first class ski resorts Georgia is famous for its variety of tracks, snow quality, and developed infrastructure. Winter in this country is no less attractive time for a vacation. The ski season lasts from November to April, on some slopes you can ski until May. This country becomes attractive for lovers of skiing and snowboarding when the hills of the mountains are covered with snow.
The mountains of Georgia are unique in that the mild climate prevails throughout the season, there are no severe frosts here. The most famous places winter holiday- Bakuriani, Gudauri and Mestia.
Bakuriani
The most famous ski resort in Georgia. Built back in Soviet times, it was the central base for training athletes for winter sports olympiads - bobsleigh, biathlon, slalom and ski jumping.
Compared to Gudauri, the slopes of the mountains are covered with forests, where you can enjoy the pure mountain air.
The place is ideal for couples with children, as there are many children's trails for kids. But even for professional skiers and snowboarders, the slopes will be to your taste, the slopes of Bakuriani are the steepest, with a slope of up to 50 degrees. There are several trampolines.
For children, there are several schools with instructors who will professionally help children get on skis for the first time. Also, children will be interested in playgrounds, ice skating rink, go sledding.
The climate is mild without strong winds and frosts. Despite the fact that Bakuriani was built a long time ago, today the infrastructure is very developed here. Bakuriani is a health resort, next to which are healing springs with mineral water.
If you want to take a break from skiing on the slopes, allow yourself to arrange excursions - a jeep tour of the Borjomi Gorge, visit the ancient fortress of Rabat, enjoy Georgian cuisine in the many restaurants of Bakuriani.
Gudauri
Quite a young and modern ski resort with a mild climate. The average temperature in January is minus 6-8⁰С, there are no strong winds and frosts.
Variety of trails for skiing, snowboarding, sledding.
Gudauri is located just 120 kilometers from Tbilisi. You can get there by minibus, bus, taxi.
The resort has more than twenty slopes of varying difficulty for skiing, suitable for both professionals and beginners. For the convenience of those who ski for the first time, apart from the professional slopes, a training track with experienced instructors has been created.
In addition, the resort keeps up with the times, so other types of entertainment are offered here - snowmobiles and snowbikes, paragliding.
A variety of hotel complexes with bars, restaurants, SPA centers. And that's not all: bowling, swimming pools, billiards, table tennis, and where without tasting the famous Georgian cuisine and wine.
Mestia
Since ancient times, Mestia has been the religious and cultural center of Svaneti. This resort has a colder climate. Sometimes frosts reach 16-20⁰С.
Except extreme recreation, you can enjoy the ancient fortresses and ancient towers. fantastic beauty of nature, Mountain road serpentine, which is breathtaking.
There are no mountains in the city itself. ski slopes, they are located a few kilometers away - these are the Hatsvali and Tetnuldi camp sites. Hatsvali is a young, just starting to develop ski resort with small slopes.
In Tetnuldi there are more difficult slopes, suitable for professionals. When you come here to ski, take a couple of days to get acquainted with the history of this ancient region. Visit National Museum history of Svaneti.
Bakuriani is considered a ski resort , but many come to visit for a couple of days in the summer. You can not only breathe clean mountain air, but also engage in active tourism. Families with children should especially like it.
Distances to airports and public transport
Nearest airports:
- Kutaisi – 175 km
- Tbilisi – 200 km
- Batumi – 300 km
The village of Bakuriani is located 180 kilometers from Tbilisi and about 25 from Borjomi. You can travel between cities by train, bus, minibus or taxi.
Transfer from Tbilisi airport costs 5000 rubles.
You can save money and get to public transport. Not very convenient and comfortable. But budget.
