Chopta, Chandrashila and Deoriatal

You'll be picked up at Haridwar Railway Station at 6:00 hrs, and will begin your drive to Sari. It's a beautiful drive, taking you past Rudraprayag and Devprayag, so you can expect views of the river all along. At Sari, you can take a leisurely stroll around the village to end the evening. Overnight in a guesthouse or tents at Sari.

Overnight in Sari

You'll arrive at Sari by late afternoon or early evening. Depending on availability, you might be sleeping at a guesthouse, or camping in tents on triple sharing basis. You'll be provided with sleeping bags, mattresses, kitchen and toilet tents, and all camping gear if you're camping tonight. Today's package includes only dinner.

Today you'll begin your trek from Sari. It's a short trek to Deoriatal with frequent stops to rest and admire views of the mountains. You'll encounter a few sections on the trail that require arduous climbing, but views of the Chandrashila peak await to reward your efforts. You'll reach Deoriatal, and will be delighted to see this blissful lake. The clear water of the lake reflects the peaks around, giving you incredible photo opportunities. Overnight in tents at Deoriatal.

Overnight at campsite in Deoriatal

Enjoy a hot bonfire after your first day of trekking. Your lakeside campsite is perfect, and you'll be delighted to be here. You'll eat a delicious dinner with your trek buddies before retiring for the night. Today's package includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.

You'll begin your trek from Deoriatal to the upper reaches of Chopta today. Your trail takes you through fairy-tale forests of oak and pine. If you're lucky, you might even spot a shy deer or a red fox in the forest while you trek. You'll trek through a diverse forest with rhododendron trees, small shrubs and bushes, waterfalls, old oaks, river streams and maple woods. Soon, you'll arrive at Baniyakund, a small meadow near the Chopta village. Overnight in tents at Baniyakund.

Overnight at campsite in Baniyakund

You'll trek from Deoriatal to Baniyakund. There are wildflowers everywhere, and carpets of pine needles under your feet, releasing their fresh fragrance as you walk. Today's meal package includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Today you'll do some serious trekking. You'll begin the day with a short drive to Chopta and then trek to the Tungnath Temple. After that, you'll trek on up to Chandrashila Peak. There are some steep sections, but the views simply keep getting better as you climb higher. You'll spend some time at the top, and then head back to your campsite in Baniyakund. Overnight in tents at Baniyakund.

Overnight at campsite in Baniyakund

You'll go on a day trek to Tungnath and Chandrashila. You'll be accommodated at the same campsite in Baniyakund, a small camping ground near Chopta. It's your last night of camping for this Chopta trek, and there's no prettier place to be. Enjoy the mountain views and the night air before you retire for the night. Today's package includes breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Today you'll hike to the roadhead where vehicles will be waiting for you. The drive back to Haridwar takes 7 hours, and you'll be happy to rest in the vehicle and enjoy the views as they move past outside your window. You'll be dropped off in Haridwar by evening. Your Chopta trek ends here.

Trip ends by nightfall.

You'll trek from Baniyakund to the roadhead and travel to Haridwar in a vehicle. No meals are included in today's package, but you'll be served some tea/coffee in the morning before heading out.

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