Birdwatching is becoming more and more popular in Georgia, and the Samtskhe-Javakheti region is the best place for this activity. If you are keen on observing vegetation and animal life, love photography, then Javakheti protected areas are perfect for you.

In Javakheti, there are an abundance of lake passes, which function as a key migratory route for wild birds. More than 260 species of birds are registered in Javakheti, which covers 75% of Georgia’s bird population. Of the 260 species of birds, 76 species are permanent inhabitants of the area and the remaining 184 species are migrating through.