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Ali & Bedni Bugyal Loop
TrekEasy-ModerateMax 3,700m (Ali Bugyal)

Ali & Bedni Bugyal Loop

India's finest high-altitude meadows. A complete loop through Kumaon's most beautiful highlands.

Chamoli, Uttarakhand · 5 days · Groups of 614

Highlights

  • Ali Bugyal — India's largest high-altitude meadow at 3,700m
  • Bedni Bugyal — the postcard meadow with Trishul rising behind
  • Briju Maharaj temple at Bedni — ancient stone shrine in the meadow
  • 360° views: Trishul, Nanda Ghunti, Ronti, Kamet, Chaukhamba
  • Loop route — different trail each way, more variety
  • Best wildflower bloom in June — entire meadow turns purple

Day-by-day Itinerary

1

Drive: Kathgodam → Lohajung

Base village. Rest, briefing.

Altitude: 2,350mStay: Guesthouse
2

Lohajung → Ali Bugyal

Through forests. Ali Bugyal opens suddenly — vast and golden at sunset.

Altitude: 3,700mDistance: 9 kmStay: Tents
3

Ali Bugyal → Bedni Bugyal

Morning across the meadows. Bedni — the temple, the stream, the view.

Altitude: 3,354mDistance: 5 kmStay: Tents
4

Bedni → Wan → Lohajung (loop)

Return via Wan village on the loop route — different forests, same wonder.

Altitude: 2,350mDistance: 13 kmStay: Guesthouse
5

Drive: Lohajung → Kathgodam

Morning departure.

Altitude: 560mStay: — departure

What's included

  • All meals Day 1 dinner to Day 5 breakfast
  • Camping gear
  • Guide + support staff
  • Forest permits
  • Transport: Kathgodam to Lohajung and back

Not included

  • Personal travel to/from Kathgodam
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal gear

FAQs

Is the meadow accessible in October?

Yes — Autumn is excellent. The meadow turns golden, skies are crystal clear, and the crowds from summer are completely gone.

Logistics

Meeting point

Kathgodam Railway Station, Uttarakhand

Trip ends

Kathgodam Railway Station, Uttarakhand

Minimum age

14 years

Fitness required

Basic to moderate — suitable for families and beginners

Starting from

₹12,500

per person, all inclusive

Next batch: May 2026

Duration5 days
Group size614 people
Advance to book₹3,000
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