From Tbilisi
- By minibus
- Runs every 30 minutes from 9.30 to 18.00 from Didube metro station
- Travel time about 3 hours
- Cost about 6$
- By train (with a change in Borjomi)
- Flight #618, 686
- Departure 6.45 and 16.35
- Travel time 4.25 minutes (to Borjomi)
From Borjomi
- By train (narrow gauge) from the station "Borjomi-Gruzovaya"
- Departure at 7.15 and 10.55
- Cost $0.50
- Travel time 2.25 hours
- By minibus
- Departure every 30 minutes
- By taxi
- Cost: 20-30 GEL
From Batumi
- By minibus
- direct route from December to March and in August
- departure from the old station at 10.00
- ticket price - about $ 6
- travel time - about 6 hours
- There is another option - with a transfer: from Borjomi get to Khashuri, and from there to Batumi. Such a trip will cost about the same as a direct one.
Rental housing in the private sector
Almost every house in Bakuriani is for rent. Room, apartment, separate building.
Apartments can be very different in terms of interior decoration, so it’s better not to buy a pig in a poke and book apartments through Airbnb a little in advance.
Prices in the summer - from 130 to 300 lari. In winter, 20-30% more expensive.
Prices directly depend on the interior and the view from the window.
Products can be bought in shops and in the market on the main street of the city. There are no problems with this.
Location of apartments on the map and prices
Best hotels
If you wish, you can rent a room in top hotels and get maximum level comfort.
- Mgzavrebi Bakuriani Hotel & Spa
- Hotel Crystal
- Best Western Plus Bakuriani
- Snow King Hotel
- Orbi Palace Bakuriani
- Bakuriani Hills
- Hotel Villa Palace
Cafes and restaurants
It is better to try traditional dishes of Georgian cuisine in places checked by tourists:
- "Marie"
- "De Novo"
- Kokhta Lounge.
- "Mimino" -
The latter institution is especially praised for khinkali, satsivi, khachapuri and barbecue.
The village also has several bakeries where you can buy pita bread, pies, khachapuri.
Rest in Bakuriani in winter
- Height: 1700 m
- Official site: http://bakuriani.ge/ru/
Bakuriani is the oldest ski resort in Georgia on the northern slopes of the Trialeti Range.
This is one of the best places for a winter holiday in Georgia, if skiing itself is in the background for you.
Although after 2 hours of training even a bear will slide down from the "blue" slopes of Bakuriani without the risk of breaking something :) But in your free time you can drink mineral water, make snowmen, fool around and relax in the family circle by the hearth. The main thing is to have snow.
Ski slopes map
Bakuriani is equipped with:
- 2 black tracks;
- 2 red slopes;
- 3 blue slopes;
- training trails in the valley;
- Luge track;
- 3 ski jumps 45, 70 and 90 meters long.
Delivery of skiers to them is carried out by 3 lifts (1 ski lift, 1 cable car and 1 chairlift).
It is better for beginners to winter recreation to ride on a special track 300 meters long and with a slope of only 10-12 degrees in the center of Joy Land, as well as on the blue routes Didveli-1 and Didveli-2.
Experienced skiers are advised to go down the tracks "Kokhta-1" and "Kokhta-2" with a length of 1500 and 3000 meters, respectively. On these slopes the angle of descent reaches 52 degrees. A special track is equipped for slalom lovers in Bakuriani.
Ski pass price
Ski passes in Bakuriani are cheaper than in Gudauri, but the ski area here is smaller, as is the height.
Open for children Entertainment Center Joyland. In this establishment:
- skiing courses for children aged 4-14 years on special slopes
- there are trails for riding tubing (inflatable "cheesecakes")
- special play area for kids.
In the central park of Bakuriani, children can enjoy ice skating and horse-drawn sledges.
Many hotels in the resort have indoor heated pools, with compartments 30-60 cm deep, designed for children.
In hotels, guests are offered the services of professional animators and nannies.
