Chopta Travel Guide (Char Dham)

Chopta offers amazing views of the imposing Himalayan range including Trishul, Nanda Devi and Chaukhamba. It is located at an elevation of 2680 mts above sea level.

Chopta is small settlement and Commencement point to 3rd of Panch Kedar Tungnath About 3.5 Km from here. Another 1 k.m from Tungnath temple leads to Chandrashila Peak (About 4000 mts).

This place is popularly known as 'Mini Switzerland' in Uttaranchal and Northern India. Chopta is rich in varied flora and fauna. Chopta is situated amidst thick forest of pine, deodar and rhododendrons

Chopta is 36 km from Gopeshwar, 254 km from Rishikesh, 450 km (approx) from Delhi and the best time to visit there is from June to November.

Places To Visit In Chopta

• Tungnath:- It is the highest temple of Hindu Lord Shiva. It is a one of the five temple which comes under the Panch kedar circuit.
• Karanprayag:- This place is situated 22 km from Nandprayag. It is situated at a holy confluence of Alakananda and Pindar River at an height of 788 mt above from the sea level.
• Nanda Temple:- This religious Hindu temple is situated at the confluence of two holy rivers which are Alakananda and Nandakini river. It is located in Nandaprayag.
• Nandaprayag:– It is a small town which is situated in the sacred confluence of the two rivers which are Alakananda and Nandakini. People believe that a holy dip in this sacred confluence will wash all their sins.
• Kedarnath:– It is one of the most popular temples in Uttarakhand. It comes under the Chota Chardham circuit. Pilgrims have to trek 16 km to visit this holy temple.
• Chandrashila Trek:– Chandrashila trek is started from Chopta. This trek offers you the beautiful view of some snow covered mountains.
• Dugalbitta:– Dugal Bitta means the space of location between the two mountains. It is a part of Kedaarnath Wildlife Sanctuary and it is a natural treasure itself.

Char Dham Distance Chart From Chopta

Chopta can be reached by Via Ukimath if you are coming from Kedarnath and moving towards Badrinath during your Char Dham Yatra. There are small Shops & rooms available with basic facility for Trekkers to Tungnath and Char Dham pilgrims.

Many pilgrims visit Tungnath Temple and Ukhimath with Char Dham Yatra.

Chopta  – Gangotri
Distance:– 333 kms
Time:– 12 hrs
Route:– Chopta – Ukhimath – Augustmuni – Rudraprayag – Srinagar – Naughar –Uttarkashi – Gangotri

Chopta– Kedarnath
Distance:- 90 Kms
Time:– 5 hrs
Route:– Chopta – Ukhimath  –Guptkashi – Sonprayag –  Gaurikund – Kedarnath

Chopta  – Badrinath
Distance:– 143 kms
Time:- 6 hrs
Route:– Chopta – Chamoli – Pipalkoti  – Joshimath–Govindghat – Pandukeshwar –Hanuman Chatti – Badrinath

Top 5 Places To Stay in Chopta

There are few options for accommodation in Chopta during Char Dham Yatra. Following is the list of hotels, resorts, guest houses in Chopta.

1) Mayadeep Resort
It is a deluxe pocket friendly resort in the beautiful picturesque location in region of Chopta. This beautiful resort is surrounded by the dense forest of lush green meadows and Deodar trees.
Address:- Dugalbitta, Chopta, Opp. PWD Guest House.

2) Neelkanth Camps
Neelkanth camps offers deluxe tents and rooms at a pocket friendly of budget price with essential facilities. This camp offers you the beautiful view of snow clad mountains.
Address:- 3 kms before Chopta, on Ukhimath-Chopta road.

3) The Rudralok Hotel
This hotel is situated in Gopeshwar. All rooms are well maintained and has a TV with cable channels, AC, Wardrobe and a attached bathroom.
Address:- 1 Gopeshwar Mandal Road, Chamoli Gopeshwar 246401.

4) Peaches And Pears
Peaches and Pears is a Himalayan homestay which runs by a local family which offers warm hospitality to their guests. This beautiful homestay offers its guests to witness the local culture and the beauty of nature.
Address:- Ghingran Road, Rauli, Gopeshwar, Uttarakhand.

5) Himalaya Resort
This resort is the second home for the travellers or trekkers of Chopta, Tungnath and Chandrashila. This resort is the best place for trekkers and backpackers who are looking for adventure in the beautiful dense forest of Deodar, Pine and Oak trees.
Address:- Ukhiamath-Chopta- Gopeshwar Road, Chopta 246419 India,

How To Reach Chopta

Chopta well connected by motorable roads but the place does not have any airports and railway stations. You can easily travel here by using public transport as well as by driving your own vehicle.

Route 1:- Delhi – Chopta via Haridwar
By Road:- Chopta is well connected by motorable roads from Delhi. There are many regular buses available for travelling to Chopta from Delhi via Haridwar. You can also drive your car to travel Chopta.

Chopta does not have any railway station & its own airport. Tourists can reach Haridwar via train then hire a taxi, cab or local bus to reach Chopta. It will take approximately 7 hours to reach Chopta.

Route 2:- Delhi – Chopta via Dehradun
By Road:– Chopta is well connected by motorable roads from Delhi. There are many regular buses available for traveling to Chopta from Delhi via Dehradun. You can also drive your car to travel Chopta.