayan breezes. A steady rise brings you to the ridge of Ali Bugyal, with the surrounding mountains spread out around you, and from there it is less than a kilometre to the camp at Abin Kharak. The tents sit out on the meadow itself, with grassland sweeping away on all sides and nothing between you and a starlit sky.
The next morning belongs to Bedni. You leave Abin Kharak and walk across the rolling green of Ali into Bedni Bugyal, which we consider among the finest alpine meadows in Uttarakhand. The climb is moderate and the views open with every step. Then you stand on Bedni Bugyal Top, at 3,658 m. Trishul rises ahead of you at 7,120 m, with Nanda Ghunti, Chaukhambha and Neelkanth along the horizon, and because the meadow is open and treeless, nothing stands between you and the snow. You walk down to Bedni Kund. The water is still. Trishul sits in it, upside down and perfectly clear. You find a dry patch of grass and sit. For a while, there is nothing to do but look.
What gives this lake its weight is not only the view. Bedni Kund is a sacred site and a key halting point of the Nanda Devi Raj Jat Yatra, a ritual procession held once every 12 years, and it is known for the rare Brahma Kamal flower. Standing at its edge, with the mountain reflected at your feet, you are on ground that holds a real place in local faith. From the lake the trail drops gradually back to the tree line, reaching Ghairoli Patal by late afternoon. We find that this is what sets the trek apart: the walking days are short enough that you have time to sit with the meadows, to watch sunrise and sunset light move across the snow peaks, and to take the place in rather than march across it.
The Forest Trail Itself
Below the meadows, the forest is a journey of its own. The trek begins at Wan and climbs straight into dense oak and rhododendron. The Neel Ganga River runs beside the trail, crossed on wooden bridges, and the first couple of kilometres rise steadily to the Ranka Dhar ridge, with wide views back over Wan. By late afternoon the trail reaches Ghairoli Patal (3,205 m), a quiet clearing surrounded by tall deodars. The next morning begins on stone-paved steps through the trees, and it is this half hour of climbing in shade that makes the opening onto Ali Bugyal feel so sudden.
On the way out the forest shows a different face. From Ghairoli Patal the trail winds down through oak, pine and rhododendron, alive with birdsong, before dropping steeply to the Neel Ganga, the place to stop and cool your feet in the icy water. A gentle climb brings you back to Ranka Dhar for a final look at the high peaks before the descent into Wan. Over four walking days the landscape moves from village to deep forest, from forest clearing to open meadow, and from meadow to a sacred lake beneath high snow peaks.
Who Is This Trek For?
The Ali Bedni Bugyal trek is graded Easy to Moderate, and where it sits on that scale depends mostly on snow. Without snow it is a simple walk for anyone of reasonable fitness; with snow on the meadows, the going is slower and needs more care. Walking days cover 4 to 6 km and take 3 to 5 hours, on forest paths, stone steps and open grass. The hardest day is the first one on foot, from Wan to Ghairoli Patal, which gains about 767 m over 6 km in 4 to 5 hours. The walk out, with its steep drop to the Neel Ganga, tests your knees. No previous Himalayan trek is needed, and we recommend this route as a first high-altitude trek for anyone who can walk 4 to 5 hours on hill trails. We recommend starting your preparation at least 4 to 6 weeks before departure. Minimum age: 8 years. There is no upper age limit; trekkers above 60 need good fitness and a doctor’s medical certificate. Season: March to June, and October to November.
Key Highlights of the Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek
- Two high meadows on one trek – Ali Bugyal and Bedni Bugyal, among the highest bugyals in Uttarakhand, joined by a walk across open grassland
- Bedni Bugyal Top at 3,658 m / 12,000 ft – the highest point, with views of Trishul (7,120 m), Nanda Ghunti, Chaukhambha and Neelkanth
- Bedni Kund (Vaitarni Lake) – a sacred lake that reflects Mt Trishul on still days, known for the rare Brahma Kamal
- Nanda Devi Raj Jat Yatra – Bedni Kund is a key halt on this ritual procession, held once every 12 years
- The reveal of Ali Bugyal – the forest ends suddenly after a short climb on stone-paved steps
- The Neel Ganga forest trail – oak and rhododendron forest, wooden bridges and the Ranka Dhar ridge above Wan
- Camps in forest and on meadow – Ghairoli Patal (3,205 m) among tall deodars, and Abin Kharak (3,410 m) out on the grass under a starlit sky
- Short walking days – 3 to 5 hours on the trail, leaving time for sunrise and sunset over the snow peaks
Best Time to Do the Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek
The Ali Bedni Bugyal trek has two seasons, March to June and October to November, and the meadows look quite different in each. Spring opens with snow still on the high ground and moves into green grass and flowers; autumn turns the bugyals gold and brings the clearest mountain views of the year.
March to Early April – Snow on the Bugyals
The season opens with snow still lying across the higher meadows. Ali and Bedni take on a white, quiet look, and the walk across the grassland becomes slower and needs more care where snow lies on the trail. For trekkers who want a first taste of Himalayan snow on a gentle route with short days, it is a rewarding time to go.
- Trail conditions: Snow on the higher meadows, slower walking, cold nights.
- Best for: A first snow trek on a gentle route, and quiet white meadows beneath Trishul.
April to June – Green Meadows and Spring Flowers
As spring moves on, the bugyals come alive. The weather is pleasant, the meadows turn a lush green, and wild high-altitude flowers and herbs spread across the slopes of Ali and Bedni. Early April can still hold some snow on the high ground, but through the rest of the season the grassland walking is at its easiest, and the mild days make this the most comfortable window on the trek.
- Temperatures: Day: 8°C to 15°C | Night: 0°C to 7°C
- Trail conditions: Some snow possible in early April; green meadows and blooming alpine flowers through the season.
- Best for: First-time trekkers, families with children aged 8 and above, and meadows in flower.
October to November – Golden Grass and Clear Skies
Autumn is when the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek shows its sharpest side. The air turns crisp, the skies clear, and the bugyals change from green to gold. Mountain visibility is at its best of the year, and Trishul, Nanda Ghunti, Chaukhambha and Neelkanth stand out hard-edged above Bedni Bugyal Top. Nights at camp are cold.
