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Deoriatal Chandrashila - The Complete Trek Guidebook
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This guidebook is a complete step-by-step guide on how to do the Deoriatal Chandrashila trek. It contains trail information, routes, and a map that will help you do the trek. It is packed with useful information - about the mountains, the forests, the lake, the rivers, and the birds and animals you will see. You will know what to look out for when you are trekking.
The guidebook is an excellent companion for you on the trek, whether you are trekking with us or on your own. It has been painstakingly compiled by our team to give you the best chance to know all there is to know about the Deoriatal Chandrashila trek.
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- +5% GST (goods and services tax).
- Services Sari village to Baniyakund.
- Meeting Point ( Pickup/ Drop Point ): Trek The Himalayas Office, Rishikesh
Reporting Time: 6:00 a.m. Drop Time: 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm (Timings are subject to change based on weather and road conditions). Please reach Rishikesh a day before to avoid any delays.
Insurance 175
Insurance is Mandatory.
Non-Indian rates are slightly higher. Trek coordinator will provide balance payment link post-booking.
- Get insurance through us or elsewhere. If not through us, email for a refund after booking.
The cancellation policy will be implemented in accordance with the trek cancellation policy.
Transport 1500
Transportation Rishikesh to Sari & Baniyakund to Rishikesh is optional
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Offload 700
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Book off-load at least 10 days before the trek.
For offline bookings at the base camp, a convenience fee of Rs. 1200 applies.
- Offload can't weigh more than 11kg, Offload should have a Waterproof cover. Suitcases /trolleys will not be allowed.
In the event that you choose to cancel your trek prior to the departure date, you will receive a full refund.
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Trek Name: Chopta Chandrashila Tungnath Trek with Deorital
Adventure Type: Trekking
Base Camp: Sari Village
Season: Spring | Summer | Autumn | Winter |
Month: January | February | March | April | May | June | September | October | November | December |
Country: India
Altitude: 12100 Ft.
Grade: Easy to Moderate
Rail Head: Rishikesh
Stay: Guesthouse(Separate male & Female) & Swiss cottage tent
Food: Meals while on trek & guesthouse
Location: Uttarakhand
Distance: 30 Km.
Trail Type: Forest-crossing trekking trail.
AirPort: Jolly Grant Airport, which is 21 km away from Rishikesh
Why Chopta Chandrashila Trek is a Must-Do Trek ?
- Provides an unforgettable Himalayan adventure, combining spirituality, natural beauty, and adventure for those seeking a magical winter experience in the Garhwal Himalayas.
- Chandrashila Peak rewards trekkers with panoramic views of the Himalayan peaks, creating a mesmerizing backdrop of Chaukhamba, Nanda Devi, and other majestic mountains.
- Deoriatal Lake, surrounded by pristine snow, transforms into a winter wonderland with reflections of the Chaukhamba peaks on the frozen lake, offering a perfect setting for winter photography.
- The hamlet of Chopta, known for its lush meadows, becomes a serene winter landscape with white carpets of snow. Ideal for trekking, birdwatching, and enjoying the tranquil winter atmosphere.
- Tungnath, even though closed in winter, emanates a spiritual aura, making it a unique experience to feel the divine presence amidst the snow-covered mountains.
- Offers a captivating expedition through the stunning winter landscapes of the Garhwal region in Uttarakhand, showcasing the Himalayas in their snow-covered glory.
- Encompasses the spiritual aura of Tungnath, the world's highest Shiva temple,providing a serene and sacred experience amidst the snow-clad mountains.
- Renowned for its challenging yet rewarding nature, the trek takes you through diverse terrains, offering a sense of accomplishment upon reaching Chandrashila Peak.
- Combines the charm of Deoriatal, the lush meadows of Chopta, and the spiritual significance of Tungnath and Chandrashila, creating a holistic and enchanting trekking experience.
- The trek offers breathtaking views of snow-covered landscapes, providing trekkers with a unique opportunity to witness the ethereal beauty of the Chopta region in winter.
- Chandrashila Peak, the trek's pinnacle, offers remarkable panoramic views of the surrounding Himalayan peaks. The snow-covered trails lead to breathtaking vistas, including Chaukhamba, Nanda Devi, Nanda Ghunti, Dronagiri, Trishul, and more.
The Chopta-Chandrashila Trek is a captivating expedition through the stunning winter landscapes of the Garhwal region in Uttarakhand, India. This trek is renowned for its stunning vistas, spiritual significance, and challenging yet rewarding nature. It combines the charm of Deoriatal, the beauty of Chopta , and the spiritual aura of Tungnath and Chandrashila . The trek begins near Sari village, passes through Chopta, and Tungnath, and culminates at Chandrashila Peak . During winter, trekkers are rewarded with snow-covered landscapes and the opportunity to witness the Chopta region's ethereal beauty.
The Chopta-Chandrashila Trek in winter is a breathtaking and challenging journey, providing a unique opportunity to witness the Garhwal Himalayas in all their snow-covered glory. This trek offers a truly magical experience in the heart of winter, combining spirituality, natural beauty, and adventure for those who seek an unforgettable Himalayan winter adventure.
Highlights Deoriatal Lake Surrounded by pristine snow, Deoriatal Lake transforms into a winter wonder. The Chaukhamba peaks cast their reflections on the frozen lake, creating an otherworldly scene perfect for winter photography. Hamlet Of Chopta Chopta's lush meadows and forests become a serene winter landscape with white carpets of snow. The area is perfect for trekking, birdwatching, and enjoying the tranquil winter atmosphere. Tungnath Temple Tungnath , the world's highest Shiva temple, holds a serene and spiritual ambiance. Although the temple is closed in winter, you can still feel its spiritual aura amidst the mountains. Chandrashila Peak The trek's pinnacle, Chandrashila Peak , is a remarkable destination for winter trekkers. The snow-covered trails lead to breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding Himalayan peaks including Chaukhamba, Nanda Devi, Nanda Ghunti, Dronagiri, Trishul, and more.
- Who can Participate
- Important Links
- How to Reach
- Trek Essential
Who Can Participate
- Age; 10 years +.
- First timers can apply; previous trekking experience is more appreciated.
- The climber must be fit and have sufficient stamina to cover 4 km of distance in 35 minutes without stress.
- The climber should be able to carry a 10-12 kg backpack.
Rishikesh to Sari Village
- Altitude (Sari): 2,000 m/ 6,550 ft.
- Drive 190 km | 7-8 hr.
- Trekkers will be picked up at 6:00 am from TTH Head office (Tapovan) in a Tata Sumo/Tempo Traveller or a similar vehicle (cost is not included).
- Breakfast and Lunch on the way (exclusive of charges).
- Arrive at Sari Village by approx. 4 pm – (tea, briefing of the trek & dinner).
- No local market.
- Telephone Network- Available.
- Stay in the guest house.
The journey to Chopta commences at Rishikesh, where our representatives will pick you up from the Rishikesh TTH Head office (Tapovan). You will be driven to Sari, which is the base for the Deoriatal trek and is about a 7-hour drive away from Rishikesh. En route Sari, you will pass a holy confluence at Devprayag, one of the five prayags. This is a sacred site for the Hindus as it sees the confluence of two rivers Alakananda and Bhagirathi. As you traverse along the mountain road, the river keeps you company all along the way and you will also enjoy captivating views of the lower Garhwal Himalayas.
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The Sari village is a small mountain settlement with about 100 houses lined on the mountains and many beautiful paddy fields enhancing its natural beauty. Sari offers stunning meadow views and the people here are warm and friendly. You will also get the first glimpses of the Chandrashila summit from here.
If you arrive on time, you can venture out to explore the Sari village. There is also a small market in Sari and you might find something of value to purchase from here.
Sari To Alpine Lake Deoriatal
- Altitude: Deoriatal- 2,400 m / 7,850 ft.
- Trek Distance: 3km | 1-2hr.
- Altitude Gain: 400 m/ 1,300ft
- Steep ascent to the campsite.
- Well-marked trail through pine and oak forest.
- No Water source.
- Hot lunch at campsite.
- Go to Deoriatal Lake for an evening walk.
- Deoriatal Lake is 10 minutes walk from the campsite.
- Stay in Tent - dome tent (Twin sharing) and Swiss tent (triple/quad sharing).
Today is the first day of your adventure and you will trek from Sari to Deoriatal. It is a very short trek of about 3 km that takes you to Deoriatal. The trek to Deoriatal is quite easy with mixed ascents and descents along the way.
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From Sari follow the well-defined rocky trail that gradually climbs up the mountains. Keep walking on the trail and after 30 minutes, you will come across your first major viewpoint. Stop for a while and treat your eyes to alluring views of mountains and valleys. Treading further along the trail, you will come across a forest of maple and Rhododendron. If you visit during the spring, the Rhododendrons will be red and blooming, a beautiful visual treat. Another hour or so and you arrive at Deoriatal.
Deoriatal provides the perfect dreamy setting for camping. The lovely alpine lake is nestled beautifully in a mountain clearing and is surrounded on all sides by the majestic Garhwal Himalayas. Mt. Chaukhamba is the most prominent here and it casts its reflection on the lake waters, a surreal sight to behold. Wait until morning when the mist lifts and the sun rays warm up the peaks in a golden glow. The snow-clad mountains in the backdrop with the lake taking center stage, it is the perfect place to capture some Instagram-worthy shots.
From the trail, you can spot the Chandrashila summit and below it, the Tungnath temple, which is just a speck in the mountains and you may need binoculars to spot the temple. Deoriatal is also a Green-Trail hotspot and you are going to find a lot of litter around the campsites, keep your eco bags ready to collect the garbage.
Reaching Deoriatal, we will set out tents for the night and a hot lunch and dinner will be provided at the campsite. You will have almost an entire day in your hand that you can use to explore the area and acclimatize as well. This is also a popular site for birdwatching and you may even spot some rare Himalayan birds. Explore the trails around the campsite and let the tranquillity of the mountains slowly engulf you.
Deoriatal To Baniyakund via Rohini Bugyal
- Altitude: Banuyakund-2,600 m/ 8,550 ft.
- Trek Distance: 16km | 8hr.
- Drive Distance: 3 km | 10 min.
- Altitude Gain: 200 m/ 700 ft.
- Water source- A groundwater source before entering Rohini Bugyal. Waterfalls on the second half of the trail.
- Gradual ascent on a meadow.
- Packed lunch for the way.
- Drive Sari village to Baniyakund: 23km | 45min.
- If unable to do the 16 km trek then can come back to Sari village by trek and drive to Baniyakund campsite, if a TTH vehicle is available then drive from Sari to Baniyakund is free, and if not then trekkers will have to pay around Rs 1200.
- Stay in Cottages/ Swiss Camp (triple/quad/dormitory).
Today is the most scenic day of your trek and a treat for all nature lovers. Today’s trail is made spectacular with the Rhododendron covers that become denser and denser as you trek uphill. The Kedar dome and the Chaukhamba peaks also peek through the tree covers. You will spot two varieties of Rhododendrons here, red and pink and during the months of March and April, the trail is set ablaze in hues of crimson. The forest cover soon opens into a beautiful clearing, the Rohini Bugyal meadow which is lined with Rhododendrons on all sides.
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The trek today is moderate starting with a gradual ascent followed by a slight descent, which eases to a gradual ascent until Rohini Bugyal. From Rohini Bugyal there’s a steep descent followed by a mix of ascents and descents to Baniyakund. As the Rhododendron cover clears up, you will get clear views of Chandrashila peak in the distance, and on your right below, you can see the Sari village once again.
The trail passes through Kedarnath Sanctuary, so you may be able to spot some Himalayan Wildlife like red foxes and other small animal species and birds like Griffon Vultures, which are huge birds of prey as well as Verditer Flycatcher and Himalayan Woodpecker. Every now and then, you may also come across small shrines with prayer flags tied to them. These temples are built by the locals. Walk for 20 more minutes and you will reach a landmark temple, the Bagdwal temple and you will spot three paths branching out.
One route connects back to Sari village, another connects to Ukhimath and there’s a third descending path, which leads us to Rohini Bugyal. The Chandrashila and Kala Parvat become quite prominent from here. Walk for about 30 minutes and you will pass a small rivulet. This is your water source and you can fill your bottles here. Tread across a wooden bridge to cross the river and a small uphill climb will lead you to Rohini Bugyal.
As you climb uphill from Rohini Bugyal, the views get better and better and you will observe a series of shepherd huts lining the hills. During the summer months, the locals occupy these huts along with their livestock. The Rohini Bugyal meadows provide the perfect spot for cattle grazing. From here, crossing a few gradual ascents, you will reach Baniyakund. Further ahead, there is a motorable road that leads to Chopta, and from here take the trail on the right to reach the Baniyakund campsite, a clearing between the forests. You will stay overnight in Cottages/ Camp.
Baniyakund to Chopta (Drive) & trek to Tungnath & Chandrashila & Return
- Altitude: Tungnath-3500 m/ 11500 ft | Chandrashilla top-3,700 m/ 12,100 ft.
- Altitude: Chopta 2,850m/ 9,400ft.
- Trek: 9km | 7hr (Both side).
- Buniyakund to Chopta (Drive 4km | 10min).
- Chopta to Tungnath 4-5 km | 3hr.
- Tungnath to Chandrashilla Summit 1 km | 1hr.
- Trek: Gradual ascent.
- Packed lunch for the day.
- Water Source- None.
- Tungnath is the highest Shiva temple.
- View: Mountains of Garhwal and Kumaon- Nanda Devi, Trishul, Nandaghunti, Dronagiri, Chaukhamba, Kedar dome, Thalaysagar, Gangotri ranges, Jahanukut etc.
Today is the summit day and we will have an early start in the wee hours before sunrise so that we can catch the sunrise from Tungnath. The path from Chopta to Tungnath wades along a well-defined, concrete trail. The trek from Chopta to Tungnath is about 3 km and the trail entwines along meadows and forests before making way to the Tungnath temple and 1.5 km from Tungnath lies Chandrashila summit. The trail remains buried deep in snow during the winters adding to the challenge of the climb to Chandrashila from Tungnath, which is already quite steep.
The trail from Chopta to Tungnath is well-defined which makes it quite accessible but at the same time, it is a little steep with numerous scissor bends. As you make your way to the second last scissor bend, you can see the Tungnath temple on the right and the Chandrashila summit. The views start getting increasingly better from here and Tungnath Temple is just half a kilometer away. On the left is a view overlooking a valley of Birch trees, which is again a prime spot to sight bird species like Monal and Griffon Vultures.
Soon you will reach the Tungnath temple, which remains closed in winter and you will find snow until April here. The Tungnath Temple is one of the Panch Kedars and is steeped in mythology and folklore. The legend according to Mahabharata goes that the Panch Kedars was built by the Pandavas, asking for Lord Shiva’s forgiveness and atonement of their sins incurred by killing their kins in the battle of Kurukshetra. Lord Shiva appeared in a bull form and parts of the bull appeared in these five locations, where the shrines were built. Tungnath is where the limbs and chest of the bull appeared.
From Tungnath temple, the trek to the Chandrashila summit is a short but challenging one as it is pretty steep. Crampons and gaiters are a must if you are attempting this trek in the winter. Follow your trek leader's instructions to safely make it to the summit. The trail to Chandrashila starts just behind the temple complex. You ascend 600 ft from Tungnath conquering a very steep climb. Once you reach the Chandrashila Base, the Chandrashila peak becomes visible and another 30 to 45 minutes climb takes you to the summit, where you will get some epic mountain views including Mt. Trishul, Nanda Ghunti, Nanda Devi, Thalaysagar, Gangotri Ranges, Kamet, Chaukhamba, Kedar Dome, Dunagiri, Jahanukut and more.
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The sunrise view from the Chandrashila summit is unlike any you will ever see and this is one of the best photo points in the Himalayas. At Chandrashila summit there is another temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, which is believed to have been built by Lord Rama for the atonement of the sin of killing Ravana. The trek back to Chopta follows the same path. Retrace your steps back to Chopta and from there you will drive back to the Baniyakund Cottages/ Camp.
Drive to Rishikesh
- Drive Distance- 210 km (7 hrs drive).
- Reach Rishikesh by 6:00 pm
- Trekkers will be dropped at TTH Head office (Tapovan) in a Tata Sumo/Tempo Traveller or a similar vehicle (cost is not included)
- After morning tea move to Rishikesh (breakfast and lunch on the way, exclusive of charges)
This is the last day of your journey, where we will drop you off at Rishikesh. Board your vehicles at Baniyakund and it's a 7-8 hour drive to Rishikesh, along the same mountain roads you came in, taking back with you warm memories of the mountains. We will drop you off at Rishikesh by 6 PM and you can book your further journey onwards.
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- Keep a buffer day in your travel plan.
- If buffer day is not used in the travel then it can be used to Explore Rishikesh.
- Read the article Things to do in Rishikesh.
- Distance, Altitude, and Trekking hours are approximate and rounded off.
- Keep the original and copy of ID proof handy.
- Come one day early if planning to come by flight.
Day-1: Rishikesh to Sari Village
Day-2: sari to alpine lake deoriatal, day-3: deoriatal to baniyakund via rohini bugyal, day-4: baniyakund to chopta (drive) & trek to tungnath & chandrashila & return.
- Altitude: Tungnath-11500 ft | Chandrashilla top-3,700 m/ 12,100 ft.
Day-5: Drive to Rishikesh
- Come one day early if planning to come by plane.
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Pulse rate at rest must be in between (60 to 90 beats per minute).
Blood Pressure Reading must be in between (DIASTOLIC 70 – 90, SYSTOLIC 100 - 140 mm Hg).
Respiratory rate at rest must be in between (12 to 20 breaths per minute).
Should not have Liver and kidney issues.
Should not have Diabetes Mellitus, Bronchial Asthma, Heart problems, Hypertension, etc.
No pacemaker implant.
People with Sinus issues, Epilepsy please contact to trek coordinator before booking the trek.
If your BMI is not normal, Please contact our Trek coordinator before Trek booking.
