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The Shkhara Glacier trek is one of the most spectacular day hikes in Upper Svaneti. Starting with a scenic drive from Mestia to Ushguli, the route continues on foot through the open Enguri Valley toward Mount Shkhara, the highest peak in Georgia. The hike is not technical, but it is a real mountain walk with long distances, uneven terrain, river valley landscapes, and changing weather conditions. Along the way, travelers experience wide Caucasus views, medieval Svan towers, grazing horses, remote alpine scenery, and impressive glacier viewpoints. Horse riding from Ushguli can also be arranged on request, depending on local availability and weather.

Explore the cultural heart of Svaneti on an easy walking tour through Mestia. With a local guide, visit the historical districts of Lanchvali and Lekhtagi, learn about medieval Svan towers and traditional houses, and discover important cultural sites such as the Mestia Museum of History and Ethnography, Margiani family house, Transfiguration Church, and Mikheil Khergiani Museum. This short tour is ideal before or after a trek, or for travelers who want to experience Svaneti’s history without a long hike.

Shdugra Waterfall hiking tour from Mestia is a scenic full-day trip to the Becho Valley, one of the most beautiful areas near Mount Ushba. The tour combines private transport to Mazeri village, a guided hike through forest trails, mountain streams and alpine scenery, and a visit to the powerful Shdugra Waterfall hidden deep in the valley.

The Chalaadi Glacier hike is one of the easiest and most rewarding day tours from Mestia. After a short transfer into the Chalaadi Valley, the route follows a forest trail and the Mestiachala River toward the glacier viewpoint. The hike is not technical, but the terrain includes stones, uneven ground, and rocky moraine near the glacier. It is a good choice for families, first-time visitors, and travelers who want to experience Svaneti’s high mountain scenery without a long or difficult trek.

This 3-day horse riding tour is designed for experienced riders who want to explore Upper Svaneti beyond the usual hiking routes. Starting in Mestia, the journey follows a demanding mountain route toward Adishi, continues through wild alpine terrain to Ushguli, and finishes with a spectacular ride toward Kala via the Svaneti Range. The tour includes long riding days, narrow paths, river valleys, open highland pastures, remote village sections, and exposure to mountain weather. It is not suitable for beginners. Riders must be confident controlling a horse independently and comfortable spending several hours per day in the saddle.

The Marvelous Latali Tour is a cultural day trip from Mestia into one of Svaneti’s most traditional communities. The tour takes you to Lakhushdi village, where life still follows the rhythm of family work, gardens, old houses, and mountain seasons. The day includes a short guided hike to Tangili Church, an 11th-century church hidden above the village, followed by tea, local lunch, a Svan cooking masterclass, and dinner with local hosts. By special request, traditional gold searching in the Enguri River can also be arranged when season, river conditions, and local availability allow. This is an easy, meaningful tour for travelers who want to experience everyday Svaneti beyond Mestia’s main streets.

This 10-day trekking holiday is one of the most complete trekking routes in Svaneti, designed for experienced hikers who want to go beyond the classic Mestia to Ushguli trail. The journey starts in quiet Etseri, continues through Becho, Mazeri and the dramatic Ushba area, crosses the demanding Guli Pass to Mestia, then follows the classic high mountain route through Jabeshi, Adishi, Iprali and Ushguli. Along the way, hikers experience guesthouse stays, glacier valleys, remote villages, high passes, river crossings, Svan towers and some of the strongest mountain views in the Greater Caucasus. This is a hard trekking holiday with several long hiking days, suitable for fit travelers who are comfortable walking 5–7 hours per day on uneven mountain trails.

The Mestia to Ushguli trek is the classic multi-day hiking route in Svaneti and one of the most memorable treks in Georgia. Over four days, the trail leads from Mestia through traditional Svan villages, alpine meadows, forest paths, glacier valleys, and high mountain viewpoints before reaching Ushguli, the legendary tower village below Mount Shkhara. This is not a technical climb, but it is a real mountain trek: travelers should be ready for 6–8 hours of walking per day, guesthouse accommodation, changing weather, and one important river crossing near Adishi. For hikers who want to experience Svaneti’s landscapes, village life, and medieval tower culture in one journey, this is the essential route.

The Koruldi Lakes hike is one of the most rewarding day hikes from Mestia. The trail starts directly from town and climbs steadily above the valley, passing viewpoints over Mestia, Svan towers, and the surrounding mountain landscape. As the route gains elevation, the scenery opens toward Ushba, Tetnuldi, Banguriani, and the high Caucasus range. The lakes themselves are small, but their alpine setting makes them one of the most photographed places near Mestia. This is a hard but non-technical hike, suitable for active travelers with good fitness. Horse riding can also be arranged on request for those who prefer an easier way to reach the lakes.

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The Guri Mountain hike is a scenic day tour for travelers who want to experience Ushguli beyond the main village and Shkhara Glacier route. Starting from Ushguli, the trail climbs into open alpine landscapes with wide views over Upper Svaneti, medieval towers, pastures, ridges, and surrounding Caucasus peaks. Compared with the more popular glacier hike, this route feels quieter and more spacious, making it a good choice for hikers who enjoy peaceful mountain scenery and panoramic viewpoints. The hike is not technical, but it includes uphill walking, uneven ground, exposed sections, and changeable mountain weather.