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 next destination is the Enguri Dam, one of the tallest arch dams globally, standing at 271.5 meters. The drive continues 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 - In the morning, the hike begins from Mazeri village, following the Dolra River upstream. The trail passes mineral water springs, a charmingly located small church, and beautiful meadows, then gradually ascends through scenic pine forests to a border post, where the final ascent starts. The day ends with a return to Mazeri village.

Mazeri-Guli Pass – Koruldi Lakes – Mestia

Mestia - Another splendid hike starts in the morning, leading to Koruldi Lakes via Guli Pass. Guli Pass, at an elevation of 2960 meters, 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, passes a ski resort, and descends into birch forests and rhododendron bushes. After crossing a small mountain river, the alpine meadows appear, leading to Adishi village. This village, with its stone towers and centuries-old houses, is beautifully situated below Tetnuldi Mountain, on the right bank of a roaring mountain river, and surrounded by high mountains, making it a special and picturesque location.

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 needs to be crossed on horseback for safety. The journey continues with a climb to Chkhunderi Pass (2655 meters), offering majestic panoramic views of the stunning Adishi Glacier. After enjoying lunch on the ridge and taking in the views, 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 a forest, reaching Ushguli from above. Ushguli, located at the foot of Mount Shkhara and at the confluence of the Enguri and Kvishiri rivers, is the highest permanent settlement in Europe (2200 meters). The combination of mountainous landscapes and medieval towers and churches is breathtaking. Visitors can explore the Ushguli Ethnographic Museum, housed in a 12th-century Svanetian tower-house, and the medieval Lamaria Church (of the Assumption of the Mother of God). The day concludes with an 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 kilometers to the river’s source. The trip then continues 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.

Trekking in Svaneti is the most popular and beautiful trekking tours in Georgia country. Hiking day after day through flower-strewn alpine meadows, over alpine passes, with one of the highest mountains in the Caucasus – Shkhara (5152 m), Janga (5059, Tetnuldi (4858m), Ushba (4710), you will enjoy some of the most picturesque scenery in the Caucasus. This 6-days trekking trail is also exceptional, it offers overnights at local guesthouses in remote villages of Svaneti. The villages in this region have a unique architectural style and are included in the UNESCO world heritage sites. With soaring mountains, gorgeous trails, the most autectonic and most preserved centuries-old towers, and houses, trekking from Mazeri to Ushguli is an exhilarating trek that lives up to the highest-class reputation. TrekGeorgia offers you a real adventure through trekking in wonderland 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.