Surya Top Winter Summit Trek

Barsu - Jungle Camp - Syanri Bugyal - Surya Top Summit • Uttarkashi, Garhwal Himalayas

Fixed Batch Price₹18,000/ person

Cost based on minimum group size of 06 - 08 pax (₹18,000 / person)

Batch Dates

Nov - March (Every Mon, Wed, Fri)

Duration

6 Days / 5 Nights

Max Elevation

13,780 ft / 4,200 m (Surya Top Summit)

Call Guide

Surya Top Winter Summit Trek - Barsu - Jungle Camp - Syanri Bugyal - Surya Top Summit - Adventure Trips India

Small Group ExpeditionMax 12 Trekkers

Batch Description & Route

Barsu village and Syanri Bugyal are among the most beautiful alpine landscapes in Uttarakhand, situated at elevations ranging from 8,000 to 12,000 ft. During winter, it provides an exceptional opportunity to explore crisp alpine ridges and sweeping meadows, ascending to Surya Top (4,200m / 13,780 ft) for 360-degree panoramic vistas of the Gangotri mountain group and the colossal Bandarpoonch massif.

Key Batch Highlights

Winter summit push to Surya Top (4,200m / 13,780 ft) with 360° views of Gangotri & Bandarpoonch
High-altitude alpine camping at pristine Syanri Bugyal Base Camp & Gujjar Dera (Jungle Camp)
Trek through dense virgin Himalayan Oak and Rhododendron forests
Authentic Garhwali village homestay experience in Barsu with traditional mountain meals
Full expedition crew: Certified Mountain Guide, dedicated cook, helpers & pack ponies

Day-by-Day Batch Itinerary

6 Days

Rishikesh to Uttarkashi to Barsu (200 km, 8 hrs drive)

Assemble in Tapovan / Rishikesh. Drive 8 hrs along the Bhagirathi River to Barsu via Uttarkashi with lunch en route. Reach Barsu in late evening followed by dinner. Overnight stay at homestay/lodge.

Barsu to Jungle Camp / Gujjar Dera (6 km trek, 3-4 hrs)

Breakfast and start off our day with a mild climb and fabulous views of the Himalayas. As we climb higher through dense Oak and Rhododendron forest, the trail gets steeper. Camping at Gujjar Dera / Jungle Camp.

Jungle Camp to Syanri Bugyal Base Camp (5 km trek, 3 hrs)

Morning after breakfast start trek up to Syanri Bugyal. An easy gradual climb through dense forest with Gangotri range peaks opening up. Arrive at camp for hot lunch. Afternoon at leisure or mild hike towards Surya Top Ridge for a beautiful sunset. Overnight stay in tents.

Syanri Bugyal to Surya Top Summit (4,200m) & Descend to Jungle Camp (12 km, 5-6 hrs)

Early morning summit push to Surya Top (4,200m / 13,780 ft) for incredible 360-degree sunrise panoramas of the Himalayas. Return and descend down to Jungle Camp for overnight camping.

Jungle Camp downhill trek to Barsu (8 km trek, 4-5 hrs)

Morning after breakfast, scenic downhill trek through forest trails back to Barsu (8 km). Stay in a traditional guest house / homestay.

Drive from Barsu to Rishikesh / Jolly Grant Airport (200 km, 7-8 hrs)

A relaxed morning followed by breakfast and a 7-8 hrs scenic drive back to Rishikesh / Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport. Trip concludes.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Included in Fixed Departure

Transportation by private Tempo Traveller / Jeep ex-Rishikesh / Dehradun
Stay in alpine tents / lodge on AP basis (Meals from Day 01 evening tea/snacks & dinner to Breakfast on Day 06)
All standard camping and trekking arrangements
Experienced Mountain Guide, dedicated cook, and camp helpers
Pack ponies to carry camping gear and food supplies
Forest entry fees and climbing safety equipment

Excluded / Optional

Lunch on Day 01 and Lunch on Day 06
Stay and meals in Dehradun / Rishikesh before Day 1 and after Day 6
Porter / pony for personal baggage
Cold drinks, mineral water, alcohol, and personal expenses
Any changes/costs due to roadblocks, natural delays, or emergency evacuation beyond control