Ali Bedni Bugyal

Pickup: Rishikesh

You will be picked up early in the morning from Rishikesh. Please make sure that you get there a day before the journey. Arrive at Lohajung, and settle into your camps. Later, hear tales of the Roopkund Trek from our experts. Gather for a welcome reception at dinner in the evening. The next day awaits taking in the stillness of dense forests.

Forest Walk

Take a deep breath and begin your first step of the journey towards India's most beautiful grassland nestled at an altitude of 3500 meters. It is surrounded by Almora, Nainital, Gwaldam, and Kausani hill stations. As we initially head downhill, birds, forests, and wildlife provide soothing sounds. We stop for lunch on a beautiful river before starting our ascent to the village. Located near a stream, Didina village is the perfect location to get to know the welcoming residents, spend quality time with them, and learn about their way of life.

The Second Ascent

Enjoy breakfast in Didina before a visit to another thrilling day. In this dark forest adorned with oaks, birch and rhododendrons, we set off to explore the beautiful meadow while hiking on a brown carpet of leaves.

The Descent

Enjoy the hike down to Didina village. Take stunning photos of the meadows and the snow-clad peaks in the distance as you walk on the top of the Grassland. Return to Didina mid-afternoon and grab a delicious sattvic lunch.

The vast meadow

Following the trail for a few hours, you are suddenly greeted by the vast meadows of Ali Bugyal, icy Mt. Trishul, and endless ridgelines. Allow yourself to experience the grassland on your toes by taking off your shoes. The green meadow stretches out in every direction from the mountaintop, engulfing you in miles of vastness. Mother Nature creates bright, hazy strokes to depict the towering mountain peaks. After a day of hiking and exploration, the peaceful campsite near a forest is the perfect place for unwinding.

Descent

This is the 6th day, and we have let ourselves be filled with the wilderness of spectacular Himalayan Grassland. Our day will begin with a robust breakfast, followed by a descent to Lohajung. Check in to the lodge, have some dinner, and enjoy the evening with the group after completing the journey.

Catch you later

We will have breakfast to start the day. After gathering our belongings, we will return to Rishikesh to connect with your flight/cab home.

Accommodations: The majority of our nights will be spent in comfortable camps based on double or single or group occupancy. The accommodations on this journey offer the best location to explore the incredible natural wonders of the area. Guides: Experienced experts will travel with you the entire journey, and share their insights.

Pick-up & Drop-off: Rishikesh: In accordance with your travel itinerary, we have arranged for all of your transportation requirements from Rishikesh to Lohanjung including drop-off. Our trip may be affected by poor road conditions and travel delays, and some days will require long transfers by road, rail, or air. How to reach: You can book a flight to Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun, which is around 239 kilometers from Delhi Airport. From the Dehradun airport to Rishikesh, taxis are available. Visitors can board regular buses, trains, or cabs from Delhi to Rishikesh.

Difficulty Level: The activity level for this journey is light to medium, thus fit travellers are recommended. This Journey may require walking on paths with steep ascents and descents, traversing uneven terrain, and ascending hills without handrails. Fitness: You may start by going for daily jogs, performing Surya namaskara, and squats a few weeks before the journey. The journey is suitable for people aged 18 to 60 years old. Height: You start from an altitude of 340 meters in Rishikesh and reach the highest point of 3,355 meters at Ali Bugyal.

Winter: Rucksack bag, trekking shoes/walking shoes, track pants, a windproof jacket, light woolen clothing, a sun cap, sunglasses, sunscreen lotion, lip balm, torch/flashlight, a walking stick, water bottle, dry fruits, and personal toiletries. Monsoon: A backpack with a rain cover, waterproof trekking/hiking shoes, trekking pants, windproof/waterproof jacket, thick fleece, woolen clothing, waterproof gloves, woolen socks, walking stick, raincoat/poncho, torch/flashlight, toiletries General Items: Mobile phone, camera, diary, books, cash, debit card, emergency numbers, personal medicine, etc.

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• Accommodation as per package
• Meals as indicated in the Itinerary
• Transfers upon arrival and departure
• Transportation provided on-trip
• Personal Guide
• Photography

• All toll tax, parking, fuel, and driver allowances
• Anything not mentioned under 'Package Inclusions
• All personal expenses, optional tours, and extra meals
• Any kind of entry fees anywhere if not mentioned
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