Chopta

Chopta

Mini Switzerland — Gateway to Tungnath & Chandrashila

📅3-4 Days

🌤️Apr – Jun, Sep – Nov

📍2,680 m Altitude

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2,680 m

Altitude

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Apr – Jun

Best Season

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3-4 Days

Ideal Duration

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420 km · 10 hrs

From Delhi

About Chopta

Called the Mini Switzerland of India, Chopta's rhododendron meadows are the base for the 4 km trek to Tungnath — the world's highest Shiva temple at 3,680m.

The further ascent to Chandrashila summit (4,000m) rewards with a perfect 360° Himalayan panorama including Kedarnath, Chaukhamba, Nanda Devi and Trishul peaks.

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Best Time to Visit

April–June for rhododendron blooms and clear views. September–November for post-monsoon clarity. December–March for snow trekking (experienced trekkers only).

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Summer

Apr – Jun

Rhododendrons in full bloom. 10–20°C. Clear Himalayan views. Best overall time.

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Monsoon

Jul – Sep

Heavy rain, slippery trails, leeches. Trek route open but not recommended.

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Autumn

Sep – Nov

Crystal-clear skies, golden meadows. 5–15°C. Second-best season after spring.

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Winter

Dec – Mar

Heavy snow. -5 to 5°C. Snow trek to Tungnath for experienced trekkers only.

How to Reach

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By Air

Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (226 km). Then road via Rishikesh and Rudraprayag.

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By Train

Rishikesh (200 km) or Haridwar (225 km). Then 7–8 hr drive to Chopta.

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By Road

Delhi → Rishikesh → Rudraprayag → Ukhimath → Chopta (420 km, 10–11 hrs).

Things to Do

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Tungnath Trek

4 km moderate trek to the world's highest Shiva temple at 3,680m. Ancient 1,000-year-old temple.

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Chandrashila Summit

1.5 km beyond Tungnath to the 4,000m summit. 360° panorama of Himalayan peaks.

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Deoria Tal

3 km trek to a pristine lake that mirrors Chaukhamba peaks. Perfect for camping.

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Bugyal Meadows

Walk through high-altitude meadows carpeted with wildflowers in spring.

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Sunrise at Chandrashila

Camp near Tungnath and trek up for sunrise — the Himalayan panorama is life-changing.

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Travel Tips

No hotels at Chopta — only basic dhabas and tented camps. Book in advance.

Carry your own sleeping bag for camping options near Tungnath.

Start the Chandrashila trek by 4 AM for sunrise — carry a headlamp.

Acclimatise in Chopta before attempting Chandrashila if coming from plains.

No mobile network at Chopta. Download offline maps before arriving.

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