Raithal: Base Village for 2 Himalayan Treks
2026 batches · 2 treks · live dates & prices
Raithal (about 2,200 m) is the base village for Dayara Bugyal and Surya Top: a Garhwali village of old wooden houses above Bhatwari in Uttarkashi district, 180–185 km from Dehradun.
2 treks from Raithal
Looking for treks from Raithal? Trekkaro runs 2 Himalayan treks from Raithal in Uttarakhand, priced from ₹7,800 to ₹9,960. The easiest is the Dayara Bugyal Trek (easy to moderate, 4 days); the longest is the Surya Top Trek at 7 days. Each price covers stay, meals, permits and NIM-certified trek leaders, with free trekking shoes, a jacket and poles included, so there is no gear to rent. Pick a trek below for live batch dates, or see the departure list further down.
Live prices and the next departure for each trek. Tap a trek for the full itinerary, dates and booking.
Easy–ModerateUpcoming departures
| Trek | Dates | Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surya Top Trek | 17 Oct – 23 Oct 2026 Dussehra | ₹9,960 | Available |
| Dayara Bugyal Trek | 17 Oct – 20 Oct 2026 Dussehra | ₹7,800 | Available |
| Dayara Bugyal Trek | 18 Oct – 21 Oct 2026 Dussehra | ₹7,800 | Available |
| Surya Top Trek | 19 Oct – 25 Oct 2026 Dussehra | ₹9,960 | Available |
| Surya Top Trek | 24 Oct – 30 Oct 2026 | ₹9,960 | Available |
| Dayara Bugyal Trek | 24 Oct – 27 Oct 2026 | ₹7,800 | Available |
| Dayara Bugyal Trek | 25 Oct – 28 Oct 2026 | ₹7,800 | Available |
| Surya Top Trek | 31 Oct – 6 Nov 2026 | ₹9,960 | Available |
| Dayara Bugyal Trek | 31 Oct – 3 Nov 2026 | ₹7,800 | Available |
| Dayara Bugyal Trek | 1 Nov – 4 Nov 2026 | ₹7,800 | Available |
| Dayara Bugyal Trek | 7 Nov – 10 Nov 2026 Diwali | ₹7,800 | Available |
| Dayara Bugyal Trek | 8 Nov – 11 Nov 2026 Diwali | ₹7,800 | Available |
| Dayara Bugyal Trek | 14 Nov – 17 Nov 2026 | ₹7,800 | Available |
| Dayara Bugyal Trek | 15 Nov – 18 Nov 2026 | ₹7,800 | Available |
| Dayara Bugyal Trek | 21 Nov – 24 Nov 2026 Guru Nanak Jayanti | ₹7,800 | Available |
Trekking from Raithal: what to expect
Raithal sits above the Bhagirathi valley in Uttarkashi district, reached by a 180–185 km, 8–9 hour drive from Dehradun via Mussoorie, Chamba and Uttarkashi, turning off the Gangotri road at Bhatwari for the last hour. Trekkaro groups meet at Dehradun Railway Station in the morning and share a cab (about ₹6,500 one way per 5–6 seat vehicle, split among trekkers); the first night is in a homestay in the village. Raithal is known for its old three-storey wooden houses and apple orchards. Bhatwari, an hour before, has the last reliable ATM and the last stable mobile signal; in Raithal the signal is weak and beyond it there is none. From the village the Dayara Bugyal trail climbs through oak forest to the meadow camp at Gui and on to the open bugyal; Surya Top continues higher along the same ridge system.
Frequently asked questions
Which treks can I do from Raithal with Trekkaro?
Trekkaro runs 2 treks from Raithal: Dayara Bugyal Trek, Surya Top Trek. Free trekking gear is included with each booking.
What is the cheapest trek from Raithal, and what does it cost?
Dayara Bugyal Trek at ₹7,800 per person for 4 days, with free Decathlon trekking shoes, a -10°C jacket, poles and gaiters.
Which is the easiest trek from Raithal for a first-time trekker?
Dayara Bugyal Trek, graded easy-moderate. It is a good choice for first-time trekkers.
How do I reach Raithal from Dehradun or Delhi?
Reach Dehradun the night before by train or bus from Delhi. Trekkaro meets the group at Dehradun Railway Station in the morning and arranges a shared cab for the 180–185 km, 8–9 hour drive via Mussoorie, Chamba, Uttarkashi and Bhatwari, at about ₹6,500 one way per vehicle split among the trekkers. The return cab reaches Dehradun by evening on the last day.
Which treks start from Raithal?
Dayara Bugyal (4 days, easy to moderate, best in winter for snow on the meadows and in spring for green bugyals) and Surya Top (7 days, moderate, a summit above the Dayara meadows, run from March to June and September to October).
Is there an ATM or mobile network in Raithal?
Bhatwari, about an hour before Raithal, has the last reliable ATM and the last stable mobile signal; withdraw in Dehradun to be safe. In Raithal the signal is weak, and on the trek above the village there is none.
Is trekking gear included in the price of these treks?
Yes. Free Decathlon trekking shoes, a -10°C jacket, trekking poles and gaiters are included with your booking (Free Trekking Gear, FTG). A refundable gear deposit applies, and a ₹200 washing charge is added when you opt for FTG.
Why Book With Trekkaro?
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