Chopta, Tungnath & Chandrashila vs Gaumukh & Tapovan
Pick Chopta, Tungnath & Chandrashila for
first-timers, snow, peace and quiet, an easier walk, a smaller budget, fewer days
Pick Gaumukh & Tapovan for
adventure, camping, a real challenge
| Chopta, Tungnath & Chandrashila | Gaumukh & Tapovan | |
|---|---|---|
| Region | Uttarakhand, Chopta, Rudraprayag | Uttarakhand, Gangotri, Uttarkashi |
| Highest point | 4,000 m | 4,460 m |
| Difficulty | Easy–moderate | Moderate |
| Trek distance | about 10 km | about 36 km |
| Days on the ground | 4–5 | 6–7 |
| Best months | Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov | May, Jun, Sep, Oct |
| Snow likely | Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar | Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr |
| Crowds in season | Moderate | Moderate |
| Daily spend | about ₹2,200 | about ₹2,800 |
| Gateway | Dehradun / Rishikesh | Dehradun |
| With kids | Good | Not advised |
| With seniors | Possible | Not advised |
| Permits | None for Indian citizens. | Gangotri National Park permit; daily entry cap — book in advance. |
Chopta, Tungnath & Chandrashila: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- ❄︎Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- ❄︎Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
Gaumukh & Tapovan: when to go
- ❄︎Jan
- ❄︎Feb
- ❄︎Mar
- ❄︎Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely