Bagini Glacier Trek Overview

About the Bagini Glacier Trek:

Here comes an eight-day Bagini Glacier trek with so much enthusiasm hidden in each day of your adventure. It starts from Joshimath and from there you will directly go to Jumma and Ruing Village. The meandering paths going up and down through a forest will take you to enjoy the magnificent beauty of Hathi Parvat, Ghori Parvat and Bhumial God Temple. Dronagiri Village with many ruins and inhabited will be a surprise.

Bagini Base Camp is the next stop on your Bagini Glacier trek resuming from Dronagiri Village which will open up many wonderful sights of the peaks, the meadows and the landscapes. Rishi Peak is the highly acclaimed peak you can witness on the way to the base camp. A concrete bridge over the Bagini Nala and the unwinding routes going through the rocks and boulder ridden path can be the perfect supporters of you. Longatulli is also a halt where you will be awe-struck with the amazing Satminal, Hardeul and Rishi Pahar views.

About the Bagini Glacier Trek:

In the spellbinding region of Garhwal Himalayas, Bagini Glacier trek makes you come face to face with untouched, raw natural beauty along with great doses of adventure. This Bagini Glacier trekking package in India takes you to Bagini Glacier that towers at 14816 feet from sea level and gives you the opportunity to feast your eyes on the mighty Dunagiri, Changa Banga and Kalanka peaks.

Bagini Glacier trek will enable you to watch the picture perfect glacier flowing down northwards from the origin Changabang and Trishuli Peaks and also the river Bagini turning westwards. There, it will be joined by Dunagiri Glacier Waters flowing down from Purbi Dronagiri ridge. At the west, it will meet the Lampak stream and eventually going to join the Dhauli Ganga located in the north of Jumma Village.

Your location will be the dreamy destination of Uttarakhand. Also known as ‘Land of Gods’ it appeals with a dramatic terrain of charming lakes, stunning rivers, mountains and rising Himalayan peaks.

Cossetted amongst stunning heights, a circular trek of around 43 kms to Bagini Glacier allures with places of worships, winsome grassy stretches streaked with vibrant flowers, crystal clear streams, sights of frosty summits, rocks and boulder ridden paths, quaint hamlets and more.

Quick Facts about Bagini Glacier Trek:

Temperature: April-June: 15 to 20 Degrees (Day) & 7 to -2 Degrees (Night)

            September-October: 10 to 15 Degrees (Day) & 5 to -5 (Night)

Bagini Glacier Trekking Distance: 43km

Maximum Altitude: 14,816ft

Bagini Glacier Trek Difficulty Level: Moderate 

Railway Station: Haridwar is the nearest railway station 

Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun.

Bagini Glacier Trek Itinerary

Day 1
Transfer from Haridwar Joshimath (250 kms)
  • Reach Joshimath from Haridwar traveling 250 km by road. 
  • Start your day early in the morning by visiting some famous places such as Devprayag, Rudraprayag, and Karnprayag and reach Jumma. 
  • The trek starts from the town Jumma which is a one-hour ride from Joshimath.
Day 2
Joshimath – Jumma - Ruing Village (9, 180 ft) (Drive 1 hr)
  • The road from Joshimath to Jumma is somewhat bumpy and somewhat smooth. 
  • The trail begins by crossing the steel suspension bridge at Dhauliganga then ascends to Ruing.
  • You have two camping options: first is you can stay at Ruing village after taking permission from the locals. Another option is to trek 2-3 km and reach a grassy meadow just before ascent to Dronagiri.
Day 3
8 kms Trek, Hathi Parvat, Ghori Parvat, Bhumial God temple

This day, ramble on a trail that is similar to the previous day. Enjoy a meandering path that goes up and down. The road also goes through a forest.

Along the way, feast your eyes on dreamy and snow-capped peaks of Hathi Parvat and Ghori Parvat. Reach the intriguing Dronagiri Village, in ruins and inhabited. You can pitch your tent at the outskirts of the village that is illuminated due to solar lights. If you choose, you can visit the Bhumial God temple close by. Witness the views of Bhumial God temple.

Day 4
Dronagiri Village - Bagini Base camp (14, 711 ft) via Longatulli

Day 4 opens up many thrills with meandering pass, sight of Rishi peak, crossing a concrete bridge over the Bagini Nala, through rock and boulder ridden path. Stop for a bit at a grassy patch with a crystal clear stream passing by.

