Chopta Chandrashila Trek
Description
Chandrashila is at an elevation of 4,000 meters (13,000 ft.) above sea level. Many trekkers like to commence the exhilarating Chandrashila trek that can be completed by a short gradient of 1.5 km from Tungnath. However, the base camp for the Chandrashila trek is Chopta. Chandrashila is one of the popular treks of Uttarakhand that can be normally undertaken throughout the year. Though at times during winters, the trek route remains hidden under the sheath of snow. The difficulty of the Chandrashila trek is Easy to Moderate, Total distance covered will be 27 km, Max Altitude gained during the trek will be 12,083 ft. Chandrashila is the summit above Tungnath temple. It literally means "Moon Rock". This peak provides scenic views of the Himalayas, including Nandadevi, Trisul, Kedar Peak, Bandarpunch, and Chaukhamba peaks. There are various legends associated with this place. 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.
Location Map
Garhwal Himalaya
Package Itinerary
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1Day 1Reach Dehradun Airport and get assisted transfer to Chopta Campsite. En route at Devprayag witness the beautiful "Sangam" of the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda rivers. Lunch can be done at Srinagar and reach the campsite by evening in Chopta Campsite. After some short breaks have a round in the beautiful wild surroundings. Later have dinner at the campsite and retire for the night in comfortable tents.
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2Day 2Wake up early and after having breakfast, head towards Tungnath Chandrashila trek which is the highest Shiva Temple in the world. After mild trekking of 5 km, reach Tungnath temple located on the snowy mountains & convey your devotion at the highest abode of Lord Shiva. Have a packed lunch there and resume the journey to the Chandrashila peak, and enjoy the panoramic views of the mountain peaks. Come back to the campsite by an evening at Chopta / Sari village for a night stay. Have dinner and retire for the night.
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3Day 3Wake up in the morning at around 5:00 AM, get ready, have breakfast, and begin with your trek for 2.5 KM trek towards Deoria Tal. Enjoy this beautiful lake which is engulfed by lush greens & snow-covered mountains in the backdrop. Later, start trekking back and reach Sari village at around 10:00 AM. Take up your luggage and start descending back at around 10:30 AM by vehicle to Dehradun. On reaching Dehradun, continue your onward journey with amazing memories and blessings from this amazing Journey.
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