Medical & Disclaimer Form (Mandatory Documents) Click here to download Medical & Disclaimer Form
- Government Employees can avail the benefit of Special Casual Leave (SCL) when they join us for a trekking expedition. As per the rules of the Pay Commission, Special Casual Leave can be availed for up to 30 days in a calendar year for trekking/mountaineering expeditions through a registered organization. Trek The Himalayas is a registered adventure tour operator by the Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF) and the Ministry Of Tourism (MOT).
- Trekkers have to apply for leave at least 20 days before the trek departure date.
- This service is exclusive to Indian government employees and is applicable only for treks within India.
- Do mail at info@trekthehimalayas to apply and mention your booked trek date and trek name.
Junior trekkers (below 15 years) should have a company of parents/guardians.
Trekkers between 15 to 18 years can come solo with the disclaimer form signed by parent/guardian.
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How To Reach
Pick-up information.
- It is essential for everyone to arrive at Rishikesh (06:00 am)
- Pick-up Location - Tapovan, Landmark -Nainital Bank opposite Shiv Vilas Hotel
- Once you have reached Rishikesh, TTH will manage the rest of your travel arrangements, if you have opted for TTH's pick-up service, you can select this option during the booking process by adding it as an add-on.
Options to Reach Rishikesh
First, you can arrive at Delhi, Dehradun airport or Chandigarh. The journey from these locations to Rishikesh is explained below.
1. Take overnight train/bus to Rishikesh.
2. Take overnight train/bus to Haridwar and drive to Rishikesh (25km | 35 min drive with normal traffic).
3. Take overnight train/bus to Dehradun and drive to Rishikesh (50km | 1hr 20min drive with normal traffic).
( We always recommend going for the govt. Buses over the private ones outside the bus station as based on the experience we have found that there are very high chances of delay involved with private buses. Also, govt. Buses are always more reliable. Whichever bus you choose, just make sure to reach Rishikesh at least by 05:30 am. )
4. Board a flight to Dehradun airport (Jolly Grant Airport) (21 km, 30 min). If you're arriving by air, then come one day in advance.
Drop-Off Information
- The designated drop-off point is Tapovan, Rishikesh.
- Reach in Rishikesh by 4:00 to 6:00 pm.
- Please consider planning your subsequent travel arrangements after 10:00 pm.
Note - In July and August month always have a buffer day in your Itinerary due to Monsoon.
- It's highly advisable to keep a buffer day in your travel plan. If the buffer day is not needed, it can be used to explore Rishikesh.
( If you prefer to travel independently to Base camp and don't want to take TTH's pick-up service, you can either take a government bus or book a private cab from Rishikesh. Your trek coordinator will provide guidance on how to arrange for the bus or cab booking. )
- TTH offers comfortable transportation through Tempo Traveler, Bolero, or equivalent vehicles. If you wish to upgrade your mode of transportation, please contact your trek coordinator for further assistance.
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1. Accommodation (as per the itinerary):
- Guesthouse & Swiss cottage tent.
2. Meals (Veg + Egg):
- All meals are from Sari village to Baniyakund. .
- Day 1 dinner to Day 4 dinner.
3. Support:
- 1 Mountaineering & First aid qualified professional expedition Leader.
- 1 Experienced high altitude chef.
- Local experienced guides (Number of guides depending on the group size).
- Enough support staff.
3. Trek equipment:
- Ropes, Helmet, Ice axe, Harness, Gaiters & Crampon (if required).
4. First aid:
- Medical kit, Stretcher, Oxygen cylinder, Blood pressure monitor, Oximeter, Stethoscope.
5. Transportation (as per the itinerary):
- Rishikesh to Sari village & Baniyakund to Rishikesh (If booked through TTH, available upon booking in add-ons).
- Baniyakund to chopta trekking point and return on summit day.
6. Mules/porters to carry the central luggage. 7. All necessary permits and entry fees, up to the amount charged for Indians. 8. Services from Sari village to Baniyakund.
9. Trek completion certificate from TTH.
1. Food during the transit. 2. Any kind of personal expenses. 3. Mule or porter to carry personal luggage. 4. Emergency evacuation, hospitalization charge or etc. 5. Anything not specifically mentioned under the head Inclusion. 6. Transportation (Rishikesh to Sari village & Baniyakund to Rishikesh, if not booked through TTH).
Things can be provided on demand and availability (participant has to pay extra for these things).
1- Satellite phone/set phone - is a type of mobile phone that connects via radio links via satellites orbiting the Earth instead of terrestrial cell sites like cellphones. Therefore, they can operate in most geographic locations on the Earth's surface.
2- Gamow/PAC HAPO Bag (Portable Hyperbaric Bag) - is a unique, portable hyperbaric chamber for the treatment of acute mountain sickness (AMS), also known as altitude sickness.
3- AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) - are portable life-saving devices designed to treat people experiencing sudden cardiac arrest, a medical condition in which the heart stops beating suddenly and unexpectedly.
Special Offer
- Make a single payment and trek the number of times you want.
- If you book a trek with Trek The Himalayas and cannot complete it, or if you've successfully completed the trek and wish to do it again, you can repeat it multiple times at no additional cost.
Terms and conditions
- This offer is non-transferable.
- This offer is valid for Trek The Himalayas limited fixed departures.
- This offer is valid for 5 years from the date of booking.
- This offer is not valid if the participant has received a cash refund or voucher at the time of cancellation.
- Participants don’t have to pay for the trek cost but have to pay for transportation and trek permit costs.
To reserve a spot for a trek or adventure program, you can either utilize our online booking form or call us at the provided number. For your confirmation, a deposit must be wired, including the initial payment.
Cancellation terms:
Cancellations prior to 25 days from the start of the Trip
Refund options
- 5% deduction of trek fee
- 100% cash voucher for any trip till one year
- Transfer your trek (any trek, any date) to your friend
Cancellation between 24 days and 15 days to the start of the Trip
- 30% deduction of trek fee
- 100% cash voucher for same trip till one year
- 85% cash voucher for any trip till one year
- Transfer your trek (same trek, any date) to your friend
Cancellation between 14 days and 10 days to the start of the Trip
- 50% deduction of trek fee
- 80% cash voucher for same trip till one year
- 70% cash voucher for any trip till one year
- Book the same trek, in the same season, with any other batch
Cancellation less than 9 days to the start of the trek
- No cash refund
- 20% cash voucher for the same trip till one year
- 10% cash voucher for any trip till one year
- Transfer your trek (same trek, same date) to your friend
Note- If a booking is made using a voucher or discount code, the policies related to vouchers and discounts cannot be modified.
In the unlikely event that TTH cancels a trek prior to the scheduled departure date:
While it is extremely rare for TTH to cancel a trek, we understand that unforeseen circumstances or natural disasters may occasionally require us to do so before the scheduled departure. These circumstances could include continuous rain or snow, thunderstorms, snowstorms, landslides, floods, earthquakes, or any other natural calamity that poses a risk to the safety of our trekkers. Additionally, unforeseeable events such as local riots, curfews, pandemics, lockdowns, government orders, or any similar situations that compromise the safety of the trekking experience may also necessitate a cancellation.
In the event of such a cancellation, TTH will provide you with a voucher equivalent to the amount you paid for the trek. This voucher can be redeemed for any of our treks within the next year, allowing you to still enjoy an adventure with us at a later date.
The issuance of a voucher is not applicable in situations where you are required to descend from the trek for any reason. The trek leader may make the decision to send you down from the trek due to factors such as insufficient fitness level, symptoms of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS), high blood pressure, exceeding the designated turn-around-time, health concerns, or if you are found smoking, drinking, or violating the rules set for the trek. In such cases, the provision of a voucher does not apply.
In the rare event that TTH shifts a trek:
We would like to emphasize that weather conditions in high-altitude areas are highly unpredictable and can undergo sudden changes at any time, irrespective of the day. Additionally, circumstances beyond our control, such as natural disasters, political unrest, pandemics, and lockdowns, may impact the feasibility of conducting a trek. In cases where we are unable to proceed with an event due to such circumstances that are beyond our direct control, we will make every effort to provide you with an alternative trek that is safer and more suitable.
In such situations, we will issue a voucher to offset the cost difference between the originally scheduled trek and the alternative trek. This voucher can be redeemed at any time within one year from the date of issue. Please note that a refund fee or reimbursement of the cost difference is not applicable in these cases.
- Change of trek batch is dependent on the availability of seats in the batch
- In case of transferring a trek to a friend, he/she should satisfy all the mandatory requirements put forward by TTH
- TTH holds the right to change/cancel the policies, without prior notice
- Cash refund is applicable only in case of bookings made without using any promotional offer code or vouchers
Cash Voucher Terms:
- This is a non-transferable voucher
- The voucher cannot be merged with any other offer of Trek The Himalayas
- The voucher is valid for Trek booked directly with Trek The Himalayas in India
- To avail the voucher please use your register phone number or e-mail id
- All the other Terms of booking a trek with Trek The Himalayas are applicable to the voucher
- Trek The Himalayas holds rights to add/remove any of the Terms and Conditions without prior notice
Itineraries are based on information available at the time of planning and are subject to change. "Trek The Himalayas" reserves the right to change expedition dates, people or itineraries as conditions warrant. If a trip must be delayed or the itinerary changed due to bad weather, road conditions, transportation delays, government intervention, airline schedules, sickness, or other contingency for which TTH or its agents cannot make provision, the cost of delays and/or other changes are the responsibility of the participant. TTH reserves the right to decline, or accept, any individual as a trip member for any reason whatsoever.
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Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ)
How to register/create an account with tth.
To register with TTH, visit our website - www.trekthehimalayas.com and create your account. To create your account you will need to use your email address and fill in all the details, set your unique password and your account is ready to use.
How to book a trek?
- To book a trek with TTH, you first need to register with us and create an account.
- Choose the trek that you want to do and click on available dates.
- You will land at the login page, fill in the required details.
- Add Participants, choose add-on services click on the Pay now button, choose your preferred payment method, and make the payment. TTH accepts multiple payment options, including credit/debit cards, net banking, and UPI.
- You will receive a confirmation email from TTH with all the necessary details about the trek, including the meeting point, transportation, accommodation, and other important instructions.
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Made a payment but did not receive any confirmation.
please send an email to us at [email protected] or reach out to the numbers provided in the Help and Support section of your Trek Page. We will ensure that your issue is promptly resolved.
How to book off-load luggage and transportation?
To book services such as off-load luggage and transportation, you can find them listed as add-ons. These additional services can be booked at the time of your initial booking. If you miss booking add-ons during the initial reservation, you can log in anytime and easily book 4 days before the departure date add-ons through the platform.
If I have booked the wrong trek or date, how can I make changes?
In such a situation, please log in to your account and transfer your trek or date to the desired one within 12 hours or drop us an email at [email protected] 10 days before the departure date of the trek. After the initial 12-hour period, any changes will be processed according to the cancellation policy.
I am a beginner and confused which trek to book.
We recommend visiting our "Suggest Me a Trek" page. By filling out the form, our experts will contact you with the best possible trek options based on your preferences and experience level. Alternatively, you can reach out to us via email at [email protected] or give us a call using the numbers provided on our website for personalized assistance and recommendations.
How is family trek different from regular trek?
Family treks differ from regular treks by focusing on ease of difficulty, offering shorter durations for younger participants, Kid-friendly and easily digestible foods, child-friendly activities, maintaining a higher guide ratio for diverse age groups, and implementing additional safety measures for families.
Ideal treks for children.
Family Trek with Kids recommendation Only Dayara Bugyal and Chopta Chandrashila Trek.
Minimum age for children to trek with TTH.
Minimum age for TTH treks is typically 7 years, though this may vary depending on the specific trek.
Can we take children to high altitudes with their guardian?
Yes, you can take a kids to a high-altitude trek with a parent. Discuss with a trek expert before booking a trek.
Can we send kids without Parents/guardian?
Medical & Disclaimer Form (Mandatory Documents) Click here to download medical and disclaimer form
How to prepare a child for a high altitude trek?
Physical Fitness: Ensure your child is physically fit. Engage them in regular exercise, outdoor activities, and hikes to build stamina and endurance. Hydration: Emphasize the importance of staying hydrated at high altitudes. Encourage your child to drink water regularly, even if they don't feel thirsty. Proper Nutrition: Provide a well-balanced diet with sufficient carbohydrates for energy and foods rich in iron to prevent altitude sickness. Adequate Sleep: Ensure your child gets enough sleep in the days leading up to the trek. Quality rest is crucial for altitude adaptation. Educate on Altitude Sickness: Teach your child about the symptoms of altitude sickness, such as headache, nausea, and dizziness. Encourage them to communicate any discomfort immediately. Appropriate Clothing and Gear: Dress your child in layers to adjust to changing temperatures. Ensure they have appropriate trekking gear, including sturdy footwear. Positive Mindset: Foster a positive mindset. Encourage your child, and let them know it's okay to take breaks when needed. Medical Check-Up: Schedule a medical check-up before the trek to ensure your child is fit for high-altitude activities. Consult with a healthcare professional about any potential health concerns.
Kind of food will be served during the trek for children.
TTH takes special care to provide wholesome and nutritious food for children on treks. Here are some of the foods that are typically served for children: Breakfast: For breakfast, TTH serves a variety of options like porridge, cornflakes, bread, butter, jam, honey, boiled eggs, omelettes, and pancakes. Children can choose from these options to fuel themselves for the day's trek. Lunch: For lunch, TTH serves lunch which includes rotis, vegetables, rice, dal, and salad. The rotis are usually made fresh on the trek and are a good source of carbohydrates. The dal and vegetables provide protein and other essential nutrients. Snacks: TTH provides healthy snacks like fresh fruits, dry fruits, energy bars, cookies, and biscuits to keep the children energized throughout the day. Dinner: For dinner, TTH serves a hot and wholesome meal which includes soup, rice, dal, vegetables, and a non-vegetarian dish (if requested in advance). Children can also choose from a variety of desserts like custard, jelly, and fruit salad. Dietary requirements: If a child has any special dietary requirements, TTH can cater to those needs as well. For example, if a child is lactose intolerant or allergic to nuts, the kitchen staff can make arrangements to accommodate those requirements.
How to choose the right trek?
Choosing the right trek for a beginner can be a bit overwhelming as there are many factors to consider such as distance, elevation gain, terrain difficulty, weather, and time of year. Here are some tips that can help you choose the right trek for a beginner:
1. Determine fitness level: Assess the fitness level of the beginner to understand their physical capabilities. This will help you select a trek that is challenging but not too difficult.
2. Choose a well-traveled trail: A well-traveled trail will have more amenities such as signposts, water stations, and shelter. It is also safer as there will be other hikers on the trail.
3. Consider the length of the trek: For beginners, it is recommended to start with a shorter trek that can be completed in a day or two. This will help them get acclimatized to trekking and build their confidence.
4. Look for gradual elevation gain: Choose a trek with a gradual elevation gain rather than steep ascents. This will make the trek easier and more enjoyable.
5. Check the weather: Check the weather forecast before selecting a trek. Avoid treks during the monsoon season or winter when the trails can be slippery or dangerous.
6. Research the trail: Read about the trail to get an idea of the terrain, altitude, and difficulty level. This will help you select a trek that is suitable for the beginner.
7. Consult with an expert: If you are unsure about which trek to choose, consult our trek expert Mr. Nitin (+91 70600 59773) between 10 AM to 6 PM (Tuesday - Friday). Mr. Nitin will provide you valuable advice and guidance.
Overall, it is important to choose a trek that is enjoyable, challenging but not too difficult, and suitable for the beginner's fitness level and experience.
Can a beginner choose a tough trek?
It is not recommended for a beginner to choose a difficult Himalayan trek. Trekking in the Himalayas can be physically and mentally challenging, especially if you are not used to the high altitude, steep slopes, and rugged terrain. Choosing a difficult trek without the proper experience, fitness level, and preparation can be dangerous and put you at risk of altitude sickness, injury, and other hazards.
If you are a beginner, it is recommended to start with an easier trek and gradually build up your skills and experience. This will help you understand the challenges of trekking in the Himalayas, and also prepare you physically and mentally for a more difficult trek in the future. It is also important to choose a trek that matches your fitness level, experience, and interest.
What is the age limit for a beginner trekker?
There is no specific age limit for a beginner trekker. However, it is important to consider your physical fitness, health condition, and personal interests before embarking on a trek. Trekking in the Himalayas can be physically and mentally demanding, and requires a certain level of physical fitness and endurance.
If you have any pre-existing medical conditions or are above a certain age, it is recommended to consult with a doctor before embarking on a trek. It is also important to listen to your body and take breaks as needed during the trek to prevent exhaustion or injury.
If I am solo, can I join the trek in a group?
Yes, you can join the trek. We have fixed departure groups where you can simply book your trek and we will take care of curating a group.
How does my family get updated about my Trek?
Before you start the trek, it is recommended that you make all the necessary phone calls as during the trek you may or may not receive network coverage, once you come back to the Base Camp, you can reconnect with your family via phone once again. You can share your trek coordinator contact detail with your family members to get the latest updates about your trek batch.
What food can I expect?
At TTH, we provide wholesome and nutritious meals during the trek. The food is vegetarian and includes a variety of dishes such as rice, dal, vegetables, chapati, paratha, pasta, noodles, and soup. We also offer snacks such as biscuits, and salty, and dry fruits during the trek. Special dietary requirements such as vegan, gluten-free, or Jain food can also be arranged if informed in advance.
I am allergic to some foods.
If you are allergic to some foods, you need to let us know in advance so that we can make arrangements accordingly.
How safe is trekking with TTH?
TTH is a trekking company that prioritizes the safety of all its participants, including women trekkers. They have a comprehensive safety system in place, which includes a dedicated team of experienced and trained trek leaders and support staff who are equipped to handle emergency situations and provide first aid.
TTH also takes specific measures to ensure the safety and comfort of women trekkers. They have a separate tent accommodation for women trekkers, female trek leaders, and support staff. They also provide separate toilet facilities for women and encourage a safe and respectful environment for all trekkers.
