Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek

• The group will assemble at the pickup point at 06:00 AM. Afterward, you’ll be introduced to the whole group and a small briefing session would also be provided.
• On our journey from Rishikesh to Lohajung, we’d be driving on zig zag routes with the roaring Alaknanda river occasionally coming into view. We’d be passing through Devprayag, Karnprayag, Rudraprayag, which are the three prayags of the Panch-Prayag.
• The mighty Shivalik ranges of the Garhwal region would be peeking from behind, beckoning you closer and providing you beautiful views to gaze at until we reach our basecamp.
• We’ll reach Lohajung in the evening and check into our designated home stays.
• Dinner will be served in the evening followed by overnight stay.
  *The pick-up point would be Rishikesh ISBT (tentative).

• After early morning breakfast, a small briefing session would be provided where all the necessary details about the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek will be shared. After which, we will head towards Didina which is our first campsite.
• The trekking trail to Didina is steep and will test your endurance. The path leads you downhill through dense forests with the stream of Neel Ganga river flowing under the metal bridge that we will cross. The path will soon wind upwards and we’ll reach Didina after a steep ascent.
• We will check into the Didina campsite where lunch will be served.
• The rest of the day is at leisure but trekkers are advised to explore the quaint village.
• In the evening, we will indulge in some group bonding sessions, followed by dinner and an overnight stay in Didina.

• Post breakfast, we’ll head towards Ali Bugyal. All the necessary details about the trekking trails for the rest of the day will be shared by the trek leader.
• En-route we will be making a pit stop at Tolpani which is the last point for acquiring water on this trek. As you ascend upwards, you will be traversing through oak forests and the entire stroll seems like a dream. The tree line slowly starts to vanish and the steep climb is replaced by steady ground until you reach the ridge top where Ali Bugyal comes into view.
• We set up camps in the greenlands of Ali Bugyal and enjoy the stunning landscape of the meadow stretched in front of us.
• After we have lunch, The rest of the day is at leisure. You can spend peaceful moments in the lap of nature and immerse yourself in the serenity of the bugyal.
• Dinner will be served in the evening followed by an overnight stay at the Ali Bugyal campsite.

• After having morning tea and breakfast, we will head towards Ghairoli Patal. As we leisurely walk ahead for a few miles, and follow the path downhill, it commences the start of the trail of Bedni Bugyal. The other half of the twin meadows of Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek, the pristine Himalayan meadows of Bedni Bugyal provides a stunning view of the peaks of Trisul and Nanda Ghati.
• After traversing through the lush green meadows, a sharp descent will mark the end of the meadow and treelines will start to appear. Oak and  rhododendron trees will come into view and as you keep descending, you will soon reach a clearing, which is our next campsite, Gharoli Patal.
• Upon reaching Gharoli Patal, we will have lunch. The rest of the day is at leisure.
• Dinner will be served in the evening followed by an overnight stay at Gharoli Patal.

• After breakfast, we’ll start our descent and embark on a steep ridge that will lead you to the Neel Ganga River.
• We will witness streams of Neel Ganga flowing ceaselessly as we walk. We can make a pit stop here for a breather and enjoy the serene view. The cool water will wash away all your exhaustion.
• After a short climb from the river, you will reach the ridge overlooking Wan Village. After walking down a steep path, we will reach the roadside area. From here, we would board a vehicle and drive to Lohajung.
• Upon reaching Lohajung, we will check-in at our homestays. The rest of the day is at leisure but trekkers are advised to go for local sightseeing and souvenir shopping.
• Dinner will be served in the evening followed by an overnight stay in Lohajung.

• Post breakfast, we will start the return journey to Rishikesh and will reach there by evening.
• The group will disassemble and part their ways with fond memories.
• End of tour.

Short summary of your Ali Bedni Bugyal trek:

In this Ali Bedni Trek, you first make your way from Rishikesh to Lohajung and witness the majestic Garhwal mountains in the backdrop while the Alaknanda river flows relentlessly. Upon reaching Lohajung you get a closer look at the Nanda Ghunti peak that captivates you with its glory and magnificence.

A cluster of villages can be found near Lohajung and you will get to experience the slow paced lives that people lead here. If you forgot to pack any extra layers or just need to buy some handwoven gloves etc then you can visit the local shops that people have set up here.

A zig zag trail through the forests will lead you to your next campsite which is Didina. The trek from Lohajung to Didina is of moderate level but the steep climb tests your muscle endurance. You will need to drink water regularly while ascending to avoid exhaustion and muscle cramps. After traversing through the village, you will reach the campsite that is at an elevation of about 200ft from the village.

With the stream of river running by its side, the campsite of Didina in this Ali bedni Bugyal trek is calming and provides some much needed comfort as well. The valley spreads out like a carpet beneath your feet as you make your way towards Ali bugyal, one part of the twin Himalayan meadows which come together to make the largest alpine meadows of our country.

The tree lines give way to the ridge top where Ali Bugyal comes into view. You will set up camp in the green fields of Ali Bugyal and enjoy the picturesque landscape that is a blend of blue skies and lush green meadows. As dusk will start to fall, the green grass will acquire a golden glow, making it seem as if you’re sitting in a pool made entirely of sunlight.

The next day after a leisurely walk, you will reach the stunning Bedni Bugyal that overlooks the western side of the valley and provides you with the most beautiful view of your surroundings.

As you keep strolling, you will soon reach the Bedni top which is at an altitude of 12,550 ft and you get to see the best view of Trishul peak and Nanda ghunti peak from the Bedni top in this Ali Bedni Bugyal trek. You will also catch a beautiful sight of water sparkling in the sunlight, in the middle of all the greenery just a few meters below and that pool of water is none other than the Bedni Kund that is one of the highlights of the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek.

Finally the meadows end after you make a steep descent to give way to the oak and rhododendron forests that lead you to Ghairoli Patal. After spending a night here, you make way to Wan Village after coming across the cool waters of Neel Ganga and finally get to the roadside, commencing your Ali Bedni bugyal trekking journey.

In a matter of six days, you got to witness the beauty and serenity of meadows whilst also being able to indulge in an enthralling trek that unfolds into something beautiful with every step that you take. The memories you make on a trek like Ali Bedni Bugyal are something you’ll cherish forever. The feeling of being on such a high altitude, more than 11000 ft above sea level and reaching there after conquering all hardships is a feat that not many people can embark upon, much less achieve.

It goes without saying that the feeling of reaching the top is what makes any trek rewarding but it’s your dedication and strong will that makes you worthy of getting the reward of being on top in the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek. All this while, you will be traversing in a group of people who share the same passion as you and that sense of solidarity makes this Ali Bedni Bugyal trek even more unforgettable.