Binsar vs Chopta, Tungnath & Chandrashila
Pick Binsar for
peace and quiet, comfort, couples, fewer people, an easier walk
Pick Chopta, Tungnath & Chandrashila for
first-timers, a spiritual journey, photography, a smaller budget
| Binsar | Chopta, Tungnath & Chandrashila | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Uttarakhand, Almora, Kumaon | Uttarakhand, Chopta, Rudraprayag |
| Highest point | 2,412 m | 4,000 m |
| Difficulty | Easy | Easy–moderate |
| Trek distance | No trek needed | about 10 km |
| Days on the ground | 3–4 | 4–5 |
| Best months | Mar, Apr, Oct, Nov | Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov |
| Snow likely | Jan, Feb | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar |
| Crowds in season | Quiet | Moderate |
| Daily spend | about ₹3,500 | about ₹2,200 |
| Gateway | Kathgodam | Dehradun / Rishikesh |
| With kids | Good | Good |
| With seniors | Great | Possible |
| Permits | Sanctuary entry fee at the gate. | None for Indian citizens. |
Binsar: 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