Three-day hike in Svaneti

Three days in Svaneti: Ushguli, the Shdugra waterfall and the Chalaadi glacier with its ice cave. A chalet with a sauna and hikes with local guides.

August 14–16Mestia, Svaneti, Georgia3 days

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Day-by-day program

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Day 1
We set off early from Tbilisi to reach the first sights by lunchtime: the Zagar Pass and Ushguli, one of the highest-altitude settlements in Europe. After checking in to the chalet we watch the sunset at the Koruldi lakes and unwind in the sauna with a hot tub.
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Day 2
First thing we drive to the Becho valley for a hike to Georgia’s highest waterfall, Shdugra. On the way we admire views of Mount Ushba and pick mushrooms and berries (340 m of ascent, a 2 km trail). Lunch at a trout farm, then the sunset on the Hatsvali cable car in Mestia.
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Day 3
A hike to the Chalaadi glacier, the source of the Mestiachala river. We explore the ice cave and after lunch ride the Tetnuldi cable car to see Georgia’s highest peak, Mount Shkhara. After soaking up the views we head back towards Tbilisi.

Included

Chalet accommodation in Mestia (twin sharing)
A car for getting around Svaneti
Transfer Tbilisi — Mestia
Signature program, museums, guided hikes

Not included

Meals
Souvenirs

FAQ

How hard are the hikes?

The routes are designed for people of average or below-average fitness. All hikes except the last are radial and need no hiking backpack. All hikes were designed with local guides and are safe.

What will we see on the routes?

Views of five-thousand-metre peaks, centuries-old glaciers, legendary Svan towers and authentic local food.