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Deoria Tal Trek.

Deoria Tal Trek
easy

Deoria Tal Trek

Chopta

A 2.5km steep-but-short trek from Sari village (1900m) up to Deoria Tal (2438m) — a still emerald lake that mirrors the Chaukhamba massif on a windless morning. The Mahabharata calls this where the Pandavas encountered the Yaksha; locals know it as a family-grade overnight camp. Continues to Chopta and Tungnath for those wanting a 3–4 day extension.

2
Days
5km
Distance
2,438m
Max Altitude
easy
Fitness
6+
Age
Best months:
AprMayJunSepOctNov
Chaukhamba peak reflection at first light — book a lakeside tent and wake at 5amGMVN-run + private lakeside camps; no concrete construction within 200m of waterBird diversity: monal, koklass, Himalayan griffonTrail extends to Chopta (12km) — popular 3–4 day Deoria Tal-Chandrashila comboFamily-friendly distance and gradient

Warnings

⚠Lake has no safety barriers — supervise children near the water

⚠Leeches in monsoon (Jul–Aug) on the lower forest section

⚠Partial freeze Dec–Feb; trail still walkable but camping shifts to Sari guesthouses

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Campsites

GMVN tent zone

2,400m

Pre-pitched 4-person tents, mattress, bedding. Toilet 60m walk; no electricity.

💧 Water⛺ Flat ground

Trekmunk / Bikat permit camp

2,410m

Pre-pitched + dining tent + guide; book ahead.

💧 Water⛺ Flat ground

Cost Estimate

Self-organized
₹1,500
With Guide
₹3,500
Full operator
₹5,500

Per-person, 2-day. Self-organized = Sari taxi + GMVN tent + meals. With operator = Rishikesh pickup + tent + meals + guide. Quotes valid Apr 2025–Mar 2026.

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