Chopta Trek- The Explorer's Trek
Chopta Uttarakhand INR 5,499 per pax (Haridwar to Sari ) Chopta Chandrashila Deoriatal is a window into Himalaya’s spring color vibrancy. A well-loved trek for mountain goers of all kinds, this trek flourishes with blossoms, especially rhododendrons red and pink, in summer time while winters are a hazy shade with enough scopes to have a ball in spilling snow. The whole tour covers a swoop to the Chandrashila Peak, passing by the enchanting Deoriatal lake side, and opens up a gallery of stunning snow peaks all the way. This 5-day plan is unmatched in nature’s beauty, exhilarating challenges, time-efficiency and convenience.
The highlights of the trek range from awe-inspiring summit views to warmth of the forest greens, piquing up interests in all sorts of mountain lovers. You could be a nature treasurer, bird watching amateur, or a shutterbug with a dream of capturing the drama in the highlands, Chopt-Chandrashila-Deorital is a trek for all and fails none.
Short Itinerary
Day 1- Drive Haridwar-Sari - 190 km | 6600 ft
Day 2- Trek to Deoriatal - 3 km | 7800 ft
Day 3- Deoriatal to Baniyakund through Rohini Bugyal - 16 km | 8700 ft
Day 4- Baniyakund to Tungnath, Chandrashilla Summit and back to Baniyakund - 3 km | 13100 ft
Day 5- Tali forest camp - Joshimath via Gurson bugyal (11150 ft) and Auli (9680 ft) - 8 km | 11150 ft
Detail Itinerary
Day 1
Drive Haridwar-Sari - 190 km | 6600 ft
Pick Up Point- Haridwar Railway Station. Pick Up Time- 6:00 am, Distance- 190 km, Driving Time- 7 hour, Altitude- 6,600 ft, Network Availability- Available till Sari.
Duration:3 hours
Day 2
Trek to Deoriatal - 3 km | 7800 ft
Distance- 3 km. Trekking Time- 1 hour, Altitude- 7,800 ft. Water source-None.
Duration: 3 hours
Day 3
Day- Deoriatal to Baniyakund through Rohini Bugyal - 16 km | 8700 ft
Trekking Time- 7-8 hours, Altitude at Chopta-8,700 ft, Water source- A ground water source before entering Rohini Bugyal. Waterfalls on the second half of the trail.
Duration: 3 hours
Day 4
Baniyakund to Tungnath, Chandrashilla Summit and back to Baniyakund - 3 km | 13100 ft
Buniyakund to Chopta (Drive 3km). Chopta to Tungnath, Chandrashilla Summit and back (Trek 8km) Trekking Time- 7-8 hour. Altitude- 13,100 ft. Water Source- None. View: Mountains of Garhwal and Kumaon- Nanda Devi, Trishul, Nandaghunti, Kamet, Dronagiri, Chaukhamba, Kedar dome, Thalaysagar, Gangotri ranges, Jahanukut etc.
Duration: 3 hours
Day 5
Tali forest camp - Joshimath via Gurson bugyal (11150 ft) and Auli (9680 ft) - 8 km | 11150 ft
Tali forest camp to Tali lake (111480 ft) (1 km trek). Tali lake to Gurson bugyal (11150 ft) (3.5 km trek), Gurson bugyal to Auli (9680 ft) (3.5 km trek), Auli to Joshimath (6724 ft) (13 km drive), Breakfast at Tali camp site, Lunch Pack on the way, Joshimath (evening tea, debriefing, dinner).
Duration: 3 hours
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Other Information
Price Includes
- All breakfasts, lunches and dinners from Dhaula to Sangla (VEG).
- Transport from Kathgodam-Lohajung & Lohajung-Kathgodam
- All accommodation from Lohajung to Lohajung.
- All campaign equipments Medical Kit.
- Professional Trek Leaders (Experienced Guide/Staff) All forests permits
- Qualified & experienced trek Leader, Guide and Support staff.
- Morning evening Tea served with light snacks..
- Surface Transfer from Haridwar – Govindghat– Haridwar by Qualis / Sumo / Bolero/ Max / Tempo Traveller depends on the number of trekkers.
Price Excludes
- Any meal during transit..
- Valley Permit fees
- Porter/Mule for carrying personal luggage.
- Packaged water bottles or any other beverages.
- Anything not mentioned in above inclusions..
- Cost Escalation due to "Force Majeure" and evacuation charges..
- Unscheduled stay due to landslide.
Terms & Conditions
Prices are "from", per person, based on 2 adults and 2 children (under the age of 12) sharing, and include all taxes. Day touring as per the itinerary.
This was my 2nd experience with them. It was educational, benefitial, reflective, fun, interesting, friendly, disciplined .. Considering the fact that it was in the remote hills, yet The Mountain Trekker provided such splendid facilities, I'll add luxurious.
Sumit was awesome, awesome being an understatement. He not only was informative regarding the trees, environment, birds, mountains, trails, Gaia, local language, rock climbing