Tungnath Yatra is one of the most sacred pilgrimages of Uttarakhand and holds a special place as the Third Kedar of the Panch Kedar Yatra. Located at an altitude of 3,680 meters, Tungnath is known as the highest Shiva temple in the world.
This holy shrine is situated near Chopta and is accessible through a scenic 05 km trek from Chopta. Surrounded by snow-covered Himalayan peaks and lush alpine meadows, the Tungnath trek offers a perfect blend of spiritual devotion, nature beauty and adventure.
CallATour offers well-planned Tungnath Yatra packages from Haridwar including transportation, accommodation, meals and trek assistance. Many pilgrims also combine Tungnath darshan with the famous Chandrashila summit trek, which offers breathtaking 360-degree Himalayan views.
Book your Tungnath Yatra tour package with CallATour and experience divine energy at the world’s highest Shiva temple.
| 📍 Location | Chopta, Rudraprayag |
| 🔱 Kedar Number | Third Kedar of Panch Kedar |
| 🙏 Form of Shiva | Bahu (Arms) |
| 🥾 Trek Distance | Approx. 05 km (One Way) |
| ⛰️ Altitude | 3,680 meters (Highest Shiva Temple) |
| ⏱️ Trek Time | 2–3 hours |
| 📊 Difficulty | Easy to Moderate |
| 📆 Temple Open | May to November |
Tungnath Temple is the highest Shiva temple in the world and the most accessible shrine of Panch Kedar, ideal for families, beginners and spiritual travelers.
Limited season • Best local support • Trusted by pilgrims
Begin your sacred Tungnath Yatra with early morning pickup from Haridwar or Rishikesh. Drive via Devprayag, Rudraprayag and Ukhimath. Enjoy scenic Himalayan views and overnight stay at Chopta.
🛏 Stay: Chopta | 🍽 Meals: Dinner
Early morning start trek from Chopta to Tungnath Temple (3.5 km), the highest Shiva temple in the world. After darshan, trek further to Chandrashila peak (optional) for panoramic Himalayan views. Return to Chopta by evening.
🥾 Trek: 3.5 km (one way)
🛏 Stay: Chopta | 🍽 Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
After breakfast, drive back to Haridwar or Rishikesh via scenic mountain routes. The Tungnath Yatra concludes with divine blessings of Lord Shiva.
🚗 Drop: Haridwar / Rishikesh | 🍽 Meals: Breakfast
⚠️ Important: Carry light luggage only. Heavy bags may cause difficulty during the Tungnath trek.
The Panch Kedar Yatra consists of five holy temples of Lord Shiva located in the Garhwal Himalayas. These temples are believed to be the places where different parts of Lord Shiva appeared after the Mahabharata era.
🙏 Pilgrims often complete the entire Panch Kedar Yatra after Kedarnath darshan to attain spiritual fulfillment and divine blessings.
📌 Best months: May–June & September–October
Q1. Where is Tungnath Temple located?
Tungnath Temple is located near Chopta in Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand.
Q2. What is the trek distance to Tungnath?
The trek distance is approximately 05 km from Chopta.
Q3. Is Tungnath part of Panch Kedar?
Yes, Tungnath is the third Kedar among the five Panch Kedar temples.
Q4. Is Tungnath trek easy?
Yes, Tungnath trek is considered easy to moderate and suitable for beginners.
Q5. When is Tungnath Temple open?
The temple opens in May and closes around October due to heavy snowfall.
Q6. Can Tungnath be visited with family?
Yes, families and senior citizens with basic fitness can visit Tungnath.
Q7. Can Tungnath Yatra be done in one day?
Yes, Tungnath Temple can be covered in one day from Chopta.
Q8. Is registration required for Tungnath Yatra?
Yes, Uttarakhand government yatra registration is mandatory.
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