Samtskhe-Javakheti has great potential for winter tourism, offering activities like skiing, snowboarding, cultural sightseeing, and relaxing in natural hot springs. The region's picturesque landscapes, historical sites, and culinary experiences make it an ideal destination for winter travelers seeking both adventure and cultural immersion.
The region has several ski resorts that attract winter sports enthusiasts. Popular resorts include Bakuriani and Mitarbi, offering a range of slopes suitable for beginners to advanced skiers and snowboarders.
Explore the picturesque landscapes of Samtskhe-Javakheti on snowshoes or by hiking along winter trails. The region's natural beauty, including snow-covered forests and mountains, provides a scenic backdrop for outdoor adventures. Javakheti area is famous for frozen lakes. More than 60 lakes located in Javakheti usually freeze during winter and early spring which is the spectacular scenery for photographs.
Visitors can also experience snowmobiling from Bakuriani through the mountains to the village Tabatskuri.
Bakuriani is one of the main skiing resorts in Georgia. The area offers 23 ski pistes with a total length of 29.1 kilometers.
Bakuriani is one of the main skiing resorts in Georgia. The area offers 23 ski pistes with a total length of 29.1 kilometers. The tracks are equipped with artificial snow-making systems so even in years with less snow skiers can enjoy the mountain all winter. The slopes here are divided according to the following levels of difficulty, with tracks for beginners, intermediates, advanced, and experts.
There are 8 lifts and 1 funicular which are operational from 10 am to 5 pm. The snow season lasts for 4 to 5 months in Bakuriani. It is a paradise for ski lovers and contains an Olympic quality winter sports center.
Monday - Friday 8:00 am 6:00 pm
In Winter Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park is especially beautiful. National park offers one and two days snowshoeing tours. You can rent snowshoes at National park Visitor center.
For more information, visit National Park website
Snowmobiling from Bakuriani to the village of Tabatskuri in Samtskhe-Javakheti offers an exhilarating experience through snow-covered landscapes and picturesque mountain trails. It's a unique way to explore the region's winter beauty while enjoying the thrill of snowmobiling across scenic terrain.
For more detailed information about the service providers please contact Samtskhe-Javakheti DMO through this website.
