Tbilisi-Enguri Dam-Mazeri

Tbilisi - Driving - 9 Hours
In the morning, we head to Svaneti. Along the way, we stop in Zugdidi to visit the Dadiani Palace, once the residence of a local lord who governed a significant part of Western Georgia. Next, we proceed to the Enguri Dam, one of the world’s tallest arch dams, standing at 271.5 meters. We then drive to Upper Svaneti, a region renowned for its exceptional mountain landscape, well-preserved villages, unique defensive tower houses, and medieval ecclesiastical architecture and art. We continue to Mazeri village for an overnight stay.

Mazeri-Ushba Waterfalls-Mazeri

Mazeri - In the morning, we begin our hike from Mazeri village, following the Dolra River upstream. The trail passes mineral water springs, a quaint church in a picturesque setting, and beautiful meadows, gradually ascending through scenic pine forests to a border post, where the final ascent begins. We then return to Mazeri village.

Mazeri-Guli Pass – Koruldi Lakes – Mestia

Mestia - In the morning, we embark on another splendid hike, heading to Koruldi Lakes via Guli Pass. At an elevation of 2960 meters, Guli Pass requires considerable physical effort to climb. After crossing the pass, we descend into another valley and easily reach Koruldi Lakes, a small alpine lake surrounded by impressive mountain peaks, including Ushba.

Mestia-Zhabeshi

Zhabeshi – Adishi

Adishi – Chkhutnieri Pass - Iprali

Ushguli - Early in the morning, we begin our Svaneti adventure, following the river upstream. After an hour of pleasant walking, we need to cross the roaring Adishi River on horseback for safety. We then climb to Chkhunderi Pass (2655 meters), where we can enjoy panoramic views of the stunning Adishi Glacier. After lunch on the ridge and taking in the views, we descend into the Khaldechala River valley. After two hours of easy walking, we reach Khalde village, destroyed in the 19th century by Russian soldiers. From here, we follow an off-road path to Iprali village.

Iprali -Ushguli-Mestia

Mestia - In the morning, we trek through traditional Svani villages. After passing Kala and Davberi villages, we trek through a forest to reach Ushguli from above. Ushguli, located at the foot of Mount Shkara and at the confluence of the Enguri and Kvishiri rivers, is the highest permanent settlement in Europe (2200 meters). The village’s blend of mountainous landscapes and medieval towers and churches will amaze visitors. Here, we visit the Ushguli Ethnographic Museum, housed in a 12th-century Svanetian tower-house, and the medieval Lamaria Church (Church of the Assumption of the Mother of God). We overnight in Mestia.

Mestia-Tbilisi

Tbilisi - After breakfast, we depart for Tbilisi. On the way, we visit Chalaadi Glacier, following the Mestiachala River upstream for 1.5 kilometers to its source. We then continue our journey to Tbilisi.

• 8-Day Expert Leadership from experienced adventure guides
• 2 overnights at a guesthouse with private facilities in Mestia
• 2 overnights at a guesthouse with private facilities in Mazeri
• 1 overnight at a guesthouse with shared facilities in Adishi
• 1 overnight at a guesthouse with shared facilities in Zhabeshi
• 1 overnight at a guesthouse with shared facilities in Iprali
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• Snacks
• Bottled water
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Luggage Transportation by a car during the hiking days
• Fuel surcharge

• Lunch
• Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
• Gratuities
• Hotel pick-up and drop off
• Overnight in Tbilisi for the last night
• Trekking Gear (Trekking Poles, Backpacks) – can be rented.