Advantages and disadvantages of skiing
- The presence of mineral springs and the ability to combine treatment and skiing;
- Mild climate with an average temperature of -6…-8°C;
- Healing mountain air, flavored with aromas of pine needles;
- Developed entertainment industry, which consists of several dozen establishments of various types.
disadvantages
- Short season (ends in March);
- a small selection of tracks (especially difficult ones);
- There may be problems with snow cover until February;
- low throughput of lifts and the formation of queues near them
Bakuriani in the summer months
The weather in the summer months is perfect for hiking, active tourism. But it is better to come in June and July, when it is still not so hot.
In early June, the daytime air temperature usually does not rise above +22°C, and at night it rarely exceeds +10°C. By the end of the month it becomes warmer - about +25°С during the day and +15°С at night. But June is one of the rainiest months, precipitation can go on for 8 days.
In the first half of July, the temperature is about the same, and in the second half it rises to +30°C during the daytime. It is always much colder at night in Bakuriani than during the day - the thermometer at this time almost never reaches +20°C. The hottest month, when temperatures are often recorded at + 33-35 ° С. The sunniest and warmest month in Bakuriani.
With the beginning of September, it gets a little colder again; the average temperature for this month is +22°С/+5°С.
In July, August and September, rains are no more than 2-5 days.
Things to do with kids in summer
Children's amusement park "Joyland" in the summer is completely rebuilt for summer activities.
Together with their children, parents can:
- jump on a trampoline
- shoot at the range
- ride slides and carousels;
- For the little ones there is a play area.
Also, children will enjoy a horseback ride through the picturesque surroundings of the village.
Currently, the resort is being actively built up - a water park should open there soon. Many hotels have swimming pools.
Mountain bike rentals are very popular.
A couple of times you can ride on a summer bobsleigh (toboggan)
Attractions near the city
In the northern part of the city there is a botanical garden, the exposition of which includes more than a thousand plants.
There is also something to see near Bakuriani:
- lovers active rest can climb the Kokhta and Sekvelomta mountains, the height of which is more than 2 thousand meters.
- Getting to the gorges of Borjomi and Bakuriani Tskali is more difficult, but there are very beautiful views.
- You can go to Mitarbi, see the ancient monastery complex Timotesubani, hot springs in Tsikhisjvari and lake Tabatskuri.
- In the village of Daba, which is located next to the Borjomi Gorge, there is an unusual chapel hidden in a cave.
- Visiting the city of Borjomi - see the Petre fortress and the house of Mirza Riza Khan, take a walk along national park Borjomi-Kharagauli. Not far from the city is the Likan Palace, built at the end of the 19th century for members of the imperial family.
If you have your own car for 1-2 days, we recommend a trip to Kutaisi or Batumi.
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Ski resorts in Georgia are a developing area of modern tourism. Local authorities are doing everything possible to attract tourists: infrastructure is being built, lifts, ski slopes.
On the this moment I want to highlight the three best destinations: Mestia, Gudauri and Bakuriani.
Our trip to Georgia was made in the summer, we did not manage to ski on the ski slopes, but we got a general idea of the resorts. You can read about the resort of Mestia and the wonderful Svaneti in the articles:; ; and
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We saw Gudauri only passing through.
But in the ski resort of Bakuriani we were brought for a whole week.
Bakuriani, Georgia.
A little about the history of Bakuriani as a resort. The history of the resort in Bakuriani goes back to the beginning of the 19th century, when mineral water springs were discovered here, and Russian doctors began to send their patients to Bakuriani to drink water and breathe the healing mountain air of the Caucasus.
The resort is currently under construction.
The resort attracts tourists with mild (-5-7 °C) snowy and sunny winters with almost no windy days and warm summer days.
There are no severe frosts and intense heat due to the 400-meter altitude of the terrain above sea level.
The vegetation is represented by a large number of pines and larches.
How to get to Bakuriani.
You can get to Bakuriani by plane to Tbilisi. From Tbilisi to the resort can be reached by taxi. The second way is by train to Borjomi, and from Borjomi - by narrow-gauge railway.
