A boat walk on the Kura (Mtkvari) river is an unusual way to see Tbilisi. From the water you catch views you cannot get from the streets: the Metekhi church on its cliff, the Bridge of Peace, Narikala fortress and the balconies of the Old Town. It is a short city outing of 30 minutes, especially beautiful at sunset, and a perfect add-on to a walking tour.
Price
from ₾80
Duration
30 minutes
Group
up to 7 people
Departure
17:00
Language
English
Format
Private tour
Written by Timur, private tours in Tbilisi since 2015 · 460+ tours · rating 4.9/5
Why choose this tour
A different angle on Tbilisi — the city's landmarks seen from the river
Best at sunset: warm light on the fortress, then the night illumination of the bridges
Short and easy — 30 minutes in the heart of the city
Pairs perfectly with a walking tour of the Old Town or an evening out
Great for couples and families looking for something a little different
Relaxed pace with a guide who points out what you are seeing
In short: Kura River Boat Walk in Tbilisi — from ₾80 per person. Small group, private guide from Sakhva Travel, direct booking with no agency fees.
What You See from the Water
The Kura divides Tbilisi in two, and many of the city's best views face the river. From the boat you get a clear line of sight to the Metekhi church on its cliff, the glass Bridge of Peace, the cable car to Narikala and the dense rows of Old Town balconies.
It is a fresh perspective on a familiar city: what the streets and buildings hide by day, the river reveals all at once.
Sunset Is the Best Time
We schedule the walk for the evening on purpose: at sunset the walls of Narikala and Metekhi glow warm, and then the night lighting of the bridges and embankments comes on. The city visibly changes before your eyes.
For photography this is the best hour in Tbilisi — and from the water the shots are especially striking.
How to Combine It
The Kura boat walk is short and complements a walking route through Old Tbilisi or an evening tour. The natural order is to stroll the city first and meet the sunset on the water.
The format suits couples, families and anyone who wants an unusual experience in a small amount of time.
Timur's insider tip
Take the walk at sunset and sit on the right-hand side as the boat sets off — that side has the best line on Narikala and Metekhi in the evening light. My ideal Tbilisi evening goes like this: a stroll through the Old Town, a boat on the Kura at sunset, then dinner with a view of the illuminated fortress. The river ties it all together into one impression.
Detailed itinerary
This is a short city outing, not a day trip: you meet in the centre, spend 30 minutes on the water and return to the same pier. That makes it easy to slot into the evening alongside dinner or a walk through the Old Town.
The route runs along the central stretch of the river, past the key sights of Tbilisi. We set the start time around sunset so you catch both the daytime city and the evening illumination.
17:00Meet at the pier — gathering in central Tbilisi, boarding
17:10Metekhi & the Old Town — views from the water of the church on its cliff and the historic centre
17:30Bridge of Peace — the modern glass bridge — a symbol of new Tbilisi
17:50Narikala & the sulphur baths — panorama of the fortress and the Abanotubani district
18:20Return to the pier — disembark; optionally continue on foot
Included
Boat walk on the Kura river
Guide (English)
Views of Metekhi, the Bridge of Peace and Narikala
Accompaniment from the meeting point
Not included
Transfer to the pier
Drinks and dinner
Want to explore the streets and courtyards of Old Tbilisi on foot too?
This is a short evening outing in central Tbilisi — you meet at the pier rather than at your hotel. Groups are small and families are welcome. Payment is in Georgian Lari (₾). Booking is through WhatsApp; we confirm the meeting point and time, set around sunset.
When to book
Book a day ahead in high season. We set the start time around sunset for the best light. Free cancellation up to 48 hours before; in poor weather the walk is rescheduled.
What to bring
A light jacket — it is cooler on the water in the evening
A charged phone or camera — the views from the river are worth it
Comfortable shoes if you continue on foot afterwards
Best time to visit
Spring to autumn, in the hour around sunset, for the best light and the evening illumination of the bridges.
Book the Kura River Boat Walk
Private tour from ₾80 · Up to 7 people · Timur answers within 1 hour
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.
Gideon Truter — Google, July 2026
★★★★★
Happy with the trip. I will recommend you! The best in Georgia! (translated from Russian)
