Garhwal
Bagini Glacier Trek
Into the Dhauliganga valley to the foot of Changabang and Dronagiri
About this trek
Bagini is for trekkers who want the high, empty side of the Nanda Devi sanctuary. From Jumma on the Malari road the trail climbs to Dronagiri, one of the highest villages in Chamoli, then follows the Bagini nala past Longatulli to the glacier snout and the moraine camp at Bagini base. Changabang, Dronagiri, Kalanka and Rishi Pahar stand over the camp. Long days on rough ground; previous high-altitude trekking is expected.
Day by day
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Day 1
Rishikesh to Joshimath
Rishikesh → Joshimath
Road day to Joshimath, permits checked in the evening.
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Day 2
Joshimath to Jumma, trek to Ruing
Joshimath → Jumma → Ruing
Drive up the Dhauliganga to Jumma, cross the river and climb to Ruing village.
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Day 3
Ruing to Dronagiri
Ruing → Dronagiri
A steady climb to Dronagiri village, the last settlement on the route.
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Day 4
Dronagiri to Longatulli
Dronagiri → Longatulli
Along the Bagini nala on meadow and boulder ground.
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Day 5
Longatulli to Bagini base and back
Longatulli → Bagini glacier base → Longatulli
The glacier day: moraine walking to the base camp under Changabang and Dronagiri, and back.
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Day 6
Longatulli to Ruing
Longatulli → Dronagiri → Ruing
The long descent through Dronagiri.
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Day 7
Ruing to Jumma, drive to Joshimath and Rishikesh
Ruing → Jumma → Joshimath → Rishikesh
Down to the road and the drive out. An overnight halt at Joshimath can be added.
What is and is not included
Included
- Qualified trek leader and support staff
- Forest and camping permits
- Twin/triple sharing tents or guesthouse as noted
- All meals on the trek
- Safety equipment and first-aid support
Not included
- Transportation to and from the base camp unless noted
- Personal trekking gear and rentals
- Personal expenses and travel insurance
- Anything not listed under inclusions
Things to carry
- Trekking shoes with ankle support
- Backpack (40–60 L) with a rain cover
- Three warm layers and a padded jacket
- Poncho or rain jacket
- Sun cap, sunglasses and sunscreen
- Personal medication and toiletries
- Two one-litre water bottles
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