Chopta

Tucked away in the Garhwal Himalayas, Chopta, often known as the “mini Switzerland” of Uttarakhand, is a slice of beauty at an approximate elevation of 2,608 meters. Encircled by velvety meadows or bugyals and immaculate snow-capped peaks, Chopta is a year-round vacation spot that is delightful in the summer, refreshing in the monsoon, and a snow-covered wonderland in the winter.

The Panch Kedar, the state’s five holiest Shiva temples, has its epicenter at Chopta. The temples of Kedarnath and Madmaheshwar are situated on its left, Rudranath and Kalpeshwar are on its right, and the Tungnath temple is directly above it. More than 240 different species of birds can be seen in Chopta, a haven for birdwatchers. Native and migratory species such as the Himalayan monal, Himalayan swiftlet, Himalayan griffon, scarlet finch, hill partridge, and others can be seen here. The greatest locations for observing our feathered companions are nearby locations like Dugalbitta, Mandal village, Makkumath, and the Tungnath hike path. National and international organizations dedicated to biodiversity and conservation have designated Chopta as an important bird-watching location.

BEST TIME TO VISIT

Chopta is a great place to visit all year round, but most visitors come here to escape the heat. If you’re an adventurer, though, a winter hike through this area would be amazing. The temperature is temperate and the summers are particularly lovely with a cool breeze. However, winter brings below-freezing temperatures and a blanket of snow covering the entire area. The months of April through June and September through November are the ideal times to explore Chopta.

ATTRACTIONS

Tungnath

Chandrashila

Deoriatal

Where to Stay

Chopta offers a wide variety of options, including home stays and camps with different range If you wish to visit Chopta, camping there will be a great option.

HOW TO REACH

By Flight

The closest airport to Chopta is Jolly Grant Airport, which is located 221 kilometers away. Jolly Grant Airport has regular flights to Delhi, making it well connected. Motorable roads connect Chopta and Jolly Grant Airport effectively. From Jolly Grant Airport, there are taxis that go to Chopta.

By Train

Rishikesh is the closest train station to Chopta. On NH58, the Rishikesh railway station is located 202 kilometers ahead of Chopta. Major Indian cities are well-connected to Rishikesh by railway networks. To get to Rishikesh, trains run often. Chopta and Rishikesh are well connected by motorable highways. From Rishikesh, there are buses and taxis that go to Rudraprayag, Ukhimath, Chopta, and Srinagar.

By Road

Chopta has good motorway connectivity to the state’s main locations in Uttrakhand. From ISBT Kashmiri Gate, buses to Rishikesh and Srinagar are available. Major Uttarakhand destinations such as Rishikesh, Pauri, Uttarkashi, Rudraprayag, Gaurikund, Srinagar, Gopeshwar, etc. have easy access to buses and taxis that go to Chopta. Situated on the route that links Guptkashi and Gopeshwar is Chopta.