Tungnath Temple and Chandrashila Group Trek
Chopta
1 Day
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Tungnath Temple and Chandrashila Group Trek
Tungnath Temple and Chandrashila Group Trek
·1 Day
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New on EvynxA shared day-hike pooling trekkers into one group, to the world's highest Shiva temple.
About this experience
A single-day guided trek from Chopta for travellers already based at the meadow - no camping required - run as a shared group trek pooling separately-booked trekkers into one guided batch, the model local operators commonly use for this trek. A shared vehicle drives the group to the trailhead at 2,900m, then a licensed Garhwali guide leads the climb together: 5km of stone-paved trail through rhododendron-oak forest into alpine bugyal, to Tungnath - the world's highest Shiva temple at 3,680m. A further 1.5km of rocky ridge reaches Chandrashila summit near 4,000m, where the Garhwal wall opens out: Chaukhamba, Nanda Devi, Trishul and Kedar Dome. The descent retraces the trail back to Chopta by late afternoon.
Highlights
- Tungnath Temple - world's highest Shiva temple at 3,680m, third of the five Panch Kedar shrines
- Chandrashila Summit - near 4,000m ridge with Chaukhamba, Nanda Devi and Trishul in one sweep
- Alpine Bugyal Meadow - rolling high-altitude grassland above the treeline near Tungnath
- Rhododendron-Oak Forest - the trail's lower 2km through dense Himalayan forest cover
- Licensed Garhwali Guide - leads the pooled group's pacing, altitude monitoring and temple protocol throughout
Meeting Point: Shared after booking
Vehicle type
Hatchback
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Curated by
Evynx Travel & Experience
Operated by
Evynx Curated
Languages: English • Hindi
Operator Rating - overall
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Itinerary
DAY 1
Tungnath Temple Climb and the Chandrashila Ridge Summit
Trek: 6-8 hrs·Difficulty: Moderate
A single guided day-hike from your Chopta accommodation to Tungnath - the world's highest Shiva temple - and on to the Chandrashila summit ridge for the full Garhwal panorama.
Requirements
What you’ll need and key rules before you go.
What you’ll need
Essentials
- Trek-rated shoes with ankle support - mandatory for the Chandrashila boulder section
- Fitness to walk 13km round trip with 1,320m altitude gain in a single day
- Layered warm clothing - even June mornings at the trailhead are cold
- Original government photo ID for Tungnath temple entry
Optional
- Trekking poles are provided - bring a personal pair if preferred
- Binoculars for peak identification from Chandrashila summit
- Sunscreen SPF 50+ and lip balm - UV is strong above 3,000m
Rules & entry
- Tungnath opens late April to mid-November only - confirm season before booking
- No plastic permitted on the Tungnath trail - forest department eco-zone
- Modest dress and footwear removal required at the Tungnath sanctum
- Start by 7 AM - afternoon cloud and wind make the exposed ridge risky later
Policies
Cancellation & Refunds Policy
Effective date: 28 Aug 2026
This policy applies to all Guided Experiences booked on Evynx, unless a specific experience page clearly states a different policy ("Special Policy").
Key Terms
- Booking Time
- The time your payment is successfully completed on Evynx.
- Start Time / Date
- The start time/date shown on the experience detail page and confirmation.
- Refund Method
- Refunds are returned to the original payment method unless you choose Evynx Travel Credit (when offered).
Risk-Free 24-Hour Cancellation
You may cancel free of charge within 24 hours of Booking Time, provided the experience start time is at least 48 hours away.
Standard Cancellation Refunds
- More than 7 days before start: 90% refund
- 3–7 days before start: 50% refund
- Less than 72 hours / No-show: No refund
Refund Timelines
- Evynx processes eligible refunds within 24–48 hours of approval.
- Banks/UPI may take 3–10 business days to reflect the amount.
How to Cancel
Cancel from My Bookings (recommended). If you need help, contact Evynx support from the booking page.