Harsil vs Dayara Bugyal
Pick Harsil for
peace and quiet, photography, couples, fewer people, an easier walk, fewer days
Pick Dayara Bugyal for
snow, camping, first-timers
| Harsil | Dayara Bugyal | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Uttarakhand, Uttarkashi | Uttarakhand, Barsu, Uttarkashi |
| Highest point | 2,900 m | 3,639 m |
| Difficulty | Easy | Easy–moderate |
| Trek distance | No trek needed | about 22 km |
| Days on the ground | 2–3 | 5–6 |
| Best months | Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct | Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov |
| Snow likely | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar |
| Crowds in season | Quiet | Moderate |
| Daily spend | about ₹2,500 | about ₹2,600 |
| Gateway | Dehradun | Dehradun |
| With kids | Good | Good |
| With seniors | Good | Possible |
| Permits | None. | Forest permit, usually handled by the operator. |
Harsil: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- ❄︎Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- ❄︎Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Dayara Bugyal: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- ❄︎Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- ❄︎Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely