Dronagiri Trek
Rishikesh – Joshimath – Ruing – Dronagiri – Lower Bagni – Upper Bagni – Dronagiri Village – Jumma - Joshimath – Rishikesh.
Overview
The trek starts on Joshimath – Malari highway at Jumma & this drive is unlike any other in the Himalayas. Bagini Glacier Trek takes you through Dronagiri Village, which holds a special place in the Hindu mythology. It is believed that Lord Hanuman came here in search of Sanjeevni Booti, to save Lord Laxman who was injured by a poisoned arrow in Ram – Ravana war. The trek traverses through remote hamlets finally leading to the Bagini glacier. This trail initially passes through dense alpine forests, moraines & revealing spectacular views of Himalayan giants like, Dronagiri Parvat, Rishi peak, HathiParvat, Trishuli and Grarur. During the Dronagiri trek one can experience the thrill of crossing BaginiNala & Dhauliganga
Trip facts
- Route
- Rishikesh – Joshimath – Ruing – Dronagiri – Lower Bagni – Upper Bagni – Dronagiri Village – Jumma - Joshimath – Rishikesh.
- Grade
- Mild Trek
- Seasons
- May & June, September & October
- Days
- 8 Days
- Transportation
- Transportation by 2x2 non ac Bus. Twin sharing attached bath accommodation in TRH/tent, veg.meals, 08 kg portage of personal belongings, camping equipment, first aid rs. One lac personal insurance high risk policy and services of mountaineering trained tour escorts & experienced camp followers.
Day-by-day itinerary
- 1Rishikesh to Joshimath- After Breakfast hot lunch enroute drive 256 km to Joshimath. Evening tea, dinner and overnight stay in Trh Joshimath.
- 2After Breakfast drive 45 km. to Jumma 3 km. Trek to Ruing. Lunch, Evening tea, dinner and overnight stay in Camp Ruing
- 3After Breakfast with pack lunch 8 km trek to Dronagiri Village. Evening tea, dinner and overnight stay in Camp Dronagiri
- 4After Breakfast with Pack lunch trek 7km trek to lower Bagini. Evening tea Evening tea, dinner and overnight stay in Camp Lower Bagni Camp.
- 5After Breakfast with pack lunch trek 5 km upper Bagni base camp. Evening tea, dinner and overnight stay in Camp Upper Bagini.
- 6After Breakfast with pack lunch trek 12 km to Dronagiri village. Evening tea, dinner and overnight stay in Dronagiri Village.
- 7After Breakfast with pack lunch trek 11 km to Jumma and further 45 km drive to Joshimath. Evening tea, dinner and overnight stay in GMVN Joshimath
- 8After Breakfast hot lunch enroute. Tour Concludes.
Tariff card
| Continental | Group | Per day per person | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 to 5 | ₹5,860 | Per Day Per Pax (Min. 5 pax required) | |
| 6 to 10 | ₹4,920 | Per Day Per Pax (Min. 10 pax required) | |
| 11 to 14 | ₹4,670 | Per Day Per Pax (Min. 12 pax required) | |
| 15 to 20 | ₹4,560 | Per Day Per Pax (Min. 18 pax required) |
Services included
Transportation by 3x2 coach, shared accommodation in TRH/tent, veg. All meals. Rs. one lac Personal Insurance high risk policy and services of mountaineering trained tour escorts & experienced camp followers.
Transportation by 2x2 non AC coach/ Tempo traveller, double bedded attached bath accommodation in TRH/tent, veg. meals, 07 kg portage of personal belongings, camping equipment, first aid. Rs. one lac Personal Insurance high risk policy and services of mountaineering trained tour escorts & experienced camp followers.
Shared accommodation in TRH/tent, Indian all veg. meals, camping equipment, first aid. Rs. one lac Personal Insurance high risk policy and services of mountaineering trained tour escorts & experienced camp followers.
Tariffs as published on gmvnonline.com (archived 2026).
Enquire about Dronagiri Trek
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Or call the GMVN helpline on 0135-6913000.