Panwali-Kanthan a high altitude meadows, situated on the south-western ridge of
Kedarnath region in Uttarakhand state. There are two ways to approach this
Bugyals (Meadows), the one can be took begins at Triyuginarayan, the temple town
marking a spot where Lord Shiva is said to have solmnised his wedding with
Parvati. The other route begins from Ghuttu in Tehri or Mala in Uttarkashi
district.
Can be approached by
trek either from Guttu (Tehri) or from Trijuginaryana (both road head). Almost
equal distance trek say 18 km from both places
Bugyal in the local language means “High Altitude Meadow”. Dayara Bugyal is one
of the most beautiful places in Uttaranchal.Situated at an elevation ranging
from 10,000-12,000 ft. This vast meadow is second to none in natural beauty in
Uttaranchal. During winter it provides excellent & one of the best ski slopes in
India spread over an area of 28 sqkms.
The view of Himalayas from here is breathtaking. There is a small lake (Barnala
Tal) in the area, and to camp by its side is a memorable event.
The road to Dayara Bugyal branches off near Bhatwari a place on Uttarkashi
Gangaotri road about 28kms. from Uttarkashi. Vehicles can go up to the village
of Barsu from where one has to trek a distance of about 8kms to reach Dayara and
other is via village Raithal, 10kms from Bhatwari from where one has to trek
about 6kms to Dayara Bugya
Day 01 : RISHIKESH :
Arrive Rishikesh and transfer to Hotel. After dinner meet the crew and the trip
leader, which will be followed by briefing on the trek. Meals and overnight
hotel.
Day 02 : RISHIKESH / GHUTTU (DRIVE: 5-6 Hrs.) :
Morning we drive to Ghuttu , a small Garhwali village and starting point of the
trek. Enroute lunch. We try to explore . Meals and overnight camp.
Day 03 : GHUTTU / PANWALI KANTHA (TREK : 6-7 Hrs.) :
Morning after breakfast we start for Panwali. The trek today is very steep.
About nine kilometers of steep ascent takes us to Panwali. Arrive and camp in
the meadow near a stream, as the entire meadow is full of crystal clear springs.
Meals and overnight camp.
Day 04 : PANWALI KANTHA / MAGGUCHATTI (TREK : 4-5 Hrs) :
Morning after breakfast we start descending towards Magguchatti . The entire
trek is on rocky terrain and is strenuous. Arrive Magguchatti and camp. Meals
and overnight camp.
Day 05 : MAGGUCHATTI / GAURIKUND :
Early morning after breakfast trek to Trijugi Narayan, a legendry village where
Shiva & Parvati were wedded. Arrive and visit the temple. After exploring the
village we trek to Gaurikund. Today we camp little before Gurikund, near the
river. Meals and overnight camp.
Day 06 : GOURIKUND / KEDARNATH (TREK: 5-6 Hrs) :
Morning we visit the Gaurikund temple and the hot springs. After words we
proceed for Kedarnath. The entire trek is gradual ascent till we reach
Kedarnath. Arrive Kedarnath & camp. Meals and overnight camp.
Day 07 : KEDARNATH : Day free to visit the temple and explore the area. Meals
and overnight camp.
Day 08 : KEDARNATH / GAURIKUND (TREK 5-6 Hrs) :
Return trek. Arrive Gaurikund and have a refreshing dip in the hot spring pool.
Meals and overnight camp.
Day 09 : GAURIKUND / RISHIKESH (DRIVE: 8-9 Hrs) :
Morning after breakfast we drive down to Rishikesh. Arrive Rishikesh and
transfer to Hotel for meals and overnight stay.
Day 10 : RISHIKESH/ OUT :
Morning after breakfast proceed for onward destination.
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