Bagini Glacier & Changbang Base Camp Trek

• Starts from Jumma Village near Joshimath in the Garhwal Himalayas.
• Passes through Ruing and Dronagiri villages and remote alpine valleys.
• Features Bagini Glacier and Changbang Base Camp at around 15,000 ft.
• Offers spectacular views of Changabang, Kalanka, Dunagiri, Trishuli, and Rishi Pahar.
• Trails include forests, meadows, boulder fields, moraines, and glacier terrain.
• Relatively less crowded and remote compared to popular Himalayan treks.
• Best suited for fit trekkers with some prior trekking experience.
• Best months are May, June, September, and October.

The Bagini Glacier & Changbang Base Camp Trek is located in the Nanda Devi National Park region of Uttarakhand. The trek takes adventurers deep into the Garhwal Himalayas through remote valleys, rocky terrain, alpine meadows, glacier sections, and traditional mountain villages.

The route approaches the spectacular Bagini Glacier beneath famous Himalayan peaks such as:

• Changabang
• Kalanka
• Dunagiri
• Trishuli
• Rishi Pahar

The trek is known for its raw wilderness, low crowd levels, technical terrain sections, and dramatic mountain scenery. Many trekkers compare the atmosphere around Changbang Base Camp to an expedition-style Himalayan experience.

Day 1 — Rishikesh to Pipalkoti
Long mountain drive through the scenic Garhwal valleys to Pipalkoti.

Day 2 — Pipalkoti to Jumma, Trek to Ruing Village
Drive to Jumma and begin the trek through forested terrain and traditional village routes.

Day 3 — Ruing to Dronagiri Village
Trek through mountain villages and scenic valleys towards Dronagiri.

Day 4 — Dronagiri to Longatulli
Continue into alpine terrain with views of glacier-fed landscapes.

Day 5 — Longatulli to Bagini Base Camp
Reach Bagini Base Camp at approximately 15,100 ft, with spectacular views of Rishi Pahar and surrounding peaks.

Day 6 — Bagini Glacier & Changbang Base Camp Exploration
Early morning glacier trek through moraine and glacial terrain, with spectacular sunrise views over the Himalayan peaks.

Day 7 — Return to Dronagiri Village
Begin the long descent through rugged mountain terrain back towards Dronagiri.

Day 8 — Trek to Jumma and Drive Onward
Trek back to Jumma and continue the journey towards the lower valleys.

Day 9 — Drive Back to Rishikesh
Complete the drive back to Rishikesh, marking the end of the expedition.

Trekkers should:

• Have strong stamina
• Be able to jog 5 km in 30 minutes
• Handle long trekking hours
• Carry backpacks in difficult terrain
• Prepare with cardio and endurance training

The trek generally follows:

• Rishikesh
• Joshimath / Pipalkoti
• Jumma Village
• Ruing Village
• Dronagiri Village
• Longatulli
• Bagini Base Camp
• Changbang Base Camp
• Return via same route

Clothing

• 1 full-sleeve & 2 half-sleeve quick-dry T-shirts

• 1 fleece T-shirt

• 1 wind stopper / fleece jacket

• 1 windproof jacket

• 1 down feather / hollow jacket

• 1 thermal innerwear set (upper & lower)

• 2 trekking pants

• 1 wind stopper / fleece pant

• 1 pair waterproof gloves

• 1 pair fleece / woollen gloves

• 1 poncho / waterproof jacket and pant

Head Gear

• Head torch

• Sun cap

• Woollen cap

• Balaclava

• Buff / neck gaiter

• 1 synthetic & 1 woollen buff

• Sunglasses with UV protection

Footwear

• 1 pair waterproof, high-ankle trekking shoes with good grip

• 1 pair floaters / flip-flops

• 6 pairs cotton socks

• 1 pair woollen socks

• Gaiters, if required

• Micro spikes, if required

Backpack

• 50–60 L backpack with rain cover

• 20–30 L daypack with rain cover, if offloading is opted

• Walking stick

Personal Essentials

• 2 × 1 L water bottles / hydration pack + 1 × 1 L bottle

• Thermos flask

• Small tiffin / lunch box

• Personal medicines

• Sunscreen

• Moisturiser

• Chapstick / lip balm

• Toothbrush & toothpaste

• Toilet paper & wipes

• Soap / hand sanitizer

• Antibacterial powder

• Quick-dry towel

Food / Snacks

• Energy bars

• Dry fruits

• Chocolates

Tip: Don't overpack. For a high-altitude trek, good trekking shoes, proper layers, rain protection, hydration, and sun protection are more important than carrying extra clothes.

Refund percentages vary depending on cancellation timing:

• Earlier cancellations receive higher refunds/vouchers.
• Emergency situations may qualify for special refund consideration.