Jeep tours in Georgia

Half a day — 3.5–4 hours from Mestia and back. Most of the time is the steep jeep climb; at the top we spend about an hour by the lakes and the viewpoint. The route is easy to combine with another activity on the same day.

It depends on the weather and the state of the road. In dry weather the 4×4 gets almost to the lakes. After rain the last stretch from the cross is on foot — 30–40 minutes on an easy trail. The guide decides on the spot what is safest.

₾400 is for a 4×4 jeep for up to 6 people with a driver and a local guide. It’s one of the most economical options for a group: for 4–6 people it works out very affordable for such a view. Personal expenses are extra.

The road to Koruldi is a steep, rocky serpentine with off-road sections above the cross. A car can’t handle the climb, and after rain it is dangerous even for an unprepared SUV. We only go in a prepared 4×4 with an experienced driver.

Ushba is most often clear in the morning and at sunset — during the day the peak is often covered by clouds. For the best shots we go either early or before sunset: the light on Ushba is most striking then.

Because of the road. Mestia to Ushguli is only 45 km, but on the mountain dirt road along the Enguri it takes about 2 hours each way. Add time to explore the village, Lamaria church and lunch. Half a day simply isn’t enough — you would barely get there and back without seeing Ushguli itself.

Yes, definitely. The road from Mestia is 45 km of dirt track that gets washed out after rain. We provide a prepared 4×4 with an experienced driver — an ordinary car can’t drive this stretch safely.

₾650 is for an off-road vehicle for up to 6 people with a driver and a local guide for the whole day. Lunch at a guesthouse (₾25–35 per person) and museum tickets are paid separately; we’ll send an exact quote when you book.

From a distance, yes — the summit and ice wall of Shkhara are clearly visible from Lamaria church. But if you want to walk up to the glacier itself, choose the extended full-day “Ushguli and the Shkhara glacier” option with a trek to its foot.

Best from June to October, when the dirt road is dry. In winter and early spring the road is often blocked by snow and avalanche risk, and access can be closed for several days — we plan the trip around the forecast.

Moderate — the programme includes walks of up to 8 km in the mountains. No serious climbing experience is required, but basic fitness is necessary.

Trekking boots, comfortable layered clothing, a rain jacket, sunscreen and enough water. The guide will send a full gear list after booking.