Chopta - Mandal : Bird Photography Workshop 17-21 December, 2025 (Sold Out)

October 27, 2025

Chopta - Mandal : Bird Photography Workshop 17-21 December, 2025 (Sold Out)

Chopta is a picturesque hill station in Uttarakhand, often called the "Mini Switzerland of India," and serves as the base for the famous treks to Tungnath (the world's highest Shiva temple) and Chandrashila peak. Located at an altitude of about 2,700–2,900 meters in the Rudraprayag district, Chopta is nestled within lush meadows, dense evergreen forests, and offers stunning panoramic views of the Himalayan peaks, including Trishul, Nanda Devi, and Chaukhamba.

Arrival: Wednesday, 17 December 2025
Departure: Sunday, 21 December 2025

📍 Location: Chopta, Uttarakhand

Itinerary Overview

Chopta Bird Photography Trip (Dehradun to Dehradun) 4 Nights & 5 Days

Day 1: Arrive at Jolly grant airport, Dehradun early morning and drive to Mandal (7-8hours)

Reach Mandal in evening and rest.

Overnight at Mandal

Day 2: Full day birding at Mandal (Mandal is a small village near Chopta inside the Kedarnath Wildlife Sanctuary, hosting few rare

finches and woodpecker in its forest)

Overnight at Mandal

Day 3: Early morning drive to Chopta (30 min). Upon reching Chopta trek to Tungnath. Morning session dedicated to photographing Monal and Koklass Pheasant. Afternoon and evening birding session in the forest trails of Chopta.

Overnight at Chopta

Day 4: Full day birding in Chopta and Tungnath.

Overnight at Chopta.

Day 5: Early morning checkout from Chopta and drive back to Dehradun Airport.

Services end

Key Birds Spcies:

Himalayan Monal (state bird of Uttarakhand)
Koklass Pheasant
Cheer Pheasant
Snow Partridge
Himalayan Griffon
Scarlet Finch
Hill Partridge
GoldenEye
Mountain Hawk Eagle
Bearded Vulture
Laughingthrushes (various species)
Tit and Warbler species
Long-tailed Minivet
Red-billed and Yellow-billed Blue Magpie
Eurasian Woodcock
Yellow-rumped Honeyguide
Different sunbirds
Brown Dipper
Russet Sparrow

Best Time to Visit :

Winter (November to March) offers clear skies and snow, making Chopta a popular winter destination, though some routes may be blocked by snowfall.

Chopta is an ideal spot for nature lovers, trekkers, bird watchers, and those seeking tranquility in the Himalayas, offering both natural beauty and opportunities for spiritual exploration at ancient temples

🧭 Additional Tips:

Clothing: Light, neutral-colored cotton clothes; full sleeves; cap/hat.
Essentials: Water, sunscreen, insect repellent, binoculars, camera (no flash).
Rules: No loud talking, littering, or feeding animals.

Session includes :

Accomodation at Chopta and Mandal for 4 Nights (twin sharing)
All meals from Day 1 Dinner to Day 4 Breakfast.
All transportation during the tour (Dehradun to Dehradun)
Services of a professional bird guide.
All permits and camera fee
Session does not include :