Nisha Ann Reginald is a national level basketball player and has been playing for the last 18 years. She was associated with Indiahikes as a content manager, bringing out stories from the mountains.

The photo captures the drama and life of high altitude trekking splendidly. The desolate landscape battered by the snow storm is magnified by the trekker struggling with his clothes. It is a wonderful composition taken in difficult conditions.

For the early morning capture of the Kanchenjunga ranges. Many trekkers try to capture this moment, but getting the golden colours right, yet keeping details of the foreground intact requires special skills. Seen on a big screen, it makes anyone seeing the photo want to be there.

The Bhagwabasa camp above many feet of snow, with its colourful ensemble of tents, yet deserted, captures the mood of the setting very well. It requires a special composition to get this moment caught on camera. Kunal deserves a pat for showing a unique perspective of Bhagwabasa rarely captured on camera.

The winners get the following awards from Indiahikes

The winner of the photo contest gets a Rs 5,000 trek voucher from Indiahikes.

The second winner gets Rs 3,000 trek voucher from Indiahikes.

The third winner gets Rs 2,000 trek voucher from Indiahikes.

May 2015 Photo Contest - Nominations out!

May Photo Contest - Results

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This is a trek specially designed for trekkers above 58 years. The itinerary is specially designed to be different from a regular trek. The trek fee is also Rs 3000 more than the regular fee (Please note this is only for Himalayan treks) Know more about the trek here.  

Please note that this is a special trek. The trek fee is Rs 5000 more than the regular fee. Know more about the trek here. 

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Of all meadow treks in our country, Ali Bedni is the grandest. Starting off with the mountain views. The sight of Mt. Trishul and Mt. Nanda Ghunti jutting right out of the meadows is a sight to behold. Jutting out doesn’t mean you see the tops of these mountains, you see the entire face — almost 6,000-7,000 feet of it — rising right in front of you!

Towards the end of the trek, you descend down to Wan. The temple of Latu Devta, surrounded by massive Cyprus trees, is an iconic attraction in this region. It falls on the path of the Nanda Devi Raj Jat Yatra. 

The walk to both Ali and Bedni Bugyal is exhilarating! The first walk to Ali tempts you to take off your shoes and feel this carpet on your skin. The Bedni Bugyal is another stop in this meadow country overlooking the western valley. If you climb the Bedni Top, other high risers of the imposing Chaukhamba range open up before you.

Even the campsites offer a lot of variety on this trek. Abin Kharak, Didna and Gheroli Patal are all vastly different. 

The surprise of finding yourself in Ali Bugyal after trekking through dense forests is unbeatable. The moment you get out of the shades of the forest cover, you see an unending clearing. You even have the river crossings done twice, with a totally different landscape of the Neel Ganga River.

The incredible variety and grand mountain views make these twin meadows of Ali Bedni Bugyal a must-do on the trekker’s bucket list.

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If you are thinking of trekking to Ali Bedni Bugyal, I only have three words for you: Go. Do. It.

Ali Bedni Bugyal is not just a trek, but a soul-healing journey of self-discovery, surrounded by untouched beauty and divine presence

An unforgettable birthday amidst snow-covered meadows, majestic peaks, and a heartwarming surprise – my journey to Ali Bedni Bugyal with Indiahikes was truly magical

A multi-season trek packed with unforgettable moments, pristine landscapes, and lasting connections

An unforgettable trek that will take over every emotion.

An unforgettable trek filled with surprises, stunning views, and the perfect mix of terrains

A trek that blends the magic of seasons, vast meadows, and stunning mountain views into an unforgettable adventure

Trekking Ali Bedni Bugyal through ancient forests, untouched villages, and breathtaking meadows was an unforgettable journey of endurance and beauty

It was truly one of the most memorable adventures I've had

This trek is perfect for beginners who wish to be within nature and experience the delight of disconnecting from the world.

I have many fond moments from the Ali Bedni trek

Ali Bedni Bugyal's breathtaking meadows, diverse terrain, and majestic Himalayan views offer an unforgettable blend of serenity and challenge

Completing the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek at 76 renewed my commitment to staying active

Ali Bedni Bugyal's serene meadows, stunning campsites, and starry nights offer a transformative experience in nature with Indiahikes

Ali Bedni Bugyal was a transformative experience for me. I bonded with my fellow trekkers, lost myself in the woods, found myself again, and came back a more profound version of me.

Ali Bedni Bugyal is a magical trek and it starts to cast its spell on you right from day one at the base camp

From helping each other through steep sections to sharing stories by the campfire, we became like a small family

I needed to do this for myself—to reconnect with the beauty and peace of my homelan

This fee includes everything from base camp to base camp.

Please note: The insurance is valid for only 7 days from the day of an incidence.

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Ali Bedni Bugyal - Complete Trek Information

We have always wanted trekkers to be well-informed before they go on a Himalayan trek. Knowledge is the difference between a safe trek and a dangerous one. It’s also the difference between a wholesome experience and a superficial experience.

