6 Days & 5 Nights Trekking Retreat in Chopta -Tungnath-Chandrashila 

 

Himalayan Yoga Association is organizing 6 days & 5 Nights Trekking retreat in Himalayas at Chopta. Chopta is a small village in uttarakhand (India) which is also known as mini Switzerland with an altitude of 4000 meters (13000 ft) above sea level.

Arrival & Departure Day’s
Retreat starts on day 02 at 4:00 Am, In order to attend the retreat you should arrive at ashram on day 01, Retreat completes on day 05 by evening so Departure must be done on Day 06 before 12:00 Pm afternoon.

Chopta village is surrounded by deciduous forest of pine, deodar and rhododendron is rich in flora, fauna include rare species of birds and musk deer. Chopta is also part of kedarnath wild-life sanctuary located in uttarakhand an state of india. It is also a base for trekking to tungnath (temple) & chandrashila peak. Tungnath is the highest temple of the Lord shiva in grahwal. Where from one can see clear view of the most prominent peaks such as panchchuli (6940 m), Nanda devi (7816 m), Nilkanth kedarnath (6596 m).


Nanda devi-

Nanda devi is the second highest mountain in India and the highest located entirely with the country. It is also 23rd highest peak in the world. The submit chandrashila peak provides a breath-taking 360 degree view which is unlike than other ordinary mountains view. During the winter months due to the snowfall chandrashila & tungnath temple are covered with snow which is the best time to experience the true beauty of nature.

Chopta is simply accessible from rishikesh by car. It takes about 5 to 6 hours to reach chopta. Morning sun-rise and chirping of birds, cool healthy breeze, hot cup of tea and rays of the sun kissing the snow leden of Himalayas present enchanting view which is absolute beauty.

    6 Days & 5 Nights Retreat in Himalayas Chopta itinerary

    Day 01 : Check-In Day
    Participant must check-in in our ashram after 12:00 pm afternoon, check-in day is included in the package price, day 01 includes lunch, dinner and stay then next day early in the morning we will start our trip to chopta trek.

    Day 02: Rishikesh to Deoria Tal (2438 mts / 7998 ft)

    we will wake up around 4:00 Am in the morning to start our journey to Deoria tal by 5:00 Am, In the early morning you can see snow-capped Himalayan ranges, 7:00 Am we will breakfast at devpriyag then around 1:00 Pm we will reach to Deoria Tal we will do the lunch then we will cover 3 kms trek to get to the top the deoria tal to set our tents for overnight stay, 6:00 Pm we will watch beautiful sunset then, 7:00 Pm Dinner, 8:30 Pm- lights off.

    Day 03: Deoria Tal to Chopta
    In the morning we will wake up around 6:00 to 7:00 Am, we will have our breakfast then after breakfast we will drive to Chopta around, we will have our lunch afterward In the evening we will explore the magnificent view of the Himalayas and local market andculture at 7:30 pm- dinner with music and bonfire, 9:30 Pm- sleep.

    Day 04: Chopta to Tungnath (3680 ft / 12070 ft) – Chandrashila (4090 mts / 13415)
    We will wake up around 6:00 to 7:00 Am After that breakfast then we will start trek to Tungnath with packed lunch. Tungnath is situated at the height of 3680mts above the sea level. The trek is 3 kms upward and en-route you will find lush green meadows. You can witness a wide range of snow capped Himalayas. Upon arriving, pay a visit to Tungnath Temple. After resting for a while, you can head out for Chandrashila peak, which is 1 kilometer away from Tungnath. Later trek back to Chopta for dinner and overnight stay.

    Day 05: Chopta – Rishikesh.
    We will wake up around 6:00 to 7:00 Am therefore breakfast, drive back to the ashram, in between we will have lunch while driving back, we will reach ashram around 4:00 pm afternoon after some rest around 7:00 Pm group dinner and celebration on the successful completion of chopta trek.

    Day 06: Rishikesh
    Day 06 is check-out day so particpant must check-out before 12:00 pm afternoon – breakfast is included. 

    6 Days trekking retreat Dates 2022

     

    Yoga retreat dates -2022
    We are available from 1st to 28th of every month, you can join us in any day in between from 1st to 28th of every month.

     

    Retreat Fees in indian rupees & USD
    35,000 in indian rupees / 500 USD in American dollar.

    When you book with us you get a complimentary Yoga Workshop. The Workshop is Pre-recorded and live classes based. (Choose any one from the list below)


    7 Days Online Meditation Workshop 

    7 Days Online Yoga Anatomy Workshop

    7 Days Online Yoga Philosophy Workshop

    7 Days Online Pranayama Workshop 

    7 Days Online Ashtanga Yoga Workshop 

    7 Days Online Hatha/Vinyasa Flow Workshop

    Advisory

    Climatic conditions in the high altitudes vary from the Plains, take adequate time to get acclimatized to high altitude.
    Pay heed to the trek leader or instructor in order to enjoy a safe & sound trekking experience.
    Do not consume alcohol or any other intoxicants during the trek.
    Avoid trekking during the nights.
    Before under-taking the trek, consult a physician.
    Carry basic medications and first-aid kit during the trek.
    The trek takes place through eco-friendly zone, do not encourage littering the local sites or campsites.

    What is included ? 
    5 Nights camping-style Shared Accommodation 
    3 Times Veg meals. 
    Transportation throughout the retreat. 
    Experienced Guide.  
    Mineral water/ tissue paper/ toilet paper.

    Important note In shared accommodation female shares accommodation with female and male shares accommodation with male rest of the modification in the accommodation can be made for that you will have to update the management in the time of the booking. 

     

    Things to carry

    1- Trek pants- 2 pairs (ignor jeans, shorts, capris, denims.
    2- T-shirt- 4 pairs (2 full & 2 half sleeves).
    3- sweater- 2 ( 1 fleece & 1 woolen).
    4- jacket- 2 ( 1 fleece & 1 down feather).
    5- Thermal wear- 1 nos.
    6- Gloves- woolen & water-proof.
    7- socks- (3 cotton & 2 woolen pairs).
    8- warm inner- wears.
    9- rain coat- 1.
    10- handkerchief or towel.
    11- slippers.
    12- back-pack & rain cover.
    13- couple of water-bottles.
    14- Hiking shoes water-proof & ankle support.
    15- glucose, chocolate, biscuits & nuts.
    16- Personal medical kit ( if you require).
    17- caps- 2 ( 1 suncap & woolen cap).

    Refund Policy – Himalayan Yoga Association

    Retreat fees will not be refundable, only in the case of emergency participant can join us on other schedules.