Caucasus Experience Georgia
The Trip
Deep in the Greater Caucasus lies a mysterious alpine lake “Tobavarchkhili. The name literally means ‘Silver Lake’ and refers to the beauty of the mountainous surroundings, which is brilliantly reflected in the lake. Due to its remote location, a visit is not for the average traveler and even among the locals, most know the place only by name and reputation. But according to the locals, this is the most beautiful place on earth, something you must have been to once in a lifetime. And so do we. That’s why we take you on a journey of discovery into the Caucasus. Wild, untouched and unprecedentedly beautiful!
Our Caucasus experience begins in full style with a visit to families in an authentic mountain village. Georgian style, the Kamaz takes us into the mountains after which we dive into the wilderness, accompanied by shepherds and horses carrying our sleeping gear, food and tents. We head to Samegrelo province and make our way through the mountainous landscape of Silver Lake, where we explore the area. We sleep in tents and our food we cook outside on the fire. After 6 days of wild nature, it is time for a typical Georgian farewell dinner.
If there is enough interest (minimum of 5 persons) there is the possibility to extend the trip after the wild camping trip with four days of hiking in the mountainous province of Svaneti. The travelers before you described this as an absolute must, not to be missed!
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Theme and levels
The theme of this trip is Wild Roots: a trip to a place where nature and culture are inseparable. We want to give you a pure Georgian Caucasus experience and therefore go deep into the area. For this trip a good basic condition and experience with hiking in mountainous terrain is desirable. Experience with (wild) camping or Wild Human is a plus, but not necessary.
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Practical
Cost
€1550
The cost includes:
- 7 nights in traditional Georgian accommodation or tent
- breakfast, lunch and evening meals
- use Rewild tents
- local guides, shepherds and horses
- Rewild Mountain Leader / wilderness guide
- local transport
Not included in this price:
is your flight to Kutaisi and expenses in
catering establishments.
The cost for the optional four-day extension of this trip is €650 per
person. This includes:
4 x breakfast, lunch and dinner Georgian style
4 nights accommodation in a guesthouse
transportation and guide
Logistics
We will fly on our own with the evening flight from Dortmund to
Kutaisi. This cost is not included in the package price. From there,
transportation within Georgia is organized by Rewild and is included in the
price
Nutrition
Because we can load the horses with food and cooking equipment,
we can bring more fresh and unprocessed ingredients and food.
Part of this trip is that we prepare the meals as a group.
In addition, we bring plenty of snacks that do not require preparation
. Clean drinking water is abundant in the area and the
Rewild guide will have filters with us.
The extension
With enough enthusiasm (minimum 5 people), there is the possibility to extend the trip by four days after the wild camping trip. On day 8 of the trip we will leave for the mountainous province of Svaneti where on days 9, 10 and 11 we will walk from traditional guesthouse to
guesthouse and sleep with Georgian families in the mountain villages. A taster of life as a Caucasian inhabitant. With light packs we hike about 6 to 9 hours a day past glaciers and impressive
peaks culminating in a fantastic route over a ridge, if conditions allow of course. On day 12 we depart back to the Netherlands.
Travel guarantee and booking
The departure of this trip is guaranteed from 7 people. A maximum of 10 people can join the trip. This trip is a package tour and to comply with the legally required guarantee on package tours, Rewild uses the guarantee of VZR Garant. You can find the conditions of this guarantee scheme on the website of VZR Garant.
Insurance
To participate in Rewild trips, you must be insured for activities in mountainous areas off the beaten track. You can inquire about this with your current insurance company or purchase travel insurance from the Dutch Climbing and Mountaineering Association.
Conditions of participation
By participating in a Rewild trip, you accept the general travel conditions, as found at the bottom of the website. The cancellation policy is also explained here.
Packing List
Travel Program
Day 1
Travel day and accommodation
After a late arrival at Kutaisi airport, we will travel by private bus to our guesthouse for the first night.
Day 2 through 7
Camping trek in the Greater Caucasus
After breakfast, we leave for the village of Khaishi. Here begins our trek to higher ground, where the horses and herdsmen are ready for the great adventure. Daily we hike about 10-15 km with the necessary altimeters and camp in the wild. We will visit the mysterious lakes, walk through wild valleys, hike to peaks and enjoy waterfalls and pristine nature. After 6 days in nature, it’s time for a hot shower. We conclude the trip in Georgian style with a traditional dinner.
Day 8
Travel Day
Back to the Netherlands. Or stay an extra 4 days for a hike from guesthouse to guesthouse in the beautiful province of Svaneti?
Day 8 to 12
Extension
With enough enthusiasm (minimum 5 people) there is the possibility to extend the trip by four days after the wild camping trip. On day 8 of the trip we leave for the mountainous province of Svaneti where on days 9, 10 and 11 we walk from traditional guesthouse to guesthouse and sleep with Georgian families in the mountain villages. A taster of life as a Caucasian inhabitant. With light packs we hike about 6 to 9 hours a day past glaciers and impressive peaks culminating in a fantastic route over a ridge, if conditions allow of course. On day 12 we depart back to the Netherlands.
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Can I cancel or change my booking?
Yes, cancellation is possible according to our terms and conditions: up to 8 weeks before departure you pay only the deposit, after that increasing costs apply up to 100% just before departure.
Do you offer travel insurance?
No, we do not offer travel insurance ourselves. We recommend mountaineering insurance through the NKBV.
Are there any hidden fees or service charges?
No, there are no hidden costs. All unavoidable additional costs are clearly stated in advance in the travel price.
Do you also rent equipment or materials?
Yes, some of the required equipment is available for rent on our trips. We offer these rental options during the booking process. There you can see exactly what gear is available and add it directly to your booking. That way you don’t have to arrange this separately in advance.
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