Ali Bedni Bugyal

A dramatic crossover trek from the lush Kullu Valley to the stark Spiti desert. Hampta Pass offers alpine meadows, glacial rivers, and the thrill of crossing a 14,100 ft high-altitude pass — all in just 5 days.

 INR 9,500 (Manali to Manali)

+ INR 2,500 (visit to Chandratal Lake)

+ INR 3,200 (offloading bag)

Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights

Region: Chamoli, Uttarakhand

Trek Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

Start Point: Lohajung

End Point: Lohajung

Max Altitude: ~11,500 ft (Bedni Bugyal)

Best Season: March to June & September to November

Ali Bedni Bugyal is a soul-soothing walk through some of the most beautiful alpine meadows in the Indian Himalayas. Draped in wildflowers and hugged by forested ridges, this trek offers majestic views of Mt. Trishul and Nanda Ghunti. Perfect for beginners and dreamers alike, it’s a trail where every turn opens into quiet beauty and sky-touching grasslands. The trail weaves through quaint villages, rhododendron forests, and golden bugyals that glow under the Himalayan sun.

✅ Panoramic views of Trishul and Nanda Ghunti

✅ Walk across two of India’s most stunning alpine meadows — Ali & Bedni

✅ Lush oak and rhododendron forests in full bloom during spring

✅ Easy-moderate trail suitable for fit beginners

✅ Vibrant sunrises and starry night skies from campsites

✅ Cultural exposure to mountain life in villages like Didna and Wan

✅ A balanced mix of forests, meadows, and ridge walks

📅 Day 1: Drive from Rishikesh to Lohajung (7,600 ft)

🚗 Distance: ~250 km | Duration: 10–11 hours

🏞️ Scenic drive through Devprayag, Rudraprayag & Karnaprayag — confluences of sacred rivers

🌄 Glimpses of the Alaknanda river, mountain ridges, and local Garhwali life

🏡 Arrive at Lohajung, a peaceful village nestled amidst high Himalayan slopes

🛏️ Overnight stay in guesthouse/homestay

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📅 Day 2: Trek from Lohajung to Didna Village (8,200 ft)

🥾 Trek Distance: ~6 km | Duration: 4–5 hours

🌲 Trail descends to the Neel Ganga river, followed by a steady forest climb

💧 Refresh at a riverside stream — a popular local rest point

🏘️ Reach Didna, a remote mountain hamlet surrounded by oak and rhododendron forests

🏕️ Overnight stay in tents or homestay

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📅 Day 3: Trek from Didna to Ali Bugyal (11,000 ft)

🥾 Trek Distance: ~6 km | Duration: 5–6 hours

🌿 Long gradual ascent through enchanting rhododendron forests

🌤️ Forest opens suddenly to reveal the vast alpine meadows of Ali Bugyal

📸 Soak in surreal views of Mt. Trishul and Nanda Ghunti

🏕️ Camp on the gently undulating bugyal with views stretching miles

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📅 Day 4: Trek to Bedni Bugyal (11,500 ft) and return to camp

🥾 Trek Distance: ~5 km round trip | Duration: 4–5 hours

🌾 A dreamy walk across ridges connecting Ali and Bedni Bugyal

📍 Visit the sacred Bedni Kund — a revered high-altitude pond

📸 Capture stunning panoramas of snow peaks and golden meadows

🏕️ Return to camp at Ali Bugyal for a peaceful evening

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📅 Day 5: Descend from Ali Bugyal to Wan Village (7,800 ft)

🥾 Trek Distance: ~10 km | Duration: 5–6 hours

🌲 Steep descent through ancient oak forests and charming shepherd huts

🛕 Pass by centuries-old Latu Devta shrine — worshipped by locals

🏘️ Reach Wan village, the end point of the trek

🏡 Overnight in a local guesthouse or drive to Lohajung (optional)

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📅 Day 6: Drive from Wan/Lohajung to Rishikesh

🚗 Distance: ~250 km | Duration: 10–11 hours

🚌 Return journey through mountain roads and river valleys

☕ Breaks at local dhabas for chai and breakfast

🎒 End your journey with unforgettable meadow memories and new mountain friendships

🚗 4. How to Reach

✈️ By Flight:

Nearest airport is Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (approx. 250 km from Lohajung)

Cabs available to reach Lohajung (10–11 hours)

🚆 By Train:

Nearest railway stations: Rishikesh or Haridwar

Frequent trains from Delhi, Dehradun, and major cities

🚌 By Road:

Overnight buses available from Delhi to Rishikesh/Haridwar

Shared cabs or private taxis operate from Rishikesh to Lohajung

✅ Roopkund Lake, famously called the "Skeleton Lake," lies ahead on the same trail and holds hundreds of ancient human remains — a centuries-old mystery still unsolved. It's part of the sacred Nanda Devi Raj Jat Yatra, an ancient pilgrimage held once every 12–14 years.

✅ Bedni Kund, the sacred pond in the meadows, is deeply revered by locals. It’s believed that Goddess Nanda Devi herself rests here during the great Raj Jat Yatra. Offerings and rituals are still performed here by shepherds and villagers.

✅ Ali & Bedni Bugyal together form one of the largest high-altitude meadows in Asia, but it’s not just their size that stuns — it’s how they suddenly emerge from thick forests like a hidden world, opening up panoramic views of Mt. Trishul and Nanda Ghunti that seem straight out of a dream.

✅ Wan, the trek’s end-point, is one of the highest motorable villages in the region. It’s known for its timeless wooden houses, traditional life, and proximity to the sacred Latu Devta Temple, which remains closed most of the year — its deity is believed to be so powerful that even priests enter blindfolded during rituals.

✅ The name Lohajung comes from “Lohasur Jung” — meaning “the battle with the demon Lohasur.” Legend says Goddess Parvati defeated the demon at this very spot. Today, it's the base camp for many legendary treks including Ali Bedni Bugyal and Roopkund.

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