Overview
Our favorite winter tour is back! Let’s enjoy together the winter wonderland at Lake Paravani. We will look for local anglers fishing from the ice, try great Armenian food, and more.
Dates:
Sat 18 Jan
Duration: 1 day
Driving distance: 350 km
Trip difficulty: Easy (Please take low temperature, snow, and ice into consideration. Good winter shoes and clothes are a must)
Group size: Min. 6 participants
Pick-up: 09:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi
Drop-off: Around 20:00 (The arrival time will depend on the group’s speed and traffic)
Price: 160 GEL
Itinerary:
Today, we will head along curvy mountain roads to Paravani – the largest lake in Georgia. Paravani Lake lies at 2072 m.a.s.l. and freezes completely in winter. Weather permitting, we may spot local Armenians fishing from the ice. We will also visit St. Nino Nunnery of Poka, near an important pilgrimage site. The nuns produce goods such as cheese, jams, honey, and chocolate. For lunch, we will stop at a small local restaurant/ guesthouse owned by the Margaryan family. The delectable homemade dishes are a real culinary treat. Return to Tbilisi. The end of the trip.
Inclusions:
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- Transfers
- Sightseeing/hiking itinerary with an English-speaking guide
- Homemade lunch at Armenian family-owned restaurant
Note:
Please check Terms and Conditions for our cancellation and insurance policy.
F.A.Q
How to prepare for the tour
<p><strong>MEETING TIME AND PLACE</strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">We meet at 09:00 at </span><a class="editor-rtfLink" href="https://goo.gl/maps/beH1uLALqG5abPnA7" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Samaia Garden</span></a>. <span data-preserver-spaces="true">Please be on time. In case of any delays, please inform your guide. Otherwise, the group will depart without you.</span></p>
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<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">WEATHER</span></strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Georgian weather changes often and fast. For this reason, it's essential to follow the weather forecast closely. </span></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Here is the <a href="https://www.yr.no/en/forecast/daily-table/2-612510/Georgia/Samtskhe-Javakheti/ParavaniLake">weather forecast</a>.</span> <span data-preserver-spaces="true">Please check it the night before the tour to be well prepared.</span></p>
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<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">WHAT TO WEAR</span></strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">Please wear clothes appropriate to the weather. Paravani is called Georgian Siberia for a reason. It will be very cold. You must wear a proper winter jacket, a hat, a scarf, gloves, warm shoes, and so on. Wear layers.</span></p>
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<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">FOOD & DRINKS</span></strong></p>
<p>Always make sure you have enough drinking water. 1.5-2 liters should be enough for the day. Please make sure to bring snacks - sandwiches, dried fruit, and sweets. They will help you maintain your energy level until lunch. Since it will be cold, a thermos with hot tea or coffee is also a good idea.</p>
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<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">OTHER ESSENTIAL ITEMS</span></strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">If you are prone to motion sickness, please have medicine with you. Bring a day pack to carry important items with you.</span></p>
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<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true">GUIDE </span></strong></p>
<p><span data-preserver-spaces="true">We will e-mail you the guide's name and contact info a few days before the trip. Please make sure to check your inbox. Meanwhile, if you have any questions, feel free to contact us via e-mail or WhatsApp.</span></p>