Moreover, TTH has a strict policy against any kind of harassment and has a zero-tolerance policy towards such incidents. They have a designated Internal Complaints Committee (ICC) to investigate and address any complaints related to harassment or misconduct. Overall, TTH has a good reputation for safety and responsible trekking practices, and women can feel comfortable and safe while trekking with them.
How TTH will manage if I am the only woman in the group?
In case you are the only women in the group, we provide a single sleeping arrangement. Also, during the trek, the trek leader will always remain by your side to provide optimum safety and reassurance.
How can I know that other women are in the batch?
You can reach out to the trek coordinator to inquire about the number of female trekkers and their respective states who have booked the trek. Please note that the trek coordinator cannot disclose personal details of any trekker. Once you've confirmed your booking, a WhatsApp Group will be created for all the trekkers in your batch. This allows you to connect with fellow trekkers before the trek begins.
Can I know in advance, which trek is led by a women Trek Leader?
While many of our treks are led by female trek leaders, however, it is not possible to know which trek leader is assigned to which group. But nonetheless, whether the trek leader is male or female you can be completely assured of your safety and security with us.
Can I trek with periods? If yes, then where can I dispose of the sanitary pad?
Yes, it is possible to trek with periods. However, it is important to take some extra precautions and preparations to ensure a comfortable and safe trekking experience.
Here are some tips that can help you trek during your period:
1. Use menstrual hygiene products that you are comfortable with, such as tampons, pads, or menstrual cups. It is recommended to carry enough supplies for the entire duration of the trek.
2. Pack wet wipes, hand sanitizer, and plastic bags to dispose of used hygiene products.
3. Wear comfortable and breathable clothing that allows for easy movement and reduces friction. Avoid wearing tight or restrictive clothing that can cause discomfort.
4. Carry pain relief medication, such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen, in case of menstrual cramps.
5. Stay hydrated and maintain a balanced diet to support your energy levels and overall health.
6. Take breaks as needed and listen to your body. If you feel uncomfortable or experience any unusual symptoms, seek medical attention immediately.
It is also recommended to consult with a doctor before going on a trek during your period, especially if you have a pre-existing medical condition or are taking medication. By taking necessary precautions and being prepared, you can have a safe and comfortable trekking experience even during your period.
We provide proper disposal facilities for sanitary pad disposal during the trek.
How will the accommodation be during the trek?
We offer three person tents with twin-sharing for optimum comfort. A woman trekker will share a tent with another woman trekker and if you are the only woman in the group, you will be given a single accommodation for your comfort and privacy.
Are trek poles, Jackets and other equipment available for rent from Trek The Himalayas?
Yes, we do provide gears on rent. You can book it using you TTH account directly.
Who will be with us on the trek from Trek The Himalayas?
Mountaineering qualified Experienced and first aid certified Trek Leader, First Aid Certify local guide, Cook, helpers and supporting staff.
Who can not join the trek?
People suffering from Bronchitis, Asthma, High blood pressure, Epilepsy (got faints), TB , Heart problem or on higher BMI side are strictly not allowed to go on any Himalayan trek. Apart from this if you had any medical history, please let us know.
When it gets really cold can I consume alcohol?
No. Alcohol and smoking isn’t allowed while on trek. It is totally misconception that it will keep you warm. Your body need to acclimatize properly and for that eat properly and drink enough water; these things will keep you warm.
What type of toilet facility is TTH providing at the trek?
Toilet tents provide a convenient solution for answering nature's call in the great outdoors. Dry toilets, in particular, offer a highly sanitary approach. By digging a pit and utilizing mud and a shovel, you can easily cover up your waste. This method ensures cleanliness and hygiene while camping or exploring in the forest.
Remember to pack essential toiletries to complete your outdoor bathroom kit and maintain proper personal hygiene during your adventures. With these practices in place, you can enjoy nature while also respecting it.
How do I manage the negative temperatures on the trek at higher camps? Do I need special jackets?
Layer Up From Head To Toe Eat Full Meals, never sleep empty stomach You can keep warmee (if you’re more susceptible to cold). Use sleeping bag in right way and don’t leave free space in sleeping bag.
For upper body – Thermal layer – T-shirt (full-sleeves) – Fleece T-shirt (for extreme colds) – Fleece layer – Thick Jacket/Down Jacket – Waterproof or Windproof layer (outermost layer, when it is snowing or raining) - For Lower Body – Thermal layer – Hiking pants (normal) or Winter hiking pants
Based on how warm you feel you can skip any of the above layers. Your outer later should be windproof since it is windy at high altitude. The idea behind layering is that the more insulation you have the less cold you feel, and instead of wearing a very thick jacket if you wear multiple layers, your body will be better insulated against the cold.
Do you provide crampon/micro spikes and gaiters?
Yes, we provide micro spikes and gaiters, if required.
What documents need to carry on trek?
Mandatory documents: 2 xerox of ID having address (addhar card/driving license), 2 Passport size photographs, hard copy Medical form signed & sealed by doctor, disclaimer form sign by trekker and high altitude insurance.
If we come prior the trek date, Do you provide accommodation?
No. We don’t but we can suggest you good hotel/Stay nearby pick up location.
Do we get enough water for drinking?
Yes, trekker must carry 2 water bottles 1 litre each so they can refill it at campsite for drinking and keep themselves hydrate.
What kind of shoes we should buy for the trek?
You should buy shoes which has these three features –Good grip, Ankle Support and additional water resistant layers. Generally, we advise Quechua Trek 100, MH 500 and MH 100.
What happens if some members of the team need to turn back before the summit?
No one is forced to go on. There is always enough staff to split the party according to need and regroup later at the camp. Most people have no trouble reaching the highest campsite. If some members decide not to climb the final distance they can wait for the climbers to come back down the same way or take a lateral path to the descent route.
What makes Trek The Himalayas Best Trekking Company in India?
Trek The Himalayas is the safest and most trusted trekking organization in India. Our deep expertise and commitment ensure that each trekker can fully immerse in the Himalayan beauty while experiencing a well-organized and memorable journey. We are proud to be recognized among the best trekking companies in India and have been awarded the PHD Samman Award two years consecutively for Best Adventure Tour Operator . Our founders, themselves are proficient mountaineers and belong to the hilly states of India. At TTH we follow all the safety protocols. Our Trek Leaders are expertly trained in First Aid and Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) management. The extensive experience is a key factor in establishing us as the best trekking company in India .
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What is the Chopta Chandrashila Trek famous for?
The Chopta Chandrashila Trek is renowned for its stunning landscapes and breathtaking views of major Himalayan peaks, including Nanda Devi, Bandarpoonch, Chaukhamba, Kedar Peak, and Mt. Trishul. This trek also includes visits to the serene Deoriatal Lake, the sacred Tungnath Temple (the highest Shiva temple in the world), and the Chandrashila summit, offering an all-encompassing experience of natural beauty and spiritual significance.
How difficult is the Chopta Chandrashila Trek?
The Chopta Chandrashila Trek is graded as an Easy to Moderate Trek . This makes it accessible for beginners and families while still providing a rewarding experience for more seasoned trekkers. The trails are well-defined, though some parts, especially the ascent to the Chandrashila summit, can be steep and challenging.
How long is the Chopta Chandrashila Trek?
The Chopta Chandrashila Trek covers an approximate trekking distance of 30 km over five days. This includes trekking from Sari to Deoriatal, then to Baniyakund via Rohini Bugyal, and finally to the summit of Chandrashila before returning.
What is the best time to do the Deoriatal Chandrashila trek?
The best time to undertake the Deoriatal Chandrashila trek is during the spring (March to April) and autumn (September to November). These periods offer clear skies and pleasant weather, perfect for trekking and enjoying the panoramic views of the Himalayas.
Is Chopta Chandrashila Trek Safe?
Yes, the Chopta Chandrashila Trek is considered safe for trekkers, including beginners and families. The trails are well-marked, and professional guides and trek leaders accompany the groups. Trek leaders are also trained in wilderness first aid to ensure maximum safety.
When can I find snow in Chopta Chandrashila Trek?
You can find snow on the Chopta Chandrashila Trek primarily during the winter months, from December to February. The trails, especially near Tungnath and Chandrashila, are often covered in snow, adding to the challenge and beauty of the trek.
What is the physical fitness requirement for Chopta Chandrashila Trek?
A moderate level of physical fitness is required for the Chopta Chandrashila Trek. Trekkers should be comfortable walking 6-7 hours a day on varied terrain. Prior experience in trekking or regular physical exercise like jogging, running, or cycling can be beneficial.
Can I take my children to the Chopta Chandrashila Trek?
Yes, the Chopta Chandrashila Trek is suitable for children, provided they are physically fit and accustomed to outdoor activities. It’s an excellent trek for families due to its relatively moderate difficulty and the wealth of natural beauty and cultural experiences it offers.
Is there a mobile network in the Chopta Chandrashila Trek?
Mobile network availability is limited along the Chopta Chandrashila Trek. The last reliable point for network coverage is in Sari village. Trekkers are advised to inform their contacts beforehand about the limited connectivity during the trek.
Is there a facility to store extra luggage?
Yes, there is usually a facility to store extra luggage at the base camp or with the trekking organizers. Trekkers are encouraged to travel light and carry only essential items during the trek.
What kind of accommodation can I expect on the Chopta Chandrashila Trek?
Accommodation on the Chopta Chandrashila Trek typically involves camping in high-quality tents. The campsites are set in picturesque locations, offering basic amenities and comfortable sleeping arrangements.
What are the washroom facilities like?
Washroom facilities on the Chopta Chandrashila Trek are basic. At campsites, there are usually portable toilets or dry pit toilets available. Trekkers should carry personal hygiene kits and be prepared for limited facilities in remote areas.
Is there an offloading service available for the trek?
Yes, offloading services are usually available for the Chopta Chandrashila Trek. Trekkers can arrange to have their heavy backpacks transported by porters or mules, allowing them to trek with lighter day packs.
What to carry for the Chopta Chandrashila Trek?
Essential items to carry for the Chopta Chandrashila Trek include:
Warm clothing (layers, thermal wear, fleece, down jacket)
Waterproof jacket and pants
Trekking shoes with good grip
Backpack (50-60 liters) with rain cover
Daypack (20-30 liters)
Water bottles or hydration pack
Snacks and energy bars
Personal medical kit
Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)
Trekking poles
Headlamp with extra batteries
Toiletries and personal hygiene items
What is the altitude of Chandrashila Peak?
Chandrashila Peak stands at an altitude of approximately 12,100 feet (3,700 meters) above sea level, offering trekkers spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding Himalayan ranges.
Is acclimatization required for Chandrashila Peak?
While the altitude of Chandrashila Peak is significant, the gradual ascent helps with acclimatization. However, trekkers should be mindful of altitude sickness and take necessary precautions, such as staying hydrated and ascending slowly.
What peaks are visible from Chandrashila?
From the Chandrashila summit, trekkers can enjoy unobstructed views of several major Himalayan peaks, including Nanda Devi, Thalaysagar, Chaukhamba, Dronagiri, Trishul, Nandaghunti, the Gangotri ranges, Kedar dome, and Jahanukut. These panoramic vistas are a highlight of the trek.
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Deoriatal Chopta Chandrashila Trek
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Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek in various months-
Deoriatal chandrashila in winter, deoriatal chandrashila in spring, deoriatal-chandrashila trek in summer.
Deoriatal-Chandrashila Trek in Autumn
Rhododendron arboreum, difficulty level of deoriatal chandrashila trek-.
- Hard snow can be highly slippery without microspikes or crampons, so make sure to wear your microspikes before stepping onto the snow. A minor slip could lead to injuries such as a sprained ankle or even a fracture.
- Step where other trekkers have walked before, using their footholds. Watch out for deep ones and avoid creating new paths on your own.
Effect of Weather on the Difficulty of the Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek
Customize your trek:, day 1 dehradun to sari.
Drive: 226 km, 7-8 hrs
Altitude: 2,100 ft (640 m) – 6,561 ft (2,000 m)
Accommodation: Homestay/Guest House
Meals: Dinner
We start early and drive through the towns of Devprayag and Rudraprayag to reach Sari village. The route follows the river Ganges till Devprayag, the confluence of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi. From here, we follow Alaknanda till Rudraprayag, where Alaknanda and Mandakini merge into one. Rudraprayag has been mentioned in the book ‘The Man-eating Leopard of Rudraprayag’ by the famous big cat hunter Jim Corbett. He managed to hunt down the leopard which had killed about 125 people in the area. The river Mandakini is followed upstream from here. We reach Sari by early evening. Overnight in tents near the village.
Day 2 Sari to Deoria tal
Trek: 3.5 km, 3-4 hrs
Altitude: 6,561 ft (2,000 m) – 7,972 ft (2,430 m)
Accommodation: Camping (Alpine Tents)
Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Evening Snacks + Dinner
On this day, we embark on the trail, up the hill to Deoria Tal. The pretty walk through rhododendrons takes one to the ridge above the village. Deoria Tal is a small lake with a meadow beside it. The view of the mountain ranges from here are fabulous. The Chaukhamba massif gets reflected on the clear water at times. Since, the trek is short, one can spend the day soaking in the peaceful forest environment and can also go for short walks around the lake.
Day 3 Deoriatal to Chopta via Rohini Bugyal
Trek: 16 km, 7-8 hrs
Altitude: 7,972 ft (2,430 m) – 8,556 ft (2,608 m)
Accommodation: Hotel/Luxury Tents
The walk on this day is fairly level and through some beautiful forest and meadows. The trail starts from the forest department cottages near Deoriatal. It enters the forest and soon reaches close to a ridge from where the village of Sari is visible far below on our right. We enter the forest again from here. The rhododendron flowers here bloom in spring and one gets the feel of walking through a park. The colors range from red to various shades of pink. If we are trekking in the winter months, some snow can be present in the shadowy areas. There are two camping options, either camp short of Chopta near a stream, or at the meadows below the shops at Chopta.
Day 4 Chopta to Tungnath temple to Chandrashila and back to Chopta
Trek: 8 km, 5-6 hrs
Altitude: 8,556 ft (2,608 m) – 12,073 ft (3,680 m) – 12,960 ft (3,950 m) – 8,556 ft (2,608 m)
Meals: Breakfast + Packed Lunch + Evening Snacks+ Dinner
We start early today. Form the picturesque environs of Chopta, we take the path through the arch leading up to the temple. The path is a paved one having handrails at places. At times, one can catch a glimpse of the monal bird in the forest on the left side of the path. Monal is type of pheasant and the state bird of Uttarakhand. Tungnath is a short 2 km trek from Chopta. The temple is only visible in the last few hundred metres. After a visit to the age old temple, we head up to the peak. Soaking in the stunning panoramic view of the Himalayas from Chandrashila, we begin heading down to Chopta and reach by late afternoon.
Day 5 Chopta to Dehradun
Drive: 205 km, 7-8 hrs
Altitude: 8,556 ft (2,608 m) – 2,100 ft (640 m)
Meals: Breakfast
On this day, we can visit Omkareshwar temple in Ukhimath. It is the winter abode of the idol of Kedarnath temple. We drive back to Dehradun and reach by early evening.
Day 2 How difficult is the trek & what are the challenges?
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FAQ's about Deoriatal chopta chandrashila trek
How difficult is the trek.
- The trek is easy- moderate.It does not have too many steep climbs (except the summit push to chandrashila). It is a good trek for beginners families and children and is easily one of the most preferred treks for newbies. however, it is a trek in the Himalayas, thus, you should train for atleast a month before trekking.
- Children above 8 years of age can trek depending upon health factors and fitness.
What are the risk factors (if any)?
- The section from Baniyakund to Tungnath- chandrashila, especially when you are trekking in snow could be difficult.
- Hard snow can be slippery so one should where microspikes before stepping on snow. Small slip change result in injuries like a ligament tear, a sprain ankle or even a fracture.
- It is important to put foot on foot holes made by earlier trekkers. do not try to make new paths of your own and look out for deep foot holes.
- Check for sections with feebles no that may require ropes.
- Chopta is situated within the Kedarnath Reserve National Park. There have been sightings of foxes and jackals in the past. But they do not usually come in when there is a lot of tourist activity.
What is the best time to trek in Deoriatal Chopta Chandrashila?
Spring and autumn.
Which months is the trek open/close?
- The trek is mostly open all year round.
- The trekking route through Chopta gets closed during winter post December due to heavy snowfall. Thus, the best time to Trek is during spring and autumn upto December.
- It is strongly recommended against trekking in the winters.
What peaks and glaciers are visible?
- In autumn, you get the most stunning views of the Garhwal Himalayas.
- Chandrashila offers splendid views of the majestic Himalayan peaks including Kedar Dome, Chaukhamba, Nanda Devi, Trishul, Nanda Ghunti, Kamet, Gangotri Ranges & more.
What is the history and heritage of the Trek?
- The trek is very popular for the 1000 year old temple in Tungnath which is the highest shrine of lord Shiva
- It is believed that Devas (Gods) bathed in this lake and hence the name Deoriatal
- Some say that was the place from where the mighty Pandavas of the Epic Mahabharata were asked queries by Yaksha
- The lake is also believed to be the “Indra Sarovar” referred to in the puranas by wandering Sadhus, elf.
- Chandrashila is one of the few treks that can also be climbed in the winter months
Where will you find last ATM?
Ukhimath is where you’ll find the last ATM
Where will you lose network coverage?
- All network signals along with the internet are available at Sari village and Deoriatal (sometimes sketchy).
- At Chopta, signals remain sketchy most of the time. Sometimes Airtel and BSNL work.
Will you find electricity?
Electricity is luckily available at base camp Sari.
Where can you fine the nearest Hospital and information for emergencies?
Ukhimath is the nearest hospital. Ukhimath is almost an hour’s drive from Baniyakund.
What is the best time to do the trek and how is the weather?
What are the top highlights of the trek.
