DeoriaTal and Chandrashila are two separate locations situated in the state of Uttarakhand, India.

Deoriatal is a lake about 3 km from the village of Sari on the Ukhimath-Chopta road. It is around 24 km from Chandrashila. This distance between Deoria Tal and Chandrashila is worth trekking.

Chandrashila is a summit above the Tungnath temple which is the highest Shiva temple in the world.  The word Chandrashila means ‘Moon rock’ and is at a height of 3690m elevation. 

The nearest point from where you can commence your journey for Sari is Dehradun/Rishikesh.  You can reach Dehradun via air/train/road or Rishikesh via bus/road. 

Once you are in Dehradun/Rishikesh, you can take a bus till Rudraprayag. You have a morning 5:30 bus available and you should reach Rudraprayag by 11:30am. You can take the next bus to Ukhimath from Rudraprayag. Bus frequency for Ukhimath is not a problem and therefore you can reach the bus stand at any time to take the next bus to Ukhimath. The bus fare is around Rs. 80.

Once you reach Ukhimath, hire a shared cab to Sari. Ukhimath is a small town and cabs are available at the marketplace from morning until afternoon. The fare ranges between 50 - 60 INR per person.

If you wish to book your own cab, you can pre-book from Rishikesh up till Sari which costs around 600 - 1000 INR/person

The journey is not too long and can be completed in one stretch. There are many restaurants and dhabas (eating stalls) available at all the stops mentioned. So commuting is not an issue.

2. Rudraprayag - Gopeshwar - Mandal - Sari

This route while available is not recommended as it is a deliberate round about increasing the distance and time to reach Sari. This route is applicable for trekkers coming from the northern part of Uttarakhand like Joshimath.

The best way to reach Sari is via Rudraprayag - Ukhimath. The commute is easily available with loads of places to eat. 

Journey from Dehradun to Rudraprayag is picturesque with hills around and serene sun rays bathing the alpine forest across the hills. As you reach Rudraprayag, you will see the confluence of Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers. It's a sight to behold. The union of gushing Mandakini and the calm Alakananda is a view that cannot be missed. 

As you travel through the narrow roads from Rudraprayag to Ukhimath and subsequently to Sari, you will come across a lot of farms growing Rajma (kidney beans), potatoes and mustard. As you reach closer to Ukhimath, you will pass through Guptkashi from where you take a left turn to Gaurikund which is the starting point of Kedarnath. As you get closer to Ukhimath, you will also experience the first view of Mt. Chaukhamba. 

The journey from Ukhimath to Sari is short but sets you up for the forthcoming trek as you are able to view the Chandrashila summit for the very first time.

This article gives a detailed explaination on where the Deoriatal Chandrashila trek is and how you can reach there in the best way possible

Where is Deoriatal Chandrashila Trek?

Gaumukh Tapovan trek is situated in the Greater Himalayas. It lies in the state of Uttarakhand and begins and ends at the pilgrim town of Gangotri, which is in the Uttarkashi district. The trail goes through the Greater Himalayas within the confines of Gangotri National Park.

You can reach Gangotri from all major cities and towns of Delhi, Dehradun, Rishikesh, Haridwar or Uttarkashi. It is well connected by road.

By Air - The closest you can reach Gangotri by air is to Delhi/Dehradun.

By rail - The closest railway station is in Rishikesh which is 243 km away

By road - Daily buses and shared cabs are available from all locations 

Irrespective of the closest destination, you must take buses/shared cabs from Uttarkashi to Gangotri.

Direct Buses are available from Dehradun/Rishikesh to Gangotri. They are not on all days, and there's no fixed schedule. The frequency of these buses is quite unpredictable and dynamic. It is not in place during the offseason. 

Buses from Dehradun/Rishikesh to Uttarkashi ply pretty frequently. They ply early morning till 12 in the afternoon, sometimes till 2pm. It is recommended to start early to reach Gangotri on the same day. Ticket fares are between Rs 400-500. 

Shared taxis from the Dehradun taxi stand (near parade ground) to Uttarkashi are also available, which cost around Rs 400 per person. You can get down and then take another shared taxi to Bhatwari, which costs approximately Rs 300 per person. 

These taxis (Mahindra Bolero with a capacity of 8 - 10 people) only commute once they are completely filled with passengers. Therefore you can expect a waiting time of 1 - 1.5 hours, depending on the situation. From Bhatwari, you will have to take another shared taxi to Gangotri, which also costs around Rs 300. 

You can also travel to Gangotri by your own car. Gangotri is well connected by road. 

Pro Tip:  It is advisable to break your journey if you plan to reach Gangotri via road. We recommend reaching Dehradun via air/rail/road and then taking a bus to Uttarkashi. From there, take a shared cab until Gangotri the next day. 

What to expect from the journey to Gangotri

The first stretch from Dehradun to Uttarkashi is quite scenic. As you pass Mussoorie, you will enjoy the lush coniferous forests till Moriyana top. 

The view from Uttarkashi to Bhatwari is also beautiful as you go along the Bhagirathi river, which changes its colours from pure blue to greyish-blue as per different seasons. 

Nature shows off her charm further as you move closer to Gangotri. The mountain views become more majestic and grand. The valley keeps narrowing, and you can feel closer to the Himalayan mountain ranges. Each mountain's texture and cut is a view you should not miss. 

You'll see a few broad and narrow sections of the Bhagirathi river. As you move around 10 km up close to Gangotri, you can feel you are moving right in the middle of a mountain up across a narrow valley. The entire route is also lined up with deodar and pine trees, making the experience spectacular. 

The final 5 km up till Gangotri is lined with sharp peaks. You will feel like they are welcoming you in Gangotri when you see them.

Here is a detailed information on the location of the Gaumukh Trek and how you can ge there.

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