Next halt is at Longatulli camping ground, a 3 hours hike from Bagini lower camp site. Get refreshed with the views of mesmerising peaks such as Satminal, Hardeul and Rishi pahar. You can camp overnight either at the Bagini main base camp (further up the mountains) or Advanced Bagini base camp that has an unmarked trail leading up to it.

Day 5
Base camp - Bagini Glacier (14, 814 ft) - Back to Base camp

Day Highlights: 14km trek, Glacier drifts, Moraines, Ravines

Day Details: Today, brace yourself for a challenging Bagini Glacier trekking and Changbang trek. Wake up in wee hours of the morning to be better prepared and witness the stunning sunrise at the Changbang camp site.

Along the way, come across glacier drifts, moraines and ravines. Once you reach the Bagini Glacier, cuddled between stunning peaks, let yourself be enchanted by the divine vision. Go trigger happy and set off to Changbang, the final destination. Head back to Bagini base camp by following the same route.

Day 6
Base camp -Ruing Village

A lighter day, follow the same route you took to reach the base camp. Descend for around 18 kms through Longatulli to reach Dronagiri Village and later Ruing Village. Set camp for the night at Ruing Village.

Day 7
Ruing Village – Jumma - Joshimath

Take a descent of three hours to Jumma Village. From here you will be driven to Joshimath. It’s time to relax and recover from the trek. Night can be spent at one of the guest houses.

Day 8
Transfer from Joshimath to Haridwar

You can take an early transport to Haridwar. If you wish, you can experience the charming town of Joshimath for a bit. This will mark the end of Bagini Glacier trek journey.

Select Package Options

Bagini Glacier trek makes you come face to face with untouched, raw natural beauty along with great doses of adventure. 

Price Includes
  • Stay

    Tents

    Guest Houses


  • Meals

    All Meals Included

    Veg & Egg Dishes Only


  • Activities

    Trekking

    Camping


  • Transfers

More Details about Bagini Glacier Trek

Know Before You Go for Bagini Glacier Trek

  • Climatic conditions in the high altitudes vary from the plains; take adequate time to get acclimatized to high altitudes.
  • The management reserves all the right to modify the trek during any emergencies or natural calamities.
  • Consult a physician before undertaking the trek. Carry basic medications and a first-aid kit during the trek.
  • Pay heed to the trek guides and instructors in order to enjoy a safe and sound trek.
  • The trek takes place through an eco-friendly zone; do not encourage littering the local sites or campsites. Travelers littering may be fined.
  • Water is very precious, so conservation is appreciated.
  • Do not encourage trekking during the night unless it is a part of the itinerary and a guide is with you; this might lead to unforeseen mishaps.
  • Avoid using earphones during the trek; this might hinder your audibility.
  • Avoid using plastic bags and maintain the ecological balance of the destinations.
  • In case, the trek needs to be canceled, the authorities should be informed beforehand.
  • Guidelines issued by the State-Government are to be followed. Social distancing to be maintained. Frequent hand sanitization and use of masks is recommended.
  • Please provide a valid ID at the time of check-in.
  • Professional guide(s) are available to ensure high safety and more information and personal attention which are necessary to appreciate a trek.
  • The exact location will be shared with you post-booking.
  • Neat and clean vehicle for the journey with experienced drivers especially for hilly terrains available.
  • Camping is very basic in nature. One must not expect luxuries. Electricity may be available only at a few locations.
  • Mobile & laptop charging points may/may not be available on campsites at a common point.
  • Any personal expenses, items of personal nature, meals not mentioned, etc. will not be in part of the package.
  • Carry dry snacks/food from home (you will save a lot of money). Carry water bottles with you, so that you can refill.
  • Keep your luggage minimum; the more you carry, the more you hassle.
  • It is recommended to carry enough warm clothes and the right kind of shoes for the Bagini Glacier trek.
  • Children below the age of 7 years are not recommended for the Bagini Glacier trek

Things To Carry for Bagini Glacier Trek

  • Back pack (50-60l)
  • Water bottle
  • Fleece jackets and thermals
  • Hiking shoes
  • Thermal inners

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