A note from Tapan
“The place is beautiful — no doubt. But the experience felt too commercial for me. Loud music, crowd, and group behavior took away the peace I expect in the mountains.”
What I experienced
Dayara Bugyal is one of the most beautiful meadow treks in Uttarakhand. Wide green fields, open skies, and mountain views — everything looks perfect.
I went with a trek company (Trek 360, ~₹6000 from Dehradun), and the journey was well managed.
But what I didn’t like was how commercial it has become. Too many groups, loud music, people dancing at campsites — it didn’t feel like a mountain experience anymore.
Trekking, for me, is about silence, nature, and disconnecting from noise. But here, it felt like people brought the noise with them.
Still, I won’t say don’t go — the place itself is genuinely beautiful. Just try to go at a time when it’s less crowded or do it in a quieter way.
Day by day
How the days actually went.
- 01
Day 1
Dehradun → Base village
Reached Dehradun and started journey to base village (Raithal/Barsu side). Scenic drive through Uttarakhand hills. Stayed overnight at base camp.
- 02
Day 2
Trek to campsite
Started trek through forest trails. Gradual ascent. Reached campsite near bugyal area. Views open up slowly.
- 03
Day 3
Dayara Bugyal summit
Reached main bugyal — wide open meadow with panoramic mountain views. Very beautiful landscape, but also crowded.
- 04
Day 4
Descend & return
Descended back to base village and returned to Dehradun.
Local tips
Things I'd tell a friend before they go.
- Go in off-season or weekdays to avoid crowd.
- Avoid loud groups — it affects the whole experience.
- Best experienced in silence — respect nature.
- You can do this trek solo (route is manageable).
- Carry light — it’s a beginner-friendly trek.
- Choose trek company carefully — group behavior matters a lot.
- Don’t treat mountains like a party place.