- Trail conditions: Crisp, clear weather, golden meadows, cold nights.
- Best for: The clearest views of Trishul, golden meadows and mountain photography.
Trekkaro Recommendation
For the gentlest conditions, green meadows and spring flowers, book an April to June batch; it is our first choice for first-time trekkers and families. For the clearest views of Trishul and the bugyals in gold, choose October or November, our top pick for photographers. If you want snow on the meadows with short, manageable days, March and early April are the window to book.
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Transport is not included in the trek fee: we help the group book shared cabs (about ₹6,500 one way per 5-6 seat vehicle), paid directly to the driver and split among trekkers. The cab leaves Rishikesh (Jumping Heights, Tapovan) at 06:30 AM for Lohajung.
Transport is not included in the trek fee: we help the group book shared cabs (about ₹6,500 one way per 5-6 seat vehicle), paid directly to the driver and split among trekkers. The cab leaves Lohajung at 06:30 AM for Rishikesh (Jumping Heights, Tapovan) and is expected there by 07:00 PM.
Day 1: Rishikesh to Lohajung
Route Details:
Drive: Rishikesh → Lohajung (about 250 km, 8–10 hrs) | Altitude: 2,316 m (7,600 ft) | Stay: Guesthouse / homestay (triple or quad sharing)
The Ali Bedni Bugyal trek starts with a full day on the road. Set off from Rishikesh early, around 6:30 AM, and you reach Lohajung by evening without pressure. Transport is not included in the trek fee: we help the group book shared cabs, paid directly to the driver and split among trekkers. The cab leaves Jumping Heights, Tapovan at 6:30 AM.
The hill road runs via Devprayag, Srinagar, Rudraprayag, Gauchar, Karnaprayag, Tharali and Dewal, through forest, river valleys and remote Garhwal villages with terraced fields. Devprayag, Rudraprayag and Karnaprayag are three of the Panch Prayags, the holy confluences on the Alaknanda. Stop at Devprayag if you can; this is where the Alaknanda and the Bhagirathi join to form the Ganga.
Lohajung, at 2,316 m, is the base camp for Ali Bedni Bugyal, Roopkund and Brahmatal. You stay in a guesthouse or homestay, and dinner is served in the evening. The shops here are few and basic, so bring your trekking essentials with you. Withdraw cash at Dewal, the last reliable ATM, and make your calls at Lohajung, the last place with a stable mobile signal.
What to Expect:
- Early start from Rishikesh, around 6:30 AM
- About 250 km hill drive past three of the Panch Prayags
- Recommended halt at Devprayag, where the Ganga is formed
- Dewal: last reliable ATM; Lohajung: last stable mobile network
- Carry your essentials – Lohajung has only a few small shops
- Overnight: Lohajung guesthouse / homestay (2,316 m / 7,600 ft)
Day 2: Lohajung to Wan, then Trek to Ghairoli Patal
Route Details:
Drive: Lohajung → Wan (15 km, ~1 hr) | Altitude: 2,438 m → 3,205 m (10,515 ft) | Distance: 6 km | Duration: 4–5 hrs | Terrain: steady climb to Ranka Dhar, then oak and rhododendron forest along the Neel Ganga | Stay: Tents at Ghairoli Patal
The morning begins with a 15 km drive from Lohajung to Wan, about an hour. Wan is the starting point of the trek and one of the largest villages in Chamoli. From here you walk 6 km to Ghairoli Patal, gaining about 767 m (2,515 ft) in 4 to 5 hours. It is a steady climb rather than a steep one, and the right way to walk it is slowly.
The first couple of kilometres climb steadily to Ranka Dhar, the ridge above Wan village, where the views open up for the first time. Pause here to catch your breath. The trail then continues into dense oak and rhododendron forest, full of diverse flora and fauna, and follows the lively Neel Ganga River, which you cross on wooden bridges.
The river is a good place for a short rest. In camp, drinking water is boiled or treated with chlorine tablets, and on the trail your trek leader or guide will tell you where to refill your bottle. Keep sipping through the day; steady hydration is the simplest help you can give your body at altitude.
By late afternoon you reach Ghairoli Patal at 3,205 m, a peaceful clearing in the forest surrounded by tall deodars. This is your first night in tents, and the trees keep the camp calm and quiet. Settle in, add a warm layer as the light fades and rest well. Tomorrow the forest opens onto the meadows.
What to Expect:
- 1-hour drive from Lohajung to Wan, the trailhead
- Steady climb to Ranka Dhar ridge above Wan village
- Oak and rhododendron forest along the Neel Ganga, with wooden bridge crossings
- 6 km and about 767 m (2,515 ft) of gain – an easy pace works best
- Ask your trek leader where to refill water; camp water is boiled or treated
- Overnight: Tents at Ghairoli Patal (3,205 m / 10,515 ft)
Day 3: Ghairoli Patal to Abin Kharak via Ali Bugyal
Route Details:
Altitude: 3,205 m → 3,450 m (Ali Bugyal ridge) → 3,410 m (11,185 ft) | Distance: 4 km | Duration: ~3 hrs | Terrain: steep stone-stepped forest climb, then open alpine meadow | Stay: Tents at Abin Kharak
Today is short, but it starts with work. For the first 30 minutes the trail climbs steeply out of Ghairoli Patal over stone-paved steps, through dense oak and rhododendron forest. Take it slowly. Short steps and a steady rhythm on the stones keep your breathing under control, and the steep part is over in about half an hour.
Then the forest clears and Ali Bugyal opens in front of you, a vast spread of alpine grassland running away in every direction. It is known as Asia’s largest alpine meadow, and the change from closed forest to open sky is sudden. The gradient eases at once. You walk across gentle slopes dotted with wildflowers and colourful blooms, with a cool Himalayan breeze and wide mountain views on every side.
The climb continues gently to the ridge of Ali Bugyal at 3,450 m (11,500 ft), the high point of the day. From the ridge the views of the surrounding mountains open wide. Stop here for a while. With only about 3 hours of walking today, there is no reason to rush, and time spent at this height helps your body adjust for tomorrow’s climb to Bedni Bugyal Top.
