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Chopta–Tungnath Trek is a short yet magical Himalayan trek in Uttarakhand. Starting from the green meadows of Chopta, the trail leads to Tungnath, the world’s highest Shiva temple, surrounded by snow-clad peaks. The trek is easy to moderate and perfect for beginners. If you continue further to Chandrashila summit, you are rewarded with breathtaking 360° views of the Himalayas. It’s a beautiful mix of spiritual calm, adventure, and raw mountain beauty, making it one of the most special treks in India.
Essential details about your trek
Difficulty
medium
Altitude
13000 ft
Distance
5km
Season
Nov - May
Temperature
-4°C to 25°C
Group Size
6
Base Camp
Chopta
Day-by-day breakdown of your adventure
Arrive at Chopta (8,800 ft), the starting point of our trek. After checking into our comfortable camps, explore the surroundings and acclimatize to the altitude. Evening briefing about the trek ahead.
Haridwar/Rishikesh → Chopta
Alpine camps
Total Price (1 traveler)
₹7,000
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Everything you need to know about Chopta Tungnath Trek
Tungnath Temple: ~12,073 ft Chandrashila Peak: ~13,000 ft
The trek is easy to moderate, suitable for beginners with basic fitness
The trek distance is about 3.5 km to Tungnath and 5 km to Chandrashila (one way) from Chopta
No prior experience is required, but a basic level of stamina is recommended
Mobile networks are limited and unreliable. Expect little to no connectivity during the trek
Arrive at Chopta (8,800 ft), the starting point of our trek. After checking into our comfortable camps, explore the surroundings and acclimatize to the altitude. Evening briefing about the trek ahead.
Haridwar/Rishikesh → Chopta
Alpine camps
Begin your spiritual journey with a 4 km trek to Tungnath temple. The trail winds through dense rhododendron forests offering glimpses of Himalayan peaks. Reach the temple by afternoon and seek blessings.
Chopta → Tungnath Temple → Chandrashila Peak
Alpine camps
Begin your spiritual journey with a 4 km trek to Tungnath temple. The trail winds through dense rhododendron forests offering glimpses of Himalayan peaks. Reach the temple by afternoon and seek blessings.
Chopta → Tungnath Temple → Chandrashila Peak
Alpine camps
Early morning trek to Chandrashila peak (13,123 ft) for sunrise views over the entire Himalayan range. After soaking in the magnificent 360-degree views, trek back to Tungnath and then descend to Chopta.
Tungnath → Chandrashila → Tungnath → Chopta
Alpine camps
Early morning trek to Chandrashila peak (13,123 ft) for sunrise views over the entire Himalayan range. After soaking in the magnificent 360-degree views, trek back to Tungnath and then descend to Chopta.
Tungnath → Chandrashila → Tungnath → Chopta
Alpine camps
Trek to the pristine Deoria Tal (7,000 ft), a high-altitude crystal clear lake surrounded by dense forests. The 3 km trek offers beautiful meadows and occasional wildlife sightings. Camp by the lakeside for a magical experience.
Chopta → Deoria Tal
Lakeside camps
Trek to the pristine Deoria Tal (7,000 ft), a high-altitude crystal clear lake surrounded by dense forests. The 3 km trek offers beautiful meadows and occasional wildlife sightings. Camp by the lakeside for a magical experience.
Chopta → Deoria Tal
Lakeside camps
Morning exploration around Deoria Tal and visit nearby Himalayan village to experience local culture. Interact with the friendly locals, understand their traditional lifestyle, and enjoy authentic Garhwali hospitality.
Deoria Tal → Local Village → Deoria Tal
Lakeside camps
Morning exploration around Deoria Tal and visit nearby Himalayan village to experience local culture. Interact with the friendly locals, understand their traditional lifestyle, and enjoy authentic Garhwali hospitality.
Deoria Tal → Local Village → Deoria Tal
Lakeside camps
Trek back to Chopta enjoying the final views of the Himalayas. After lunch, board your vehicle for the journey back to Haridwar/Rishikesh/Dehradun with divine memories and spiritual rejuvenation.
Deoria Tal → Chopta → Haridwar/Rishikesh/Dehradun
Trek back to Chopta enjoying the final views of the Himalayas. After lunch, board your vehicle for the journey back to Haridwar/Rishikesh/Dehradun with divine memories and spiritual rejuvenation.
Deoria Tal → Chopta → Haridwar/Rishikesh/Dehradun