Kalba Bugyal Trek (Uttarakhand)

Overview

Kalba Bugyal trek is one of the offbeat, serene, beautiful, enjoyable, ‘any season
trek’. The trek is through the lush green meadows of Himalaya, and thick dense forests
of maple and dark oak trees throughout the trek. This is one of the offbeat treks where you
will not find big trekking crowds on this route as this trek is not yet explored and frequented by
other trek companies. Along the entire stretch of the trek, one can get a magnanimous
and breathless panoramic view of gorgeous snow-capped peaks. Anyone with good
physical fitness, without any established medical problems can join the trek. Kids
above 10 years of age along with their parents can also join for this 8-day trek. This
trek is also suitable for first timers as an ideal introduction to Himalayan adventures.

About the Trek

Best Season

Mar to May and Sept to Nov

Highest Altitude & Distance

Approx 33km & 12500 ft

Dates

25thMay to 1stJune 2026

Grade

Easy to moderate

Group Size

Max 10-15 PAX

Region

 Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand.

Duration

7nights, 8days

Quick Itinerary (Dehradun to Dehradun):

DAY 01:-Drive from Dehradun to Uttarkashi (145km) Duration: 6-7 hrs D

DAY 02:-Drive to Pokhatu via Maneri village altitude 2506m Trek Distance 5 km, Duration 4 hrs. Stay in tent⛺BLD

Day 03:-Trek from Pokhatu to Kalba Bugyal altitude 3215m Trek Distance: 4.5 km, Duration: 4-5 hrs Stay in tent ⛺BLD

DAY 04:-Trek from Kalba Bugyal to Hatyali altitude 3020m Trek Distance 6 km, Duration 5 hrs Stay in tent ⛺BLD

DAY 05:- Trek from Hatyali to Sour Bugyal altitude 2800m Trek Distance 6 km, Duration 4-5 hrs Stay in tent ⛺BLD

DAY 06:-Trek from Sour Bugyal to Harunta Bugyal altitude 2600m Trek Distance 6 km, Duration 5 hrs. Stay in tent ⛺BLD

DAY 07:-Trek from Harunta to Chourangikhal, Drive to Uttarkashi altitude 2350m. Trek Distance 6 km, drive 29 km by taxi Duration 7 hrs Stay in hotel. BLD

DAY 08:-Drive from Uttarkashi to Dehradun (145km) Duration: 6 hrs B

Cost for the trek

Rs.30000/ per Person
Early bird discount of Rs. 2000/ if register before 28th Feb.

Booking:

 01:-Registration by filling up google form and payment of Rs.10000/. You will be
included in an exclusive WhatsApp group to receive trek updates, fitness tips, yoga,
pranayama tips, list of trekking gear, travel plan etc. You also get peer support
in your fitness journey.

 02:-The luggage, given to the porter/mules should be in a duffle bag or a rucksack.
No suitcases or trolleys are allowed on mountains. Consider carrying 2 bags.
One duffle bag to put extra luggage up to 10kg for porter/mules and a small
daypack to be carried by yourself during the trek.

 03:- Carry following documents for permits: a) 2 copies of Aadhaar Card/Voter’s
ID/Passport, b) 2 Passport size Photos,

Cost Includes​

  • Transportation from Dehradun to Dehradun.
  • Hotel accommodation in Uttarkashi on twin sharing for 2 nights.
  • Tented accommodation during the trek on twin sharing basis.
  • Forest Permission & Entry Fees, Camping Charges.
  • All vegetarian meals during the program.
  • Safety equipment (first aid, medical kit, oxygen cylinders, etc.)
  • Services of an expert trekking guide.
  • Services of an expert trek team (cooks, helpers, porters/mules)
  • Porter/ mule fees (porter/mule will carry up to 10 kg of personal luggage)

Cost Excludes​

  • Personal Insurance
  • Hotel stays in Dehradun.
  • All expenses of personal nature like laundry, soft drinks, local craft, etc.
  • Any item not included in the above “cost includes”.
  • Any charges for carrying still/ video cameras etc.
  • Charges are for EXTRA personal luggage (more than 10kgs) Rs 300/day/bag.
  • Cost incurred due to changes in itinerary due to personal need/health e.g., if you decide to return midway or stay at places other than the original itinerary, you will be required to pay additionally for stay, food, porter for yourself and for accompanying helper/guide.
  • Costs incurred due to natural calamities, road conditions, political scenario, evacuation, any unforeseen circumstances that are beyond our control.

Fitness Level

 01:-Participants should be healthy and fit to cover 3-5km in 30min and should have endurance to walk for 2-3hrs continuously without strain.

 02:-Participants should not have any medical conditions that requires continuous or immediate medical intervention.

 03:- Participants having mild diabetes, BP, asthma which they can manage on their own should get their doctor’s certificate.

04:-All participants above 50 years should get their doctor’s certificate.

05:-Children of 10 – 18 age group should be accompanied by their parents.

Ms. Mala Honnatti

Ex-banker, accomplished, mountaineer, trekker, marathoner, ACE qualified Personal Trainer and a Masters in Yoga.

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Accolades

  • National Gold Medallist in long distance running (three consecutive years)
  • Bronze Medal in 10,000 mtrs. in 7th Asian Veteran Athletic Championship, Singapore in 1992
  • Brown Belt in Karate.
  • International Marathon Runner (26 full marathons & 2 ultra marathons).
  • Marathon at Everest Base Camp, Antarctica, Great Wall of China, Kilimanzaro, New York, San Franscisco, Miyazaki, Macao, to name a few.
  • Podium Finisher in several prestigious National marathons.
  • Accomplished mountaineer (veteran of 30 expeditions since 1986)
  • Attempted Mt.Everest from North Face, in Tibet, in 2015, at the age of 62 yrs, aborted the expedition due to earthquake.
  • Detailed as Liaison Officer for foreign himalayan expeditions from Japan, Czeck, Spain, France, Ireland on Defence Ministry (GOI) assignment.
  • Rendered services as guest instructor at national mountaineering institutes.
  • Organised over a dozen Himalayan Trekking expeditions since 2015
  • Organised yoga and marathon training and other fitness activities.
  • Office bearer in Sports, Cultural & Literary Organizations.
  • Participated in several seminars on mountaineering & sports in India
  • Literary contribution to print and electronic media.