From the ridge it is less than a kilometre to Abin Kharak at 3,410 m, your campsite for the night. The camp sits among sweeping meadows, and because the day is short you arrive with plenty of daylight left. Use the afternoon to rest, drink water and enjoy the open space around you. On a clear night the sky over the meadows fills with stars.
What to Expect:
- 30-minute steep climb on stone steps through oak and rhododendron forest
- The forest opens suddenly onto Ali Bugyal, a vast alpine meadow
- Gentle meadow walking with wildflowers in season and wide Himalayan views
- Ridge of Ali Bugyal (3,450 m / 11,500 ft): the high point of the day
- Short 4 km day of about 3 hours – plenty of time to rest at camp
- Overnight: Tents at Abin Kharak (3,410 m / 11,185 ft)
Day 4: Abin Kharak to Ghairoli Patal via Bedni Bugyal Top
Route Details:
Altitude: 3,410 m → 3,658 m (12,000 ft) → 3,205 m (10,515 ft) | Distance: 5 km | Duration: ~4 hrs | Terrain: rolling meadow, moderate climb to Bedni Top, gradual descent into forest | Stay: Tents at Ghairoli Patal
This is the summit day of the trek, and a gentle one. From Abin Kharak the trail crosses the rolling green meadows of Ali and enters Bedni Bugyal, considered among the finest alpine meadows in Uttarakhand. The climb is moderate, about 248 m (815 ft) in all, and the grass underfoot makes for easy walking. Keep a steady pace and enjoy the open country.
Bedni Bugyal Top at 3,658 m (12,000 ft) is the highest point of the trek. On a clear day the big peaks stand in a line in front of you: Trishul (7,120 m), Nanda Ghunti, Chaukhambha and Neelkanth. Spend time here. This wide view across the meadows to the snow peaks is the one the trek is known for.
Close by is Bedni Kund, also called Vaitarni Lake, a sacred lake where Mt Trishul reflects on the water. It is a halting point of the Nanda Devi Raj Jat Yatra, a ritual procession held once every 12 years, and the area is known for the rare Brahma Kamal flower. Walk around it quietly; it is a place of worship as well as a viewpoint.
From Bedni Bugyal the trail descends gradually towards the tree line, a drop of about 453 m (1,485 ft). Use your poles and keep your steps short on the way down. After a couple of hours you re-enter dense oak and rhododendron forest and reach Ghairoli Patal at 3,205 m by late afternoon. It is the same deodar-ringed clearing you camped in two nights ago, and its shelter feels welcome after the open meadows.
What to Expect:
- Rolling meadows of Ali and Bedni Bugyal, with a moderate climb of about 248 m (815 ft)
- Bedni Bugyal Top (3,658 m / 12,000 ft): the highest point of the trek
- Views of Trishul (7,120 m), Nanda Ghunti, Chaukhambha and Neelkanth
- Bedni Kund (Vaitarni Lake), with Mt Trishul reflected on its surface
- Gradual descent of about 453 m (1,485 ft) back into oak and rhododendron forest
- Overnight: Tents at Ghairoli Patal (3,205 m / 10,515 ft)
Day 5: Ghairoli Patal to Wan, Drive to Lohajung
Route Details:
Altitude: 3,205 m → 2,438 m (8,000 ft) | Distance: 6 km | Duration: 4–5 hrs | Terrain: forest descent, steep drop to the Neel Ganga, gentle climb to Ranka Dhar, gradual descent to Wan | Drive: Wan → Lohajung (15 km, ~1 hr) | Stay: Guesthouse / hotel at Lohajung
The last trekking day retraces the route you climbed on Day 2. From Ghairoli Patal you descend through dense oak, pine and rhododendron forest, on a trail alive with birdsong and fresh mountain air. In all you lose about 767 m (2,515 ft) over 6 km, so keep your poles out and let your knees work gently.
After a few kilometres the path drops steeply towards the Neel Ganga. This is the steepest part of the day. Slow down, shorten your stride and place your feet carefully. At the bottom the river makes a good rest stop, and you can take your boots off and soak your feet in its icy water before the last stretch.
From the river the trail climbs gently to Ranka Dhar ridge, where you get a final look at the high Himalaya before the trek winds down. Then a gradual descent leads into Wan at 2,438 m, one of the largest villages in Chamoli. Your trek on foot ends here, and the warmth of the village is a fitting close to the walk.
A shared cab, paid directly to the driver, takes you on the short drive of about an hour back to Lohajung. You stay in a guesthouse or hotel on triple or quad sharing. Freshen up, rest your legs and celebrate finishing the trek. Dinner is served in the evening.
What to Expect:
- Forest descent through oak, pine and rhododendron, about 767 m (2,515 ft) of height loss
- Steep drop to the Neel Ganga – a good place to rest and cool your feet
- Gentle climb to Ranka Dhar ridge for last views of the high Himalaya
- Wan village (2,438 m / 8,000 ft), one of the largest in Chamoli
- 15 km, 1-hour drive from Wan back to Lohajung
- Overnight: Lohajung guesthouse / hotel (2,316 m / 7,600 ft)
Day 6: Lohajung to Rishikesh
Route Details:
Drive: Lohajung → Rishikesh (about 250 km, 8–10 hrs) | Altitude: 2,316 m → 340 m (1,115 ft) | End: Rishikesh by evening
The trek closes with the long drive back to Rishikesh. The road retraces the way you came, via Dewal, Tharali, Karnaprayag, Gauchar, Rudraprayag, Srinagar and Devprayag, through valleys, along riverbanks and past mountain towns. Over the day you descend about 1,976 m (6,485 ft). Transport is not included in the trek fee: we help the group book shared cabs, paid directly to the driver and split among trekkers.
We recommend a short stop at Devprayag to watch the Bhagirathi and the Alaknanda meet and form the Ganga. After days in the meadows, it is a good last look at the rivers of these mountains.
The cab reaches Jumping Heights, Tapovan (Rishikesh) by about 7:00 PM. Meals during the drive are not part of the trek, so carry snacks or plan a roadside stop. Leave a margin before any onward train, bus or flight; this is a full day on the road.