To connect Bakuriani and Borjomi, Gustave Eiffel built a bridge, and in 1902 a narrow gauge railway began to operate.
The popularity of the resort area is evidenced by the fact that the families of Russian tsars were happy to stay here to rest in a specially built palace.
Since 1932, the mountain slopes in the Bakuriani region have become a venue for winter sports competitions.
These places were actively developed in Soviet times, they were famous as an oasis of spa treatment and family vacations.
In Bakuriani you can find various options accommodation - from 4-star hotels to comfortable apartments, villas, chalets.
In total, there are more than 155 accommodation options presented on the reputable pre-booking website booking.com and marked by positive reviews from travelers, for every taste and budget.
Ski resort Bakuriani.
The ski resort welcomes guests in winter, there are several modern slopes of varying difficulty:
training track for beginners with a slope angle of 10-12°, with a drag lift to a height of 300 meters;
the Plateau route, which is a combination of gentle and steeper slopes;
black and red two-stage track "Kokhta-1" with a total length of 1.5 kilometers, combining a section with a high angle of inclination (black) and red sections;
red and blue two-stage track "Kokhta-2" with a length of 3 kilometers, which is a combination of zones for professionals and beginners;
several high-mountain "black" tracks of a high degree of difficulty, with a slope of up to 52 °;
cross-country trails on the mountain pass Tskhratskaro at an altitude of 2.5 kilometers above sea level with a total length of more than 13 kilometers, etc.
Come to Bakuriani to ride skiing ah you can from November to March. February is considered high season.
Mount Kokhta.
The ski resort is distinguished by the following parameters:
the most high point, available for skiing, is the top of Mount Kokhta, 2850 meters;
the maximum length of ski slopes for professionals is 5 kilometers;
height of springboards - 45, 70 and 90 meters;
the presence of a track for descent on a sled, 1350 meters long.
In Bakuriani, you can go freeriding - downhill skiing or snowboarding on the virgin snow away from the prepared tracks.
A current and fashionable sport is backcountry, which is a type of freeride, which is a pedestrian ascent to Mountain peaks in winter time followed by skiing or snowboarding on virgin snow.
In Bakuriani, sledge tracks are equipped.
There are several FIS-certified tracks that meet world sporting standards.
In winter, you can rent snowmobiles for walks around the village.
Bakuriani Hotels.
In the mountainous area there are hotels, restaurants and cafes, conditions for recreation with children of different ages are created.
Conditions for paragliding have been created in Bakuriani - extreme view sport of paragliding.
The popular resort is expanding, new slopes and lift complexes are being actively built.
Bakuriani lifts.
Bakuriani uses different types of lifts.
Double chair lift with a length of 1,200 m.
At a height of 2700 meters you can climb the funicular.
Tickets for lifts, Bakuriani.
A single ticket for the funicular: includes the cost of climbing the 2 cable cars and the funicular itself.
The funicular runs from the station at the bottom to the station at the top.
The funicular trailer is designed for 15 people.
The funicular is a completely new equipment, modern and safe.
From the window of a slowly moving funicular trailer, amazing views open up.
Peaks float below us, reminiscent of the legends about Queen Tamara.
The majestic mountain slopes evoke the pages of Lermontov's "Demon" in memory.
Below us are grazing herds, a sea of vegetation.
In addition to chair lifts and a funicular, there are several more ski lifts up to 1.4 kilometers long and a cable car.
The Tatra cable car, 1.6 kilometers long, helps not only to climb the slopes, but also to admire the views from a closed cabin.
Especially for small skiers, 4 safe ski lifts are equipped.
Between the mountain ranges there are protected lakes, where exciting fishing is organized.
Sport and the surrounding nature help to restore physical and psychological health, give inspiration and the desire to reach the top in all areas of life.
All equipment can be rented at the resort.
For skiers there is a single ski pass ticket.
As usual, the price of a ski pass depends on the duration of the skiing and the difficulty of the slopes that will be used.
