Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek: The Green Carpet of the Garhwal Himalayas.

Some treks are so rich in beauty, culture, and grandeur that experiencing them feels like a privilege. The Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek is well-liked.Moreover, remember that Ali and Bedni are two different Bugyal. It is located in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand and is included in the names of high-altitude meadow treks in India. Ali Bugyal Trek is not so difficult; therefore, it is ideal for beginners. However, this trek offers such breathtakingly heavenly views that they are bound to leave an unforgettable imprint on your mind. Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek provides you with a diverse landscape and many other exciting and adventurous surroundings, so let’s read and understand more about the trek.

Highlights of the Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek

Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek has many things that make the trek more stunning, so let’s dive in and get all the details about the meadows. 

1. During the trek, you can view a magnificent Himalayan view of Mt Trishul and Nanda Ghunti. Both the mountains are grand in their own right. 
2. Ali and Bedni Bugyal are twin alpine meadows. The trail around the meadow is covered with green grass and a touch of ice, which results in a natural carpet. 
3. While covering the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek you will experience the local culture of the village. Local people are mostly Gadwali, who belong to the Gadwal region. Therefore, they follow their own lifestyle, wear cultural clothes and you will see different architecture over there. 
4. Walking through the trail you will come across green and brown Oak trees. These forests are very dense therefore, be careful and savour the enchanting environment of Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek. Moreover, during spring you will see blooming pink and white rhododendron flowers. 
5. There is a sacred lake called Bedni Kund, this lake holds religious importance.  Bedni Kund is dedicated to goddess Nanda Devi, locals believe that this is a blessed lake that is surrounded by many prayer flags. This place has its importance as it includes positivity around and thus reflects in good photographs. 
6. The Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek is known for its refining wildlife experience. Many birds like Himalayan Monal, Woodpecker, Thushes, Koklass Pheasant, and many other birds are found. Trekkers many encounter many wildlife animals so be aware and careful. 

Best Time to Visit Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek 

Bedni Bugyal Trek is a distinguished trek on its own. There is a positive attitude throughout the trek. However, if you are willing to do the trek you have to be careful and aware of the weather situation. Moreover, just remember that before choosing the season to do Bedni Bugyal Trek you have to gain information about the weather during the season. So, to help you with the weather conditions here is a guide of the seasons. Let’s get one’s hand in. 

• Spring (March to April)

During this season you will see a clear view of the sky and the peaks. This season lets you nurture the nature while blooming of rhododendrons and wildlife activities are more visible. Spring season is mostly famous for the best photographs as you will observe many vibrant color flowers in Ali Bugyal Trek. 

• Summer (May to June)

May and June are considered the prime months for Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek. So, it’s obvious that due to peak season, these months can be crowded. However, these months have comfortable weather with ideal trekking conditions. 

• Monsoon (July to August) 

This season is mostly avoided due to rain, as in the rainy season the trail becomes slippery. So, there can be chances of missing happening. However, this season is filled with vibrant greenery. 

• Autumn season (September to November) 

This is the post-monsoon season which means this is one of the best times to do Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek. Usually, September to November is considered a less crowded season with a warm environment and golden tones. 

• Winters (December to February) 

The months of December, January, and February are considered the coldest season. The peaks are covered with snow and the forests are frozen. Even the trail has some hurdles but if you have proper guidance, you can complete the trek peacefully. 

Itinerary for Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek

The trek to Ali Bedni Bugyal typically takes six days to complete. So, to do the trek smoothly let’s have a proper Itinerary. Below is a detailed day-wise itinerary of the trek.

Day 1: Drive from Rishikesh to Lohajung.

Your first day starts with 10 to 11 hours of drive from Rishikesh to Lohajung. The journey takes you through scenic towns like Devprayag, Karnaprayag, and Tharali. Throughout the drive enjoy the scenic view and discover rivers and prayags of the Chamoli district.

Day 2: Trekking from Lohajung to Didna Village.

After reaching Lohajung your second day starts with trekking of 7km from Lohajung to Dinda Village. Pack your trekking back accordingly and enjoy your trek. The trail during the second day is covered with Oak and rhododendron forests with many small streams.

Day 3: Trek from Dinda Village to Ali Bugyal.

As you know Ali and Bedni are twins Bugyal which means both are different Bugyal. So, on the 3rd day of the trek, you will explore Ali Bugyal. This is a 7-hour-long trek with an incredible view of Trishul and Nanda Ghunti. With a peaceful environment and many beautiful birds and blooming flowers.

Day 4: Trek from Ali Bugyal to Bedni Bugyal and return to Return to Ghaeroli Patal.

It is a 10km long trek with a trail covered with rhododendron and oak forest.

Day 5: Trek from Ghaeroli Patal to Wan village and then drive to Lohajung.

This is a 6 km trek with 1 hour of driving. During the trek, you will discover the Latu Devta temple. Which has a nice view for photographs.

Day 6: driving back from Lohajung to Rishikesh.

Here, comes the last day of Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek. Take all the memories with you. Count all the adventures during the trek. Capture all the beauty in your eyes.

Things to Carry

Think to carry for comfortable Trekking

• Footwear: Trekking Boots (snow and water proof), normal walking boots, and floaters.
• Few pairs of warm/woolen socks.
• Luggage: Backpack (50 liters), Daypack (20-30 ltr), Duffel bag.
• Clothes: Waterproof breathable jacket & pants, Jacket (synthetic or fleece of down feather), insulated pants (Synthetic), Poncho, Sweatshirt, inner thermal (upper & lower), fleece, t-shirts, cotton trekking pants, shorts. * clothing as per the season
• Gear for Hand & Head: Liner glove, Bandanna, Sun hat, Woolen caps, Face mask etc. Accessories: Sunglasses/Goggles, anti-glare glasses, water bottle, hydra pack, Headlamp with spare bulb and extra batteries.
• Trekking Gears: Emergency tool kit.
• Protection and First-Aid: Sunscreen, toiletry kit, water purification tablets, Zip-lock bags, ear plugs, first-aid and all essential medicines.
• Camping Equipment: Sleeping bags (extreme -5 to +5 Celsius) with liner, trekking poles, etc.
• Shirts / T-shirts – 2/3, Warm shirt/light micro fleece pullover/full sleeve T shirt
• Trekking Pants that are water resistant/repellent and having inside lining for extra warmth- 2
• Windproof/water resistant outer shell (jacket) of good quality with a proper hood
• Down jacket with min 600 fill power rating, Thick Fleece / Full-sleeve Woollen sweater Thermal inner wear (upper and lower)
• Woollen cap, Inner fleece gloves, Outer water proof gloves
• Thick woollen socks and regular socks (4 – 5 pairs), Scarf/muffler (optional)
• Comfortable waterproof Trekking/Hiking shoes that come with a thick sole and high ankles
• Camp shoes such as sneakers/sport shoes
• Raincoat / Poncho
• Small light weight towel
• Insulated water bottle and hydration pack (optional)
• Cap / floppy hat to keep the strong sun away from your face, Sun glasses with UV protection and ability to cut the glare (important when traversing through snow) Sturdy walking stick / Trekking pole
• Sunscreen Lotion, Lip Balm
• Torch / Flashlight (with extra batteries)
• Medicines, if requiring any specific medication
• Personal toiletries
• Day pack/small bag which you will carry on your back every day and keep your essentials in it
• Carry rain cover for your bags
• Keep a few poly bags or waterproof bags in your bag in which if required you can put your belongings in case of heavy rain

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