Powder skiing in Svaneti: the untamed mountains of Georgia
This trip combines a day of off-piste skiing at a resort with five days of muscle-powered touring based in Mestia and Ushguli villages, in the heart of the Svaneti mountains. One of the touring days may be snowcat-assisted. We will be staying at two different villages and skiing different slopes every day.
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On-snow support
- Independent: Below this trip's level of support
Ski or ride independently, without trip staff accompanying you on the mountain.
- Hosted: With your guide
Trip hosts ski or ride with the group, help everyone get oriented, and share local knowledge.
- Guided: Included
Professional guides lead the group and select suitable terrain and routes based on conditions and ability. Instruction is not included.
- Coached: Not confirmed
Professional coaches lead the group, select suitable terrain, and provide instruction and personalized feedback to help you improve.
- 6 days on snow with staff
- Resort and backcountry guiding6 days of skiing with a guide (IFMGA aspirant qualification)
Terrain, ability and who it is for
- Daily climbs range from 1,100m to 1,300m, with tougher days hitting up to 1,900m depending on group fitness.
- The highest point tops out around 3,000m.
- Solid kickturns are a must.
- Downhill runs are typically 30–35°, but there can be steeper sections up to 40.
- By joining a ski trip, you confirm that you can safely and comfortably ski ‘black’ runs, have already participated in off-piste skiing trips and feel confident about the difficulty level stated in the itinerary description.
- Sport
- Ski
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What the price includes
Included
- Lodging
- Lift pass
- Meals · partly
- Transfers
- 6 days of skiing with a guide (IFMGA aspirant qualification), including one day of off-piste skiing at a resort, and one day of snowcat-assisted touring (subject to weather conditions).
- Ski passes for 1 day.
- All private transfers, including airport transfers, transfers into/out of Svaneti, transfers to ski resorts and between villages etc.
- All accommodation : 4 nights in Mestia, 2 nights in Ushguli and 2 nights in Kutaisi — on a twin-sharing basis.
- Meals: breakfasts, packed lunches and dinners in Svaneti.
Not included
- Single accommodation supplement · extra cost€280 per person
- International flights to Kutaisi (starting from €40 one way but adds up to €200-400 with skis and luggage). Transfer from Tbilisi to Kutaisi (if flying to Tbilisi).
- Dinners a la carte at restaurants in Mestia, about €10 per person per meal, plus drinks.
- Personal snacks and lunch boxes — you can bring your favorite protein bars, buy Snickers/nuts in Mestia or order lunch boxes at a hotel.
- Personal insurance.
- Discretional tips.
Not confirmed by the operator: Lesson.
Day by day
- Day 1: Sunday: Arrival in Kutaisi. Rest. Scenic drive to Svaneti.Touch down in Kutaisi early morning, then rest and refuel at a hotel before our journey begins. After breakfast, we hit the road for a private 5-hour scenic transfer to Mestia, the heart of Svaneti — the main village of Svaneti.
- Day 2: Warm-up tour in Mazeri valley.Our first day of ski touring kicks off in the picturesque Mazeri Valley (aka Becho), just a 40-minute drive from Mestia. With short approaches from the road and wide-open slopes, it’s perfect for warming up ski legs. Vertical gains range from 1,000—1,500m, with runs offering breathtaking views of the iconic Mt Ushba.
- Day 3: Tour Chizhdi pass / Mt Laila.We drive to Tskhumari village on the opposite side of the main valley, with incredible views of the Great Caucaus range as we climb higher up. Starting our climb at 1,350m, we aim for a high point of 3,100m depending on group fitness and conditions.
- Day 4: Snowcat-assisted ski tour on Chalaadi glacier.Weather permitting, we’ll tackle one of Georgia’s ultimate touring routes: Chalaadi Glacier. A snowcat takes us to 2,700m, saving energy for a 700m skin and short bootpack (no crampons needed!).
- Day 5: Transfer to Ushguli, tour Gvibari ridge.After a hearty breakfast, we take a scenic 2.5-hour drive to Ushguli, a UNESCO treasure and one of Europe’s highest inhabited villages (2,200m).
- Day 6: Touring in Ushguli. Transfer back to Mestia.Another day exploring Ushguli’s powder playground. Potential objectives include Lagem Pass, offering a closer view of the 5,000m-tall Bezengi Wall, or the shoulder of Mt Dadiashi for stronger skiers in good conditions.
- Day 7: Off-piste skiing at Tetnuldi resort. Return to Kutaisi.Weather permitting, we’ll spend our final ski day exploring the epic terrain at Tetnuldi Resort, 40 minutes from Mestia. With lifts reaching 3,160m, Tetnuldi offers everything from steep, north-facing couloirs to short tours above the resort.
- Day 8: Sunday: Transfer to Kutaisi airport and flight home.
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Where you stay
In Svaneti’s main village of Mestia we will be based in a small family-run hotel boasting stylish and cozy rooms with private showers. In Mestia we will dine out in numerous restaurants offering Georgian and European cuisine.
We will be staying there for two nights in a family guesthouse. The rooms are much more basic and showers may be shared.
Getting There
Getting to Georgia from Europe is a breeze: hop on a direct low cost Wizzair flight to Kutaisi from Milan, Munich, Vienna or many other European cities. Alternatively, fly Pegasus via Istanbul.
Georgia welcomes European tourists with open arms as a proud EU candidate state. No visa is required for most nations.
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Dates and prices
- Feb 28 – Mar 7, 20272026/27 · 8 days1,940 EURFrom €1,940 per person for 6 days of skiing, twin-sharing; international flights excludedAvailableChoose these datesBook on company website
Printed as "28 Feb-7 Mar 2027".
- Mar 14 – Mar 21, 20272026/27 · 8 days1,940 EURFrom €1,940 per person for 6 days of skiing, twin-sharing; international flights excludedAvailableChoose these datesBook on company website
Printed as "14-21 Mar 2027".
Prices, taxes and fees, required extras, inclusions, availability, and booking terms can change. Confirm the current price and trip details on the company website; source last reviewed September 24, 2026.
Good To Know
- We require financial commitment from the participants in a form of 20% deposit paid via SEPA bank transfer or Paypal/card.
- The remaining balance is paid in cash or wire transfer upon arrival.
- We’ll also cover avalanche search and rescue training today.
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