What to Expect:
- About 250 km drive back to Rishikesh, 8–10 hours
- Route via Karnaprayag, Rudraprayag and Srinagar
- Halt at Devprayag for the confluence of the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda
- Shared cab from Lohajung, not included in the trek fee
- Meals in transit are your own
- Trek ends at Lohajung; drop at Rishikesh (340 m / 1,115 ft) by about 7:00 PM
How To Reach
Nearest airport: Jolly Grant Airport (DED), Dehradun – about 20–25 km / around 45 min from Rishikesh, with direct flights from Delhi and other metros. The cab to Lohajung leaves Rishikesh at 6:30 AM, so fly in the day before and stay the night in Rishikesh.
From Rishikesh to Lohajung: about 250 km, 8–10 hrs by road. Transport is not included in the trek fee: we help the group book shared cabs (about ₹6,500 one way per 5–6 seat vehicle), paid directly to the driver and split among trekkers. The cab leaves Jumping Heights, Tapovan (Rishikesh) at 6:30 AM.
Return: On Day 6 the shared cab (not included in the trek fee; about ₹6,500 per vehicle, paid directly to the driver and split among trekkers) leaves Lohajung at 6:30 AM and is expected to reach Jumping Heights, Tapovan by 7:00 PM. Book your flight home for the next day.
Nearest railway station: Haridwar Junction, about 25–30 km (~1 hr) from Rishikesh, is the best connected, with trains from Delhi including the Shatabdi, Jan Shatabdi and overnight trains. Yog Nagari Rishikesh (YNRK) has only a few direct trains, so book well in advance and plan to reach Rishikesh the day before the 6:30 AM cab.
- To Haridwar: Shatabdi, Jan Shatabdi or an overnight train from Delhi, then a cab or local transport to Tapovan
- To Rishikesh direct: Yoga Express or Kalinga Utkal Express – check current timings
From Rishikesh to Lohajung: about 250 km, 8–10 hrs by road. Transport is not included in the trek fee: we help the group book shared cabs (about ₹6,500 one way per 5–6 seat vehicle), paid directly to the driver and split among trekkers. The cab leaves Jumping Heights, Tapovan (Rishikesh) at 6:30 AM.
Return: On Day 6 the shared cab (not included in the trek fee; about ₹6,500 per vehicle, paid directly to the driver and split among trekkers) leaves Lohajung at 6:30 AM and is expected to reach Jumping Heights, Tapovan by 7:00 PM. Book a late-night train from Haridwar or travel the next day.
Bus route: Delhi ISBT Kashmere Gate to Rishikesh, about 6–7 hrs, by overnight Volvo and Uttarakhand Roadways buses. Choose government buses from inside ISBT Kashmere Gate and avoid private buses that leave from outside it; most buses stop at Rishikesh Bus Stand, from where an app cab, auto rickshaw or shared three-wheeler takes you to Jumping Heights, Tapovan.
From Rishikesh to Lohajung: about 250 km, 8–10 hrs by road. Transport is not included in the trek fee: we help the group book shared cabs (about ₹6,500 one way per 5–6 seat vehicle), paid directly to the driver and split among trekkers. The cab leaves Jumping Heights, Tapovan (Rishikesh) at 6:30 AM.
Return: On Day 6 the shared cab (not included in the trek fee; about ₹6,500 per vehicle, paid directly to the driver and split among trekkers) leaves Lohajung at 6:30 AM and is expected to reach Jumping Heights, Tapovan by 7:00 PM. Book an overnight bus to Delhi for that night or the next day.
Things To Carry
Ali Bedni runs in spring (March–June) and autumn (October–November), and March–April can still have snow on the higher meadows, so pack for both dry trail and snow.
- Trekking shoes – Provided free with Trekkaro’s Free Trekking Gear (one refundable deposit of ₹3,000 + ₹200 washing charge covers the whole kit)
- Trekking poles – Provided free with Trekkaro’s Free Trekking Gear; they save your knees on the descents
- Gaiters and microspikes – Provided free with Trekkaro’s Free Trekking Gear, for snow on the trail
- Backpack – 50–60 L with a rain cover
- Day pack – 20–30 L; needed if you offload your main backpack (₹1,500 + 5% GST, max 9 kg)
- Water bottles – 2 x 1 L; make one insulated if you trek in March–April
- Headlamp – with spare batteries, for camp nights and early starts
- Tents and sleeping bags – included in the trek fee, so you do not need to bring them
Temperatures range from about 10°C to -8°C, so carry 4 warm layers – thermals, 2 fleece or woollen layers and the padded jacket – and add a second thermal set if you trek in March–April.
- -10°C padded jacket – Provided free with Trekkaro’s Free Trekking Gear
- Thermal inners – top and bottom, for cold nights
- Fleece or woollen layers – 2 (a fleece jacket and a light woollen sweater)
- Trek pants – 2, one to wear and one to carry; no jeans
- Collared T-shirts – 3, quick-dry
- Rain jacket or poncho – for sudden showers on the open meadows
- Socks – 3–4 pairs of cotton or sports socks for walking, plus 2 woollen pairs for the night
- Caps – a sun cap (wide brim or neck cover) and a woollen cap
- Balaclava or buff – for cold evenings, especially in March–April
- Gloves – 1 fleece or woollen pair, plus 1 waterproof pair if there is snow
Ali and Bedni are wide, open meadows with strong sun and snow glare in early spring, so protect your eyes and skin.
- UV sunglasses – to prevent snow blindness
- Sunscreen – SPF 50+
- Lip balm – with SPF, to prevent chapped lips
- Quick-dry towel – small and light
- Toiletries – toothbrush, toothpaste, biodegradable soap and hand sanitiser; no wet wipes, as they are not biodegradable
- Ziploc and plastic bags – to keep wet or dirty clothes apart from dry ones and to carry your waste back
- Personal medical kit – your regular and prescribed medicines plus basic first aid; consult your doctor before the trek
Lohajung is the last place with a stable mobile signal and there is no reliable ATM after Dewal, so sort out cash and calls before the trek.
