What is the altitude of Chopta, Tungnath, and Chandrashila?

Chopta base camp is situated at 2,680 meters (8,790 ft). The sacred Tungnath Temple sits at 3,680 meters (12,073 ft) as the highest Shiva shrine in the world. Chandrashila summit rises directly above Tungnath at 4,000 meters (13,123 ft).

How difficult is the Chopta Tungnath Chandrashila trek?

The Chopta to Tungnath trek is 3.5 kilometers on a paved stone pathway with a gradual incline, graded as easy-to-moderate. The additional 1.5 km climb from Tungnath to Chandrashila summit is steep with rocky terrain and is graded as moderate.

Chopta Tungnath Trek 2026 | Chandrashila Peak

Chopta Tungnath & Chandrashila Trek
World's Highest Shiva Temple, Alpine Meadows & 360° Himalayan Vistas

Walk across emerald bugyals framed by crimson rhododendrons, seek blessings at the 1,000-year-old Tungnath Temple, and stand atop Chandrashila Peak overlooking Nanda Devi, Trishul, and Chaukhamba.

Mini Switzerland of Uttarakhand

Chopta: The Alpine Jewel of the Garhwal Himalayas

Perched at an elevation of 2,680 meters (8,790 ft) amidst the Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary in Uttarakhand, Chopta is celebrated across the globe as the "Mini Switzerland of India".

Surrounded by pristine alpine meadows (bugyals), ancient deodar groves, and vibrant scarlet rhododendron forests, Chopta serves as the launchpad for the revered trek to Tungnath Mahadev (12,073 ft) – the highest of the sacred Panch Kedar shrines and the highest Shiva temple on Earth – and the thrilling summit ascent to Chandrashila Peak (13,123 ft).

Trail Highlights

Trek Itinerary & Sacred Sights

Tungnath Temple (12,073 Ft)

Built over 1,000 years ago by the Pandavas in the classical North Indian Katyuri stone architecture. Where Lord Shiva's arms (bahu) appeared during the Samudra Manthan legends.

Chandrashila Peak (13,123 Ft)

Literally the "Moon Rock". A 1.5 km steep ridge ascent beyond Tungnath offering an unmatched 360-degree panoramic spectacle of Nanda Devi (7,816m), Trishul (7,120m), Chaukhamba (7,138m), and Kedar Dome.

Deoria Tal (7,998 Ft)

An emerald mountain lake located 20 km before Chopta near Sari village, reflecting the snow-clad four pillars of Chaukhamba in its crystalline waters.

Himalayan Monal & Musk Deer

Spot Uttarakhand's state bird, the iridescent Himalayan Monal, Koklass pheasants, and endangered musk deer inside the protected Kedarnath Sanctuary.

Tour Packages 2026

Chopta Tungnath Trek Packages

2N/3D Chopta Alpine Camp

2N/3D Chopta & Tungnath Trek

Swiss Tents • All Meals

₹3,200 / person (Min 2 Pax)

2 Nights luxury alpine tent / cottage stay
All buffet meals (Breakfast, Packed Lunch & Dinner)
Guided trek to Tungnath Temple & Chandrashila summit
Evening campfire with music & stargazing

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3N/4D Rishikesh to Chopta Excursion

3N/4D Complete Circuit

Private Cab + Deoria Tal + Tungnath

₹6,500 / person (Min 2 Pax)

Private AC Sedan from Haridwar/Rishikesh
1N Sari / Deoria Tal + 2N Chopta Swiss Camps
Devprayag & Rudraprayag Sangam darshan
All buffet meals included throughout the tour

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions: Chopta Trek

Tungnath Temple opens in late April or early May (on Akshaya Tritiya / Vaikasi) and closes in early November (shortly after Diwali). During winter months, the symbolic doli of Lord Shiva is moved to Makkumath village for winter pooja. The trek route itself remains open for winter snow trekking year-round!

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