Tungnath & Chandrashila Base Camp - Chopta Valley

Tripoto
26th Feb 2022
Photo of Tungnath & Chandrashila Base Camp - Chopta Valley by Bohemian_Soul

We pass through Ukimath and a small hamlet Baniyakund from where the meadow line for Chopta Valley begins.

Photo of Tungnath & Chandrashila Base Camp - Chopta Valley by Bohemian_Soul

Chopta (located at 8556 ft) in the Garhwal Himalayas is the epicentre of Panchkedar (five mostsacred Shiva temples). On its left are Kedarnath and Madmaheshwar shrines, on the right are Rudranath and Kalpeshwar, and just above it, Tungnath.

Reached the base camp welcomed by heavenly snowfall.

Photo of Tungnath & Chandrashila Base Camp - Chopta Valley by Bohemian_Soul

The powder snow looked like a huge mattress covering the complete valley.

Base Camp Tents

Photo of Tungnath & Chandrashila Base Camp - Chopta Valley by Bohemian_Soul

Waking-up to watch the crimson rays of sun kissing the snow-laden Himalayas was so peaceful. Best sunrise with a cup of coffee!

Morning view

Photo of Tungnath & Chandrashila Base Camp - Chopta Valley by Bohemian_Soul