- Cash – Dewal is the last reliable ATM before Lohajung; withdraw enough there or in Rishikesh, including your share of the cab
- Lunch box – reusable, for packed lunches on the trail
- Snacks and ORS – dry fruits, energy bars and a few ORS sachets
- Power bank – to keep your phone and headlamp charged in camp
- Government photo ID – original plus a photocopy (passport, Aadhaar card, driving licence or voter ID); needed at forest check posts and for trek registration, so keep them in a waterproof pouch
- Travel insurance – mandatory and not included in the trek fee; it must cover high-altitude trekking and emergency evacuation
Frequently Asked Questions
Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek is a 6-day easy–moderate trek in Chamoli, Uttarakhand, reaching 3,658 m (12,000 ft). It covers about 21 km on foot and starts and ends at Lohajung. Best time: March to June and October to November. Trekkaro price: ₹8,950 per person + 5% GST, with Free Trekking Gear (Decathlon shoes, -10°C jacket, poles, gaiters and microspikes; ₹3,000 refundable deposit + ₹200 washing). Next batch: 17 Oct 2026 (39 upcoming batches).
The Ali Bedni Bugyal trek is in Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, and starts from Lohajung (2,316 m / 7,600 ft), about 250 km and 8–10 hours by road from Rishikesh. The trail begins at Wan village, a 15 km, one-hour drive from Lohajung.
From Wan the route climbs through oak and rhododendron forest along the Neel Ganga to the open meadows of Ali Bugyal and Bedni Bugyal.
The Ali Bedni Bugyal trek takes 6 days from Rishikesh to Rishikesh, with 4 trekking days covering about 21 km.
- Day 1 and Day 6: drive between Rishikesh and Lohajung (about 250 km, 8–10 hours)
- Days 2–5: trekking, 4–6 km and 3–5 hours a day
- Highest day: Day 4, over Bedni Bugyal Top (3,658 m), about 5 km and 4 hours
The highest point of the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek is Bedni Bugyal Top at 3,658 m (12,000 ft). The trail starts at Wan (2,438 m / 8,000 ft), and the highest camp is Abin Kharak at 3,410 m (11,185 ft).
- Lohajung (base): 2,316 m / 7,600 ft
- Ghairoli Patal camp: 3,205 m / 10,515 ft
- Ali Bugyal ridge: 3,450 m / 11,320 ft
- Abin Kharak camp: 3,410 m / 11,185 ft
The Ali Bedni Bugyal trek is graded Easy–Moderate, with short walking days of 3–5 hours. The hardest parts are the first-day climb from Wan and a short stone-stepped section below Ali Bugyal.
- Day 2: 6 km with about 767 m (2,515 ft) of gain, 4–5 hours
- Day 3: a steep 30-minute climb on stone steps, then gentle meadow walking
- Snow: March–April can bring snow on the higher meadows, which makes walking harder
Yes, the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek is well suited to beginners: it is graded Easy–Moderate, covers about 21 km over 4 trekking days, and no day is longer than about 5 hours.
The main challenge is altitude, as three nights are spent above 3,200 m.
For the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek you should be able to walk 4–5 hours a day on uphill forest trails above 3,000 m. Good stamina makes the Day 2 climb of about 767 m much easier.
- Cardio: brisk walks, jogging or stair climbing in the weeks before
- Strength: squats and lunges for the steep descent to the Neel Ganga
- Practice: walk with a loaded backpack
The best time for the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek is spring (March to June) and autumn (October to November), the months the trek runs. It does not run during the July–August monsoon.
- March–April: snow is still possible on the higher meadows
- May–June: milder days of 8–15°C
- October–November: autumn season with cold nights
Snow on the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek is most likely in March and April, when it can still lie on the higher meadows of Ali and Bedni Bugyal. In spring, pack for both dry trail and snow.
When there is snow on the trail, gaiters and microspikes are provided free with Trekkaro’s Free Trekking Gear.
Temperatures on the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek range from about 10°C in the day to -8°C at night. From April to June, days are 8–15°C and nights 0–7°C.
- Layers: 4 warm layers – thermals, 2 fleece or woollen layers and the padded jacket
- March–April: add a second thermal set and a balaclava
- Outer jacket: a padded -10°C jacket is part of the Free Trekking Gear
From Bedni Bugyal Top (3,658 m) on the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek you see Trishul (7,120 m), Nanda Ghunti, Chaukhambha and Neelkanth. Bedni Kund, also called Vaitarni Lake, reflects Mt Trishul on its surface.
- Ali Bugyal: a vast alpine meadow with wide Himalayan views
- Bedni Kund: on the Day 4 route over Bedni Bugyal
- Ranka Dhar ridge: last views of the high Himalaya on Day 5
The Ali Bedni Bugyal trek starts in oak and rhododendron forest and opens onto wide, rolling alpine meadows. Most of the meadow walking is gentle, with a few steep forest sections.
- Forest: oak, pine and rhododendron along the Neel Ganga, with wooden bridge crossings
- Stone steps: a steep 30-minute climb below Ali Bugyal
- Meadows: the rolling grassland of Ali and Bedni Bugyal
- Descent: a steep drop to the Neel Ganga on Day 5, then a gentle climb to Ranka Dhar
Altitude sickness is possible on the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek, as it reaches 3,658 m and spends three nights above 3,200 m. Day 2 has the biggest gain, about 767 m from Wan to Ghairoli Patal, so an easy pace works best.
- Gradual plan: Day 3 is a short 4 km day with plenty of time to rest at camp
- Safety kit: first-aid kit, medical support and oxygen cylinders at every camp
- Trained leaders: trek leaders are aware of high-altitude issues
The minimum age for the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek is 8 years. Trekkers under 18 must come with a parent or guardian.
There is no upper age limit. Trekkers above 60 are welcome if they are fit and in good cardiovascular health; along with the medical certificate signed by a doctor that every trekker brings, we recommend an ECG or TMT report.
To reach the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek, travel to Rishikesh; the cab to Lohajung leaves Jumping Heights, Tapovan (Rishikesh) at 6:30 AM for the 8–10 hour drive of about 250 km. Reach Rishikesh the day before.
- By air: Jolly Grant Airport (DED), Dehradun, about 20–25 km and 45 minutes from Rishikesh
- By train: Haridwar Junction, about 25–30 km from Rishikesh, is best connected; Yog Nagari Rishikesh has only a few direct trains
- By bus: overnight buses from Delhi ISBT Kashmere Gate to Rishikesh take about 6–7 hours
- Return: the cab leaves Lohajung at 6:30 AM on Day 6 and reaches Rishikesh by about 7:00 PM
No, transport between Rishikesh and Lohajung is not included in the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek fee. We help the group book shared cabs (about ₹6,500 one way per 5–6 seat vehicle), paid directly to the driver and split among trekkers.