- Transport support from Dehradun to Dehradun
- Pick-up location: Prince Chowk, near Dehradun Railway Station Pick-up Time: Around 7:30 am
- All vegetarian meals starting from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on the last day
- Professional Guide, Cook and Support staff
- First-Aid kit with Oximeter and Portable Oxygen Cylinder
- Kitchen tents, common tents, toilet tents with portable toilet seats
- Rent for camping equipment like Clean sleeping bags and foam mattresses, Good quality ‘A’ shaped or dome tents, Camping stools, Table and Crampons and gaiters if required
- Forest entry charges for Indian nationals (Additional charges will be applicable for international tourists)
- Porter and mule support to carry camping equipment and NOT personal luggage
- Accommodation throughout the trek on a triple-sharing basis
- Guesthouse accommodation on the first and second last day on a triple-sharing basis
- All applicable taxes
- Your designated hotels may not reopen by the time you reach there. While we are making alternate arrangements, do understand that things may not be as “tip-top” as our designated hotels.
- The gurudwara, Hemkund Sahib may not be open. While we are trying to take permission to go to Hemkund Sahib, if it does not happen, then do understand that the pandemic has put restrictions beyond our control.
- Personal expenses like tips, personal medicines, phone calls etc.
- Any transport support during the trek apart from what is included above
- Any cost or services not mentioned in the Inclusions
- Accommodation in Dehradun
- Adventure Insurance
- Cost arising due to unforeseen incidents like bad weather, medical evacuation, roadblocks etc
- Porter and mule support to carry personal Luggage can be arranged at an additional cost of INR 350 per bag per day (weighing up to 12 kg)
- Please carry a lunch box for packed lunch/breakfast to avoid using polythenes and Aluminium foils. Keeping the Himalayas clean is our own responsibility. Reduce the use of Plastic when you are in the abode of the Sacred Himalaya. 🌱
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Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek
Deoria tal - chandrashila trek.
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Reviews (2), things to take, available dates, include / exclude, deoriatal chandrashila trek a divine lake in chopta surrounded by several mountains.
Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek in the region of Uttarakhand named Chopta. Deoriatal is surrounded by snow-covered mountains and is in the lush green woods, this place is highly rich in Flora and Fauna.
You can get panorama views from here which are extremely beautiful, it is hard to find panorama views from places.
You can see these groups of mountains from Deoriatal – Chaukhamba, Bandarpoonch , Kedar range Kala Nag and Neel Kantha. It is believed that Bheema built this lake and many Devas have bathed in this lake which makes this lake placid.
The view here is even more interesting with the passage of time when you will find that you are in the lap of a Himalayan and you are surrounded by beautiful trees and flowers of the beautiful sixth part of the forest and small little ones. The waterfalls are going to pull you further; here you will be overwhelmed by the sight of the wild birds of different species and Monaal, the state bird of Uttarakhand, which makes this trek different from all treks.
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The trail further goes to Tungnath and Chandrashila
As you will move forward, you will have different beauty every day, you may have never seen. From Deoriatal further, you can go to Tungnath and Chandrashila, it is the summit of Tunganath. Meaning of Chandrashila is “Moon Rock”. It is one of the popular trek in Uttarakhand.
You will go through a thick dense forest covered with Rhododendron trees, the trail is beautiful you can see flowers blooming all around and in winters it gets covered by snow, there is the number of species of birds in the woods, you can spot a variety of birds there.
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Best views Beauty from Tungnath and Chandrashila Summit
When you turn to Chopta Bugyal from Baniya Kund Camp and you will see Chopta Bugyal which is decorated with beautiful and velvety grass, These parts are amazing of this trek, till now you were trekking in the village and the forest, now you are moving towards Chopta Bugyal and Bhagwan Tungnath and Maa Chandrashila Peak, from where you will be able to see how beautiful the Himalayas really are,
When you are at the Chandrashila Summit, you will be able to see the beautiful Himalayas at 360 degrees view with your eyes, you will see that your four and snow-covered peaks, which are the highest peaks of India. Like
Nanda Devi Peak , whose height is 7,816, Meters it is the tallest peak in India, and it has got the title of the 23rd highest peak in the world, it is in Uttarakhand,
Nanda Ghunti Peak 6,309 meter high Mountain in Garhwal Himalayas, India. Here comes the peak Nanda Devi Sanctuary, it is said that this mountain was first surveyed by T. G. Long staff in 1907. Eric Shipton surveyed it from the west in 1931 which is a history in itself
Mt Kamet Expedition is surprisingly located where India, Nepal, and Tibet meet in the Chamoli district of Garhwal Himalayas at an altitude of 7,756 m.
Dunagiri Peak whose height (7,066 m) is one of the high peaks of the Chamoli District of Uttarakhand Himalayas.
There are other famous mountains like ( Mount Chaukhamba 6137 Meters), (Kedar Dome 6940, Meters) (Kedarnath Peak), (Mount Thalisagar Peak, (Gangotri Group 1,2,3), and more to see! It is in the beautiful places of Uttarakhand, which is a 360-degree view of all the highest mountains of India, to see people come from all over the country and the country, that is why it is seen from the Chandrashila Peak trek.
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Why Tungnath Temple is special in Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek?
One special thing is that when we ask for something from God, we are very happy, you get rest, you go on a trek, but when you do this trek, pool, forest, flowers, grass fields, Wild Bird Mountain, and along with I have seen Lord Shiva, then you have done the work of your soul. Understand that Tungnath temple is considered not only in India but one of the highest Shiva temples in the world Altitude is 3,680 mand Lord Shiva Rudraprayag in the Indian state of Uttarakhand. The Chopta of the district is inhabited, which is known as the Tungnath Temple. This temple is built by Lord Sri Sankaracharya, it is the tallest of the five Panch Kedar temples in this mountain range. Tungnath Bhagwan Mountain connects the Mandakini and Alaknanda river valleys, Lord Shiva is worshiped here and it is known in a special place, where God is worshiped for 6 months. Lord III Kedar, Lord Tungnath’s kapatas are closed for the winter on 6 November and after that it is worshiped in Guptkashi.
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What other options can Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek have?
If you want to do more trek with us which is from Level around Brahmatal , here are some more hidden gems in the Himalayas similar to Brahmatal – Kedarkantha , Dayara Bugyal, Dodital, Phulara Ridge Trek , Rupin Supin trek and Vijay Top , Kedarkantha, Kuari pass, Har Ki Dun Trek. These are one of the treks we discovered.
Best Time to Do Chopta, Tungnath and ChandrashilaTrek
Deoriatal, Chandrashila trek is a very beautiful and an Easy trek in the Uttarakhand Himalayas, The Nag Deoriatal, Chandrashila trek is great for those people who have a great passion for mountaineering and consider it a special purpose in their life. Deoriatal, Chandrashila trek is such a trek where you get to see more than one Himalayan mountain range. Deoriatal, Chandrashila trek Trek is very important for those people who have holidays only on weekends 4 to 5 Days from Dehradun to Dehradun.
We are the local people in uttarakhand who are doing this trek for years, we have every experience related to this trek.
You can do Deoriatal, Chandrashila trek Trek throughout the year, For those who like summer treks, they can go summer and winter treks are a very good time for those who want to see snow. and live snow fall,
Deoriatal, Chopta, Chandrashila trek Trek is also a good trek for Monsoon trek at that time there are flowers and green greenery which makes the trek very memorable.
The Deoriatal, Chandrashila trek starts from Sari village Chopta, Village in Uttarakhand which comes in Garhwal rudraprayag district
During the day the temperature of Deoriatal, Chandrashila trek is around ( 08°C to 20 °C and during the night the temperature comes down to 05 °C to 10 °C which is not bad.
You will never consider yourself boring in Deoriatal, Chandrashila trek, this trek can give you nothing but joy, You will get to see the Garhwali culture in this trek which will always keep you connected towards the mountain. Himalayas.
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How Difficult is Deoriatal, Chandrashila trek
Deoriatal, Chandrashila trek is Easy trek , this trek comes in a Easy or moderate level, Chopta, Deoriatal, tungnath, Chandrashila trek is climbing while going, and when Tungnath,Chandrashila trek comes back from summit, it is completely down trek
When you go on this trek, you will not even know when you have reached the camp, the beautiful view and the beautiful hills all around will continue to delight you.
Deoriatal, Chandrashila trek safe for me ?
Yes Deoriatal, Chandrashila trek is a safe trek if you are going with a good trekking team which you must know before booking yourself, It is important for you to know that the bow trekking organization with which we are going is right or not,
And if possible, trek with local trekking organization in Uttarakhand , you can do the same help all the time. then your trek can be very good and memorable
The minimum age required to trek Deoriatal, Chandrashila trek is 6 years and maximum 65 years. The rest depends on your fitness .
Brief Details of Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek
Proper conditioning & training of body required
Need proper gear & clothing for sub-zero temperature?
Shoes are the single most important equipment.
High Altitude requires proper acclimatization.
But it is necessary to be fit to do this trek
And you can do this trek in the year; these are the plan for both summer and winter,
For Winter Trek, I think it is necessary for people from 8 years to 55 years
This trek will be a relief and joy for the first time visitors. This trek will increase new energy and confidence in you
Winter & Post monsoon or pre-monsoon is the best time. During rains, the region is prone to landslides.
Beautiful landscapes so carry good photo gear & Extra battery backup.
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Altitude we are going to cover in Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek
Sari Village – Altitude 2,012, meters
Deoriatal – Altitude 2,390, meters
Tungnath – Altitude 3,680 meters
Chandrashila Peak – Altitude 3,683 meters
Key Points of Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek
Duration: – 4 Nights 5 Days from Haridwar to Haridwar
Deoriatal Chandrashila trek Costs- Per Person Rs. 8,500/- from haridwar to haridwar
Base camp: – Sari Village
Summer Temperature: – Day (5°C to 17°C) Night (2° C to 10° C)
Winter Temperature: – Day (-1°C to -5° C) Night (-5°C to -12°C)
Best Time: – I can go through the whole year
Trek Level: – Easy-Moderate
Trek distance: – On foot 27 Km – By taxi 432 km
Group Size: – We will have a minimum group size of 5 people and a maximum 20 people, if someone has to be private for their group, then you will be given a full date.
Group Age – My personal belief is that people can do this trek from a minimum of 6 years to 55 years.
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Why you should choose us ?
We’re local here to give you the greatest experience possible through the eyes of highly skilled and qualified specialists who have a passion for adventure sports. We are community members attempting to promote our favorite adventure sports while also supporting local businesses. We, at Himalayan hikers, dedicate ourselves to providing you with an unforgettable experience.
Himalayan Hikers always make the trek from Trekkers memorable, I insist that you do not face any problem in any trek and you can always have a pleasant experience.
Weather conditions
Weather conditions depend on the time of the year trekkers are travelling. Weather of Deoriatal, Chandrashila trek always changes from time to time, so you can bring clothes for yourself according to the season in which you want to come. If possible, you can inform us about it
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Short Itinerary of Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek
Day 1- Pickup to you from Haridwar or Rishikesh railway station – Drive to Sari Village – 212 Km (8/9 Hours (2,012 Meter) overnight stay Hotel
Day 2 – Trek from Sari village to Deoriatal (03 km) (1/2 Hours) (2,390 meter) overnight stay camp
Day 3 – Trek from Deoriatal to sari same day drive to Chopta via taxi (4/5 Hours) (2,610 Meters) overnight stay camp
Day 4 – Today early morning Trek Chopta to Tungnath Chandrashila summit (3,683 Meter, 12,083 ft) back to Baniya Kund camp (08 km) (6/7 Hours) overnight stay camp
Day 5 – Drive from Baniya Kund to Haridwar via Rishikesh (220 km) (9/10 Hours) you will reach Rishikesh or Haridwar between 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Your Travel plan for Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek in Uttarakhand
You can book trains, air flights, and bus tickets for your journey only according to the information given by us.
The Deoriatal Chopta, chandrashila trek will be of 3 days and 02 days of your journey total of 05 Days from Haridwar to Haridwar
First of all, all the trekkers will have to book their flight and train bus according to our time table as our pick up is from 6 am to 7 am, you will have to reach Haridwar in the morning.
A taxi from Himalayan hikers will link you to Haridwar railway station.
Himalayan Hikers organize transport to Sari village base camp from Haridwar railway station. Our vehicles leave at 6:00 am to 7:00 am sharp from Haridwar.
In Haridwar railway station you will get our staff that will arrange transport for you. The contacts no Transport coordinator or our office team will be give you a week ago to your departure
Please you guys book your transport facility according to your own time table, after Himalayan hackers take all the responsibility of Haridwar to Haridwar, that you will not face any problem.
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How to reach Chopta, Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek
If you are traveling from Kolkata, Bengaluru, Chennai, Pune, Mumbai, or Gujarat any other city, so you will have to come to Delhi, you will get a train from Delhi for Dehradun comfortably.
Option 01: By Train
All trekkers booked yourself the,
Nanda Devi Express to Dehradun (Train no is 12206 Departure 11:30 pm: – Reached Dehradun 5:45
Dehradun Express- to Dehradun (Train no is 12687 Departure -9:10 pm:- Reached Dehradun 5:00 am
Take the both overnight train Dehradun to from new Delhi- Dehradun Special A/C train from Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station the best option to you. The train reached at Dehradun railway station morning 5:45 to 6:30 am if you Meet to Our office Member – joining to our upcoming batches and Group.
Option 02:- By Air
Jolly Grant airport is the nearest airport in Rishikesh or Haridwar . Located about 21 km for the Rishikesh city. There are flights available from all states to Dehradun Airport, you can go online and book your tickets. These are easy and easy ways for you and you also save your time, Taxis are available from the airport to Rishikesh or Haridwar
Option 03:- By Bus
You can reach Haridwar from Delhi by a bus, board it from (Delhi) Kashmiri Gate ISBT; it is good if you are booked the seats.
(Reach Haridwar Railway Station or bus stand between 5:00 am to 6:00 am and vehicle will be arranged from there.)
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What is the distance to reach Chopta Deoriatal, Chandrashila Trek from other state
Delhi to dehradun distance by flight -207 Kms) and Dehradun airport to Chopta 212 kms by Road
Delhi to dehradun distance by train 302 kms ) and Dehradun airport to Chopta 212 kms by Road
Delhi to dehradun distance by bus 249 kms) and Dehradun airport to Chopta 212 kms by Road
Bangalore to dehradun distance by air 1924 kms) (By Train – 2371 kms) and Dehradun airport to Chopta 212 kms by Road
Mumbai to dehradun distance by air 1344 kms) (By Train – 1724 kms ) and Dehradun airport to Chopta 212 kms by Road
kolkata to dehradun distance by air 1518 kms ( By Train – 1694 km) and Dehradun airport to Chopta 212 kms by Road
What is the distance to Deoriatal, Chandrashila Trek on foot
Chopta, Deoriatal, Tungnath temple and Chandrashila Trek Total of Distance on foot – 15 km only.
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ATM Point and Mobile Connectivity in Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek
Before starting the journey to Deorital Chandrashila Trek, make sure that you need payments, and then take out the cash on the way, Sari village base camp no bank and no ATM., Devprayag or Rudraprayag market is the last place where you can withdraw cash from ATM, (If you want to withdraw money then do it in Haridwar or Rishikesh.)
Mobile Connectivity
The phone does not work well on this trek. Therefore, you should ensure that you do not have to make any important calls. . So make sure you finish all your important work and calls before starting the trek. Last Sari village, your device will receive good networks.
Day 1- Pickup to you from Haridwar to Sari village
Total distance 212 km – 8/9 Hours journey
Mode of the journey – By taxi
Altitude – Sari village – 2,012Meters
Night stay – Hotel/ homestay – on a twin share basis
Our vehicle picks you up from Haridwar/Rishikesh and en routes to Sari village. You will have your breakfast in Rishikesh/ Shivpuri at 8:30 am and lunch around 1:30 pm on the way.
The drive is about 8 hours’. The drive is along the rivers like Ganga, Alaknanda, and Mandakini. You pass through Devprayag and the drive is a beautiful one as you are driving along the rivers and beautiful places.
Reach Sari village, Sari has only 100 houses and it is a beautiful small village, if you reach there on time you can go to the village and have a glimpse of the local life of villagers and their traditional values, you can talk to them and know about how they work for their livelihood as a life of people living in mountains is very different. There are paddy fields in this village, explore this area if you want or you can rest in your tents. Dinner and overnight stay in the hotel.
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Day 2- Trek from Sari village to Deoriatal
Total distance 03 km – 1/2 Hours journey
Mode of the journey – On foot
Altitude – Deoriatal –2,390 Meters
Night stay – Camp – on a twin share basis
Start your trek after having breakfast, the trail from Sari is well defined, it is maintained and is made up by rocks when you go further you can see some houses and a temple on the way.
After some time the trail will get steep and when you go higher you can have a glance of Chandrashila Peak and tungnath temple as the forest is cleared. As you go higher on the mountain you will see a Hawa Ghar made up by the forest department, so that people going higher can relax there and can enjoy the views from there so you can rest there for some-time and relish the beauty of that place.
Now, the trail is covered by Rhododendrons and Maple trees, walk under the shade of trees, continue walking, you will get some valley views as you come nearer to your destination. Walk downhill and you will reach Deoria Tal, you can see the flowers blooming, birds chirping as there are a variety of Himalayan birds there. Alluring greenery will relax your mind.
Explore Deoria Tal, this place offers a majestic panorama view of mountains, you can see Mt. Chaukhamba in the background. Set up your tents beside Deoria Tal have hot lunch and enjoy Dinner and night stay in tents.
Day 3 – Trek from Deoriatal to Sari village same day drive to Chopta via Rohini Bugyal
Total distance -3 km –and 20 km via taxi 5/6 Hours journey
Altitude – Syalmi – 2,350 Meters
Night stay –Camp – on a twin share basis
Chopta camp is surrounded by forest and meadows and there are lush green woods and this place offers enthralling views of Himalayan ranges, it attracts people and it is base of treks like Chopta and Chandrashila.
Start your trek, you will be walking through a forest of Rhododendrons and Maple, the forest is beautiful, there are fallen leaves on the trail which makes the sound when you walk over them, Chaukhmba peaks and Kedar Dome can be seen through the trees. When you come to an end of the forest from there you can see Chandrashila Peak in front of you.
