Chopta-Chandrashila Trek: An Ascent To The Abode Of Shiva

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  Difficulty : Easy in summer and Difficult in Winter Best time to visit: January to March for snow and April, may and September for spring Temparature : Day time: -1°C to 10°C; Night time: -8°C to -3°C Hightest Altitude : 4000Mts / 13123 feet. Pickup point : Dehradun

About Chopta Yoga Tour

The Chopta Chandrashila trek is a popular trekking route in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. It is renowned for its breathtaking views of the Himalayan peaks. The trek starts from Chopta, a picturesque hill station known as the “Mini Switzerland of India”. The highlight of the trek is the Chandrashila summit, which offers a stunning panoramic view of the surrounding mountains, including Nanda Devi, Trishul, and Chaukhamba. The trek is relatively moderate in difficulty and can be undertaken by both beginners and experienced trekkers. It’s also known for its diverse flora and fauna, making it a delightful experience for nature enthusiasts. The best time for this trek is typically from April to November, when the weather is most favorable.

Note:-

• 20% advance payment confirms your booking.
• Will transport all your belongings for you so that you only have to carry your day pack with camera. water bottle and jacket.
• We serve three meals a day including snacks and drinks.
• We provide a variety of tasty healthy food including Indian, Chinese and Western meals Wlth lots of vegeta bles and fruit.

Day One: Haridwar To Chopta (210Km)-

• Route: Haridwar – Rishikesh – Devprayag – Srinagar – Rudraprayag – Agastyamuni – Kund –Ukhimath – Chopta base Camp and Resort
• Duration: 7-9 hours
• Distance: 187km

• Arrangement of Meals:
  • Breakfast: Rishikesh
  • Lunch: Rudraprayag
  • Snacks Time:Chopta
  • Dinner: Chopta

Day Two: Chopta- Tungnath- Chandrashila (10 Km Up and Down Trek)

• Route: Chopta –Tungnath Temple– Chandrashila Summit – Chopta (Return)
• Duration: 4 hours
• Distance: 5 Km

• Arrangement of Meals:
  • Breakfast: Chopta
  • Lunch: Chopta
  • Snacks Time:Chopta
  • Dinner: Chopta

Day Three: Your base camp Chopta to Rishikesh/ Haridwar .

• Route:Chopta base Camp and Resort – Ukhimath – Kund – Agastyamuni – Rudraprayag – Srinagar – Devprayag – Rishikesh – Haridwar
• Duration: 7-9 hours
• Distance: 187km

• Arrangement of Meals:
  • Breakfast: Chopta
  • Lunch: Rudraprayag
  • Snacks Time:Rishikesh
  • Dinner: Rishikesh

Day One: Haridwar To Chopta (210Km)-

Description: today we will start early in the morning. It is almost 7 to 8 hrs drive to Duggalbitta, Chotpa, it is mostly used for overnight (stay in the Campsite)halt before starting Chotpa –Tungnath – Chandrashila trek. In the evening we will go for a short walk around the meadows or in the jungle with Local guide and fellow travelers. Altitude : 2350mt/ 7709 feet.

Day Two: Chopta- Tungnath- Chandrashila (10 Km Up and Down Trek)

Wake – up in the morning with fresh air, this is going to be a tough day and we have to do a lot. After breakfast today we will start our adventurous trek of 10 Km (up and down) . About 3.5 km from the starting point at 3680 Mts we will be at Tungnath Temple. it is the highest Shiva temple amount the 5 Panch Kedar even in the world. After Darshan, we will start our next short 1.5km trek to reach the highest point of this Chopta valley, at Chandrashila. From Chandrashila we will get the 108-degree view of grater Himalayan peaks such as – Chawkhamba, Bandar Poonch, Mandani, Kedar peak, Nanda Devi, Trishuli, etc. We will enjoy our precious time here to enjoy the beauty of Himalaya and later, we will trek down to Chopta. Dinner and overnight stay at Chopta. Altitude: 4000Mts / 13123 feet.

Day Three:Your Base Camp Chopta To Rishikesh/ Haridwar

Today we head to back to Haridwar post early morning breakfast. We will start drive back to Haridwar which is about to 7 to 8 Hour drive . End of the Chandrashila trek with happy memories..

Chandrashila Package Inclusion

• Stay- All accommodation in Camps or Guest House or Home Stay.
• Meals- Veg meals during the trek.
• Activities– Trekking and Camping.

Package Exclusions

Any sort of transportation
Lunch
Any other personal expenses
Anything not mentioned above in inclusions

Package Inclusions

Breakfast, Dinner
Morning Tea, & Evening tea with snacks
Accommodation in Camp and Resort
Free Jungle Walk for big group

Thing’s To Carry

You Need To Get :-

• CLOTHES- Warm clothes like windproof jackets, fleece/full sleeve sweater, thermals Innerwear, woolen cap and socks, mittens and scarf.Some Light and comfortable clothes like tee-shirts, trousers or tracks pants


• SHOES & SOCKS- Comfortable trekking or hiking shoes, at least 3 pairs of warm socks and 2 Cotton socks.


• SKIN CARE ESSENTIALS- Sunglasses with 100 % UV protection, Lip Balm, Sunscreen Lotion, Moisturizer,Water bottles


• MEDICINES- All required basic medications (or prescribed if any)


• OTHER ACCESSORIES- Raincoat or poncho to avoid rains, walking stick or trekking pole, Water Bottle, Hot water Bottle/bag, Led Torch/Headlamps are Preferable. Cap to protect from Sun, hat is preferable.