Bagini Glacier Changabang Base Camp
Joshimath,Garhwal,Uttarakhand
Grade
Moderate to Difficult
No of Days
Maximum Altitude
4480 Meters
Price
INR 17500/- Per Person Haridwar to Haridwar
Available Date
Customised dates available for Groups
🏔️ Bagini Glacier & Changabang Base Camp Trek – An Untouched Himalayan Marvel
In the heart of the Garhwal Himalayas, hidden behind towering snow-capped sentinels, lies a trail that few have dared to explore. The Bagini Glacier and Changabang Base Camp Trek isn’t just a route — it’s a passage into the wild soul of the Indian Himalayas. Remote, rugged, and ravishing, this trek is a dream for those who crave raw adventure, alpine solitude, and panoramic Himalayan beauty without the crowds.
📍 Where is Bagini Glacier?
Tucked away in the Nanda Devi Biosphere Reserve of Uttarakhand, the Bagini Glacier lies near the Tibet border, far from popular tourist trails. The trek begins from Jumma Village, a short drive from Joshimath, and gradually ascends through picturesque villages, alpine meadows, and moraines — culminating at the Changabang Base Camp, with jaw-dropping views of Changabang (6,864 m), Kalanka (6,931 m), Hardeol, and Rishi Pahar.
🗺️ A Trek That Tells a Story
Your journey starts in Joshimath, a gateway town that breathes adventure. After a long but scenic drive from Rishikesh, you settle in, excited for the trail ahead. The trail begins at Jumma, weaving through dense forests to Ruing and the mythologically-rich village of Dronagiri, where legends of Hanuman and Sanjeevani echo in the mountain breeze.
From Dronagiri, the trail toughens — crossing landslide zones and glaciers as you ascend to Longatulli and then the Bagini Base Camp. Here, nature's silence roars, and every turn reveals a new peak. This is the trek’s crown jewel. A tough push leads you to the Changabang Base Camp, offering a front-row seat to one of the most dramatic walls of granite and ice in the Himalayas.
Rishikund :- Rishikund is a small, sacred high-altitude lake located near the snout of the Bagini Glacier. According to local legends, it is believed to be a place where sages (rishis) meditated, and the water here is considered holy. The name "Rishikund" itself means "the pond of the sages."
🌟 Why This Trek is Special
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🏔️ Offbeat & Less Crowded: Unlike popular trails, Bagini Glacier offers solitude and raw wilderness, one of those offbeat trails in Himalayas.
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📸 Breathtaking Mountain Views: Views of Changabang, Kalanka, and Dunagiri will leave you speechless.
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🧭 Cultural Depth: Trek through ancient villages with deep mythological significance.
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🎒 Challenging but Rewarding: Ideal for seasoned trekkers looking for something truly unique.
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Best Time for Bagini Glacier trek is from Mid May–Mid June & Late September–October.
Itinerary
Day 01
Day 02
Day 03
Day 04
Day 05
Day 06
Day 07
Day 08
Day 09
Reporting at Haridwar. Drive to Joshimath. On arrival in Joshimath, briefing and registration to be completed by every trekkers and participants. Spend the evening time in Joshimath, visit Narsingh Devta mandir at a walking distance. Overnight stay at Homestay/Hotel.
Joshimath to Jumma (45 km Drive) → Trek to Ruing (3 km) Altitude: 2,900 m
After breakfast, drive to Jumma, the starting point of the trek. The drive offers stunning views of the Dhauliganga River.
From Jumma, trek 3 km through pine forests and rustic terrain to reach Ruiing, a quiet Himalayan hamlet surrounded by lush vegetation. Stay: Camping in Ruiing
Ruiing to Dronagiri Village (8 km Trek). Altitude: 3,450 m
Today's trail gradually climbs to the fabled Dronagiri Village, deeply rooted in mythology — believed to be the village from where Hanuman lifted the Sanjeevani mountain. The landscape opens up into alpine meadows and forests. Stay: Tented accommodation in Dronagiri
Dronagiri to Longatulli (6 km Trek). Altitude: 3,900 m
Leave civilization behind as you hike through glacier-fed streams and rugged mountain paths. The route offers incredible views of Hardeol and Rishi Pahar.
Camp at Longatulli, a serene meadow with towering rock faces and mountain winds. Stay: Camping
Longatulli to Bagini Base Camp (5 km Trek). Altitude: 4,600 m
A rocky, moraine-strewn trail leads you to the pristine Bagini Base Camp. As you gain altitude, the views become breathtaking with glacier snouts and snow walls all around.
Expect views of Changabang, Kalanka, and Trishuli towering above the base camp. Stay: Camping at Base Camp
Bagini Base Camp to Bagini Glacier Viewpoint/Rishikund (3 km) & Return (3 km). Altitude: 4,900 m (max)
Start early for a round-trip hike to the Bagini Glacier viewpoint and Rishikund, the highlight of the trek. Today is the most important and challenging day of the entire trek, where one have to negotiate the boulder, morraines, and scree zones. Standing at nearly 4,900 meters, you’ll witness a panoramic display of Himalayan peaks — Changabang, Dunagiri, Hardeol, and more — rising like icy fortresses.
Return to base camp by late afternoon for rest and reflection.
Bagini Base Camp to Sem Kharak/Dronagiri (13 km Trek).
Retrace your path back down to Dronagiri Village, soaking in views that feel new in the opposite direction. It’s a long but scenic descent through moraine, meadows, and forests. Either we will be camping in Dronagiri or Sem Kharak Stay: Camping
Dronagiri to Ruiing (8 km Trek) → Drive to Joshimath (45 km)
Begin the final trekking stretch back through Ruiing to Jumma, where your vehicle awaits. After reaching Joshimath, enjoy the comforts of a warm shower and a bed. Stay: Guesthouse in Joshimath
Joshimath to Haridwar (270 km Drive)
End the journey with a soulful drive back to Haridwar, carrying memories of glaciers, peaks, and silent valleys that few have witnessed. Estimated arrival by evening. We will drop you in Haridwar Railway station marking the end of the Journey. Take only sweet Himalayan Memories Leave only Footprints
"What included"
Cost of accommodation in Huts/Hotels/Homestays two night in Joshimath
Cost of transportation from Haridwar/Rishikesh to Haridwar/Rishikesh
Cost of Fooding while on trek (Morning and evening Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner- meals will be provided. Breakfast-Roti, Sabji/Maggi, etc., Lunch/Dinner-Rice/Roti, Sabji, Dal, Achar, etc.).(Day 1:- Dinner to Day 8:- Dinner)
Technical Camping equipments:- Tents(sharing basis), Sleeping Bag, Mattress, Utensils, Microspikes, Technical climbing equipments
Guide,Support staff,cook, Supporting crew.
Cost of Permit fees.
"What not included"
Cost of Personal expenses.
Hotel in Haridwar.
Cost of emergency due to bad weather conditions.
Cost of personal porter for offloading
Meals during transit i.e. meals while on road or travelling will not be provided. No meals will be provided in Last day (Day 7)
Emergency Evacuation
Cost of Insurance
Anything which is not mentioned in the inclusion.
Booking Policy:
To book your trek, you need to pay 30% of the trek fees as advance. Rest 70% to be paid ten days prior to the starting date
One can pay the amount online(Net Banking, GPay, UPI ID).
Details to be shared on request.
Cancellation Policy:
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30 days before the trek date, full refund of the paid amount
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15 days before the trek date, 50% refund of the paid amount.
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Cancellation less than 15days to the start date of the trek, no refund possible
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In case Himalayan Passion cancels the trek or trip, full refund will be paid.
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One has option to send another person on their behalf.