Ascent ahead and you will get both side valley views, further is JhandiDhar at the top of the ridge and from there you can get the panorama views. Then descent to forest ridge you can easily come downhill, the Chopta forest is dense and animals thrive in this region. You will spot many birds on the way. One way goes to Chopta and RohiniBugyal, go on that trail, and climb higher when forest ends you will see Chandrashila peak welcoming you in front. Now, you have to cross the second forest ridge.
Continue your trek re-enter a forest and after ascending RohiniBugyal is a few minutes away, it is a meadow with blooming flowers and some enchanting views, this place is picturesque. Kedardome and Kala Parvat peaks are visible from here. Now, cross Rohini Bugyal ridge and get on the trail of Chopta. Keep going on that trail when you go higher the valley views get better then you come to a meadow where you can see huts from there Chopta campsite isn’t far. Reach there it is a beautiful place for camping, place your camps there and enjoy dinner and overnight stay in tents.
Day 4- Trek from Chopta to Tungnath and Chandrashila (12,083 feet) then back to Chopta camp
Total distance -08 km – 6/7 Hours journey
Altitude – Cahndrashila –3,683 Meters
Today all of us ready for 4:30 am for Chopta to Tungnath Chandrashilla Summit the trail is cemented but the climb is steep, Tungnath is 3 km away from Baniya kund camp and you will get 3 km cemented trail to reach there. On the way, you will see an open temple, from here Chandrashila Peak and Tungnath temple will be visible.
Tungnath is half kilometers away from here and Chandrashila Peak is 1.5metres away from the temple and the climb is very steep. Continue walking on the cemented trail there are bends completely the last bend and you will reach Tungnath temple. It is the only temple which is located at this much height, it is one of the PanchKedar’s and this place is steeped in mythology, this makes this trek more interesting.
Now, climb to Chandrashila it is a gradual ascent, it will take 1 hour to reach there, but when you reach there you will get a panorama view of the mountains of Kumaon and Garhwal. Some extremely beautiful mountains are visible from the top they are- Gangotri ranges, Jahankut, Chaukhamba, Kedardome, Dunagiri, and many more ranges, they look so beautiful all together that it becomes tough to get eyes off from them.
There is one more Lord Shiva’s temple which was built by Rama. Now, trek back to Chopta from the same route. It will take less time to descend.
Day 5: Drive Chopta to Haridwar via Rishikesh
Total distance -220 km – 9/10 Hours journey
Mode of the journey – By Taxi
Today after breakfast Drive from Chopta camp to Haridwar via Rishikesh, you will reach Rishikesh 5:45 pm to 6:00 pm or Haridwar between 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm.
Mandatory Documents
Please carry the documents given below.
Original and photocopy of government photo identity card- (Aadhar Card, Driving License, Voters ID, etc, Passport and Visa important to foreigners Medical Certificate (First part should be filled by the Doctor and Second part by the Trekker) Declaration Certificates
Note: – Many trekkers commit the same mistake of carrying unnecessary items on a trek which only makes the backpack heavy. It is important to know the right items to carry. It differs from season to season if you are trekking in summers then carry less layers of warm clothing and if you are trekking in winters carry enough layers to protect yourself against chilly cold.
Necessary Items for trekkers
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Backpack (50 to 60 liters) A strongly built backpack with good support is compulsory for a trek. (Rain cover is important)
Sturdy Trekking Shoes The shoes should be strong enough with good support. The people ask if sports shoes would be comfortable but it is good to bring the right trekking shoes.
The Clothes You Should Bring On a Trek Avoid keeping extra clothes because it only makes you backpack heavy.
Trek Pants – The jeans are never suitable for a trek so you need at least 2-3 trek pants for treks carry more for longer treks.
Jacket – Jackets are very important to carry on a trek it protects you against the chilly weather. So carry 2 jackets on a week long trek.
Layers of warm Clothing Carry warm woolen layers or fleece. Carry more layers during winter season (at least 2 to 3) and less during summer.
Thermals – The Temperature decreases at night so you might be need thermals for Night.
T- Shirts – Bring those t shirts which dry fast.
Poncho –They are needed if you are trekking on a Rainy day to keep you dry.
Hiking Pole
Water Bottle 2
Cap or Balaclava
Woolen and Waterproof Gloves
Socks (Woolen and Regular)
Torch head light
Personal Toiletry Items – (toothpaste, toothbrush, toilet paper, sanitizer etc.)
Carry Personal Medical Kit
Personal Medical Kit (Carry minimum 5 tablets and maximum 10)
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Diamox – (Prevents altitude sickness)
Digene – (It cures discomfort in stomach, acidity)
Crocin Advance – (Cures fever and headache)
Aspirin/Combiflam – (Pain reliever)
Disprin – (Cures headache)
Avomine – (Prevents motion sickness)
Avil – (It treat allergies)
Norflox TZ & Lomofen – (Prevents Diarrhoea)
Ranitidine – (Reduces the amount of acid in stomach)
Volini/Moov spray – (For sprains)
Betadine/Savlon – (Antiseptic cream)
Stretchable/Elastic bandage
Note:- Use medicines only when prescribed by the doctor. In case you face any problem during your trek, discuss and take advice from the Professional guide.
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What is Included In This Trek?
Transport Facility- Haridwar to Haridwar/ Rishikesh
Forest Permit and entrance fee
Accommodation in swiss tents on twin share basis
All meals: breakfast, packed lunch, tea, coffee, snacks, soup and dinner
Radio Walkie Talkie for Communication
Good Experience Trek Leader guide and Technical guide
Medical Kit
Oxygen Cylinders
Crampons and Gaiters
What is Not Include In This Trek?
Personal Insurance
Medical Certificate
Personal toiletry Items and Personal Medicine kit
On first day En Route to base camp the Breakfast and Lunch are Not Included
Last Day En Route Lunch and Dinner are Not Included
2 reviews for Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek
nivedita raman – January 9, 2024
I am looking forward to hike DEORIATAL CHANDRASHILA over 3 days of hiking with 2 days of driving. Can you get in touch with me on Wataspp for further details. Also i want to hike the entire trek instead of driving to Chopta.
Himalayan Hikers – January 10, 2024
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Kanchan Singh – September 27, 2021
Is der any fix departure on14 th oct
Himalayan Hikers – October 6, 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why should i go for deoriatal chandrashila trek.
If climbing the summit of a mountain, enjoying the beauty of a high-altitude lake, and witnessing most of the highest Himalayan peaks are on your bucket list, then you should definitely start preparing and packing for the Chopta Chandrashila Deoria Tal Lake. This trek will enable you to behold the captivating beauty of the spectacular Deoria Tal, situated at the height of 2438 meters and nestled within lush, green pastures, rhododendron forests and snow-clad mountain systems. The Chaukhamba Massif starts from the edges of the Deoria Tal, and Mount Chaukhamba, at 7138 meters, is a sight to behold! From the Chandrashila summit, you will get a bewildering view of all the highest peaks of the Greater Himalayas- Jaunli, Mt. Thalay Sagar, Mt. Jogin, Mt. Nanda Devi, Mt. Trishul, Mt. Nanda Ghunti, Chaukhamba I, II, III, IV, Kedarnath and Kedar Dome, Sumeru Parbat, Mandani Parbat, etc. Apart from all these obvious offerings, you have the chance to encounter several bird species and record their enchanting beauty with your cameras.
What are the important considerations for Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek?
Though the Chopta Chandrashila Deoria Tal Trek is a high-altitude one, it remains open for hikers for almost six months and more. The pre-monsoon/spring season-spanning mid-March to April is preferred by hikers since the snow starts receding and the pastures, thickets, and rhododendron woods start bearing bright colors of spring! The next exciting season to trek the Chandrashila Deoria Tal region is post-monsoon/autumn that spans from late September to early December. The skies are cleared of the monsoon haze and the rain-bearing clouds, and you can get the most amazing views of nature. It is the best time for photographers and photography enthusiasts because the clear blue skies and the pleasant weather conditions make it favorable for you to capture the best photographs of the Himalayan peaks and the wildlife. But one of the best parts about the Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek is that you can embark on this adventure during the winter season as well! You can plan your experience during the onset of December when it just starts snowing, and the snow cover is not too thick to block the trail. On the other hand, you should not try to embark on this journey during the peak winter months of January because the area receives massive snowfall and is often cut out from the rest of the state. Driving becomes challenging as the roads are highly susceptible to verglas. The trek is ideal for small groups. Follow your guide's instructions, be respectful towards the local culture, and embrace the beauty of nature and wildlife. This crossover trail through the forest is relatively easy and suited for beginners and amateur hikers without prior high-altitude adventure experience. If you plan your travel with a tour operator or an agency, you need not worry about campsites and accommodations. But if you are traveling in a small group, you can rent the camping and trekking equipment with some additional expenses. Besides, if you consider offloading, you can hire a porter at just USD 8 (INR 600) or less per day to carry personal belongings on the trek, not weighing more than 10 kgs. People with heart diseases and breathing issues are not advised to take part in this trek. Since this trek is graded easy to moderate, you can just maintain adequate physical and mental fitness and embark on the journey. The terrain is not so challenging, but the elevation is quite high, starting from the Deoria Tal lake at 2438 meters to the Chandrashila Peak at 3690 meters. The trek distance is 30 kilometers and can be covered in approximately five days. Your gear guide and checklist should contain warm clothes like thermal inners, extra pairs of socks and underwear, quick-dry hiking pants, fleece jacket, woollen sweaters, a heavy down jacket, poncho, balaclava, suncap, sunglasses, synthetic and woollen gloves, etc. Apart from these, your trekking essentials should contain a backpack and daypack with rain cover, sturdy hiking boots, well-made walking sticks, toiletries like biodegradable soaps, excess toilet paper, and wet wipes sunscreen, lip balm, moisturizer, quick-dry towels, etc. Carry your own water bottles to avoid littering the Himalayas with disposable plastic.
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Have you ever wondered how it feels to be on top of the world and witness all the major peaks in all their glory? Even if you are a beginner who is just trying out his hand at high-altitude expeditions, you can embark on a particular adventure set in the Himalayas that will bring you face-to-face with such a feeling.
Uttarakhand is indeed a treasure trove when it comes to high-altitude adventures. There are countless adventures, each unique in its own way. The Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek , which can be considered one of a kind, offers an unforeseen vista full of mountainous wonders. To the seasoned explorer, this incredible summit climb with its flurry of picturesque views is a reason to return to the Chopta Chandrashila Deoria Tal Trek time and again. To the uninitiated, this adventure holds a tremendous allure and all the unexplored wonders of the world, which will beckon them to embark on this journey of a lifetime.
Without much ado, let us start learning about the highly-rewarding Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek .
The spectacular panorama of Himalayan peaks:
After summiting the Chandrashila (3690 meters), every trekker is greeted with a rich vista that contains some of the mightiest peaks of the Himalayan ranges. The captivating views of the peaks across eastern and western Uttarakhand are meant to blow every adventurer’s mind away!
From the Chandrashila summit, the spectacular sight of all the seven-thousanders is distinctly visible. Starting from Mount Chaukhamba I, II, III, IV, Mount Kedarnath and Kedar Dome, Mount Nanda Devi, Mount Jogin, Mount Thalaysagar, Mount Trishul, Mount Nanda Ghunti, Mandani Parbat, Bhagirathi I, to Mount Jaunli, Sumeru Parbat, Dronagiri, Hathi-Ghodi - every mighty Himalayan peak steeped in the ancient Indian mythology appears before your eyes.
This sight is naturally a bit too much for people attempting the Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek for the first time in their lives. Witnessing all these peaks at once from a great vantage point is indeed an experience to cherish for a lifetime. The view all-around is tailor-made for dedicated shutterbugs, yet they can never have enough of this visual splendor.
The trail speckled with fantastic flora and fauna:
Your eyes will never be tired when treated to a feast of floral extravaganza on the Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek. Akin to the Goechala Trek, the Deoria Tal Trek has a trail bathed in red, scarlet, and pink hues. Rhododendrons bloom in vivid colors and cover the trail with their vibrance throughout spring. The sheer density of rhododendrons renders parts near Chopta totally red, and these striking features are missing in other treks of Uttarakhand.
Springtime and the chirping of birds are a couple of things that characterize the trail of the Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek. Considered one of the best Himalayan treks for bird watching, the trail features at least 30 to 40 avian species.
The thick forests of oak, pine, and maple in the Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary make it one of the most ideal locations for birds to thrive in abundance. Hence, you will spot diverse avian species like the Himalayan Monal, the Himalayan Woodpecker, Snow Partridge, Ashy-throated Warbler, Bar-throated Siva, Bar-tailed Treecreeper, Alpine Accentor, Black-headed Jay, Black-crested Tit, Black Bulbul, and several others.
A fusion pot of natural splendors:
The Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek is a fusion pot of every natural splendor that you can expect to encounter in the Himalayas. From moss-covered forestry trails through the Kedarnath Musk Deer Sanctuary to finding the clearings in the middle of these thickets to camp for the night, the course offers a myriad of experiences.
Devaria Tal or Deoria Tal is a pristine lake situated at the height of 2438 meters which blesses the tourists with fantastic reflections of the Chaukhamba Massif, which towers from the shores of the emerald-watered lake. You can also discover local settlements and colorful pastures while on your way to the Chandrashila summit. All in all, the trek boasts of a bustling ecosystem amid a rich landscape.
Cultural significance of the trek:
The Chopta Chandrashila Deoriatal Trek is full of popular activities like trekking, bird watching, camping, etc. However, village tourism has evolved tremendously as a popular activity on this trek. Sari village is the last village inhabited by local settlers before the trek starts. Curious tourists walk around the village and interact with the locals to learn about their customs, culture, and way of life. Since the people are warm and hospitable, you can quell your thirst to learn about the ancient Himalayan culture that has shaped the lives of local tribes such as these.
Overview of the Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek:
The Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek is entirely located within the Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary in Uttarakhand. Almost 975 sq km of forest cover of the Kedarnath Musk Deer Sanctuary covers the entire trail. The starting point of the trek is Sari village, located 12 km from Ukhimath town in Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand.
Chopta Chandrashila Deoriatal Trek cost:
The Chopta Chandrashila Deoriatal Trek cost varies between USD 100- 127 (INR 7500-9500) per head. However, the trek cost is likely to change slightly depending on the trekking agency or tour operator with whom you are signing up for the adventure. Ideally, the cost includes the cost of the accommodations during the trek, meals, cost of required permits and entry fees, cost of the porter and mules for carrying your luggage, charges of the professional trek leader/guide, etc.
However, if you are traveling with a small group all by yourselves, renting the camping and trekking equipment will be the wisest decision to make, provided you do not own them already. You can even hire a porter at USD 8 (INR 600) per day to carry your personal belongings, not weighing more than 10 kgs.
Cell phone network and ATM options:
The Chopta Chandrashila Deoriatal Trek entirely takes place within the Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary. Hence, it is impossible to get cell phone connectivity at any point on the trail. However, weak signals of BSNL and Airtel are available at Sari village, the last village that marks the starting point of the trek to Deoria Tal and Chandrashila peak. So it is advised that you should finish your important phone calls at this village before you set foot on the actual trail.
The last working ATM is available at Ukhimath - a town in the Rudraprayag district, approximately 12 km from the Sari village. So you should withdraw sufficient cash from this point as most of the transactions during your trek will happen via cash only.
How difficult is the Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek?
The Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek is graded easy to moderate by experienced trekkers and high-altitude adventurers. Hence, a beginner can undertake the trek if they have sufficient guidance and are appreciably fit.
Although primarily easy, certain portions within the trek amp up the challenges and give it the tag of a moderately difficult trek. The trek starts at 2438 meters and ends atop the Chandrashila summit at 3690 meters. The high altitude increases the difficulty level and makes it essential to follow a fitness regime before you embark on the trek.
Apart from the high altitude, the trek distance on particular days could seem long and exhausting if you are not appreciably fit. Although the total trek distance is just 30 km, you have to cover 8-10 km on certain days, and it elevates the risk.
Apart from this, the summit day is challenging during the winter months of December to February. During this time, you will find a lot of snow on the trail from Tungnath to Chandrashila, and you should be extremely careful while climbing to the Chandrashila Top.
Best time to visit the Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek:
The Chopta Chandrashila Deoriatal Trek remains open to trekkers and adventure enthusiasts for more than six months each year. The entire trail is adorned in various hues depending on the seasons, and those with a passion for photography should choose according to their preference of aesthetics.
Spring (mid-March to mid-April)
Spring or pre-monsoon is one of the most popular times to embark on the Deoriatal Trek. This season spans from mid-March to mid-April and is characterized by receding snow and blooming rhododendrons that color the entire trail pink, red and scarlet.
Autumn (late September to early December)
Post-monsoon or Autumn is one of the best seasons to set foot on this enchanting trail. Since the skies are clear and there is no sign of monsoon haze or rain-bearing clouds, you can get superb natural views. This period from late September to the end of November features clear blue skies and pleasant weather conditions. Hence, it is the best time for shutterbugs to capture the natural splendor, a panorama of Himalayan peaks, and vibrant wildlife on this trail.
Winter (early December)
Although the Chopta Chandrashila Deoriatal Trek is accessible during winter and counted as one of India’s best winter solo treks, it is not advisable to set foot on the trail during peak winter. The peak winter month of January is characterized by heavy snowfall, which often breaks off the connection of this region with the rest of Uttarakhand. Since the roads are highly susceptible to verglas, driving becomes challenging during this season, reducing transportation options.
However, you can definitely aim to complete this adventure successfully if you are traveling just before the onset of December or during the start of December. The snow is just enough to give you the festive, Christmas-y feeling but not enough to block the trail.
Gear guide and checklist for the trek to Deoriatal Chandrashila:
Although you should pack exhaustively for the Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek to prepare for every eventuality, the trick to packing is similar to that of every other high-altitude Himalayan trek. You should pack lightly, or it could significantly mar the delight of your trek if you are unable to procure any offloading options or porters and mules.
Your apparel should be adequate to protect you against unprecedented and extreme weather conditions while you are en route. However, you should also emphasize being comfy on the trek. Your apparel should be ideal for balancing the above scenarios.
Carry two full-sleeve, non-cotton t-shirts, one fleece t-shirt, a woolen sweater or a fleece jacket, a down feather jacket, wind and waterproof jacket, thermal inners for both the halves, two synthetic trek pants, a waterproof pant cover, copious amounts of underwear, and a poncho for protection against unexpected downpours. Keep a pair of waterproof gloves and another pair of fleece/woolen gloves handy.
When it comes to headgear, your priority should be protecting your face and head against wind chills as well as preventing snow-blindness. UV-protected sunglasses, a sun cap, a woolen cap, a balaclava, and a neck gaiter or woolen muffler should comprise your headgear essentials.
You should always mind your step while on the trail. The mountainous topography is highly different from plain lands, and hence there could be a risk of injury if you are not careful. Additionally, you should emphasize your footwear as protecting your feet and preventing any damage, shock, or stress will ensure a satisfactory trekking experience.
Focus on buying a pair of superlative trekking shoes. Notice minute details like waterproof features, good grip, and a high ankle. Remember that you will have a pretty exhausting summit climb to the Chandrashila Top. If it is during winter, the trail will be covered with a lot of snow. Therefore, you should choose trekking shoes with microspikes that will help you tread easily over the snow.
Carrying a pair of flip-flops is optional. However, you should take at least three pairs of woolen socks and five pairs of cotton socks. You can also kit up with a gaiter to prevent the entry of pebbles and rocks inside your shoes.
Basic trekking gear:
Carry a backpack (50-60 liters) with a rain cover and comfortable shoulder straps. If you consider offloading or hiring a porter and a mule, you should carry a daypack (20-30 liter) with rain cover. You can carry a sleeping bag to prevent heat loss from your body while asleep at night in frigid cold conditions. If you are traveling all by yourself, consider carrying the camping equipment too.
Other accessories:
Carry a sturdy, well-made walking stick, a head torch with extra batteries, a power bank, charger, a couple of one-liter water bottles or a hydration pack, etc. Carry a few old newspapers and a zip-lock pouch to protect your electronic gadgets during rainfall and carry disposable items back with you. Consider carrying dry fruits and nuts, energy bars, and ORS as snacks that will give you instant energy during the hikes and climbs.
Toiletries and hygiene essentials:
Maintaining personal hygiene becomes highly important when you are part of a high-altitude adventure like the Chopta Chandrashila Deoriatal Trek.
Carry toothpaste, toothbrush, moisturizer, sunscreen, lip balm, biodegradable soap, hand sanitizer, antibacterial powder, toilet paper, tissue roll, wet wipes, and a quick-dry towel. Women should be careful of their menstrual hygiene and carry sanitary napkins or tampons, or menstrual cups. However, a zip lock pouch to collect and store all the menstrual hygiene products to dispose of them later is required.
First-aid and personal medications:
Your first-aid kit should contain everything to offer primary treatment if any unprecedented event, injury, or accident occurs. It should be well-stocked with bandaids, ointments, pain-relieving sprays, crepe bandages, gauze swabs, cotton, betadine, antiseptic liquid, etc.
Carry insect repellents because you will be camping in open space within forests. Also, carry water purification tablets if you are desperate to drink water from any natural source.
Your medical kit should contain antihistamines, paracetamols, antacids, anti-nausea medicines, painkillers, etc.
Essential documents:
If you are an Indian national traveling with a trekking agency or a tour operator, your forest and sanctuary permits will be covered within the trek package. Carry original and multiple photocopies of government-issued photo ID cards and address proof. Also, carry multiple copies of your passport-sized photograph. A foreign national should always keep their passports and visas within reach.
Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek Itinerary:
The Chopta Chandrashila Deoriatal Trek covers a distance of nearly 30 km and stretches for 5-6 days. However, you can throw in an extra day if you want to camp in the wilderness and explore nature’s glory. Follow the itinerary we have recommended below for your ease.
- Day 1: Rishikesh is the nearest hub for the Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek. Aboard a cab from Rishikesh to reach Sari village - the basecamp for the trek. The 190 km distance is ideally covered within 7-8 hours. So, if you are starting early, you can reach Sari by late afternoon/early evening. Sari is the last point for cell phone connectivity so finish all your important calls here.
- Day 2: You start the actual trek by leaving Sari (2000 meters) for Deoria Tal (2438 meters). The trek distance is roughly 3 km and takes nearly 2 hours for you to cover the altitude gain of almost 350-365 meters. You can navigate the trail mixed with ascents and descents and reach Deoria Tal by afternoon if you have started early. Once you have reached there, you can witness the Chaukhamba Massif in all its glory, reflected on the emerald waters of the lake on clear days. Camp at the lakeside and explore the nearby forests for beautiful wildlife.
- Day 3: It is one of the most intensive days of this trail. Wake up early to start the day’s journey from Deoria Tal. The trek to Baniyakund (2610 meters) covers a distance of 16 km and takes 7-8 hours. The trail passes through thickets and then a flurry of small shrines. You first ascend to reach a level land and then go downhill to reach the pastures of Rohini Bugyal. After crossing the pasture, you will come across Chopta village (2608 meters), which can be your resting place for the night. Alternatively, you can set up camp at Baniyakund.
- Day 4: If you stay at Baniyakund, this day will start quite early with you driving for about 3 km to reach Chopta village. From Chopta, you will start on a well-defined concrete bound trail to reach Tungnath (3680 meters). However, the course starts becoming difficult as you take the route behind the Tungnath temple complex as it remains blocked by snow if you are traveling in winter. You need to equip yourself with gaiters and crampons while clearing the route with the help of an ice ax. Once you reach the Chandrashila summit (3690 meters), you will be greeted with an awe-inspiring view of several well-known peaks of the Garhwal and Kumaon Himalayas. It is a sight to behold. You can stay here for some time and soak in the experience. After you are done, you need to descend from Chandrashila Top to reach the Baniyakund campsite. The downhill climb is easy and less time-consuming, as it takes only 3 hours.
- Day 5: You can start the day by tracking back to Chopta village. From the Chopta road head, you can catch a cab and reach Rishikesh by evening.
Getting fit for the Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek:
Although the Chopta Chandrashila Deoriatal Trek is classified as an easy-moderate trek and can be undertaken by beginners, you need to keep yourself in an appreciably good physical condition to complete this trek successfully. The climb to Chandrashila summit is highly taxing and more so during winters.
Therefore, you should spend adequate time building cardiovascular endurance. Start with jogging, running, cycling, swimming, etc., and you can build cardiovascular endurance effectively. Stretching your muscles will help enhance your flexibility, while squats will ensure core and lower body strength.
In addition to your physical fitness, try building your mental fortitude by meditating regularly and practicing holistic therapies like yoga. It will help you stay focused, sharp-witted, and clear-headed throughout the trek and prevent unforeseen circumstances.
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D eoriatal Chandrashila Trek is one of the best short treks in Uttarakhand. The best trek in Spring to mid-summer season. It is an excellent trek for Rhododendron flowers. You will see both the tree type and shrub type Rhododendron trees in this trek. Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek is an easy to moderate level trek. At the start of March, it could be difficult to walk due to heavy snowfall but from April onward it will be an easy trek.
The view of the massive Chaukhamba Peak (7138m) from the Chandrashila Peak (3650m), will leave you speechless. It’s an amazing and photographic view of the upper Himalayas and lower Himalayas from Chandrashila. A real paradise for nature photographers, landscape photographers, and bird photographers. Also, it is the best site for chances to see the beautiful Himalayan Monal (Lophophorus Impejanus).
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May, June, Aug, Sept.
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Base camp for deoriatal chandrashila trek.
Chopta, Rudraprayag District.
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Kathgodam/rishikesh.
- Rauni Bugyal
- Bhujgali Camp Site
- Chandrashila
Day 1: Reach Sari Village Base Camp from Rishikesh
- Distance - 195 Km
- Driving Time - 8 Hrs.
- Altitude - 2002m
You can reach the base camp from Rishikesh within 7-8 hours. You can hire a taxi/cab from Rishikesh, or we can arrange a taxi/cab for 6+ trekkers on a rent share basis or by the trip package.
Well, your journey from Rishikesh to Sari is going to very scenic. Most of the drive route is alongside the river. On this route, you will pass two Prayags (River Confluence), first one is Devprayag, where river Bhagirathi and river Alaknanda meats and originate river Ganga, and the second one is the Rudraprayag, where the river Mandakini confluences with river Alaknanda. From Rudraprayag, you will enter into the Mandakini valley. After a few minutes of drive, you will going to see the first sight of mount Chaukhamba.
Tala village is 11km from Ukhimath(On Ukhimath Chamoli highway). From Tala village, there is another 4km route to Sari village.
Meals: Dinner. Night: Overnight stay in lodge/tents.
Day 2: Sari to Deoriatal
- Distance - 3 Km
- Trekking Time - 2 Hrs.
- Altitude - 2394m
We will start hiking to Deoriatal by morning at 5 o clock. It is a 1.5-hour hike from Sari. By reaching before the sunrise you have the advantage to capture beautiful photographs of Deoriatal in sunrise. we will stay there for a couple of hours and have breakfast there.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Night: Overnight stay in Camps.
Day 3: Deoriatal To Rauni Bugyal to Bhujgali Bugyal campsite
- Distance - 9 Km
- Trekking Time - 4 Hrs.
- Maximum Altitude - 2760m
Hiking from Deoriatal to Rauni bugyal is going to be very adventurous due to ridge walking. Walking on the top side of the mountain is very exciting. We will stay at Rauni bugyal or Bhujgali bugyal as per permission from the forest department.
Day 4: Bhujgali Campsite to Chandrashila and back
- Distance - 8 Km
- Trekking Time - 6 Hrs.
- Maximum Altitude - 3650m
- Altitude Gain - 835m
We will start hiking as early as possible because we don’t want to miss sunrise from the Chandrashila peak. Capture the best moment of your life from the heavenly beautiful place. Today we will stay at Chopta campsite.
Day 5: Chopta to Rishikesh
- Distance - 215 Km
- Driving Time - 9 Hrs.
Now it’s time to say bye to Chopta with lifetime memories and promise to come back again.
Meals: Breakfast. Night: Nill.
Cost Includes
- Accommodation Hotel/ Guesthouse/ Tents
- Meals as per itinerary
- Safety Equipment (oxygen cylinder, first ad...)
- Tour Guide.
- Trekking Gears like Crampons, Gaiters (If needed).
- Forest entry charges, permits & camping fee.
Cost Excludes
- Porter/Mule charges for carrying personal luggage.
- Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, roadblocks, bad. Weather, etc.
- Trekking Gears like poncho, poles etc.
- Travel Insurance.
Things to carry
- Waterproof Trekking Shoes
- Woolen/Cotton Socks (Thick) - 3-4 Pairs
- Woolen sweater ( warm & Light )
- Jacket/Windcheater
- Trek Pants/Lower - 2 units
- Thermal wears - 2 pairs
- Full Cotton T-shirts - 2-3 units
- Inner wears - 2-3 Pairs
- Warm woolen shawl ( Thin & Light )
- Water Proof Rucksack ( 30-60 liter )
- Rain coat/Poncho
- Rain cover for your bag
- Portable Tourch/Headlamp
- Water Bottle
- Winter Moisturizer Cream
- Sunscreen Lotion
- First Ad Kit ( ORS, AMS tablets, Band Ad, Pain Relief Spray, Coldarin, etc.)
Is Sari village connected with roads?
Yes! It is well connected with roads and transport. There are direct buses/taxies available for Ukhimath from Rishikesh, from Ukhimath you can get shared taxies for Tala village.
Is there any legend connected with Chandrashila Peak?
According to one such legend, this is the place where Lord Rama meditated after defeating the demon-king Ravana. Another legend says that moon-god Chandra spent time here in penance( Source: Wikipedia ).
What is the altitude of the Chandrashila Peak in feets?
The altitude of Chandrashila peak is around 12000ft (3650m).
What is the trek length from Chopta to the Tungnath Temple?
It is a 3.5km trek from Chopta to Tungnath Temple.
What is the trek length from Tungnath Temple to the Chandrashila Peak?
It is a 1.5km trek from Tungnath Temple to the Chandrashila.
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Tungnath Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek Itinerary and details (FAQs answered)
Treks & hikes , Uttarakhand
Last Updated on: Aug 22, 2019
About this blog: We always wanted to visit the Panch Kedars and Tungnath was the first one we explored. Along with it, we also did Deoriatal Chandrashila trek. This blog will give you all the details about the trek, how to reach and other important tips and guides.
One of them is the highest of the Panch Kedars while the other has an interesting story surrounding it. I am talking about the Tungnath Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek in Uttarakhand . While Tungnath is one of the Panch (five) Kedars , Deoriatal Chandrashila trek undoubtedly offers one of the best views of the Uttarakhand mountain ranges. From the Chandrashila summit, you get a stunning view of almost all the major summits of eastern and western Uttarakhand.
Did we tell you, that this is one of the easiest treks from where you can see all the ranges so close?
While the Tungnath Chandrashila trek starts from Chopta, a beautiful destination in Uttarakhand, the Deoriatal trek starts from Sari village. Both these treks are usually done together. We have already mentioned the importance of Tungnath of being one of the five Kedars. Deoriatal, on the other hand, is known for the lake at the backdrop of the mighty Himalayan ranges.
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Know all about Tungnath Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek
The Himalayas is full of stories and myth. We love stories and so we look for them wherever we go. So we start of the article with a little background mythology and stories related to these three places – Tungnath Deoriatal and Chandrashila. If you are fond of stories and mythology, keep on reading, or else jump to the next section.
Tungnath Chandrashila Deoriatal Trek Map
Hope this map helps you to understand the route.
The legend of Tungnath
What is so special about Tunganath? The fact, that it has the highest temple of Lord Shiva at a height of 3680m. Or the fact that it offers a completely stunning, mesmerizing panoramic view of the Himalayan ranges. It might also be the fascinating legend behind the Tungnath shrine. Whatever be it, we urge you to read about the story behind Tungnath. It will help you to understand and appreciate the place and the people who you might see on the way to Tungnath trek a tad bit better.
The legend of Tunganath is very intimately related to the Hindu epic Mahabharata. Mahabharata tells the greatest political saga of all times where two families Pandavas and Kauravas fight against each other for the kingdom. After the 18 days war at Kurukshetra, the Pandavas won the battle after killing all their 100 Kaurava brothers and their relatives.
After winning the war, the Pandavas were grieved at this mass killing and were repentant of their action. After all, they were their brothers and relatives that they had killed in the war! So they went for Narada’s advice who asked them to ask for forgiveness from Lord Shiva. Only the master of the universe will be able to absolve them of their sins. On the other hand, Narada went and informed Lord Shiva that the Pandavas were seeking him for forgiveness.
Lord Shiva was convinced of the sins of the Pandavas and did not think appropriate to exonerate the Pandavas of their sins. Neither did he want to face the Pandavas. So he took the form of a bull and hid at Guptakashi, the underground heaven. Narada, in the meanwhile, informed the Pandavas of the whereabouts of Lord Shiva. The Pandavas went in search of the Lord. After a long search, the Pandavas met a Bull on their way. The Bull was disguised Lord Shiva and he tried to hide from them. Bhima, the strongest of the Pandava brothers chased the bull.
The bull later rematerialized at five different parts and these places later came to be known as Panch Kedars . Different parts of the bull rose at different locations – the hump at Kedarnath, the limbs at Tunganath, the navel and stomach surfaced at Madamaheshwar, the face at Rudranath and the hairs at Kalpeshwar. It is believed that the Pandavas had built temples at all the five locations and were finally freed of their sins. It is also believed that the front portion of the bull fell at Pashupatinath in Nepal.
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Tungnath Temple
The Tungnath Temple is a small temple built on the Chandranath Parbat in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand. Located just below the Chandrashila peak, it is said to be one of the highest temples of Lord Shiva at an altitude of 12073 feet or 3680m. The temple is built in the traditional north India architecture style. There are a number of shrines surrounding the temple and at the entrance, you will find an idol of Lord Ganesh.
In the main sanctum, ashtadhatu (made of eight metals) idols of sage Vyas and Kaal Bhairav (demi-god) are placed. The temple also houses the images of the Pandavas and silver plaques of other four Kedar shrines. An idol of Adi Guru Shankaracharya is placed near the idol of Shiva. The temple remains closed during the winters and during that time the deity along with the temple priests are moved to Mukumath, 19 km from Tunganath. The journey dates of the deity from Mukumath to the temple and back is decided by the priests and is done with much reverence by the locals.
Stories and legend about Chandrashila or moon rock
Chandrashilais the summit of the Chandranath Parbat on which the Tunganath Temple is situated. As we said earlier there is no dearth of stories in the Himalayan region. Legend has it that the Moon God Chandra spent time here in penance.
Did you know that Chandrashila literally means the moon rock?
Another legend says that Lord Rama meditated here at the Chandrashila summit after defeating the demon king Ravana. Whatever be the legend behind the place, Chandrashila peak offers stunning panoramic views of the Himalayan ranges of Chaukhamba, Trishul, Nanda Devi peaks, Kedarnath, Kedar Dome, Gangotri and Yamunotri peaks. The peak is at a height of about 12083 feet or 3683m. There is a temple dedicated to River Ganga at the summit.
Legend behind Deoriatal
It seems that the Pandava brothers of Mahabharata not only fought to win at the battlefields, but they were also wanderers and trekkers. Deoriatal is also related to a mythological tale about the Pandavas. It is said that Yaksha (a demi-god) asked questions to the Pandavas before allowing them to drink water from the lake.
Also known as Devariya Tal , it is believed that this was the “ Indra Sarovar ” mentioned in the Puranas and the gods used to come here for taking a bath! Well, with the view of all the majestic peaks at the background, the place was surely meant to be for the gods!
