Waterfall excursions in Georgia

The walk takes 2–3 hours including the drive from Stepantsminda: 7 km by car each way plus an easy ~1–2-hour trek to two waterfalls and back. It’s half a day — the other half can go to Gergeti or relaxing in Kazbegi.

Yes. Gveleti is the easiest hike near Kazbegi: a gentle trail, little elevation gain, no steep climbs or drops. It’s manageable for children from 5–6 and people with no trekking experience. You only need comfortable shoes.

From ₾350 per car, not per person. In a group of up to 7 the price is shared, so the more people, the cheaper it is for each. The price includes the car in Kazbegi/Stepantsminda, the drive to Gveleti village and back, and a local guide. Prepayment 10% when booking, the balance in cash in lari on the day of the walk.

Yes, a passport is required: Gveleti is in the border zone, and there’s a checkpoint by the village where your details are recorded. No permit needs to be arranged in advance, and passage is free. Tell us your citizenship when booking and we’ll check the current rules.

No. A normal road along the Terek leads to Gveleti village — we drive almost to the start of the trail in an ordinary car. A jeep is needed for Truso and Juta, but not for Gveleti.

The waterfall is most powerful from May to July, at the height of the snowmelt. In autumn there’s less water, but the weather is more stable and the colours are beautiful. In winter it depends on the weather: after snowfalls the Georgian Military Road is sometimes closed.

The Truso Gorge excursion takes a full day, starting early in the morning and finishing in the evening. We spend about 10–12 hours on the trip, including stops and walks in the gorge.

Yes, the excursion suits families with children, but take your children’s fitness into account. If they enjoy active walks in the fresh air, it’s a great option for a family holiday.

Yes, we offer private excursions that can be tailored to your wishes and interests. Just contact us in advance and we’ll discuss all the details.

The tour costs from ₾265 per person (group of up to 7). It costs more than a regular Kazbegi trip because only a dirt road leads into the Truso gorge — you need an off-road vehicle, and hiring one with a driver costs more than a sedan. The price includes transfer from Tbilisi and back by 4×4, a local guide, and stops at the mineral springs and in Zakagori village. 10% prepayment when booking, the balance in cash in lari on the day of the tour.

Yes, be sure to bring your passport. Truso is partly in the border zone, and there’s a checkpoint at the entrance where border guards record your details. Access is free for citizens of most countries and no permits need to be arranged in advance — we handle everything on site. Just tell us your citizenship when booking so we can check the current rules.

The route is manageable for most people: most of it is by off-road vehicle, and on foot we walk 3–5 km along the flat floor of the gorge to the springs and towers, with no steep climbs. But the ground is rocky, so you need trainers or trekking boots — not sandals. Bring a light jacket: even in summer it’s +15–18° in the gorge and windy. Bring water and snacks — there are no cafés on the route.