Kush Kalyan Bugyal Trek
5-day route via Uttarkashi, Malla, Sheela Gano Gaira, Kush Kalyan Bugyal, Belak and Lata Village
The trail at a glance.
This 5-day Kush Kalyan itinerary begins with the drive from Dehradun to Uttarkashi. The trekking route starts after a drive to Malla, continues through Sheela Gano Gaira Camp to Kush Kalyan Bugyal, then moves to Belak before descending to Lata Village and returning to Dehradun.
Four reasons this route stays with you.
154 km drive from Dehradun to Uttarkashi
Malla to Sheela Gano Gaira Camp trek
Remote alpine meadows and expansive Himalayan views
Kush Kalyan Bugyal Trek Itinerary
Drive from Dehradun to Uttarkashi and settle in for the night before the trek begins.
Drive from Uttarkashi to Malla, then begin the trek to Sheela Gano Gaira Camp.
Trek from Sheela Gano Gaira Camp to Kush Kalyan Bugyal.
Trek from Kush Kalyan to Belak.
Trek from Belak to Lata Village, then continue by road to Dehradun for departure.
What is included
Camping accommodation
Meals on trek
Trek leader and local guide
Common camping equipment
Safety and first-aid equipment
Required local permits where applicable
What is not included
Transport outside the agreed pickup/drop
Personal clothing and trekking gear
Porters or mules for personal luggage
Insurance, rescue and medical costs
Personal expenses
Taxes if applicable
See the landscape before you arrive.
Estimate your trek cost.
Offbeat route pricing can vary with group size and local logistics.
Four layers of field safety.
Health checks
Pace and itinerary decisions account for altitude response and participant condition.
First-aid readiness
Route-appropriate medical and emergency equipment supports field decisions.
Weather watch
Snow, rain, road and trail conditions are monitored before and during the route.
Emergency response
Communication and evacuation planning is adapted to the remoteness of the trail.
Because the trail is remote, group discipline and weather awareness are important. Route choices may change based on shepherd trails, forest conditions and seasonal water availability.
Routes, camps and summit plans may change due to weather, trail, forest or safety conditions.
Kush Kalyan is an offbeat route and campsite/road-head details may vary between departures. Confirm the final operational itinerary before payment.
Questions before you book.
How long is the Kush Kalyan itinerary?
The itinerary is 5 days.
Where does the trek route begin?
After the Dehradun to Uttarkashi journey, Day 2 drives 26 km to Malla and the trek starts from there.
How far is the Day 2 trek?
The Malla to Sheela Gano Gaira Camp trek is 7 km and is planned for approximately 4–5 Hours.
How far is the Day 3 trek?
Sheela Gano Gaira Camp to Kush Kalyan Bugyal is 8 km and is planned for approximately 4–5 Hours.
Where does the trek finish?
The walking route finishes at Lata Village on Day 5, followed by the drive to Dehradun.
How hard will this feel?
Fitness
Build consistent walking and cardio before departure.
Altitude
Maximum 12,800 ft
Trail
Moderate mountain terrain.
Cold
Season and wind can change the feel quickly.
This is a remote moderate trek. Train for sustained uphill walking and be comfortable with 5–6 hour trekking days while carrying a daypack.
Weather changes the character of the trail.
Green bugyals
Best visibility
These are planning ranges, not live forecasts. Mountain weather can change quickly.
Watch the altitude build-up.
Choose your departure.
Tell us your preferred dates and group size. We can check a private/custom departure for Kush Kalyan Bugyal Trek.
Travel, fitness and packing.
How to reach
Travel from Dehradun to Uttarkashi. On Day 2, drive approximately 26 km to Malla, where the trekking route begins toward Sheela Gano Gaira Camp.
Fitness / eligibility
This is a remote moderate trek. Train for sustained uphill walking and be comfortable with 5–6 hour trekking days while carrying a daypack.
Packing essentials
Trekking shoes
40–50 L backpack
Thermal and fleece layers
Insulated jacket
Rain protection
Gloves and cap
Sunglasses/sunscreen
Water bottles
Headlamp
Trekking pole
Personal medical kit