- Onward: 6:30 AM from Jumping Heights, Tapovan, Rishikesh on Day 1
- Return: 6:30 AM from Lohajung on Day 6, reaching Rishikesh by about 7:00 PM
- Trailhead drive: the 15 km, one-hour drive between Lohajung and Wan on Days 2 and 5 is also by shared cab, paid directly to the driver
On the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek you stay two nights at Lohajung in a guesthouse, homestay or hotel, and three nights in tents at the trail camps. Trail tents are shared by three trekkers, and Lohajung rooms are on a triple or quad sharing basis.
- Day 1 and Day 5: Lohajung (2,316 m)
- Day 2 and Day 4: tents at Ghairoli Patal (3,205 m)
- Day 3: tents at Abin Kharak (3,410 m)
- Camp setup: large mess tents with tables; tents and sleeping bags are included
- Single tent: ₹2,000 + 5% GST per tent for the whole trek
An Ali Bedni Bugyal trek batch has up to 20 trekkers, and a fixed departure needs at least 6. Each batch is led by a professional trek leader who has completed basic and advanced mountaineering courses and is trained in Wilderness First Aid.
- Support team: local certified mountain guides, a chef, assistants and porters
- Private treks: available for any group size
Yes, the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek is safe for women trekking alone, and the safety of women trekkers is a top priority. Guides and support staff are carefully selected, trustworthy and reliable.
- Tents: women share tents only with other women
- Batches: groups of up to 20 include both men and women
- Valuables: keep your personal belongings secure
All meals on the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek are included from Day 1 dinner to Day 5 dinner: simple, freshly prepared vegetarian food, with eggs available on request at the campsite. Tea, coffee, soups and snacks are served regularly.
- On the trail: packed lunches, so bring a reusable lunch box
- Not included: meals on the drive between Rishikesh and Lohajung
- Snacks: carry dry fruits, energy bars and ORS sachets
Yes, drinking water on the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek is boiled or treated with chlorine tablets at the camps. On the trail, ask the trek leader or guide where to refill your bottles.
- Bottles: carry two 1 L bottles
- March–April: make one bottle insulated so the water does not freeze
Yes, the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek includes Trekkaro’s Free Trekking Gear, so you do not need to buy or rent shoes or a jacket. One refundable deposit of ₹3,000 plus a ₹200 washing charge covers the whole kit.
- Shoes: trekking shoes worth ₹6,999
- Jacket: padded jacket rated to -10°C, worth ₹3,299
- Trekking poles: save your knees on the descents
- Snow gear: free gaiters and microspikes for snow
Yes, backpack offloading on the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek costs ₹1,500 + 5% GST for the full trek. Book it at least 15 days in advance; last-minute requests made at Lohajung may cost more.
- Weight limit: 9 kg
- Bag type: no suitcases, trolleys or duffel bags
- Day pack: carry a 20–30 L day pack for water, snacks and a layer
No doctor joins the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek, but trek leaders are trained in Wilderness First Aid, understand high-altitude issues and carry a full first-aid kit and essential medicines. Medical support, oxygen cylinders and a stretcher for emergency evacuation are available at every camp.
- Own medicines: bring your regular and prescribed medicines
- Before the trek: check your medical status, or get expert advice if unsure
For the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek you need an original government photo ID with a photocopy, and a travel insurance policy that covers high-altitude trekking and emergency evacuation. The ID is needed at forest check posts and for trek registration.
- ID: passport, Aadhaar card, driving licence or voter ID
- Storage: keep the original and photocopy in a waterproof pouch
- Insurance: mandatory and not included in the trek fee
Yes, the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek needs permits, and all necessary trekking permits and forest camping fees are included in the trek fee. You only need to carry your original photo ID and a photocopy for the forest check posts.
The ID is also used for trek registration at the start.
On the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek, Dewal is the last reliable ATM and Lohajung is the last point with a stable mobile signal. Beyond Lohajung the network is patchy to non-existent.
- Cash: withdraw enough in Rishikesh or Dewal, including your share of the cab
- Shops: Lohajung has only a few small shops, so carry your essentials
- Calls: finish important calls at Lohajung and tell your family about limited connectivity
Bedni Kund, also known as Vaitarni Lake, is a lake on Bedni Bugyal that you reach on Day 4 of the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek. Mt Trishul (7,120 m) is reflected on its surface.
The same day takes you over Bedni Bugyal Top (3,658 m), the highest point of the trek.
Ali Bugyal and Bedni Bugyal are two alpine meadows (bugyals) linked on the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek. Ali Bugyal (3,450 m) opens suddenly out of the forest on Day 3, while Bedni Bugyal rises to Bedni Bugyal Top (3,658 m), crossed on Day 4.
- Ali Bugyal: a vast meadow with gentle walking, wildflowers in season and wide views
- Bedni Bugyal: rolling meadow with Bedni Kund and views of Trishul, Nanda Ghunti and Chaukhambha
- Camp between them: Abin Kharak (3,410 m)
The Ali Bedni Bugyal trek completion date always stays as scheduled, but the route plan can change, as this is a remote mountain trek where unexpected events happen. In such cases the trek leader provides the best alternate schedule, close to the original itinerary.
The trek ends on Day 6 with the 8–10 hour drive to Rishikesh, so plan onward travel around that date.
Yes, Trekkaro offers private and customised Ali Bedni Bugyal treks at your own pace and for any number of people. The cost depends on the group size, the duration and the type of trek.
Fixed departures, by comparison, need at least 6 trekkers and take a maximum of 20.
To book the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek, choose your date, fill in the booking form and complete the payment; all details are then emailed to you. Once payment is complete the booking shows as Paid in My Bookings, so you can book your travel right away.
Plan to reach Rishikesh the day before the trek, as the cab to Lohajung leaves at 6:30 AM.