The cost of a ticket for 1 lift is from 0.3 to 4 GEL.
The cost of one-day skiing on the peaks of Kokhta and Didveli is the same - 20 GEL.
The cost of skiing for 3 days is 57 GEL, a weekly subscription is 116, a ten-day subscription is 160 GEL.
There is a system of discounts and promotions for various categories of vacationers.
To convert the cost into rubles, you need to take into account the exchange rate: 1 lari - 27.5 rubles.
The picturesqueness of the mountain slopes attracts not only athletes, but also those who love simple and natural beauty.
Bakuriani in summer.
The ancient slopes of the Caucasus attract lovers of geology and creative people.
The Borjomi gorge with a rise in altitude from 400 to 3000 meters will give travelers wonderful memories.
Bakuriani - perfect place for hiking and hiking.
The unforgettable ski resort of Georgia Bakuriani is the place where you want to constantly return. True connoisseurs of the beauty of natural nature will be able to enjoy all the splendor of this resort town.
wonderful climate, fresh air, developed infrastructure, the opportunity to ski and explore the slopes - that's what Georgia can give.
Despite the small area of this village, it is quite popular among both local residents and other population of our country. the globe. It is worth talking about what is so unique and interesting you can find there.
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Description
What is Bakuriani? This is not a very large village located on the territory of Georgia. It is located in the very center of this country and boasts the majestic scenery of the Caucasus Mountains.
Many people who were lucky enough to visit this area note the hospitality of the locals, the wonderful friendly atmosphere.
In order to attract as many tourists as possible to the territory of the complex, locals we tried to make the territory attractive from the point of view of active recreation and pleasant pastime - convenient roads, waypoints to excellent ski slopes, an area for leisure and living, and much more.
Geographic location
Officially, the urban-type settlement is located at 1700 meters above sea level. Spread on the slope of the Trialeti Range in its northern part.
As mentioned above, the complex is located in the very center of the country in a picturesque place.
Geographically, this settlement is located in the Borjomi municipality, which in turn is part of the Samtskhe-Javakheti region of a beautiful mountainous country - Georgia. Very profitable geographical position– only 190 km from Tbilisi airport.
Climate and weather
Georgia and its centers for mountain skiers are associated primarily with beautiful sunny weather. sun over Caucasus mountains it shines more than 210 days a year.
Remarkable is the fact that the village receives relatively little precipitation per year - only about 800 millimeters.
This indicates that the summer period in this area is quite cool. The temperature during this period averages up to 15 degrees with a plus sign on the Celsius scale.
Winter here is slightly warmer than the average in other regions of the country, but still cold. The thermometer usually does not rise to minus 7 degrees. The weather in the center is almost always calm. The height of the existing snow cover is on average about 65 cm.
Characteristic
Is an the oldest resort Caucasus. Even the imperial family loved to relax in this beautiful place, enjoying the beauty of the majestic nature, the purest mountain air and silence. Royal Palace located here for over 100 years.
In the Soviet years, it was a recreation center for politicians and leaders. The first skier who got up on skis and descended the mountainous area was a party member and statesman A. Zhemchuzhnikov.
Interesting fact: The center differs from many others in that it has a favorable location. It will take only a couple of hours to spend on the road from the Tbilisi airport to move to the snow-capped Caucasus Mountains.
Both weather and climatic conditions very favorable for staying even for a long time in Bakuriani. Has its own official website. Here, those interested can see beautiful pictures, learn a lot of useful information.
Tracks
Mount Kokhta, which literally means "beautiful", has become a place for skiing. Its slopes are perfectly adapted for the Kokhta-1 and Kokhta-2 sections. Currently, the study and development of another mountain, Didveli, continues.
"Kokhta-1" has a length of one and a half kilometers. It is believed that it is intended for more advanced skiers, as it has a two-stage structure.
Trail map can be found in any hotel. It looks like the photo below.
