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Where to Stay in Chopta and Auli: Camps, Hotels and Which Area to Pick
If you're wondering where to stay in Chopta, pick a camp at Chopta or nearby Duggalbitta or Baniyakund, so you're close to the Tungnath trail. For more comfort, stay in Sari village or Ukhimath and...
Gokeys team · 8 Oct 2026 · 6 min read
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Auli Chopta Packing List: What to Carry for Snow and Summer
Your Auli Chopta packing list should start with layers: thermal innerwear, a fleece, and a down or padded jacket. Add waterproof gloves, a woollen ...
8 Oct 2026 · 5 min read
Deoria Tal Trek: Distance, Route and How to Add It to Your Chopta Trip
The Deoria Tal trek is an easy 2.5–3 km uphill walk from Sari village, near Ukhimath, to a forest lake at about 2,400 m. The climb takes 1–1.5 hour...
8 Oct 2026 · 5 min read
Skiing in Auli for Beginners: Season, Costs and How to Start
Skiing in Auli usually runs from mid-January to early March, depending on snowfall. As a beginner, you can try it for a day with a local instructor...
8 Oct 2026 · 5 min read
Best Time to Visit Auli and Chopta: A Month-by-Month Guide
The best time to visit Auli Chopta depends on what you want: If you want... Go in Snow and skiing Mid-January to February Rhododendrons in bloom on...
8 Oct 2026 · 5 min read
Tungnath Chandrashila Trek Guide: Distance, Difficulty and Timings
The Tungnath Chandrashila trek starts at Chopta. Tungnath temple is about 3.5 km up the trail at 3,680 m, and Chandrashila peak is about 1.5 km fur...
8 Oct 2026 · 6 min read
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