Conquer the Deoria Tal - Tungnath Chopta trekking route.

During her four months working in India, Le Thi Yen Nhi (23 years old, from Nghe An) had many experiences and interesting discoveries about the country. Recently, she trekked Deoria Tal - Tungnath in the Himalayas. "This trekking journey was not only an adventure, but also a spiritual experience and a powerful connection with the majestic nature of my life," Yen Nhi shared with Travellive.

For nature lovers and those passionate about hiking trails, the Tungnath Trek is a perfect experience. "In my opinion, this route is easy and comfortable for trekking beginners because the path is made of stone steps, and the scenery is open and not too overgrown," she shared. It took her and the group about 4 hours to get from the starting point to Deoria Tal Lake. Deoria Tal Lake captivates visitors with its clear blue water, situated at an altitude of approximately 2,438 meters.

The winding trail meanders through charming villages and oak forests, eventually leading to the tranquil Chopta meadows. From Chopta to Tungnath, the route is covered in rhododendron blossoms against the enchanting backdrop of the Himalayas.

The trekking route to Tungnath was a greater challenge for Yen Nhi. Although it was only about 8.9 km round trip, the path was difficult with many slippery sections and steep terrain. Near the summit, she felt dizzy and fainted due to altitude sickness. After receiving first aid, she regained consciousness and continued to the summit. It took her about 4 hours to complete this trekking leg.

"Trekking is not just a physical challenge, but also a psychological one. Every step brings a sense of victory and new excitement, making me feel strong and full of energy. Trekking also gives me the opportunity to discover my own capabilities. Besides the beautiful scenery in the Himalayas, I have a good impression of the Indian people. They are very cheerful, love to sing and dance, and both men and women dance beautifully. Especially, they always know how to care for foreigners," Yen Nhi shared.

What preparations are needed for the Deoria Tal - Tungnath Chopta trekking trip?

She began trekking the Deoria Tal trail on the first afternoon after arriving in Chopta. According to the trek captain, the trail is about 17 km long, round trip. She had been walking a lot every day, so she was well-prepared physically. "After the first day, I had to take motion sickness and allergy medication because I felt dizzy at high altitudes. You should take motion sickness medication before the trip because the vehicle will be climbing the pass with continuous curves, and don't forget to bring altitude sickness medication when trekking," Yen Nhi noted.

Appropriate clothing is equally important for a trekking trip. You should prepare thermal shirts, puffer jackets, sweaters, a pair of comfortable shoes (ideally trekking shoes), wire straps for your shoe soles to improve grip on ice, a scarf, hat, gloves, sunscreen, moisturizer, lip balm, a raincoat, sunglasses... Especially, choose a good pair of glasses to protect your eyes. Your eyesight will be significantly affected if you look at snow for too long without glasses.

Regarding food, you can prepare cakes, chocolates, energy bars, water, energy drinks, etc. "Indians usually don't eat salty food when trekking or traveling. You can prepare some savory snacks like sausages, savory crackers, etc. Also, don't forget to prepare some dance moves because Indians always sing and dance a lot," Yen Nhi noted.

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