Trekking & Adventure in Georgia

Trekking guide for Kazbegi, Mestia-Ushguli, Tusheti and Lagodekhi. 4,000+ m peaks, UNESCO Svaneti, off-the-beaten-path trails. 2025 season, gear list, safety tips.

Trekking in Georgia

The Wildest Routes in the Caucasus

Featured Trekking Routes

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Kazbegi — Gergeti Trinity

Difficulty: Easy-Moderate | Duration: 1 day | Altitude: 2,170 m. Ascent from Stepantsminda village to Gergeti Church with views of Mount Kazbek. Day-trip from Tbilisi possible; Georgia's most popular hike.

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Mestia — Ushguli

Difficulty: Moderate | Duration: 4 days | Distance: ~58 km. The classic route between Svaneti's two iconic communities. 2,655 m Chkhunderi Pass, glacier valleys, medieval Svan towers. Village guesthouse accommodation throughout.

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Tusheti — Omalo & Dartlo

Difficulty: Hard | Duration: 5-7 days | Distance: ~70 km. One of the most remote routes in the Caucasus. 3,431 m Atsunta Pass, abandoned villages, camping in alpine meadows. Experienced guide strongly recommended.

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Lagodekhi Lakes

Difficulty: Moderate | Duration: 2 days | Altitude: 1,900 m. Route from the source of the Alazani River through the deep forests of Lagodekhi National Park. Waterfall and crystal-clear lake views; camping available.

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Borjomi National Park

Difficulty: Easy-Moderate | Duration: 1-3 days. Mineral water springs, forest trails and the surroundings of Likani Palace. Ideal starting route for first-time trekkers and families.

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High-Altitude & Glacier Routes

Chalaadi Glacier (Svaneti, easy, 4-5 hrs), Koruldi Lakes (Svaneti, moderate, 6-8 hrs), Shkhara Glacier (Ushguli, moderate, 7 hrs). For experienced mountaineers: Kazbek summit ascent (2 days, technical).

Difficulty Levels Explained

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Easy

Daily distance 8-15 km, elevation gain under 500 m. No special equipment required. Examples: Kazbegi-Gergeti, Borjomi Park, Chalaadi Glacier. Average fitness level sufficient.

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Moderate

Daily 12-20 km, 700-1,200 m elevation gain. Trekking boots and basic equipment essential. Examples: Mestia-Ushguli (4 days), Lagodekhi, Koruldi Lakes. Some multi-day trekking experience recommended.

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Hard

3,000+ m passes, technical terrain, remote location, camping required. Examples: Tusheti-Atsunta Pass, Tobavarchkhili Lakes. Experienced trekker, guide and full camping kit are necessary.