Camping in chopta

Chopta Camps

Chopta is known for the world's highest shiva temple Tungnath around 3680 m from the sea level.one can not neglect the charming view of chandrashila. camping in chopta make you the witness of measureless mesmerising view. Chopta is also known for its meadows and evergreen forest area which is a part of kedarnath wildlife sanctuary. this is the best place for any bird lover as there are some rare species of birds.chopta has a rich flora and fauna include rare species of birds, musk deer,leopard and even more than that. while trekking to tungnath and chandrashila give rest to your feet and feel the breeze that can calm your mind. Let yourself be lost in these beautiful mountains(mini switzerland), and always try to capture these lovely scenes in your mind instead of your camera.

Places to visit near Chopta

Tungnath Temple:-"Tungnath" is the highest Shiva temple in the world , situated around 3680 meters above sea level and is the highest of the five panch kedar temples located in the mountain range.
Pandavas built this temple as advised by vyas rishi since they were culpable of slaying their own relatives during the Mahabharata war at Kurukshetra and their act could be pardoned only by Lord Shiva.

Pandavas built this temple as advised by vyas rishi since they were culpable of slaying their own relatives during the Mahabharata war at Kurukshetra and their act could be pardoned only by Lord Shiva.
Pandavas built this temple as advised by vyas rishi since they were culpable of slaying their own relatives during the Mahabharata war at Kurukshetra and their act could be pardoned only by Lord Shiva.

Tungnath is generally known as its cool climate throughout the year. in winters tungnath turns into the snow fields and therefore temple remains closed for around 6 months during winter.

Chandrashila:-Chandrashila "Moon Rock" is located around 3700 meters above sea level. This is the top of the Tungnath. This peak provides the picturesque views of great Himalayan range like Nandadevi,Trusul,Kedar Peak,Bandarpunch and Chaukhamba peak. One can feel the ultimate peace at this peak. This is the most famous easy trek of uttarakhand



About this trek:- Tungnath and Chandrashila trek are easy to moderate trek. Chandrashila is around 5km from from Chopta whereas Tungnath is just 3.5 km from Chopta. In between the trek you will passed by beautiful deodear trees and meadows. You can see the rare spices of birds, wild animals.
After trekking 3.5 km from chopta you will reach at Tungnath temple , relax for a while , worship and behold the ancient architecture of the temple.
After finishing these activities start your trek for Chandrashila which is just 1.5 km from Tungnath temple.
On reaching Chandrashila you can enjoy the mesmerizing view of great Himalaya. Spend some quality time here ,forget all the things and let yourself be lost in this pleasant moment.    
After spending you quality time you can trek back to chopta camps.

How to reach ?

Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest airport from where one can book taxis from batohee at affordable rates for Chopta . we have variety of cabs like Swift Dezire, Indigo,Innova,Tempo Traveler etc.

Rishikesh Railway Station  is the nearest railway station from where one can also book taxis from batohee . just give us call at 7300-9544-34 or visit batohee.com


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