Svaneti Hiking Tour – 12-15 Sep

Join us on our Svaneti Hiking Tour to explore 3 different hiking trails with the some of the best views in the Greater Caucasus. We will hike over Guli Pass, visit Shdugra Waterfall, and enjoy a trail between Mazeri and Etseri villages.

Dates: Thu 12 Sep – Sun 15 Sep
Duration: 4 days/ 3 night
Driving distance: 800 km
Trip difficulty: Moderate to difficult; it’s a perfect tour for advanced hikers with experience in long-distance hikes at high altitude. The sole exception is the Shdugra Waterfall trail, which can be done by beginners too,
Group size: Min. 6 participants
Accommodation: shared twin/double rooms in local guesthouses
Pick-up: Thu, 07:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi
Drop-off: Sun, around 22:00 (The arrival time will depend on the traffic)
Price: 695 GEL

Trail parameters:

Hike at Guli Pass – 16 km / 5 hrs / moderate to difficult level / min. elevation 2400 m.a.s.l./ max. elevation 2944 m.a.s.l.
Shdugra waterfall – 6 km / 4 hrs / easy to moderate level / min. elevation 1600 m.a.s.l./ max. elevation 2100 m.a.s.l.
Mazeri to Etseri – 18 km / 6 hrs / moderate to difficult level / min. elevation 1500 m.a.s.l./ max. elevation 2400 m.a.s.l.

Itinerary:

Day 1

Tbilisi – Zugdidi – Enguri Dam – Mestia
Early in the morning, we will depart Tbilisi and head to Svaneti. On the way, we will stop to visit the beautiful Dadiani Palace and Enguri Dam, one of the largest constructions of this type in the World. Upon arrival in Mestia, we will visit the Svaneti Museum of History and Ethnography and the Mikhail Khergiani House Museum. In the evening, we will watch a critically acclaimed movie, “Dede,” in a local café. Overnight in Mestia.

Day 2

Mestia – Koruldi Lakes – Guli Pass – Mazeri village
Today we will start the first part of our Svaneti Group Hiking Tour. In the morning, we will drive along a stunning mountain road to the famous Koruldi Lakes at 2740 m.a.s.l. Once we stop admiring the lakes, we will head to the beginning of today’s hike. Our trail will take us up the Guli Pass (2944 m.a.s.l.) Expect unforgettable views that will make every drop of sweat worthwhile. From the pass, we will descend to the picturesque Mazeri village. Dinner and overnight in Mazeri.

Day 3

Mazeri village – Mezir lake – Etseri village
We will depart Mazeri and hike through forests and alpine meadows to the picturesque Mezir Lake. On the way, we will see a charming medieval Church of the Meziri Archangels standing 2285 m.a.s.l. In good weather, from the church, you can enjoy beautiful views of Ushba, Tetnuldi, and Laila. Eventually, we will reach the Beki Pass and descend towards Etseri village. In Etseri, we will meet our drivers and head to our guesthouse. Dinner and overnight in Mazeri.

Day 4

Mazeri village – Shdugra waterfall – Tbilisi
After breakfast, we will hike to Shdugra – the tallest (160 m!) waterfall in Georgia. On the way, we will enjoy a beautiful pine forest, views of Mount Ushba, and a spectacular river gorge. Around mid-day, we will head back to Tbilisi. The road will be long, so we will make sure to stop on the way. Return to Tbilisi at night. The end of the tour.

Inclusions:

1. 1. 1. Transfers, including 4WD to Koruldi Lakes,
      2. Sightseeing/hiking itinerary with an English-speaking guide,
      3. Accommodation in shared twin/ double rooms in a local guesthouse (please contact us for other room arrangement options),
      4. Breakfast on Days 2, 3, 4,
      5. Dinner on Day 2 and Day 3.

Exclusions:

1. 1. 1. Museum entrance fees,
      2. Enguri Dam entrance fees,
      3. Meals not mentioned in the itinerary,
      4. Personal travel insurance.

Note:
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