1 day
duration
moderate
difficulty
15 km
distance
↑↓970 m
ascent / descent
What you'll see on the route
Fairytale pine forest and a smooth climb
We start from the ranger station in Likani. The trail immediately leads us deep into the park, following a mountain stream through thick, ancient coniferous forest. The climb here is steady but very gentle, winding and comfortable. In about 2.5–3 hours at a relaxed pace, we gain the main elevation and reach the Chitakhevi Ridge (about 1300–1400 meters above sea level).
Chitakhevi Ridge and panoramic views
Once on the ridge, we hit a relatively flat plateau. The forest opens up in places, revealing stunning views of the canyons and peaks of the Borjomi Nature Reserve. It's the perfect spot for a one-hour break to eat lunch and soak in the quiet, pine-scented air.
Kvabiskhevi Gorge
After resting, we begin the descent into Kvabiskhevi. This section is quite steep, with the trail zigzagging down the forested slope. Trekking poles will be a lifesaver here to save your knees. Near the end of the descent, the trail leads to picturesque cliffs and meadows in the Kvabiskhevi river valley, where you can catch your breath, splash some cool water on your face, and walk the final flat kilometer to the finish.
We start from the ranger station in Likani. The trail immediately leads us deep into the park, following a mountain stream through thick, ancient coniferous forest. The climb here is steady but very gentle, winding and comfortable. In about 2.5–3 hours at a relaxed pace, we gain the main elevation and reach the Chitakhevi Ridge (about 1300–1400 meters above sea level).
Chitakhevi Ridge and panoramic views
Once on the ridge, we hit a relatively flat plateau. The forest opens up in places, revealing stunning views of the canyons and peaks of the Borjomi Nature Reserve. It's the perfect spot for a one-hour break to eat lunch and soak in the quiet, pine-scented air.
Kvabiskhevi Gorge
After resting, we begin the descent into Kvabiskhevi. This section is quite steep, with the trail zigzagging down the forested slope. Trekking poles will be a lifesaver here to save your knees. Near the end of the descent, the trail leads to picturesque cliffs and meadows in the Kvabiskhevi river valley, where you can catch your breath, splash some cool water on your face, and walk the final flat kilometer to the finish.
Route Schedule
08:00 — Departure from Tbilisi.
10:30 — Stop in Borjomi at the Visitor Center for mandatory group registration.
10:45 — Short drive to the trailhead in Likani village.
11:00 — Start of the hike from the Likani ranger station. Adjust poles and head into the forest.
11:00 – 13:30 — Gradual climb through the Likani gorge through coniferous forest until reaching the ridge (2.5 hours of hiking).
13:30 – 14:30 — Lunch break (1 hour) on the panoramic part of the ridge. Rest, eat, and take photos.
14:30 – 15:30 — Comfortable traverse along the ridge to the Kvabiskhevi junction (about 1 hour).
15:30 – 18:00 — Long, steep descent from the ridge into the Kvabiskhevi gorge to the finish point (about 2.5 hours).
18:00 — Finish line at the Kvabiskhevi ranger station.
18:15 — Hop in the van in Kvabiskhevi and head home.
21:00 – 21:15 — Back in Tbilisi.
10:30 — Stop in Borjomi at the Visitor Center for mandatory group registration.
10:45 — Short drive to the trailhead in Likani village.
11:00 — Start of the hike from the Likani ranger station. Adjust poles and head into the forest.
11:00 – 13:30 — Gradual climb through the Likani gorge through coniferous forest until reaching the ridge (2.5 hours of hiking).
13:30 – 14:30 — Lunch break (1 hour) on the panoramic part of the ridge. Rest, eat, and take photos.
14:30 – 15:30 — Comfortable traverse along the ridge to the Kvabiskhevi junction (about 1 hour).
15:30 – 18:00 — Long, steep descent from the ridge into the Kvabiskhevi gorge to the finish point (about 2.5 hours).
18:00 — Finish line at the Kvabiskhevi ranger station.
18:15 — Hop in the van in Kvabiskhevi and head home.
21:00 – 21:15 — Back in Tbilisi.
How to pay?
To book your spot, we require 100% payment upfront
Pay in USD or EUR to a Georgian TBC card
Pay in RUB to a Raif card at the Zolotaya Korona exchange rate
Read more about cancellation, rescheduling, and refund policies here
what’s included?
Guide support throughout the route
Round-trip transfer from Tbilisi
Tea
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what to pack?
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