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Tour on this topic: Dashbashi Canyon tour from Tbilisi — from ₾135
What kind of canyon
Dashbashi Canyon is cut by the Khrami river into the volcanic Javakheti plateau. Its walls rise hundreds of metres above the river, and streams and waterfalls run down the slopes.
For a long time the place was known mostly to locals, but after the bridge opened it became one of the most popular day trips from Tbilisi.
The glass bridge
The bridge, about 240 m long, hangs high above the canyon floor, and part of the deck is transparent. In the middle is the crystal café, where you can have a coffee above the abyss. Nearby are a zipline, giant swings and a bicycle on a cable for those who want a thrill.
Trails and waterfalls
A free trail leads down to the canyon floor, to the waterfalls and a small Soviet-era hydro station. The way down and back takes 1.5–2 hours; the trail is steep and slippery after rain.
How to get there
From Tbilisi — 1.5–2 hours by car via Tetritskaro. Marshrutkas to Tsalka leave from Didube bus station, and from Tsalka to the canyon is 10 minutes by taxi. Nearby is the Tsalka Reservoir, which you can add on the same day.
Tips
The best time is from May to October. The plateau is high, about 1,500 m, so even in summer it can be cool and windy. The attractions on the bridge are paid; the trail to the bottom is free.
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