Svaneti Mountain Villages 4x4 Safari, tour from Kutaisi

5 (43) 48h Free cancellation

Overview

Explore remote mountain villages on this 2- or 3-day adventure from Kutaisi! You’ll go off-road to reach one of Europe’s highest continuously inhabited villages — Ushguli, where around 200 people live year-round at 2,100 meters, cut off from the world each winter. Travel in a 4x4 along a spectacular mountain road, hike to the Shkhara Glacier, and stay overnight in Mestia. Next day will return to Kutaisi, expected return: approx. 7–8 PM (let us know if you need to be back by a specific time). Please note: Accommodation is not included in the tour price. We recommend booking a hotel in Mestia, at walking distance from Seti Square — feel free to contact us for suggestions! Tour options: 1. Small group tour (max 6 passengers per car), 2. Private 2-day tour, 3. Private 3-day tour.

What's included

  • 4x4 or AWD Vehicle (3-6 seats)
  • Hiking in Svaneti with the guide (as described)
  • English-speaking guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Photo stops along the route
  • Kutaisi hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Accommodation (you should book it in Mestia)
  • Hatsvali Cable car, optional (25 Gel)
  • Entrance fees
  • Entrance fees
  • Entrance fees

What to expect

  1. Day 1

    Kutaisi - Ushguli - Lamaria church - Shkhara glacier - Mestia.

    We will leave Kutaisi in the morning for our beautiful trip to the mountains

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  2. Visit the 9th-century Lamaria Church, hike to Shkhara Glacier and take iconic photos of Ushguli from the Queen Tamar Castle viewpoint

    2h

  3. In the evening arrive to Mestia and spend overnight there.

    8h

  4. Day 2

    Mestia - Hatsvali Lift - Mestia Museum - Enguri Dam - Kutaisi.

    We will wander in the old town of Mestia among Svan defense towers, listen to stories & legends about Svaneti.

    2h

  5. Lets take ski lift from the center of Mestia town & enjoy beautiful panorama of Caucasian mountains. If ski lift wouldnt work, guide will drive up to the viewpoint.

    1h

  6. On the way we will visit an Ethnographic house-museum or Mountaineering museum.

    30 min

  7. After lunch we leave to Kutaisi, at night we will be back in Kutaisi

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Good to know

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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