Use this section to learn about the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek. It has in-depth information about each day of the trek, what to expect, and how you need to prepare for it. Many years of expertise have gone into this content. Trekkers find that extremely useful.

➤Documents required: Trekkers must carry a copy of their photo ID for entry at forest check posts on the trek.  These documents will be part of the Safety Check-in done by the trek leader when you arrive at the base camp.

➤Stay facility: There are no facilities at Lohajung. Ensure you have all the gears required before reaching the basecamp. Do not bring any packaged food, tags from your new clothes, or any waste with you. We follow a Dustbin Free Zone and No Wet Wipes Policy at our base camps in line with our spirit of Green Trails. Please note that you will be staying in tents (twin sharing) on all days of the trek.

➤Cloakroom facility for excess luggage: We have a cloakroom facility available at the basecamp for extra luggage. Every trekker is permitted to leave behind one piece of luggage at no charge. Anything beyond one piece of luggage is chargeable at Rs 500 per luggage. (The luggage could be a backpack / suitcase / duffel bag or anything similar.).

You'll love the drive to Lohajung. The drive is very scenic along the mighty Ganges. You would be enjoying the view of the Sangam of many rivers which form the Ganges; Devprayag, Rudraprayag, and Karnprayag are a treat for the eyes.

After Karnprayag, you would be travelling alongside the Pindar River. You then enter the beautiful valley of the Chamoli region. Keep your eyes open and look out, the glimpses of the big mountains are visible from Dewal onwards. 

Try getting the seat on the left-hand side to get some stunning moments during your travel. The journey itself is a visual treat both ways.

The drive back to Rishikesh follows the same route you took on your way up. The route is along the tributaries of Ganga. The road goes along hugging the mountainside and you see the forests and valleys of Garhwal below you.

Download the GPX file for your Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek

We go to great lengths to ensure you have a safe trek. So here’s a GPX file to help you navigate without getting lost.

Here is Arjun Majumdar, Founder and CEO of Indiahikes talking about Ali Bedni Bugyal. Arjun is an entrepreneur by profession and a trekker by passion, Arjun started Indiahikes in 2008 with a vision to explore and document new trails, solve problems in the mountains and implement sustainable ways of trekking. 

What I Like About the Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek

Ali Bedni trek has slightly longer trekking days and has steep ascents and descents. So, it is rated as a moderate trek because it requires good endurance.

Getting to the details, this 6-day trek climbs from 7,550 ft to 12,550 ft. That’s almost an altitude gain of 5,000 ft. This climb is one of the major challenges on the trek.

Cardiovascular endurance – Target 5 km in 35 minutes before the start of the trek
On the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek, you have to ascend for almost 5,000 ft and descend an equal amount over 4 days. This requires a good amount of endurance. You can begin by jogging every day. Start slow and increase your pace every day. Including swimming and cycling as an alternative to running can help too.

To be prepared for a high altitude trek, you should have a combination of distance and speed targets.

Ali Bedni Bugyal is a high altitude trek that takes you beyond 12,000 ft. The trek climbs rapidly and your safety depends a lot on the preparation you put in for the trek.

Ali Bedni Bugyal trek is safe where the trail is concerned. The entire trail is well laid out. No special skill or help is required for navigation.

The trek is, however, strenuous. It also climbs quickly. Although the prior experience of trekking in the Himalayas is not required, it helps in accustoming you to the hardship.

At Indiahikes, while rating a trek difficulty we consider several factors. These include altitude gained every day, length of a trek every day, highest altitude, nature of the terrain, weather etc. Based on this we rate a trek as easy or difficult or somewhere in between.

During Spring, the mountain views are at their sharpest and clearest, as the air is still crisp and clean from the winter months. The blue sky seems to stretch on forever. The landscape is unmarred by the haze and smog that can often plague the plains. The snow-capped peaks glisten in the sunlight. 

This trek is known for its commanding views of Mt. Trishul and Mt. Nanda Ghunti. The peaks tower over the landscape, their snow-capped summits piercing the sky. The view is particularly striking when the air is clear and the mountains seem to be within arm's reach.

The best time to do the Ali Bedni Bugyal trek would be in summer, for lush greenery in the meadows and wildflowers growing in abundance. You see the best of this in June.

May Photo Contest - Results

Winner!

Chermanna Achappa – Roopkund

1st Runner Up

Sreejith N – Goechala

2nd Runner Up

Kunal Roy – Roopkund

Nominations

1. Arun Raj – Goecha La

2. Arun Raj – Goecha La

3. Sreejith N – Goecha La

4. Sreejith N – Goecha La

5. Anna Jos – Roopkund

6. Anna Jos – Roopkund

7. Kunal Roy – Roopkund

8. Vijesh Mohan – Roopkund

9. Chermanna Achappa – Roopkund

10. R K Sharma – Rupin Pass

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