Mountain Megrelia: a hike to the fabulous lake Tobavarchhili

Rise above the clouds and see stunning beauty and energy places. Discover this unforgettable adventure by exploring breathtaking scenery and enjoying the beauty of mountainous Megrelia. Let’s talk about the culture of the Georgian people and the Georgian feast. Learn how to say toast and make sure we sing together.

Route:

1 Day: We will meet in one of 3 cities - Tbilisi, Kutaisi, Batumi - depending on the place of arrival of participants. We get to know each other, get in the car and drive towards mountain Megrelia. On the way, we will stop for lunch and shopping (if desired). The journey will take about 3-6 hours, depending on the place of arrival of the group members. In the evening we will stop at the Guest House, which is located in the balneological resort “Scuri” and spend the night. You can rest from the road and prepare for the upcoming route.

2 Day: In the morning, our route will begin early from the Skuri resort through the Kirnahona Pass. By car (optional) we will reach the hiking trail, where we will be waiting for horses and accompanying 4 people. The distance of 10 km will take about 5 hours. Upon arrival, we can spend the night in a tourist shelter.

3 Day: The next morning we go up to the pass, which offers a panoramic view of the breathtaking lakes – Tobavarchhili (large and small). This is a system of silver lakes, including 5-7 lakes, depending on the route. On the way we will discover indescribable beauty places: alpine meadows, tropical forests, waterfalls. In the evening, we will set up a camp near the lake and stay overnight.

Day 4: From the lake "Tobavarchhili" we will pass a small pass to the sources of the river "Khobistskali", where you can see the beautiful lake "Didgali". Go down to another picturesque lake "Kalashi" and continue to the valley of the river "Managa". There is a stunning view of the waterfall “Managa” (40 meters high). We'll camp here and spend the night. At the shepherd’s parking lot, you can try mountain cheese – suluguni, mazoni and the traditional Megrelian dish Elarji.

5 Day: Following the trail along the river bank, we will cross the pedestrian bridge and go down to the campsite “Jalar”. Crossing the river, we climb the slope to the old forest road and go down to the valley of the spring river “Tskhavshela” and head to the pass “Kirnakhon” from where our journey began. Here we will be waiting for a car that will take us to the Guest House of the Skuri resort.

All transfers by car according to the program. Guesthouse. Tent seat. Group equipment: burners, fire equipment and everything you need. Lunch once a day. Group first aid kit. Support by experienced guides. Horses.