Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek vs Panchachuli Base Camp Trek

Compare Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek and Panchachuli Base Camp Trek side by side — difficulty, duration, altitude, best season, permits and cost. Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek is the friendlier pick for first-timers; Panchachuli Base Camp Trek climbs higher for bigger summit views; Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek fits a shorter schedule; Ali B

Our verdict

Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek is the friendlier pick for first-timers; Panchachuli Base Camp Trek climbs higher for bigger summit views; Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek fits a shorter schedule; Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek is easier on the budget.

FeatureAli Bedni Bugyal TrekPanchachuli Base Camp Trek
DifficultyEasy–ModerateModerate–Difficult
Duration4 days7 days
Max altitude11,319 ft12,631 ft
Best seasonSep – NovSep – Nov
PermitsPermit requiredPermit required
Est. cost₹8,000–₹15,000₹12,000–₹25,000
RegionChamoli, UttarakhandPithoragarh, Uttarakhand