Tobavarchkhili Silver Lakes

Group meeting. Prep day

Route: Tbilisi/Batumi → Zugdidi → Mukhuri village
We leave Tbilisi/Batumi early in the morning, heading toward western Georgia.
We'll meet up in Zugdidi, get to know each other, and grab lunch at a cozy local spot. Then we head to Mukhuri village. We'll relax at a guesthouse, talk through the route details, and get our packs ready for the trek.

Ascent to Mount Natipuru and trek to Lake Okhoje

Route: Mukhuri village → Mount Natipuru (2055) → Okhoje Pass → Lake Okhoje
Distance / gain / loss: ~8 km / ↑1160 m / ↓660 m
Trail description: Early in the morning, we hop into 4x4s and head up to Mount Natipuru (2055 m), our starting point. We'll hike through alpine meadows, then descend toward coniferous forests and waterfalls. We'll take a break here to rest and have lunch by a mountain river. Then, a steady climb takes us up to Okhoje Pass, and from there, we head to Lake Okhoje where we'll set up camp for the night.

The path to Lake Tobavarchkhili

Route: Lake Okhoje → Eastern Toba Pass → Lake Tobavarchkhili
Distance / gain / loss: ~5 km / ↑500 m / ↓350 m
Trail description: First, we need to tackle the Eastern Toba Pass (2880 m). We'll descend to the lake across rocky sections and snowfields. Once we reach the lake, we'll set up camp.

Exploring the Tobavarchkhili Surroundings

Route: Lake Tobavarchkhili → Didgali → Kaliashi → Ertskemi → Lake Tobavarchkhili
Distance / elevation gain / loss: ~? km / ↑? m / ↓? m
Trail description: Today is all about exploring the other glacial lakes in the area: Didgali, Kaliashi, and Ertskemi. They’re just as stunning as Tobavarchkhili but tucked away in the mountains. We’ll hike up the lake's northeastern ridge and drop into the gorge. We’re hiking light today—swimming in mountain waters and heading back to our lakeside camp at Tobavarchkhili for the evening.

Descent to Magana Waterfall and Jholora River

Route: Lake Tobavarchkhili → Magana → Jholora
Distance / elevation gain / loss: ~12 km / ↑300 m / ↓2000 m
Trail description: Time to leave Tobavarchkhili and head down to the Magana waterfall. Then we'll push on toward the Jholora River. It's a massive descent today, so watch your step, especially on the steep bits. We'll set up camp right by the river.

The Final Stretch. Heading Home

Route: Jholora River → Kimakhoma Shelter → Tskuri Village → Tbilisi/Batumi
Distance / elevation gain / loss: ~8 km / ↑970 m / ↓330 m
Trail description:
We hike to the Kimakhoma shelter, where our trekking journey ends. After a quick break, we hop into a truck for the ride down to Tskuri village. From there, our transport will be waiting to take us back to Tbilisi or Batumi.

*If you're not ready for the fun to end, you can add a trip to the Black Sea beaches in Shekvetili and Ureki—the perfect way to unwind after a wild mountain adventure.