Terms & Conditions
1. Free Trekking Gear (FTG)
- Decathlon trekking shoes
- Decathlon jacket rated to -10°C
- Trekking poles, gaiters and microspikes
- No rental fee: ₹3,000 refundable deposit + ₹200 washing charge
2. Accommodation
- Day 1 and Day 5: guesthouse or homestay in Lohajung, on a triple/quad sharing basis
- Day 2 to Day 4: camping in 3-person tents at Ghairoli Patal and Abin Kharak
3. Meals
- All meals from Day 1 dinner to Day 5 dinner
- Freshly prepared, simple vegetarian food
- Tea, coffee, soups and snacks during the trek
4. Permits & Camping Fees
- All necessary trekking permits and forest camping fees
5. Camping & Safety Equipment
- Tents and sleeping bags
- Large mess tents with tables
- Ice axes, microspikes, gaiters and ropes
- First-aid kit, medical support and oxygen cylinders at every camp
- Stretchers at each campsite for emergency evacuation
6. Trek Team
- Experienced trek leaders, supported by local certified mountain guides
1. Transport
- Transport (Rishikesh to Lohajung and back) is not included in the trek fee: we help the group book shared cabs (about ₹6,500 one way per 6-seater vehicle), paid directly to the driver and split among trekkers.
2. Food During Transit
- Meals on the drive between Rishikesh and Lohajung
3. Backpack Offloading (optional)
- ₹1,500 + 5% GST for the entire trek
- Maximum weight: 9 kg; no suitcases, trolleys or duffel bags
- Charges may be higher for last-minute requests made at Lohajung
4. Single Tent Occupancy (optional)
- ₹2,000 + 5% GST per tent for the entire trek
5. Personal Equipment
- Your backpack, clothing and other personal gear (trekking shoes, jacket, poles, gaiters and microspikes come with Free Trekking Gear)
6. Trek Insurance
- Travel insurance is mandatory and not included. It must cover high-altitude trekking and emergency evacuation.
7. Anything Not Mentioned Under Inclusions
- Anything not listed under Inclusions is not part of the package; ask us in advance if you are unsure
We know that cancelling a trek can be genuinely disappointing. Plans change, life intervenes, and sometimes the mountains have to wait. That is why Trekkaro has designed one of the most trekker-friendly cancellation policies in the industry — to reduce the financial impact on you and give you real options when things do not go as planned.
Important: Bookings made on trekkaro.com are cancelled online from My Bookings. Bookings made offline with our team must be cancelled in writing by e-mail by the person who originally booked the trek. Requests over the phone, via WhatsApp, or through third parties are not accepted.
How to Cancel Your Trek
Booked online on trekkaro.com:
- Log in and open My Bookings.
- Choose Cancel Booking on the trek you want to cancel.
- Pick a refund (as per the charges below) or Get TrekCash Voucher instead — the voucher is issued instantly and appears under My TrekCash Vouchers.
Booked offline with our team:
- Compose an e-mail from the registered e-mail ID used at the time of booking.
- Attach a copy of your tax invoice to the e-mail.
- Send both to info@trekkaro.com.
- Your cancellation is effective from the date Trekkaro receives and acknowledges your e-mail.
How to Reschedule Your Trek (Free)
- Once per booking, to another batch of the same trek, free of charge. A request we decline doesn’t count.
- Up to 8 days before departure, also in the 8–14-day window when there is no cash refund. The new batch must start at least 7 days after the day you ask.
- Subject to seat availability for every trekker on the booking.
- Not available for bookings paid fully or partly with a TrekCash Voucher.
- No fee or price difference; add-ons and the number of trekkers stay as booked.
Booked online: My Bookings → Reschedule free → pick a batch. Our team confirms by e-mail and your booking moves once approved. Booked offline: e-mail info@trekkaro.com.
How to Transfer Your Booking
You can give your booking to another trekker up to 8 days before departure. E-mail info@trekkaro.com from your registered e-mail ID with your booking ID and the new trekker’s name, age, phone number and ID proof. The new trekker must meet the fitness, age and document rules of the trek. We confirm the transfer by e-mail.
Cancellation Charges
| When you cancel | Cash refund | Other options |
|---|---|---|
| 30 days or more before departure | 70% refund (30% cancellation charge) | Or instead: a 100% TrekCash Voucher (valid 1 year), a free reschedule or a transfer |
| 15 to 29 days before departure | 50% refund (50% cancellation charge) | Or instead: a 100% TrekCash Voucher (valid 1 year), a free reschedule or a transfer |
| 8 to 14 days before departure | No cash refund of the trek fee | You can take a 100% TrekCash Voucher (valid 1 year), a free reschedule (once per booking) or a transfer to another trekker |
| 7 days or less before departure, or no-show | No refund of the trek fee | None: no voucher, reschedule or transfer |
A 100% voucher instead of a refund. From the day you book until 8 days before departure, you can take a TrekCash Voucher worth 100% of the amount paid, valid for 1 year on any Trekkaro trek. This works in every slab above, including 8–14 days, when there is no cash refund. Online bookings take the voucher from My Bookings → Cancel Booking (issued instantly). Offline bookings ask for it by e-mail to info@trekkaro.com.
If you paid the FTG security deposit and the washing charge, both are refunded in full when you cancel before the trek starts, in every slab.
Cancellation of Voucher-Based Bookings
- The standard cancellation policy applies to voucher-based bookings in the same way it applies to direct bookings.
- Any remaining balance after the applicable cancellation charge has been deducted will be credited back to your Trekkaro account as a new voucher.
- If your voucher has already expired at the time of cancellation, no refund, credit, or extension will be issued under any circumstance.
- If a voucher is set to expire on a Sunday or public holiday, it must be redeemed before the expiry date.
Additional Terms
- Free Rescheduling: Switching to a different batch of the same trek is free of charge once per booking, up to 8 days before departure, subject to seat availability. Not available for bookings paid with a TrekCash Voucher. See “How to Reschedule Your Trek” above.
- Trek Transfers: You can transfer your booking to another person up to 8 days before departure, by e-mail. The new trekker must meet the fitness, age and document rules of that trek. See “How to Transfer Your Booking” above.
