Weekend trek · 13,100 ft
Chopta · Tungnath · Chandrashila
The highest Shiva temple in the world and a Himalayan sunrise from Chandrashila — in one weekend.
- Duration
- 2 Nights / 3 Days
- Max altitude
- 13,100 ft (3,992 m)
- Distance
- 10 km round trip
- Difficulty
- Easy
About the trek
Called the "Mini Switzerland of India", Chopta is a green bowl of meadows and rhododendron forest in the Garhwal Himalaya — a perfect mix of spirituality, adventure and nature.
The trail climbs to Tungnath, the highest of the Panch Kedar temples, then a short steep walk leads to Chandrashila (Moon Rock) with a 360° view of Nanda Devi, Trishul and Chaukhamba.
- Summer
- Day 15°C · Night 5°C
- Winter
- Day 5°C · Night −5°C
- Drive
- 400 km return
- Start
- Rishikesh
Day by day
Day 1Rishikesh to Chopta
Early pick-up in Rishikesh and a drive along the Ganga and Alaknanda via Devprayag and Rudraprayag. Evening tea, dinner and a night in Swiss tents.
- Drive
- 200 km · 6–7 hrs
- Altitude
- 8,790 ft
Day 2Tungnath & Chandrashila
Walk the paved trail through rhododendron forest to Tungnath temple, then the steep 1.5 km to Chandrashila for sunrise. Back to Chopta for the night.
- Trek
- 10 km · 6–7 hrs
- Altitude
- 13,100 ft
Day 3Chopta to Rishikesh
A slow Himalayan morning and a hearty breakfast, then the drive back. Drop in Rishikesh by evening.
- Drive
- 200 km · 6–7 hrs
What's included
Included
- Transport, Rishikesh to Rishikesh
- 2 nights in Swiss tents at Chopta
- 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts and 1 packed lunch
- Trek leader and local guide
- Forest permits and entry fees
- First-aid and medical kit
Not included
- Meals on the road (day 1 and day 3 lunch)
- Mules or porters for personal luggage
- Personal gear — shoes, jackets, sticks
- Emergency evacuation or medical costs
What to carry
- Good-grip trekking shoes (important in snow)
- Backpack of 30–40 litres
- Warm jacket, thermals and woollen cap
- Raincoat or poncho
- 2–3 pairs of cotton and woollen socks
- Sunglasses and sunscreen
- Your own water bottle
- Power bank
Trek questions
Is this trek safe for beginners?
Yes. The trail to Tungnath is mostly paved. The last climb to Chandrashila is steep but manageable at a steady pace.
Is there network and an ATM?
Jio and Airtel work reasonably till Chopta. Withdraw cash in Rishikesh or Ukhimath — there is no ATM in Chopta.
What time do we leave Rishikesh?
Usually by 6:00 AM, to avoid traffic and reach Chopta before sunset.
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