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Chopta Tungnath Chandrashila Trek
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Trekking · Uttarakhand

Chopta Tungnath Chandrashila Trek

easy4 days / 3 nights

Duration

4 days / 3 nights

Price

4,500

Group size

1–20

Best time

Nearest city: RishikeshAltitude: 4000m

A relatively short but rewarding trek to Chandrashila Summit (4,000m), passing through the ancient Tungnath Temple (the highest Shiva temple in the world) with a 360-degree view of major Himalayan peaks.

Highlights

  • Visit Tungnath Temple - the highest Shiva temple in the world at 3,680m
  • 360-degree panoramic Himalayan views from Chandrashila Summit
  • Sunrise trek with spectacular views of Nanda Devi, Trishul, and Chaukhamba

Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Drive Rishikesh to Chopta base (410 km, 11-12 hrs)

    Day 1: Drive Rishikesh to Chopta base (410 km, 11-12 hrs)

  2. Day 2: Acclimatization - trek to Deoria Tal (2.5 km) mirror lake vi

    Day 2: Acclimatization - trek to Deoria Tal (2.5 km) mirror lake views

  3. Day 3: Summit day - trek Chopta to Tungnath to Chandrashila; return

    Day 3: Summit day - trek Chopta to Tungnath to Chandrashila; return (10 km, 6-7 hrs)

  4. Day 4: Drive Chopta back to Rishikesh

    Day 4: Drive Chopta back to Rishikesh

Inclusions

  • Accommodation in camps/guesthouses
  • All meals during trek
  • Experienced trek guide
  • All permits and fees
  • Transport from Rishikesh and return

Exclusions

  • Personal trekking gear
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses, tips, beverages

Safety guidelines

  1. Start summit trek at 4:30 AM to catch sunrise from the top
  2. Final 1.5 km to Chandrashila is steep with loose scree - use trekking poles
  3. Carry headlamp for early morning start
  4. Warm layers essential at summit even in summer
  5. Packed trail on weekends - plan mid-week if possible