- No Refund Post-Commencement: Once the trek has commenced from Day 1 of your confirmed itinerary, no refunds or TrekCash Vouchers will be issued for any reason, including early exit, illness, or dissatisfaction with services.
- Policy Changes: Trekkaro reserves the right to amend or withdraw this cancellation policy at any time without prior notice. The version in effect at the time of your booking confirmation governs your booking.
Early Exit or Removal from Trek
A trekker may be required to leave the trek before completion for health concerns (AMS, hypertension, cardiac symptoms, or fitness that poses a safety risk), rule violations (alcohol or non-prescribed drugs on trail, smoking in prohibited zones, reckless behaviour, or misconduct), or by their own decision. In all cases of early exit or removal, no refund, partial refund, or TrekCash Voucher will be provided, and any additional transport or exit expenses are the trekker's responsibility. The trek leader's decision on health and safety grounds is final.
If Trekkaro Cancels Your Trek
In rare circumstances beyond our control — natural disasters (extreme snowfall, avalanche, floods, landslides, earthquakes) or unforeseen civil events (government curfews, lockdowns, political unrest) — Trekkaro will issue a TrekCash Voucher for the full trek fee paid, valid for 12 months on any trek listed on Trekkaro.com. If the new trek costs more, the difference is payable by the trekker. The voucher is sent to your registered e-mail within 10 working days and may be transferred to another person who meets Trekkaro's eligibility requirements.
Refund Processing
Refunds are processed within 10 working days of cancellation approval and credited to the original payment method only (credit card, debit card, net banking, UPI, or wallet). Your bank may take another 3–5 business days. Office hours: Monday to Saturday, 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM IST.
The full policy is part of our Terms & Conditions (Section 09).
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Oxygen, first aid, daily SpO₂ checks, trained leaders — tap to read
1. Trained Trek Leaders
- Trek leaders hold NIM (Nehru Institute of Mountaineering) certification or an equivalent qualification
- Their training covers casualty assessment, high-altitude medical response, rope work and evacuation
2. Daily Health Checks
- Blood oxygen (SpO2) and pulse are checked for every trekker every day
- A falling SpO2 reading is acted on early, before it turns into Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS)
- If you are not fit to continue, the trek leader will ask you to rest or descend; the trek leader’s decision on health and safety is final
3. Emergency Equipment
- Portable oxygen cylinders carried with the group
- First-aid and medical kit with the trek team
- Stretchers at every campsite for emergency evacuation
- Radio communication across the trek team, as mobile signal is not reliable on the trail
4. Proper Trekking Gear
- Free Trekking Gear, with no rental fee: Decathlon trekking shoes with good grip, a jacket rated to -10°C, trekking poles, gaiters and microspikes
- No one walks in worn-out or wrong gear, the cause of many slips and cold injuries
5. Tents and Sleeping Bags
- Sleeping bags rated to -20°C, and tents shared by three trekkers, with men and women in separate tents
6. Snow and Steep Sections
- On snow, ice or exposed ground, the trek team fixes ropes and cuts steps where needed and helps you across
7. Risks on the Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek
- Highest point: 3,658 m (12,000 ft)
- The first-day climb from Wan, with about 767 m of height gain
- A steep 30-minute section on stone steps below Ali Bugyal
- Snow on the higher meadows in March and April
8. Your Part
- Build your fitness before the trek with running, cycling or swimming
- Tell the trek leader about any medical condition and the medicines you carry before Day 1
- Report a headache, nausea, dizziness or breathlessness to the trek leader at once
- Carry travel insurance that covers high-altitude trekking and emergency evacuation
What a day on the trek feels like — tap to read
1. What You Can Expect From Us
- Safety first on the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek: daily SpO2 and pulse checks, oxygen cylinders and a stretcher with the group
- Personal attention: batches of up to 20 trekkers, so the trek leader knows each trekker’s health and pace
- NIM-certified trek leaders (Nehru Institute of Mountaineering, or an equivalent qualification), with local guides who know the Ali Bedni Bugyal route, its weather and its campsites
- An itinerary planned for altitude, with daily distance and height gain set so your body can adjust
- Clear pricing: everything included and excluded is listed under Terms & Conditions, with the price of each optional add-on
2. What We Expect From You
- A willing attitude: cold nights, steep climbs and sudden weather changes are part of the mountains
- Physical preparation: you do not need to be an athlete, but train before the trek so the longest day feels comfortable
- Trust in your trek leader: follow their calls on route, pace, start times and turning back, as they are made for the group’s safety
Last ATM and phone network on the route — tap to read
1. Last ATM
- Dewal has the last reliable ATM before Lohajung
- Withdraw enough cash in Rishikesh or Dewal
- Carry small notes: cards are not accepted on the trail
2. Mobile Network
- Lohajung is the last place with a stable mobile signal
- Beyond Lohajung the network is patchy to non-existent
- Make your important calls and tell your family about the limited connectivity before you leave the base
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Route Map & Altitude Profile
Follow the Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek route on the map: from Lohajung (2,316 m) to Bedni Bugyal Top (3,658 m), about 1,342 m of climbing. Press Walk the trail and follow the hiker camp to camp, or tap a day to jump to its camp.
Satellite imagery with a topographic map option. The trail is drawn from mapped footpaths and the Trekkaro route (296 points); it is for orientation, not a navigation map. Your trek leader walks the trail with you.
Camps and altitudes on the Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek
- Day 1 Lohajung · 2,316 m / 7,598 ft Base — Base village
- Day 2 Wan · 2,438 m / 7,999 ft Camp by road — Trailhead village
- Day 2 Ghairoli Patal · 3,205 m / 10,515 ft Camp — Forest camp
- Day 3 Ali Bugyal · 3,450 m / 11,319 ft Camp — Meadow
- Day 3 Abin Kharak · 3,410 m / 11,188 ft Camp — Camp between the two meadows
- Day 4 Bedni Bugyal Top · 3,658 m / 12,001 ft Summit — Highest point
- Day 4 Ghairoli Patal (return) · 3,205 m / 10,515 ft Camp — Back to the forest camp
- Day 5 Wan (trek end) · 2,438 m / 7,999 ft Base — Descent and drive
- Day 5 Lohajung (trek end) · 2,316 m / 7,598 ft Base by road — Drive from Wan
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