Overview & Info
🏔️ Chopta Tungnath Trek Overview
Chopta Tungnath Trek is one of the most beautiful short Himalayan treks in Uttarakhand. It takes you to Tungnath Temple, the world’s highest Shiva temple, and further to Chandrashila Peak, offering breathtaking 360° views of the Himalayas including Nanda Devi, Trishul, Chaukhamba, and Kedar Dome.
📍 Location: Rudraprayag District, Uttarakhand
⛰️ Maximum Altitude: 13,100 ft (Chandrashila Summit)
🚶 Trek Distance: 5 km (One Way)
⏳ Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night or 3 Days / 2 Nights
⭐ Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate
🌿 Best Time: March–June & September–December
Head out for a fascinating trek expedition to Chandrashila, the summit of Tungnath, which is prominently known as a famous tourist attraction for high-altitude trek lovers. It is located at a height of about 4,000 meters above sea level. Spot the spellbinding glimpses of Nandadevi, Trisul, Kedar Peak, Bandarpunch, and Chaukhamba peaks, the views of which are going to be your rewards for the hike. Discover the laid-back side of the Himalayas while trekking through the lush jungles and snow-capped mountains. Make your way through the forests with snowy paths and discover rich flora and fauna until you reach the destination at an altitude of 13,000 feet. On arriving at Chopta – a picturesque and unexplored destination, famous as ‘Mini Switzerland of Uttarakhand’, you are surely going to reconnect with nature and soothe your senses completely. Later, proceed towards Chandrashila – the ‘Moon Rock’ summit of the Tungnath.
Quick Info:
- Start Time – End Time from Delhi: 11:00 PM (Day 0) – Between 5:00 AM – 6:00 AM (Day 4)
- Start Time – End Time from Rishikesh: 6:00 AM (Day 1)-Between 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM (Day 3)
- Pickup Point/ Drop point from Delhi: near Akshardham Metro Station
- Pickup Point/ Drop point from Rishikesh: Natraj Chowk/ Rishikesh ISBT
- Temperature: 32°C to 15°C
- Trek Distance:18km
- Maximum altitude: 4,000 meters above sea level
- Electricity: Electricity will be available at Chopta campsite and Sari village.
- ATM: Rishikesh is the last point where you will find an ATM
Highlights
- Ascend to the summit of Chandrashila at 4,000 meters and marvel at the breathtaking views of Nanda Devi, Trisul, Kedar Peak, Bandarpunch, and Chaukhamba.
- Explore the 'Mini Switzerland of Uttarakhand' at Chopta, and experience its untouched beauty.
- Discover the spiritual essence at Tungnath, the world’s highest Shiva temple.
- Explore nature as you trek through dense forests adorned with vibrant rhododendrons, majestic oaks, and towering deodar
- Witness the pristine beauty of Deoria Tal Lake, where crystal-clear waters reflect the surrounding snow-capped peaks.
