Chopta, Uttarakhand · Chopta travel guide
Temple

The highest Shiva temple in the world, accessed via trek and offering panoramic Himalayan views.
| Time to spend | About 5.5 h (4–7 h) |
|---|---|
| Best time of day | 6–9 AM — start trek early for clear views and to return by afternoon |
| Avoid | 2–6 PM — afternoon cloud, rain and cold on the ridge |
| Best months | May–Jun, Sep–Oct |
| Months to avoid | Jul–Aug, Nov–Apr |
| Entry fee | Free entry |
| Setting | Outdoor |
| Effort | Strenuous — ~3.5 km steep trek from Chopta to 3,680 m |
| Good for | Couples, Solo, Groups |
| Rating | 4.8 / 5 on Google (11,195 reviews) |
Temple open roughly May to October; shut in winter under snow. Monsoon brings landslides.



Most visitors spend about 5.5 h; 4–7 h depending on pace.
6–9 AM, for start trek early for clear views and to return by afternoon. The best months are May–Jun, Sep–Oct.
Entry is free.
Modest dress; remove footwear