Dashbashi Canyon Tour from Tbilisi — Diamond Waterfall & Glass Bridge
Dashbashi Canyon near the town of Tsalka is one of Georgia's most photogenic natural sights: a deep green gorge with the Diamond Waterfall, a glass observation bridge suspended over the valley and a cafe hanging above the cliff. Just two hours from Tbilisi, it makes an easy and dramatic day in nature.
Price
from ₾135
Duration
8–9 hours
Group
up to 7 people
Departure
09:00
Language
English
Format
Private tour
Written by Timur, private tours in Tbilisi since 2015 · 460+ tours · rating 4.9/5
Why choose this tour
Private car — pickup from your hotel at 09:00, return in the afternoon
One of Georgia's newest attractions: the glass bridge over Dashbashi gorge with a hanging cafe
The Diamond Waterfall — a wide cascade you can reach on a short walk down into the canyon
Tsalka reservoir and the green volcanic highlands of Kvemo Kartli on the way
Group up to 7 people — relaxed pace, perfect for couples and families
Free cancellation 48 hours before; no payment until the day of the tour
In short: Dashbashi Canyon Tour from Tbilisi — from ₾135 per person. Small group, private guide from Sakhva Travel, direct booking with no agency fees.
The Glass Bridge over the Gorge
The centrepiece of Dashbashi is the 240-metre glass observation bridge stretching across the canyon at a height of around 280 metres. In the middle hangs a diamond-shaped glass capsule with a cafe — one of the most unusual viewpoints in Georgia.
Walking the transparent deck above the green gorge is a genuine thrill, and the views down the valley to the waterfalls are extraordinary.
The Diamond Waterfall
From the bridge a path leads down into the canyon to the Diamond Waterfall — a wide curtain of water tumbling over mossy rock. The descent takes about 20–30 minutes and the gorge below is cool, green and full of small cascades.
The canyon floor feels like another world after the open highland above: ferns, springs and the constant sound of water.
Tsalka and the Highlands
The drive crosses the volcanic plateau of Kvemo Kartli, passing the wide Tsalka reservoir and grazing highlands. It is a landscape of big skies and few people — very different from the lush valleys most tours visit.
On the way we stop for the best viewpoints and, in season, for local honey and dairy from highland villages.
Timur's insider tip
Go down to the waterfall, do not just stay on the bridge — most people photograph the gorge from above and leave, but the canyon floor with the Diamond Waterfall is the real reward. Wear shoes with grip: the path down can be slippery after rain. The glass-capsule cafe is worth a coffee for the view alone. And mornings are best — by midday tour buses arrive and the bridge gets busy.
Detailed itinerary
The tour starts with a morning pickup and a roughly two-hour drive south-west onto the Tsalka plateau. The road climbs steadily out of the valleys into open highland scenery.
At Dashbashi we walk the glass bridge, then descend into the canyon to the Diamond Waterfall and the cascades along the river before climbing back up for lunch with a view. The return to Tbilisi takes about two hours.
09:00Departure from Tbilisi — hotel pickup, ~2 hours onto the Tsalka plateau
11:00Dashbashi glass bridge — 240 m transparent deck and the hanging diamond cafe over the gorge
12:00Descent to the Diamond Waterfall — 20–30 min walk down to the canyon floor and cascades
13:30Lunch with a view — highland cafe near the canyon (₾20–30, not included)
14:30Tsalka reservoir viewpoints — photo stops on the volcanic highlands
15:30Return to Tbilisi — ~2 hours back
~17:30Arrival — drop-off at your hotel
Included
Private transfer from Tbilisi and back
Personal guide (English)
Dashbashi Canyon and glass bridge
Walk to the Diamond Waterfall
Tsalka reservoir viewpoints
Bottled water
Not included
Lunch (₾20–30 avg.)
Glass bridge / cafe entry (if applicable)
Personal shopping and souvenirs
Prefer a full mountain day with snow-capped peaks instead of a canyon?
The tour starts from your hotel anywhere in Tbilisi — Timur picks you up in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Groups are a maximum of 7 people, and families with children are welcome. Payment is in Georgian Lari (₾) — cash or bank transfer. Booking is through WhatsApp; Timur usually replies within 10–15 minutes.
When to book
In high season (May–October) book 2–3 days ahead. A day's notice is usually enough in shoulder season. Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure; if weather is poor we reschedule at no charge.
What to bring
Shoes with good grip — the path into the canyon can be slippery
A light jacket — the highlands are cooler and windier than the city
Sunscreen and sunglasses for the open plateau
Camera — the bridge, the gorge and the waterfall are all highly photogenic
Best time to visit
Late spring to autumn (May–October) is ideal: the gorge is green and the waterfall full. Winter is possible in dry, clear weather but the descent can be icy.
Book the Dashbashi Canyon Tour
Private tour from ₾135 · Up to 7 people · Timur answers within 1 hour
About two hours by car each way, on the Tsalka plateau south-west of Tbilisi. It is one of the easiest natural day trips from the city.
Is the glass bridge scary?
It is a thrill but completely safe — a wide, solid glass deck with railings. You can walk as little or as much of it as you like, and the hanging cafe in the middle is a great spot for a coffee with a view.
Can I reach the waterfall?
Yes. A path leads down from the bridge to the Diamond Waterfall in about 20–30 minutes. The descent is moderate; grippy shoes are recommended, especially after rain.
Saba, our guide and driver, was wonderful. He was on time, knowledgeable, and provided a memorable day for us.
Ralph Grunewald — Google, September 2026
★★★★★
I want to single out the organisation. Everything was explained in detail before the trip, questions were answered quickly, and they stayed in touch during the journey too. That matters a lot to me, because I don’t like holidays where I have to sort out a hundred organisational issues myself. With SakhvaTravel everything went smoothly. (translated from Russian)
Angelina — Google, September 2026
★★★★★
Five stars +! Exceptional service level, clear communication and extreme willingness to go the extra mile all added up to the marvelous experience dealing with Sakhva agency.
