Tungnath and Chandrashila Trek

3.6 / 5 Hills Valleys, Rivers Lakes, Trekking,

About Tungnath and Chandrashila Trek

Far From City: 23 kms from city center
Cost: About Tungnath and Chandrashila Trek Weather: Time Required:3 days Cost:The required entry fees at certain checkpoints, permits for the trek and obligatory forest camping charges in the region as per the length of the stay.

Water Availability Carry your own water as well during the trek. However, you will have the opportunity to refill your water stock. Food Availability You will find a shack where yo can enjoy the hot tea with biscuits. However, make sure to carry some food with you. Camping/Shelter Since you are on a trekking trip, you will be carrying your own camping tents. But there is also an option of guest house. General tips and tricks 1. Make sure you carry warm clothes irrespective of the fact that what season you are travelling in.2. Carry your own trekking gear and equipments and be always prepared.3. Carry a medical aid kit and your usual medicines for the way.4. A good pair of trekking shoes is a must.5. Carry raingear no matter if you are travelling during monsoon season.6. Make sure you obtain all the permits well in advance required for trekking in the region.7. Make sure you carry spare batteries and film roll for camera as there will be no electricity supply.8. A well informed and trained guide is very important and do make sure to sought out all trivial things well in advance to avoid misunderstanding.

About Tungnath and Chandrashila Trek Approx trekking distance (Both sides) :10-12 km Base Camp :Chopta Difficulty :Easy Gradient Highest point of trek :13,100 ft Nearest Airport :Jolly Grant Airport Nearest Railhead :226 km Region :Rudraprayag District, Garhwal Himalayas Snow :Expect heavy snowfall between thre months of January and March, when the trail is completely covered with snow. It may get diffcult to trek during winters when the snow is soft. It is usually April onwards that the routes get cleared of any traces of snow. Starting point of trek :Chopta

How to Reach Tungnath and Chandrashila Trek The starting point of the trek, Haridwar is easily accessible by road, rail and air.