Tungnath Temple Trek

Inclusions:

1. Trekking Guide :

   • If you book with a trekking company, a local guide is usually provided to ensure safety and offer information about the region and trail.

2. Meals :

   • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are often included, especially for multi-day trekking packages.
   • Tea or snacks are sometimes offered at rest points on the trek.

3. Accommodation:

   • If staying overnight at Chopta or during the trek, camping gear (tents, sleeping bags, etc.) may be included.
   • Some packages may include stays at basic lodges or guesthouses in Chopta.

4. Permits and Entry Fees:

   • Certain treks, particularly those in wildlife sanctuaries like Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary, may require permits. These are typically included in organized treks.

5. First Aid and Safety Measures:

   • Basic first-aid supplies are usually provided by trekking guides, along with other necessary safety equipment like oxygen cylinders in some cases (for high altitudes).

6. Tungnath Temple Darshan:

   • A visit to Tungnath Temple is included as the central point of the trek. If you are trekking on your own, there are no entry fees for the temple itself.

7. Chandrashila Summit (Optional):

   • For those wishing to continue to Chandrashila Peak after Tungnath, this is generally included in most organized trekking packages.

Exclusions:

1. Transport to Chopta:

   • Most trekking packages exclude transportation from your starting point (like Haridwar or Rishikesh) to Chopta, which is the base for the Tungnath trek. You’ll need to arrange your own vehicle or public transport.

2. Personal Expenses:

   • Items like snacks, bottled water, personal gear (trekking poles, hiking boots, etc.), or additional services (laundry, etc.) are usually not included.

3. Insurance:

   • Travel or medical insurance is generally not included, so you would need to secure your own insurance for the trek.

4. Porters or Mule Service:

   • If you have heavy luggage, porters or mule services to carry your gear may not be included unless you book them separately.

5. Specialty Gear:

   • While tents and sleeping bags may be included in camping packages, personal trekking gear like trekking poles, shoes, waterproof jackets, etc., are generally not provided.

6. Extra Stay or Sightseeing:

   • If you wish to extend your stay in Chopta or explore other areas like Deoria Tal or Kedarnath, these activities will likely be excluded from a standard Tungnath trek package.

7. Any Temple Donations or Special Rituals:

   • Donations to the Tungnath Temple or participation in special poojas (rituals) are typically not covered in trekking costs.

8. Winter Equipment (Snow Trekking):

   • If you are trekking in winter and need crampons, gaiters, or other snow trekking equipment, these might not be included.

       General Tips for the Tungnath Trek:

• Weather Conditions: Be prepared for changing weather, especially if you're trekking in winter or during the rainy season.
• Fitness Level: While the trek is relatively short (4 km to the temple and an additional 1.5 km to Chandrashila), it's steep, so moderate physical fitness is recommended.
• Best Time to Visit: The ideal trekking season is from April to November. During winter (December to March), the temple is closed, but the trek is still possible for snow trekking.