Samepo Kedi Day Hike – 17 Aug

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Samepo Kedi Day Hike – 17 Aug

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Tours Date :  Aug 17, 2024

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Duration :   1 Day

Join us on an lovely intermediate trail along the Samepo Kedi Range. We will enjoy spectacular views and peek into remote villages.

Date: Sun 17 Aug
Duration: 1 day
Driving distance: 220 km
Trip difficulty: Easy to moderate
Group size: Min. 6 participants
Pick-up: 9:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi
Drop-off: Around 19:00
Price: 120 GEL

 

Trail parameters:

Difficulty: moderate
Distance: 17 km – Loop
Min. elevation: 1070 m.a.s.l. (Starting point)
Max. elevation: 1437 m.a.s.l.
Total ascent: 367 m
Approximate hiking time: 5-6 hrs.
Trail description: The first section of the hike takes place on a gravel road and gradually rises uphill, up to village Didi Namtvriani. Later the trail morphs into a wilder path that leads past forest and fields, offering spectacular mountain views.

 

Itinerary:

We will leave Tbilisi in the morning and head to town Manglisi, where we will start our hike. The trail will lead us through forests, remote villages, and the stunning landscapes of Algeti National Park. On the way, we will see ruins of early-medieval churches and incredible mountain views. We will also stop at a local grandma’s to warm up and eat delicious home made lunch.

Once we return to Manglisi, we visit the stunning Manglisi Cathedral before returning to Tbilisi. Return to Tbilisi. The end of the tour.

 

 

Inclusions:

      1. Transfers
      2. Sightseeing/hiking itinerary with an English-speaking guide
      3. Lunch

 

Note:
Please check Terms and Conditions for our cancellation and insurance policy.

Places You’ll See :

Algeti National Park stretches along the upper Algeti valley at the woody southern slopes of the eastern Trialeti Range. The park was founded in 1965 to protect the easternmost limits of the Caucasian Spruce and Nordmann Fir.

1Algeti National Park

Manglisi Cathedral is a 6th-7th-century Georgian Orthodox church designed as a tetraconch inserted into an octagon.

2Manglisi Cathedral

Didi Namtvriani is a small village in the heart of the Algeti National Park. It lies at an elevation of 1406 meters and neighbors Patara Namtvriani and Zazasofeli.

3Didi Namtvriani

F.A.Q

How To Prepare For The Tour

MEETING TIME AND PLACE

We meet at 09:00 in Samaia Garden.

Please be on time. In case of any delays, please inform your guide. Otherwise, the group will depart without you.

 

WEATHER

Georgian weather changes often and fast. For this reason, it's essential to follow the weather forecast closely.

Here is the weather forecast. Please check it the night before the tour to be well prepared.

 

WHAT TO WEAR

Please wear clothes appropriate to the weather. You will need waterproof hiking shoes and poles. Sunglasses will help you in the sun. Bring extra shoes you can always leave them in the car. 

 

FOOD & DRINKS

Always make sure you have enough drinking water. 1.5-2 litters should be enough for the day. Please make sure to bring snacks - sandwitches, dried fruit, sweets. They will help you maintain your energy during the hike. 

 

OTHER ESSENTIAL ITEMS

If you are prone to motion sickness, please have medicine with you. Bring a day pack to carry important items with you.

 

GUIDE 

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.

Activities

  • Hiking

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