Chopta Tungnath & Chandrashila Summit Trek

Deoriatal - Chopta - Tungnath - Chandrashila • Garhwal Himalayas, Uttarakhand

Fixed Batch Price₹8,000/ person

Cost based on minimum group size of 06 - 08 pax (₹8,000 / person)

Batch Dates

Every Week (Nov - March)

Duration

4 Days / 3 Nights

Max Elevation

13,564 ft / 4,130 m

Call Guide

Chopta Tungnath & Chandrashila Summit Trek - Deoriatal - Chopta - Tungnath - Chandrashila - Adventure Trips India

Small Group ExpeditionMax 12 Trekkers

Batch Description & Route

Considered the most beautiful and easiest trek in Garhwal Himalayas, this is the best trek for beginners, families, and students. Starting from the crystal-clear waters of Deoriatal lake (home to 80+ species of Himalayan birds with stunning reflections of Chaukhamba and Kedar peaks), the trail winds through dense semi-alpine oak and rhododendron forests to Chopta meadows, ascending to the sacred Tungnath Temple (the highest Shiva shrine in the world / 3rd Kedar) and the 13,564 ft Chandrashila Peak with panoramic 360° views of Nanda Devi, Trisul, Dunagiri, Hathi Parvat, and the Gangotri range.

Key Batch Highlights

Summit Chandrashila Peak (4,130m / 13,564 ft) with 360° views of Nanda Devi & Mt. Trisul
Darshan at sacred Tungnath Temple — world's highest Shiva shrine (Panch Kedar)
Lakeside camping at emerald Deoriatal lake with mirror reflection of Mt. Chaukhamba
Trek through rich Rhododendron & Oak forests with 80+ Himalayan bird species
Round-trip private Jeep / Tempo Traveller transport from Rishikesh included

Day-by-Day Batch Itinerary

4 Days

Rishikesh to Sari Village via Rudraprayag & Trek to Deoriatal

Pick up in Rishikesh, 7 hrs scenic drive to Sari Village (starting point). Gentle 1 hr (2 km) trek up to crystal-clear Deoriatal (1,800m). Overnight camping by the lake with views of Chaukhamba, Kedar, and Neelkanth peaks.

Deoriatal to Chopta Ridge Walk (12 km, 5-6 hrs)

Walk through dense semi-alpine forests of rhododendron and oak connecting to the meadows of Chopta. Spot Himalayan wildlife and birds. Arrive at Chopta (3,000m) for a fabulous Himalayan sunset. Overnight camping/guest house in Chopta.

Chopta to Tungnath & Chandrashila Peak Summit (8 km, 4-5 hrs)

Excursion via Tungnath temple ('PANCH KEDAR'). A steep 1 km final climb leads to Chandrashila Peak (4,130m / 13,564 ft) for breathtaking views of Nanda Devi, Trisul, Dunagiri, and Chaukhamba. Descend back to Chopta base.

Chopta downhill trek to Pothibasa & Drive to Rishikesh

After breakfast, trek 6 km downhill to Pothibasa. Board private vehicles and drive 6-7 hrs back to Rishikesh. Trip concludes with lifelong memories.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Included in Fixed Departure

Camping tents / guest house accommodation on twin/triple sharing basis
All vegetarian meals (AP basis) during the trek
Round-trip transport Rishikesh to Chopta and back in private Jeep / Tempo Traveller
Local experienced mountain guide & camp support staff
National Park entry fees & trekking permits

Excluded / Optional