Chopta & Tungnath
A trek to the world's highest Shiva temple through meadows
Known as "Mini Switzerland," a short trek through rolling meadows to Tungnath, the highest Shiva temple in the world, with Chandrashila's summit views beyond it.
- Duration
- 4 days
- Estimated cost
- ₹12,000 - ₹20,000
- Best time to visit
- April to June and September to November
- Nearest hub
- Dehradun
- Good for
- Friends, Solo
When to go: The Tungnath temple closes for winter, usually in November.
MountainsAdventurePhotographyUnder ₹10,000₹10,000 - ₹25,000
4-day itinerary for Chopta & Tungnath
Day 1: Arrival in Chopta
- Settle into a meadow-side campsite
- Evening walk around Chopta
Day 2: Trek to Tungnath
- Climb through rhododendron forest to Tungnath temple
- Sunset over the Garhwal peaks
Day 3: Chandrashila summit
- Pre-dawn climb to Chandrashila for sunrise
- Descend back to Chopta
Day 4: Departure
- Return journey
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