Kokhta-2 is another site suitable for those ski lovers who can confidently stand on this sports equipment. Its length is already a larger indicator - 3 kilometers.
The areas for beginners include a few more very short segments. There is also a trail for lovers of luge and cross-country skiing.
Lifts
According to reviews, there are very comfortable lifts. For example, a double with armchairs (chair), with a length of 1 kilometer 200 meters. There is also a tow ropeway, which is 1400 meters.
Among the lifts are cable car"Tatra", with a length of 1 kilometer 600 meters. For children and teenagers there are 4 tow roads.
All this diversity suggests that Bakuriani was created for a comfortable stay for people of any age and level of skiing.
Hotels
This center boasts a large number of hotels and hotels of various stars. Here you can find both prestigious hotels and hotels that have their own zest in the architectural structure, originality and local flavor.
There are also five-star hotels that give their visitors an atmosphere of luxury and maximum comfort. The convenient location of cafes and restaurants near the hotel is a distinctive feature of the five-star apartments.
Hotel guests can rent the best sports equipment at any time, as well as a personal trainer for beginners. ski holidays. The decoration of hotels is most often made of the finest woods and high-quality marble.
Note: in Bakuriani there are hotels with a lower star rating, as well as economy class hotels. Thus, the center is accessible to many people who are representatives of different social groups.
Three-star hotels are also distinguished by world-class comfort conditions. Guests who wish to stay in hotels of this level will be greeted by friendly staff who will definitely help you spend an active holiday without any hassle and worries.
Distinctive features
Among the entertainment available to guests are cafes, and restaurants, and taverns, and bars for those who wish to have a tasty meal in their free time. Fans of nightlife can have fun in a few clubs.
There is also a cinema where you can watch the latest world cinema.
Holidays with children are possible here, as there are various interesting establishments, special slopes, lifts and many entertainments available for kids.
There are also excursions to neighboring villages with the opportunity to see some sights, for example, mineral springs, which will not leave indifferent neither children nor adults.
Prices
Speaking about prices, they can be divided into several categories:
- for accommodation in hotels and inns;
- for slopes and lifts;
- for the rental of ski equipment;
- for entertainment, excursions, etc.
So, depending on which route is chosen, guests can pay from 4 GEL (about 2 USD) for 1 climb. Use for 1 day can cost about 20 GEL. And for 10 days you can give about 160 GEL.
The cost of hotels depends on their star rating. At the same time, it is better to find out the final price by directly contacting a specific hotel, since the level of rooms ultimately determines the pricing policy. Tbilisi is a maximum of just over 180 km.
From St. Petersburg there is a flight to Kutaisi Airport. Further, you can go to the village using one of the methods described above - by bus, taxi, train to Borjomi, and then by public transport.
On the way to the ski village of Georgia, you can enjoy the beauties of Georgia, in particular, the beautiful view of the majestic Caucasus Mountains.
What to do in summer
When it comes to a ski resort, the question immediately arises, what can you do here during a period when it is warm and there is no way to ski:
- in the summer, you can make hikes and high-mountain ascents, engage in trekking;
- Timotesubani is a monastic complex that attracts many tourists during the summer;
- Also, many people are interested in Tabatskuri lakes and springs. mineral water in Mithrabi.
- The Botanical Garden of the Georgian Academy of Sciences is loved by both adults and children who stay here for outdoor activities, but who want to see all the beauties of the area;
- Not far from the resort village you can visit interesting place- andesite deposit. Another settlement was formed near it, which bears a modest but telling name - Bakurian andesite;
- Borjomi sources are known all over the world and do not need their own introduction. Different generations of people know why the water extracted from Borjomi wells is so valuable.
Botanical Garden of the Georgian Academy of Sciences
The unique Georgian ski resort has a number of interesting sights:
Tourists can visit the bottling plants of this place at any time, since the road from the resort is only about half an hour.