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The most common itinerary for Tungnath Deoriatal Chandrasila Trek
We mostly get questions about the itinerary to take for TungnathDeoriatalChandrasila Trek. So we decided to share the most common itinerary for the Deoriatal, Tungnath and Chandrashila trek. This was also the route we took for the trek. For the TungnathDeoriatalChandrasilatrek, you have to reach Haridwar or Rishikesh first. So we will start the itinerary from there.
Day 1 | Haridwar/ Rishikesh – Ukhimath – Sari – Deoriatal
We started early from Rishikesh and took a bus from towards Ukhimath. It is about 7-8 hours from Rishikesh through the beautiful Devprayag and Rudraprayag. Sari is about 12km from Ukhimath. We did not get any shared vehicle from Ukhimath towards Sari and so hired a cab to the village.
We usually do not book our accommodations while travelling. We believe that that in India there is always a room available. After arriving at Sari, we looked around asking people for places to stay at Sari. We were shown the house of Mr Negi. We reached there and were welcomed by Mr and MrsNegi. Knowing that we did not have our lunch, Mrs Negi quickly went on to prepare something for us. While we waited for food, we talked with Negiji, a gentle person and a trekker himself. He suggested us to trek to Deoriatal that day itself and stay at the tent there. It was a great proposal and we happily agreed.
After having our lunch, we started our trek towards Deoriatal. Sari to Deoriatal is about 2.5-3km and it took us around 2 hours to reach Deoriatal. The trail is well marked and you do not need a guide for it. There were a number of tents and we were the only one there that day. We chose one and stayed there for the night.
Deoriatal is located at an altitude of 2438m surrounded by dense forests and having the snowcapped ranges at the backdrop. The reflection of the Chaukhamba range on the clear waters of the lake is simply a delight to see. I was so excited that I would see something like it after Tonglu in Sandakphu and Phalut trek .
Day 2 | Deoriatal – Chopta – Tungnath
The next morning, we woke up in order to see the mesmerising view of the ranges on the waters of the Deoriatal Lake. It was a surreal feeling to see the view. Having seen the photographs before, we knew what it looked like. But watching it with our own eyes is a different experience altogether.
After having our breakfast, we trekked down to Sari village. There Negiji had arranged a car for us that would take us to Chopta. We reached Choptaby noon and had our lunch there. Chopta by itself is a very scenic place surrounded by forests of pine, deodar and rhododendrons, meadows and flattering vistas. Chopta is often known as the ‘ Switzerland of India ’, but I don’t think that a place should be named as such. I am sure Switzerland is beautiful, but Chopta is also amazing in its own right.
The initial plan was to stay at Chopta for the night and trek to Tungnath and Chandrashila the next day. But we decided to do the Tungnath trek that day itself. After lunch, we started our trek towards Tungnath.
Tungnath is about 4km from Chopta. The trail is properly paved till Tungnath and there is no need to take any guide. The weather was a bit gloomy. Clouds hang low while we were on our way to Tungnath. We saw many people of different ages on their way to Tungnath or returning from there. Tungnath is one of the holy shrines of Lord Shiva and is visited by a lot of pilgrims. Though our reasons to trek to Tungnath was not religious, we enjoyed hiking through the beautiful trail.
It took us 2 hours to reach Tungnath . There are a number of shops with accommodation facilities below the temple premises. The facilities are very basic with dormitory beds and common toilets, but the people are very warm and welcoming. We decided to stop for the night at one such place. You can also stay at the temple guest room. But remember that the temple remains open for only a fixed time of the year, usually between May to October. Come November, there is a lot of snowfall at Tungnath and reaching Chandrashila becomes difficult.
Day 3 | Tungnath – Chandrashila – Tungnath – Chopta
We started early in the morning at 4 AM. It was biting cold during that time. We had not anticipated such cold and had not brought jackets with us. I was literally trembling. Seeing me thus, the shop owner gave both of us two jackets. They were old and worn out but was enough to keep us warm. At first, we thought, he was renting us the jacket. When we offered him money for the jackets, but he flatly refused!
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Chandrashila is 1.5 km trek from Tungnath, but this stretch is a tough one. The inclination is almost about 75 degrees and in the biting cold, it became very difficult for us to trek to the summit. Thank god that we had Baba Narayangiri with us! He is sadhu we met at Tungnath. While we were shivering in cold even after wearing the sweater and jackets, he coolly walked with only a shawl. He guided us through the tricky areas and soon we were on the Chandrashila peak.
It was not yet the time for sunrise and we waited with teeth clattering against each other for the sun to rise. As the sun rose and the first rays fell on the Chaukhamba peak, we simply stood looking at the beauty. For a moment we forgot everything about our camera and that we have to take pictures. We simply stood in awe at the magic of nature. From Chandrashila, you can see Nanda Devi , the highest mountain located entirely in India. You can also get the majestic views of Chaukhamba, Trishul, Mt Nanda Ghunti, Mt Kamet, Mt Dunagiri, Kedar Dome, Kedarnath, Thalaysagar and the Gangotri ranges .
After the sunrise, we spent some moment at Chandrashila peak while Baba Narayangiri told us about his stories and his visits at the Kumbh Mela. Then we hiked down to Tungnath. We collected our luggage from there and further hiked down to Chopta. We stopped at Chopta for the night.
Day 4 | Chopta – Ukhimath – Haridwar
We started early from Chopta. We shared a car with a few other trekkers we met on the trek and came back to Haridwar .
This was our Deoriatal Tungnath Chandrashila trek itinerary . You can also do only Tungnath-Chandrashila trek or Deoriatal trek if you do not have enough time.
There is a route from Deoriatal to Tungnath via Rohini Bugyal. We had not taken that route. You can take it, but you would need a guide for it. Most of the commercial trekking companies also take that route. But also keep in mind that camping at RohiniBugyal is not allowed anymore.
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Best time for Deoriatal Trek & Tungnath Chandrashila Trek
Spring (march – april).
Like we always say, the best time to visit a place depends on what you like and want. The spring (March and April) is a great time to visit if you want to see the rhododendrons in bloom. Weather will also be pleasant with warm days and cold nights.
Summer (May – June)
May to June beginning is also a good time to visit. The snow melts and the weather remains pleasant. This is also the best time to do Tungnath and Chandrashila trek. It is only after March that the snow at Chandrashila starts melting and the trail becomes accessible. However, carry woollen clothes, as the nights can be quite cold.
Monsoon (Late June – August)
June to August is monsoon and should best be avoided as the area is prone to landslides.
Autumn (September – October)
September is a great time to do the trek. Post monsoon, everything will be green, beautiful and fresh. The entire place looks great. The days will be pleasant while the night temperature can drop to 5 degrees.
Autumn arrives in October and brings with it clearer sky and better weather. This is also a good time for the TungnathChandrashila trek. Also, the Tungnath temple remains open till October. While the morning can be pleasant, but nights can be quite chilly. We had visited in October and the night time and early morning were quite chilly.
Winter (November – February)
During the winter months, the landscape becomes dull, November being the least favourable month. By December, winter sets in and you will see a blanket of white snow everywhere. The Deoriatal Lake will be half-frozen with snow all around. The temperature will be really low during this time. Also, you have to trek through the snow during this time.
Tungnath Temple will be closed and it is difficult to get accommodation there. You might have to return back to Ukhimath or Duggalbitta for night stay. The roads from Duggalbitta might be closed due to snow during this time. So be prepared to trek to Chopta from Duggalbitta or BaniyaKund. The snow trek to Tungnath is quite an adventure, but you should be careful about the weather and other conditions. Also, it is highly recommended to take a guide with you during the winter.
You might not be able to get to Chandrashila peak in the months of December to March.
Some facts and tips about Tungnath Chandrashila Deoriatal Trek – FAQs answered
Q. how to reach chopta.
Chopta is a small and beautiful settlement area surrounded by evergreen forests and meadows in Uttarakhand. It is a part of the Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary. Chopta can be best said as the base camp for Tungnath trek.
If you search for Chopta in Google maps, you will come across Chopta near Rudraprayag. Well, there are actually two places named Chopta in the region. The Chopta near Rudraprayag is not the one you are looking for. This is a bigger village and so well marked in Google maps. This is the mistake we had done while looking for Chopta. The Chopta that we are talking about here is the one near Ukhimath.
There are a few routes to reach Chopta. But initially, you have to reach Haridwar or Rishikesh.
- The nearest airport is at Dehradun. From Dehradun, you will get buses and cabs to Haridwar and Rishikesh.
- The nearest railway station is at Haridwar, which is well connected with most of the major cities of India by train. You can take an overnight train from Delhi and reach Haridwar in the morning. Rishikesh is further 20 km from Haridwar.
- From Haridwar or Rishikesh, you will get buses and shared vehicles to Ukhimath. We had taken a bus from Rishikesh to Ukhimath.
- From Ukhimath, you will get shared jeeps to Chopta or can book a cab as well.
- The second route is to reach Gopeswar from Haridwar/ Rishikesh and then further travel to Chopta.
- If you are doing the Deoriatal trek first, then you have to come to Duggalbitta from Sari village and then reach Chopta.
Q. What can we do at Chopta?
There nothing much to be done at Chopta. The place is beautiful and you can spend your time amidst nature at Chopta. Visit the meadows and try to spot a few Himalayan monals.
Q. Where to stay at Chopta?
There are a few hotels, guesthouses and campsites with basic amenities at Chopta. Better and fancier options of stay are also available some distance ahead of Chota towards Gopeswar. Booking in advance is not really required. You will probably get a place to stay whenever you reach Chopta. You will get rooms from Rs 800 and can go as high as Rs 7000.
Q. Self-camping at Chopta
If you are bringing your own camping gears, then you can pitch your tents and stop for the night. We recommend you to pitch your tent nearby some Dhaba or existing campsite. Another good place to camp is on the meadows on the way to Tungnath. You might have to pay some money to the Dhaba owner to pitch your tent there.
Q. Where to stay at Tungnath?
You can stay at the temple guest house. Otherwise, the dhabas and eateries near the temple also provide basic accommodation. They are actually beds in a dormitory where you can stay for the night.
Q. How to reach Sari village?
You have to reach Sari village from Ukhimath. You will have to reach Ukhimath from Haridwar r Rishikesh by bus, shared jeeps or cabs. From Ukhimath, you have to book a car to Sari.
Q. Where to stay at Sari and Deoriatal?
There are a number of homestays at Sari now. When we had visited, there was only a couple of homestays, but we saw many others were being built.
There are campsites at Deoriatal for accommodation. If you do not want to stay at camps, then stay at a homestay in Sari village and do Deoriatal trekking the next day.
Q. Are there any other treks in the region?
You can do the Kartik Swami trek from Kanakchauri, 40 km from Rudraprayag.
Madmaheswar trek, another PanchKedar can also be done from Ukhimath.
Q. Are there ATMs at Chopta? Do I need to carry cash?
There are no ATMs at Chopta or Ukhimath even. The nearest ATM is perhaps at Kund, the place where you turn for Ukhimath. There is another ATM at Kedarnath Road and one at Chandrapuri. It is better to carry sufficient cash to these places.
Wondering what to carry for a Himalayan trek? Read about our guide on things to carry in a Himalayan trek .
Q. Where is the nearest petrol pump if I wish to drive?
The nearest petrol pump is at Kund, 7-8km before Ukhimath. It is better to get your tanks filled at Rudraprayag itself.
Q. Is electricity available at Chopta and Deoriatal?
No electricity is available at Chopta, Tungnath and Deoriatal. The guest houses and homestays have installed a solar panel and you can charge your mobile and camera batteries. But it is best to carry a power bank.
Q. What is the best season to see rhododendrons?
The spring usually between March and April is the best time to see rhododendrons. Nature, however, has her own rule, and no one can really predict that you will get the best bloom at the time.
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Thanks for a very informative and DIY guide
Brilliant article. Have been planning a trip to Chandrashila for a long time, and the information you have provided shall be of immense help.
Thank you so much Raj! We are glad that the article helped you.
Thanks for sharing this amazing post.
The post is really helpful and cleared so many doubts…very good post and work done by your team…added to this,I would like to know 1 thing can you suggest me any contact number for any guide or any local from there??and is it possible to stay at tunganath in February as we are planning for the same in feb 2020…
if i want to witness sunrise at chandrashila, at what time in night should i start trekking from chopta? i am a beginner in trekking experience.
Hi Swatilekha! The trail from Tunganath to Chandrashila Peak is a bit steep. We had started at around 4.30 AM from Tunganath and reached the peak just before sunrise. So, you can probably start at around that time. It will take you about an hour to reach the peak. So ask about the time of sunrise and plan accordingly!
can i do deoriatal chadrashila trek on my own with low budget . And if possible then please share the route and accommodations.
Yes, you can. For the route and other information, please read the blog.
thanks for a super write up. please keep it up.
I just have one question. What about toilets? are they there in Deorital?
Thank you Sunder. Yes, there are toilet tents at Deoriatal.
You have mentioned Aizawl is the capital of Uttarakhand. It is capital of Mizoram not of Uttarakhand.
Thank you for pointing it our. Have corrected it now!
Hi both, is the trek from chopta to tunganath temple feasible for elderly man who is 78 years old? My father plans to visit
Hello Chaitra! If your father is fit, then he can definitely trek upto Tunganath Temple. The trail to Chandrashila i stricky and i would not recommend that for him. If not, ponies are available.
Hey , you have beautifully explained everything. I visited chopta around 6 times but weather never allowed me to track to chandrashila. Please point out difficulties in tungnath to chandrashila tract, specially in dark ( at around 4 am) and what precaution we must take.
Hello Dr Neeraj! Thank you for stopping by our blog. The trail from Tunganath to Chandrashila is quite steep. The trail is gravelly with loose stones. So you have to be quite careful while trekking up before sunrise.
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Deoriatal Chopta Chandrashila Trek:
- We are open for private/customised treks for your own group/family/friends without any fixed group tour dates.
About the trek:
To illustrate a classic beginners hike, you must try Deoriatal – Chopta – Tunganath – Chandrashila trek. This trail and hiking experience will initiate the crave of exploring Himalayas in you. You will get to know Himalayas better on this easy hike than you knew being just a tourist.
It has fantastic close-in mountain views, a fairly large lake with massive peak reflections on it, dense forest trail inside Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary and alpine meadows. It does ignite your hiking proponent through a summit to Chandrashila peak. This is not all! You will visit Tunganath temple, the highest Shiva temple among Panch Kedar.
To reach our trek base Sari village, initially we will drive following Alaknanda till Rudraprayag . You will cross Rishikesh, Devprayag and Srinagar. From Rudraprayag we will follow Mandakini river for a while to reach Ukhimath town. The winding road from Ukhimath to Sari is a fantastic drive with lovely valley and occasional mountain views.
The places covered in the trek promises almost everything that a high altitude Himalayan trek has in its bounty. Deoriatal at ~ 2380 m/7800 ft is a longitudinal lake hidden inside the valley. You will hike a good 2 to 2 and half hours moderate climb from the last village called Sari to reach the lake. Situated at a relatively lower altitude though the mountains and reflections on water are massive and more than impressive from Deoriatal.
Camping has been restricted at Deoriatal and Chopta or above for a while now. We arrange Swiss tents or homestay accommodations nearby .
After exploring Deoriatal, next morning we will descent to Sari and take a car ride to Chopta. Pristine canopy of forest, blooming Rhododendrons in Spring, foliage in autumn, Chopta has it all. Wildlife around Chopta is well known. Likewise, a walk inside Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary (also called Kedarnath Musk Deer Sanctuary) may highly produce a glimpse of Himalayan Thar or the Himalayan Monal, state bird of Uttarakhand. Not only the wildlife, the walk on the Chopta Gopeshwar road inside forest in itself is pretty rewarding. Sunset from Chopta will surely mesmerise your senses. In particular, fresh snow in winter and Rhododendrons in spring turn this place a special one.
Next day you will visit Tunganath and climb Chandrashila peak above the temple. Tunganath , at an elevation of ~3600 m/11500 being the highest of Panch Kedar, the five holy shrines of Lord Shiva (remaining four are, Kedarnath, Madmaheshwar, Rudranath and Kalpeshwar). A return trip from Chopta will test your basic stamina and endurance. Meanwhile from May to Oct, temple remains open. During this season you can stay at Tunganath. Sunset from Tunganath towards the lower valleys of Ukhimath and Guptkashi along with Chaukhamba view is compelling to say a least.
Chandrashila, a small peak above the temple is just an hour and half’s climb. Often it is referred to as the ‘Switzerland of India”. 180 degree panoramic view from the top covers numerous peaks of Kumaon (including Nanda Devi and Trishul ) to westward peaks of the Kedarnath area. The four pillars of Chaukhamba standing above 7000 m/23000 ft are so close that you have to zoom out your camera!
To sum up, this is truly a short and easy “All In One trek” for you to begin with.
Brief Itinerary for Deoriatal Chandrashila trek:
Update 2019: camping restrictions at chopta and tunganath and inside kedarnath wildlife sanctuary.
Even before the Uttarakhand High Court’s order regarding camping on Alpine meadows/Bugyal in August 2018, this trek route got its own problems regarding the camps.
First came the notice from DFO, Kedarnath Wildlife Division in 2017. The notice revoked necessary permits to camp inside core forest area. Certainly this helped to stop the abuse of the Eco-system primarily due to setting up of large fixed camps at Rohini Bugyal, Tunganath and intermediate sites. Probably this is a blessing for wildlife habitat in this pristine forest and sanctuary.
Then the local small restaurant and Dhaba owners objected to camp at Chopta due to their livelihood concern at the end of 2017. Starting from 2018 you need to camp at least 3/4 Km off and down from Chopta, a place called Baniyakund.
So practically you can only camp around Deoriatal and Baniyakund. You can’t camp at Chopta or Tunganath, neither inside core forest area like Rohini Bugyal.
Best way to visit Deoriatal Chopta Tungnath Chandrashila – Tea House mode over camping trek:
In vast Indian Himalayas, almost all treks are of camping style. There are only handful of treks which you can complete while staying in basic lodge/homestay/seasonal settlements. This trek is one such Tea House Himalayan trek in India. Don’t worry, you will have wide choice of camping treks in future 🙂
Which is the best time to choose for Deoriatal Chopta Chandrashila trek?
