Tbilisi-Enguri Dam-Mazeri

Tbilisi - Driving - 9 Hours
In the morning, the journey to Svaneti begins. Along the way, there is a stop in Zugdidi to explore the Dadiani Palace, once the residence of a local lord who governed a significant portion of Western Georgia. The trip continues to the Enguri Dam, one of the tallest arch dams globally, standing at 271.5 meters. The drive proceeds to Upper Svaneti, a remarkable mountain landscape featuring well-preserved villages with unique defensive tower houses, medieval ecclesiastical architecture, and art. The day concludes with a drive to Mazeri village for an overnight stay.

Mazeri-Ushba Waterfalls-Mazeri

Mazeri - The morning starts with a hike from Mazeri village, following the Dolra River upstream. The trail passes mineral water springs, a quaint church in a scenic spot, and beautiful meadows, gradually ascending through picturesque pine forests to a border post, where the final ascent begins. The day ends with a return to Mazeri village.

Mazeri-Guli Pass – Koruldi Lakes – Mestia

Mestia - Another splendid hike begins in the morning, leading to Koruldi Lakes via Guli Pass. At an elevation of 2960 meters, Guli Pass requires good physical effort to climb. After crossing the pass, the descent into another valley leads easily to Koruldi Lakes, a small alpine lake surrounded by impressive mountain peaks, including Ushba.

Mestia-Zhabeshi

Zhabeshi – Adishi

Adishi - After breakfast, the adventure into the wilderness begins. The hike ascends the slopes of Tetnuldi Mountain, passing a ski resort and descending into birch and rhododendron forests. After crossing a small mountain river, the alpine meadows reveal Adishi village, featuring stone towers and houses built centuries ago. Its stunning location below Tetnuldi Mountain, on the right bank of a roaring mountain river, and amidst high mountains with local architecture, makes this village uniquely picturesque.

Adishi – Chkhutnieri Pass - Iprali

Ushguli - The Svaneti Adventure starts early in the morning, following the river upstream. After an hour of pleasant walking, the roaring Adishi River must be crossed on horseback for safety. The journey continues with a climb to Chkhunderi Pass (2655m), offering majestic panoramic views of the Adishi Glacier. After lunch on the ridge, the descent into the Khaldechala River valley begins. A two-hour easy walk leads to Khalde village, destroyed in the 19th century by Russian soldiers. The path then follows an off-road trail to Iprali village.

Iprali -Ushguli-Mestia

Mestia - The morning trek passes through traditional Svani villages. After Kala and Davberi villages, the trek continues through the forest, reaching 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 m). The blend of mountainous landscapes and medieval towers and churches is astonishing. Visitors can explore the Ushguli Ethnographic Museum in a 12th-century Svanetian tower-house and visit the medieval Lamaria Church (of the Assumption of the Mother of God). Overnight stay in Mestia.

Mestia-Tbilisi

Tbilisi - After breakfast, the journey back to Tbilisi begins. On the way, there is a visit to the Chalaadi Glacier, following the Mestiachala River upstream for 1.5 km to the river’s source. The trip concludes with the return to Tbilisi.

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

• 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.

Trekking in Svaneti is among the most popular and stunning trekking tours in Georgia. Each day, hikers traverse flower-filled alpine meadows and cross alpine passes, with views of some of the highest peaks in the Caucasus, including Shkhara (5152 m), Janga (5059 m), Tetnuldi (4858 m), and Ushba (4710 m). This 6-day trekking route offers breathtaking scenery and includes overnight stays at local guesthouses in the remote villages of Svaneti. These villages boast a unique architectural style and are recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. With majestic mountains, beautiful trails, and the most authentic and well-preserved centuries-old towers and houses, the trek from Mazeri to Ushguli is an exhilarating journey that truly deserves its top-tier reputation. TrekGeorgia invites you to embark on a real adventure through the enchanting landscapes of Svaneti.

• Minimum age is 14 years
• May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
• A 58 km of walking is involved

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