TREKS · 4-DAY · MODERATE · MAX 3354M
Ali Bedni Bugyal.
Ali Bedni Bugyal
Ali Bedni Bugyal is a moderate 4-day, 24 km trek, topping out at 3,354 m. The route takes in Massive alpine meadow; Nanda Ghunti panorama; Campsite on bugyal. Best months: May–June and September–October. Watch points: Altitude 3354m; cold nights; trail muddy monsoon. Fitness level: moderate, not recommended for children under 10. Nearest hospital: PHC Wan Village 9km from Bedni. CHC Tharali 45km. Serious cases: District Hospital Chamoli 80km. Network coverage: BSNL at Lohajung and Didna (weak). Zero signal at Ali Bugyal and Bedni Bugyal. Jio/Airtel absent on trail.
Warnings
⚠Altitude 3354m
⚠Cold nights
⚠Trail muddy monsoon
Campsites
Ali Bugyal
3,354mOpen alpine meadow, flat ground, no facilities, carry everything, wind-exposed - pick sheltered spots
Bedni Bugyal
3,354mMeadow with Bedni Kund lake, seasonal shepherd shelters, more sheltered than Ali, campfire area
Cost Estimate
Budget = own gear, Rishikesh-Lohajung transport Rs 600, Didna homestay Rs 500. Guide Rs 1000/day from Didna. Operators include all transport, camping, meals, guide.
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