You can choose this trek almost throughout the year, apart from monsoon. It has to offer something unique in each season.
Spring – Summer (April to June): Spring brings abundant Rhododendron flowers around Chopta. Depending upon snowfall in winter, you will get remaining snow at Tunganath and Chandrashila as late as end of April.
Autumn – Winter (Sep to Dec/Jan): After monsoon the natural haze prevailing in summer goes away. Weather becomes clear to enjoy great mountain and peak views.
How to reach Deoriatal trek base Sari village?
Sari village in Rudraprayag district, is 220 Km from Haridwar and 20 Km further from Ukhimath town. Either we can arrange a pick up or you may reach independently.
- A Tata Sumo/Mahindra Maxx type vehicle charges ₹ 6000 for a pick up from Haridwar and drop to Sari. Similarly a Tempo Traveller charges ₹ 9000. From trek end point Chopta to Haridwar charges are same fopr respective vehicle. We will arrange if you require, you pay directly to the driver.
- To reach independently, take the direct bus to Ukhimath from Haridwar, early in the morning. From here you need to book a private vehicle to Sari, which is 15 Km away.
- While returning from Chopta, hire a cab to Ukhimath (20 Km away) in the morning. From Ukhimath change for Rudraprayag and then to Haridwar by bus.
Don’t forget to check the List of things to carry in Chandrashila trek or download the PDF.
Duration: 3 days of trek; Haridwar to Haridwar in 5 days.
Highest Point: Chandrashila ~ 3800 m/12500 ft.
Grade: Easy
Length: 20 Km
Seasons: April to June and September to January.
Further Option: From Tunganath one can trek towards Rudranath.
Access: Trek starting point is Sari and end point is Chopta.
Rail station: Haridwar (STN Code: HW)
Airport: Dehradun (DED) or Delhi
Upcoming scheduled dates for Deoriatal Chandrashila trek:
- You can check the scheduled Fixed Departure dates in the calendar available inside Booking Form or inside REGISTER NOW form. Tour starting Dates are highlighted as per our itinerary ( Day 1 of 5 days itinerary ).
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- If you are a group of people and available dates are not matching then you may select Custom date mode (by clicking the Select your custom date) and fill in the displayed form.
- You can also check all the available dates at a glance in our TREK CALENDAR .
- Trekkers need to reach Haridwar on Day 1 morning (latest by 7 am) or the previous night. Return to Haridwar on Day 5 evening (around 6 pm). Arrange your tickets for inward journey and return accordingly.
How to reach Sari village (The trek base):
Nearest Rail station: Haridwar (Station Code: HW)
Nearest Airport: Delhi, Dehradun (Airport Code: DED)
Haridwar is well connected by train from Delhi . Frequent regular and Volvo bus service from Delhi Kashmiri Gate ISBT. To reach the trek base Joshimath you need to reach Haridwar on your own arrangements.
Sari village inside Rudraprayag district is 220 Km from Haridwar and 20 Km further from Ukhimath town. Either we can arrange a pick up or you may reach independently.
How to reach Haridwar:
For the treks in Garhwal, one has to reach Haridwar normally. Rishikesh is another 25 Km from here and is considered a gateway to Garhwal Himalayas. You can fly or by train reach New Delhi as per your convenience from any part within India.
There are direct trains from Kolkata to Haridwar.
KUMBHA EXPRESS – Train No. – 12369 ( Very good option to reach Haridwar by 5 pm; Spend the night in Haridwar and start your onward journey by car next morning)
UPASANA EXPRESS – Train No. – 12327 ( Very good option to reach Haridwar by 5 pm; Spend the night in Haridwar and start your onward journey by car next morning)
DOON EXPRESS – Train No. – 13009 (Don’t book this train when you plan a long onward journey immediately nn the same morning)]
Avoid booking wait listed (WL) tickets in AC classes (1A/2A/3A) or Chair Car (CC). Book Sleeper class (SL)/Second Sitting class (2S) tickets which have normally more seats/berth and hence much better chance to get confirmed.
You can easily reach Haridwar from New Delhi by train or bus (~ 5/6 hours) and is around 210 Km.
Following trains are good to reach Haridwar and run daily.
DDN JANSHTBDI – Train No. 12055 (Arrives HW in the evening @ 7:30 pm, good choice when you stay the night in Haridwar and have a long drive ahead next day) NANDA DEVI EXP – Train No. 12205 (arrives HW early morning @ 4am) UTKAL EXPRESS – Train No. 18477 (arrives HW in the night @ 9pm) MUSSOORIE EXP – Train No. 14041 (arrives HW in the morning @ 5:45am) Always avoid booking waitlisted (WL) tickets in AC classes (1A/2A/3A) or Chair Car (CC). Book Sleeper class (SL)/Second Sitting class (2S) tickets which have normally more seats/berth and hence much better chance to get confirmed.
Govt. Road Transport (Roadways of Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Haryana, Punjab etc.) buses are frequently available in day time and night from Kashmiri Gate ISBT ( http://www.delhi.gov.in/wps/wcm/connect/doit_transport/Transport/Home/ISBT/Fare+Chart ). Tickets are available on board for these regular type buses. From Delhi Airport or Station you can reach ISBT Kashmiri Gate via Delhi Metro service ( http://www.delhimetrorail.com/metro-fares.aspx ). It is only 4 Km from NDLS and can be reached easily by booking an auto rickshaw.
For privately operated bus, you can book online from different portals ( http://www.redbus.in ). Select a boarding point suitably. Overnight Volvo/A.C/Push back bus service.
Nearest Airport Jolly Grant near Dehradun (Airport code: DED) is 35 Km away from Haridwar. This airport is accessed from Dehradun, Haridwar and Rishikesh easily. The flights are mostly via Delhi.
Regarding night accommodations in haridwar:.
Trekkers reaching on the previous day before the journey to the actual trek base need to stay the night in Haridwar. There are several options in Haridwar for spending a night while staying in Premium, Standard or Budget accommodation. Options vary from Privately operated Hotels/Lodges, to State run Tourist rest House and Dharamshala.
State run GMVN (Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam) operates Hotel Rahi just beside the Bus Stand and opposite to the Haridwar Railway Station. This is a reliable and a decent choice for Standard accommodation.Check the following for online booking of the above: http://www.gmvnl.com/newgmvn/tour/booktrh.asp You can call or visit GMVN nearest office or even send an email for more information.The information is available at: http://www.gmvnl.com/newgmvn/online_reservation/#
Return from Haridwar:
Normally you reach Haridwar from any trek base by 7/8 pm in the evening. You can take any train after 9 pm or regular bus service as mentioned above to reach Delhi or directly to your homeward journey in the same night.
Drive to Sari: 220 Km - 9/10 hours; Trek to Deoriatal - 4 Km - 2/2 and half hours
Trek down to sari after lunch – 4 km – 2 hours - 20 km drive to chopta - 1 hour, hiking around chopta – 6/8 km – 5/6 hours, trek to tunganath and further to chandrashila peak and return to chopta – 10 km – 7/8 hours, drive to haridwar – 240 km – 10 hours.
P.S.: Distances and altitudes are approximate and may not be exact.
CLICK HERE For List of Things to Carry in Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek OR DOWNLOAD PDF BROCHURE .
Click here for booking and cancellation or download pdf brochure ., trek fee: ₹ 11950 (sari to chopta) + 5% gst .
Note: We rarely arrange a Fixed group departure for this trek. This is designed as a customised private tour for smaller groups. You can choose your preferred date to start.
Above TREK FEE of ₹ 11950 + 5% GST per person is based on minimum of 6 trekking members.
- ₹ 14,950 + 5% GST per person, Sari to Chopta, considering 3 to 5 persons
- ₹ 19,950 + 5% GST per person, Sari to Chopta, considering 2 persons
Inclusions:
One night lodge accommodation at Sari (Day 1) on sharing basis and dinner.
One night tent or basic lodge/Dhaba accommodation at Deoriatal on sharing basis.
One night Chopta accommodation in a small lodge/Dhaba accommodation on triple/quad sharing basis. Rooms are very basic without an attached toilet.
One night Tunganath accommodation (during season from May to Oct) in small lodge/Dhaba accommodation on triple/quad sharing basis. Rooms are very basic without an attached toilet. Otherwise you will stay 2 nights at Chopta.
All meals during the trek starting from Day 1 dinner and ending at Day 4 dinner (B, L, D). Regular Indian style nutritious vegetarian food during the trek, breakfast packed/hot lunch (depending upon the time you reach a campsite), dinner along with tea/soup.
Excellent Trekking Guide, who will be a local to this particular area and has profound knowledge of the trekking trails around.
All permit fee, camping charges, forest levy required for the trek.
Basic Medical & First Aid kit.
Travel Insurance Policy cum medical insurance covering illness and AMS (For Indian nationals it is included in the TREK FEE, up to 60 years of age). It covers your trek as well as your return journey to Haridwar for a maximum duration of 7 days.
Exclusions:
Transportation from Rishikesh to Sari and return from Chopta or Baniyakund to Rishikeshg ₹ 7500 for a Tata Sumo and ₹ 11,000 for a Tempo Traveller, one way . You pay directly to the driver, sharing equally.
We assume that you will carry your personal Rucksack/Backpack with all your personal belongings. If you want to offload your Rucksack and be carried by horse, then you need to pay separately at Sari or Chopta on actual basis.
Any tip or gratuity to the HT support staff.
Anything that is NOT mentioned in the “Inclusions” or personal in nature..
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- Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek is one of the most convenient treks to start with. This is considered to be one of the best treks for beginners.
- Chandrashila Trek is snow-clad during the winter months from December to the middle of March. At this point in time, the weather is very cold and the trek is difficult for the rest of the season. Life will come to a standstill witnessing the amazing landscapes and snow-clad mountains all around you.
- Sunrise and sunset are jaw-dropping and really worth watching. The fiery sun rays falling on the peaks in the vicinity will leave you with a complete surprise. You will come across many alluring landscapes. You will certainly be amazed at the astounding beauty of this place.
Chandrashilla Trek
Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek is a rock face above and beyond the temple of Tungnath, the highest Shiva temple in the world. The trail is tricky with its abrupt climbs and sudden changes in the terrain. The snow-filled hills are majestic and leave you in awe, the eeriness along with the surreal beauty brings everything to a standstill. The trail is surrounded by an imposing forest of oak, deodar, and rhododendron that shadow a rich bed of flowering plants. This under-rated, untouched beauty provides a 360-degree view of some of the most astounding views of the Garhwal Himalayas. This trek is great for people who want to start trekking in the Himalayas. It's also a visual delight which attracts not only trekkers but also photographers around the world to capture the beauty.
The best time to do Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek is from January to May and again from October to December. It starts to snow in the month of November and the intensity increases day by day. With the arrival of January, there is already 5 to 7 feet of snow layering the ground. The weather is quite pleasurable during the daytime but it tends to get worse by the night. Winters are chilly and summers are pleasant at this place. The Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek temperature varies from -15 to 15 centigrade during the winter season while it revolves around 10 to 30 degrees centigrade during the summer season. Deoriatal Chandrashila trek height incorporates a maximum elevation of around 13,600 feet. The total Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek distance is around 30 kilometers and it takes around 5 days in order to complete the trek.
Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek Difficulty Level
This trek is very famous when it comes to beginners. Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek difficulty level is actually considered to be low and hence it comes under the easy to moderate trek category. It is a perfect mix of easy and difficult trails. If you want to experience a Himalayan trek for the first time, Deoriatal Chandrashila trek acts as your perfect go-to option. It is naturally crafted in such a way that a beginner in the Himalayas would never lose their way.
Deoriatal Chandrashila trek with Trekmunk
We will assure the trekkers a heavenly experience throughout their venture out into the wild. As per the chandrashila trek reviews suggest, Trekmunk is one of the best trekking companies in India that provides you with the best trek leaders having loads of experience in the mountains. The total cost package of this trek costs around 9,000 bucks which will accompany all inclusions such as accommodation, food, travel gears, permit, and an experienced trek guide. You can find the Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek Map and Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek Images here.
A lot of people claim to find this trek very interesting to refresh themselves amidst their daily routine life filled with boredom. You are assured to get an amazing company of wanderlusts alongside you. You might feel that going with strangers won't be fun but believe us, you will certainly descend the trek with your hand over their shoulders promising to trace more peaks together in the future. This trip provides you with complete assurance to enhance your relationship with nature. The blistering wildlife and amazing landscapes will take you on a journey to heaven. The trek to the summit is tough but returning back from that ambiance to the same old life will be even tougher. So what are you waiting for? Get ready with your backpack and book the amazing Deoriatal Chandrashila trek 2020 with us right now. Trek the Himalayas with Trekmunk and turn your dream into reality.
Best Time to visit Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek
The best time to do Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek is from October to December and again from January to May. It starts to snow in the month of November and the intensity increases day by day. With the arrival of January, there is already 5 to 7 feet of snow layering the ground. The weather is quite pleasurable during the daytime but it tends to get worse by the night. Winters are chilly and summers are pleasant at this place. The temperature in Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek varies from -15 to 15 centigrade during the winter season while it revolves around 10 to 30 degrees centigrade during the summer season. The whole region and the surrounding hills in the vicinity will provide a picturesque setting. You will get to witness the snow-laden ranges of the mighty Garhwal Himalayas.
Brief Itinerary
Detailed itinerary, day 1 : drive from dehradun to sari.
On the way to Sari from Dehradun, your drive to the trek destination will take around eight to ten hours including a comfortably timed break for breakfast and lunch. The distance of the whole journey from Dehradun to Sari is around 231 Kms journey and it will take approximately 8-10 hours to reach Sari via road. The 8-10 hours journey will be exhausting but throughout the trail, you will never run out of alluring views, so don’t sleep as you might miss out on a view that you will cherish forever. We will come across many confluences of rivers and spectacular landscapes all along the drive.
Once we reach Sari, it will mark the end of day 1 on this trek to Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek. We will take a rest and stay overnight. Dinner will be served at night and in order to have an ample amount of rest, we will suggest you sleep early.
Day 2 : Trek from Sari to Deoriatal
The next step on the way to Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek is 3 kilometers from Sari to Deoriatal. Deoriatal is situated at an altitude of 7,800 feet and it takes around 3 hours to reach here from Sari. The trail passes through dense rhododendron forests, maple trees, few streams and finally, opens out to beautiful meadows. Although the journey starts from Haridwar, the actual trek commences from Sari village. After having an early start to the day with a healthy and delicious breakfast, you will commence your trek towards Deoriatal.
After having breakfast, the amazing trek will begin and will be around 3 km long. You can have a small sightseeing tour around the campsite if you wish. Once you start your trek, you can see the reflection of amazing surroundings in the crystal clear lake. Therefore it is often called ‘two worlds at one place’. Your trek to Deoriatal will be lined by the holy rivers Ganga and Alaknanda.
The trail is considered to be easy with a combination of ascent and descent. A well-organised trail of rocks will open you to the elegant view of the Chandrashila summit. From here, the Tungnath temple looks like a speck of colour. There are almost no water sources throughout the 3 km walk. So, make sure you have enough reserve water in your bottles to meet the water demand of your body. This place is considered to be a paradise for nature lovers and bird watchers. The chirping of the birds and blossoming of the flora will take you on a journey that you never thought existed while living your rich city life. A warm and delicious lunch will be served when we shall reach the Deoriatal campsite by the lake.
Day 3 : Trek from Deoriatal to Syalmi via Rohini Bugyal
Day 4 : trek from syalmi to baniya kund, day 5 : trek from baniya kund to chandrashila via tungnath and back to sari.
We will trek from Baniya Kund to Tungnath and Chandrashilla peak on this day. This trek will be13 Kms and usually takes 7-8 hours. Enjoy the mountain vegetation and trees en route. Overnight stay will be at Chopta.
We shall start our day as early as possible. After a delicious breakfast, we will set out on the journey to Chandrashila top from Baniya Kund. We can witness the beautiful sunrise from the Tungnath top. The trail from Chopta to the Tungnath Temple runs on a well-defined concrete bounded path. The trail will be a little tougher today with challenging steep climbs. During winter, you will find a thick layer of snow covering the whole trail. There are no water points throughout the trail. So, make sure you carry a sufficient amount of water with yourself. After crossing the steep slope, you will reach the summit of the Chandrashila peak. Here, you can get a 360-degree view of the Kumaon and Garhwal mountain ranges with snow-clad mountains in the entire vicinity. The renowned peaks consist of – Nanda Devi, Kedar Dome, Trishul, Dronagiri and Nanda Ghunti. You can also witness the glimpses of Gangotri and Thalay Sagar right at the edge
You will feel like you are in heaven being surrounded by these many mountain peaks in the vicinity. We will spend some time embracing the beauty of the setting and glorifying the magnificence of nature. After this, we will make our way back to the Sari base camp and this will mark the end of the longest and the most hectic day of our trek. So, we will have dinner at the campsite and proceed to sleep as soon as possible without incorporating any further delay.
Drive from Sari to Rishikesh
We can arrange a cab for you from the pickup point in Dehradun, you will be liable to pay for this. All the trekkers joining the trek can share the cab cost. For communications purposes, we will create a Whatsapp Group before the departure date of the trek and will share the details regarding the transportation. The drop at Dehradun after the trek will be arranged in a similar way.
How to reach Deoriatal Chandrashilla Trek Base Camp (Sari) :
Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest airport to Dehradun and is easily accessible, it is just 25 km away from the city. Daily flights from New Delhi are available to this airport. You will have to take a bus or a cab to reach Sari.
Dehradun railway station. Overnight trains that hail from Delhi are Nandadevi Express and Dehradun Express. People often prefer railways over airways because with trains you get to see the landscape in its full glory, it is also cheaper and you will definitely enjoy your way till Dehradun. You will have to take a bus or a cab to reach Sari.
Regular bus service is available from Delhi ISBT Kashmere Gate which plies government buses that are safe and you can rely on them more than the private buses. You will have to take a bus or a cab to reach Sari.
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