A two-day trip
December 28–29
December 28–29
Winter in Svaneti
for New Year's
for New Year's
We're going on a winter getaway with a small, cozy group. We'll take walks around town, go to the sauna in the evening, and go hiking the next day. We'll enjoy the winter, the snow, delicious local cuisine, and panoramic views of the snow-capped peaks.
We've put together this tour for those who want to experience a winter wonderland but don't want to go skiing; you can find tours that include skiing in the itinerary.
Program:
Day One
We'll leave Batumi at 7–8 a.m. The departure time is approximate and may be adjusted. Along the way, we'll enjoy the incredible views from the road. We'll stop for lunch along the way.
Day One
We arrive in Mestia, have lunch, and check into our apartments. Then we go for a walk around the village; if you’d like, you can visit the museums. We’ll admire and take photos of the snow-capped Svan towers, and you can stop by the shops to pick up some snacks and authentic Svan salt.
The evening of the first day
We're heading to the bathhouse on Mount Khatsvali. We'll enjoy a panoramic view of the mountains, including views of Mount Ushba.
Afterward, we'll have dinner, and back at the apartment, we'll have tea with some delicious cupcakes.
Afterward, we'll have dinner, and back at the apartment, we'll have tea with some delicious cupcakes.
Day Two
After breakfast, we’ll head to the Heshkili scenic swings. Then we’ll take the cable car up to the summit.
We’ll go hiking along the ridge, enjoying panoramic views of the mountains and Mestia.
We’ll head back down, have lunch at a scenic café, and head home to Batumi.
We’ll go hiking along the ridge, enjoying panoramic views of the mountains and Mestia.
We’ll head back down, have lunch at a scenic café, and head home to Batumi.
New Year's Spirit
Together, we'll try to create a New Year's atmosphere; we'll eat tangerines, everyone will receive a little gift, and we'll spend a cozy evening at home enjoying tea and pleasant conversation.
We'll be living in cozy apartments
Accommodations are in double rooms, with options for twin or double beds;
We'll have our own kitchen in the apartment.
We'll have our own kitchen in the apartment.
Svaneti for 2 Days
Join us and go on a tour
Level 1 difficulty—what does that mean?
You can tackle these trails even without hiking experience, but you need to be in good physical shape.
The distance of the route will depend on weather conditions and the amount of snow along the way.
If you're still not sure whether this itinerary is right for you, feel free to email us :)
The scale is relative; use the distance and elevation gain as a Tour Leader.
You'll need winter clothing and warm shoes. You can rent ski gear and clothing for the sled ride from us.
Once you've booked your tour, we'll help you pack so you don't forget anything.
Once you've booked your tour, we'll help you pack so you don't forget anything.
We'll be staying overnight in the apartments, in double rooms.
We rent it out; the rental fee is charged separately. You can view our selection in the catalog. Or we can help you choose the right one—just let us know :)
usually a group of 10 to 15 participants
We'll leave between 5:00 and 7:00 p.m. and return home around midnight. The departure time is approximate and may be adjusted.
If you live along the route, we'll drop you off near your home. The final stop is the meeting point for the route.
After you book the tour, we'll set up a chat where we'll go over all the details regarding fees, what to bring, and so on.
The most important thing is to have the right shoes and clothes. We'll tell you everything.
The most important thing is to have the right shoes and clothes. We'll tell you everything.
Our Tour Leaders
We're beads and seals :3
- YaroslavTour LeaderAn avid traveler, rescue worker, and avalanche safety engineer, he worked as a mountain Tour Leader in the Khibiny Mountains and is currently in Svaneti and Megrelia. He enjoys playing the guitar and singing.
Why us?
- high qualityOver the past 2.5 years, we've had about 1,000 satisfied hikers join us on our trips.
We're constantly growing and evolving.
We put our heart and soul into this 😁 - safetyWe follow safety procedures on our hikes.
We have careful drivers.
Our Tour Leaders know what to do in difficult situations. - care and supportSomeone once wrote in a review: “They really take care of their kids,” and that’s absolutely true :3
On our tours, we accompany you the entire way, provide delicious meals, and answer any questions you may have.
If you’ve never been on a hike before, we’ll help you choose the right difficulty level, the right footwear, and so on. - convenienceFor each trip, we have a chat group where we help you get ready for the hike and make sure you pack everything you need. It’s a convenient way to stay in touch with everyone, share links, or post group photos.
We take your dietary needs into account.
You don’t need to worry about the route or travel time—we handle that for you.
We also prepare the gear for you, so you don’t need to reserve or pick it up separately. - You'll feel right at home with usWe travel in a comfortable, off-road-capable vehicle with climate control,
; we form small groups of like-minded people,
; we have a packed itinerary, but at the same time we find time to relax, listen to the silence, and spend time alone with ourselves and nature - lots of goodiesWe bring together like-minded people and kindred spirits.
We shoot awesome drone videos and take photos.
We serve delicious food.
We know the best angles and spots for amazing photos.
We’re pet-friendly.
And yes, we always have treats. - nature toursSome of the tours are led by the company’s founder, Alina, who is a biologist by training and a naturalist by calling.
Along the way, we constantly discuss and explore nature, identify species, and answer all sorts of questions that nature lovers might have: How do glaciers form? What kind of bird is that in the sky? Which constellations are above us right now?