1 day
duration
moderate
difficulty
15 km
distance
↑↓970 m
elevation gain / loss
What you'll see on the trail
Fairytale pine forest and a smooth climb
We start from the ranger station in Likani. The trail immediately pulls us deep into the park, following a mountain river through thick, ancient pine forests. The climb is steady but very gentle, winding up in comfortable switchbacks. In about 2.5–3 hours at a relaxed pace, we'll gain most of our elevation and reach the Chitakhevi Ridge (about 1300–1400 meters above sea level).
Chitakhevi Ridge and panoramic views
Once we hit the ridge, we land on a relatively flat plateau. The forest opens up here and there, revealing stunning views of the canyons and peaks of the Borjomi Nature Reserve. It's the perfect spot for an hour-long break to eat lunch and recharge in the quiet, pine-scented air.
Kvabiskhevi Gorge
After a break, we start the descent into Kvabiskhevi. This section is pretty steep, with the trail zigzagging down the forested slope. Trekking poles will be a lifesaver here to save your knees. Near the end, the path opens up to scenic cliffs and meadows in the Kvabiskhevi river valley—perfect for catching your breath, splashing some cool water on your face, and cruising through the last flat kilometer to the finish line.
We start from the ranger station in Likani. The trail immediately pulls us deep into the park, following a mountain river through thick, ancient pine forests. The climb is steady but very gentle, winding up in comfortable switchbacks. In about 2.5–3 hours at a relaxed pace, we'll gain most of our elevation and reach the Chitakhevi Ridge (about 1300–1400 meters above sea level).
Chitakhevi Ridge and panoramic views
Once we hit the ridge, we land on a relatively flat plateau. The forest opens up here and there, revealing stunning views of the canyons and peaks of the Borjomi Nature Reserve. It's the perfect spot for an hour-long break to eat lunch and recharge in the quiet, pine-scented air.
Kvabiskhevi Gorge
After a break, we start the descent into Kvabiskhevi. This section is pretty steep, with the trail zigzagging down the forested slope. Trekking poles will be a lifesaver here to save your knees. Near the end, the path opens up to scenic cliffs and meadows in the Kvabiskhevi river valley—perfect for catching your breath, splashing some cool water on your face, and cruising through the last flat kilometer to the finish line.
Route Schedule
8:00 AM — Departure from Tbilisi.
10:30 AM — Stop in Borjomi at the Visitor Center for mandatory group registration.
10:45 AM — Short drive to the trailhead in Likani village.
11:00 AM — Hitting the trail from the Likani ranger station. Adjust your poles and head into the woods.
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM — Steady climb through the Likani gorge and coniferous forest until we reach the ridge (about 2.5 hours of hiking).
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM — Lunch break (1 hour) on the panoramic part of the ridge. We'll rest, eat, and snap some photos.
14:30 – 15:30 — Easy traverse along the ridge to the Kvabiskhevi fork (about 1 hour).
15:30 – 18:00 — Long, steep descent from the ridge into the Kvabiskhevi gorge to the finish line (about 2.5 hours).
18:00 — Finish the route at the Kvabiskhevi ranger station.
18:15 — Hop in the van at Kvabiskhevi and head for home.
21:00 – 21:15 — Return to Tbilisi.
10:30 AM — Stop in Borjomi at the Visitor Center for mandatory group registration.
10:45 AM — Short drive to the trailhead in Likani village.
11:00 AM — Hitting the trail from the Likani ranger station. Adjust your poles and head into the woods.
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM — Steady climb through the Likani gorge and coniferous forest until we reach the ridge (about 2.5 hours of hiking).
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM — Lunch break (1 hour) on the panoramic part of the ridge. We'll rest, eat, and snap some photos.
14:30 – 15:30 — Easy traverse along the ridge to the Kvabiskhevi fork (about 1 hour).
15:30 – 18:00 — Long, steep descent from the ridge into the Kvabiskhevi gorge to the finish line (about 2.5 hours).
18:00 — Finish the route at the Kvabiskhevi ranger station.
18:15 — Hop in the van at Kvabiskhevi and head for home.
21:00 – 21:15 — Return to Tbilisi.
how to pay?
To book your spot, we require full payment 100%
Pay in USD or EUR to a Georgian card TBC
Pay in RUB to a Raif card at the Zolotaya Korona rate
More details on cancellations, transfers, and refunds here
what’s included?
Guide support throughout the route
Round-trip transfer from Tbilisi
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what to bring?
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