Bhimtal & Naukuchiatal vs Chopta, Tungnath & Chandrashila
Pick Bhimtal & Naukuchiatal for
tight budgets, family trips, couples, an easier walk, fewer days
Pick Chopta, Tungnath & Chandrashila for
nature, first-timers, a spiritual journey
| Bhimtal & Naukuchiatal | Chopta, Tungnath & Chandrashila | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Uttarakhand, Nainital, Kumaon | Uttarakhand, Chopta, Rudraprayag |
| Highest point | 1,400 m | 4,000 m |
| Difficulty | Easy | Easy–moderate |
| Trek distance | No trek needed | about 10 km |
| Days on the ground | 2–3 | 4–5 |
| Best months | Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct, Nov | Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov |
| Snow likely | Rarely | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar |
| Crowds in season | Moderate | Moderate |
| Daily spend | about ₹2,500 | about ₹2,200 |
| Gateway | Kathgodam | Dehradun / Rishikesh |
| With kids | Great | Good |
| With seniors | Great | Possible |
| Permits | None. | None for Indian citizens. |
Bhimtal & Naukuchiatal: when to go
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Chopta, Tungnath & Chandrashila: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- ❄︎Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- ❄︎Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely