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Bagini Glacier is famous as Adventure, Trekking, Glaciers, . Nearest Airport from Bagini Glacier is Jolly Grant Airport, 315 kms and Nearest Railway Station is Rishikesh, 300 Kms.

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How cold does it really get on the Bagini Glacier & Changbang Base Camp trek?

You’ll see some changes in the temperature every day while trekking to Bagini Glacier and as you climb high, it gets colder. Daytime will be comparatively pleasant with a temperature around 15 degrees, but at night it may dip from subzero to -8 degrees Celsius.

How difficult is the Bagini Glacier trek?

Bagini Glacier Trek is a moderate-level trek considering its remoteness in outer Nanda Devi Sanctuary and altitude range. Rapid changes in weather may pose some challenges but once the sky gets clear and peaks reveal themselves, the views will be rewarding. It is a good trek to upgrade to if you’ve done a couple of treks in the Himalayan range.

When is the best time to go to Bagini Glacier & Changbang Base Camp Trek?

Bagini Glacier is a trek that changes its beauty in pre-monsoon and post-monsoon. If you love snow and slightly difficult trek then May and June is the best time and if you want to see greenery and slightly easy trek then Sep, Oct, is the best time.

Is Diamox advisable?

We don’t recommend using Diamox without prior consultation from your doctor. It is always better to get acclimatized without the help of medicines.

Which type of shoes should I buy?

Good trekking shoes are the most important part of the trek, so you have to be very careful before buying them. You can go through our Article “Important Things To Carry for Trekking” to get an idea of important things to carry for trekking.

How to get safe drinking water on the trek?

Himalayan water is considered as clean and mineral water but for safe side use boil water/chlorine tablet, during the trek ask once to the trek leader or guide from where to fill water bottles.

Do you think I should bring some medicines with me?

Yes, it is always advisable that in any trek carry your own medication whether organizers carrying it or not.

Can you customize a trip?

Yes, if you would like to travel independently, you are invited to choose any of the trips at your convenient time frame for any number of people. Cost for private trips is fixed on the basis of group size, trek area, duration, and trek style. You can check out some Bagini Glacier Tour Packages

Where is the Bagini Glacier?

Bagini Glacier is located in Outer Nanda Devi National Park in Chamoli district of Garhwal region of Uttarakhand state. 

Is Bagini Glacier trek safe?

Yes, the Bagini Glacier Trek is safe. The level of difficulty for the Bagini Glacier Trek is moderate, so the route is not very dangerous. Staying attentive while trekking ensures safety. However, euttaranchal.com always provides it’s trekkers with professional guidance and supervision. Your safety is our utmost priority.

Why Should You Do The Bagini Glacier and Changbang Base Camp Trek?

There are several reasons to do this Glacial trek in Uttarakhand:-

  • Upclose with Mt. Dunagiri 7066m, Rishi Pahad, Hardeol, Trishuli and Changabang Peak 6864m
  • Bagini Glacier is nothing short of a spectacle when its comes to geographical landscapes. As it gives birth to one of the most important tributaries of the Alaknanda River and all of its waters are originating from some of the highest and purest peaks of Nanda Devi Sanctuary.
  • The ancient village of Rongpa tribes and their hospitality. 
  • The picturesque setting of Dronagiri village and architecture of Dronagiri Village. 
  • The mythological story of Hanuman Ji carrying off the mountain behind the village for sanjeevani booti.
  • A wide variety of alpine flowers can  be seen on this trail.

Can I offload my backpack on a mule/porter? What are the charges for the same?

We provide Bag Offloading as an add-on service where your rucksack/backpack will be transferred on a mule or by the porter. That way you can travel light with just your day pack with essentials like a rain jacket, water bottle, camera, packed lunch, etc. 

  • Bag Offloading on Mule costs Rs. 300 per bag per day
  • Bag Offloading on Porter costs Rs. 400-500 per bag per day (depending upon the  severity of the trial)      

What is the altitude of Bagini Glacier Trek?

Bagini Glacier trek is situated at an altitude of 4,484mts above sea level.

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What is the base and trekking distance of Bagini Glacier Trek?

Jumma, located on Joshimath – Malari Road is the base of Bagini Glacier Trek. And the entire trekking distance is roughly around 54kms.

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