{"id":375481,"date":"2026-08-03T20:48:21","date_gmt":"2026-08-03T18:48:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani\/"},"modified":"2026-08-03T20:48:21","modified_gmt":"2026-08-03T18:48:21","slug":"skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani\/","title":{"rendered":"Skiing in Georgia: Gudauri, Bakuriani &#038; Europe&#8217;s Cheapest Slopes in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Caucasus peaks soaring high into the sky, endless plains of untouched powder, and prices that will make your head spin compared to the Alpine resorts. Georgia is no longer just a summer destination for wine lovers and mountain hikers. In recent years it has become a genuine winter paradise that lures skiers from all over the world with huge helpings of snow and gorgeous, wild scenery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The local ski resorts have undergone massive modernization. You&#8217;ll find modern chairlifts, luxury hotels with pools, and slopes so wide you won&#8217;t be squeezed in with anyone else. And what&#8217;s more, <strong>skiing in Georgia<\/strong> offers absolutely unbeatable freeride opportunities that draw pros from across Europe. Where else could you ski at an altitude of over three thousand metres and, after dark, drop into a cosy restaurant for hot cheesy khachapuri for a couple of euros?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let&#8217;s dive into a complete guide to <strong>skiing in Georgia<\/strong> so you know exactly where to head, what to watch out for, and how to get the absolute most out of this winter holiday. The currency is the Georgian lari (GEL), and as a rough guide 1 GEL is about \u20ac0.33, though the rate obviously fluctuates, so it&#8217;s always best to double-check prices before you travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a712b7394f6b&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a712b7394f6b\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1064\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" 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0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Alexander Fadeev \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 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href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani\/#Why_go_skiing_in_Georgia\" >Why go skiing in Georgia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani\/#When_to_go_skiing_in_Georgia\" >When to go skiing in Georgia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani\/#How_to_reach_the_Georgian_ski_slopes\" >How to reach the Georgian ski slopes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani\/#Where_to_stay\" >Where to stay<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani\/#Gudauri_the_flagship_resort\" >Gudauri: the flagship resort<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani\/#Bakuriani_family-friendly_and_cheaper\" >Bakuriani: family-friendly and cheaper<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani\/#Goderdzi_and_Mestia_for_adventurers\" >Goderdzi and Mestia: for adventurers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani\/#Gudauri_or_Bakuriani\" >Gudauri or Bakuriani?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani\/#How_much_skiing_in_Georgia_costs\" >How much skiing in Georgia costs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani\/#What_to_do_off_the_slopes\" >What to do off the slopes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani\/#Safety_on_the_slopes_and_freeride\" >Safety on the slopes and freeride<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani\/#What_to_taste_after_skiing\" >What to taste after skiing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani\/#Where_to_go_next_in_Georgia\" >Where to go next in Georgia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani\/#Frequently_asked_questions\" >Frequently asked questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani\/#Where_is_the_best_place_to_ski_in_Georgia\" >Where is the best place to ski in Georgia?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani\/#When_is_the_ski_season\" >When is the ski season?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani\/#How_much_does_a_ski_pass_cost\" >How much does a ski pass cost?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani\/#Is_skiing_in_Georgia_safe\" >Is skiing in Georgia safe?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani\/#How_do_you_get_to_Gudauri_from_Tbilisi\" >How do you get to Gudauri from Tbilisi?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani\/#Who_is_Gudauri_for_and_who_is_Bakuriani_for\" >Who is Gudauri for and who is Bakuriani for?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani\/#Can_you_ski_as_a_beginner\" >Can you ski as a beginner?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/skiing-georgia-gudauri-bakuriani\/#Do_I_need_special_insurance_for_skiing_in_Georgia\" >Do I need special insurance for skiing in Georgia?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TLDR\"><\/span>TL;DR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>  <strong>Best resorts:<\/strong> Gudauri is the flagship for advanced skiers and freeride fans, Bakuriani is ideal for families with kids and beginners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>When to go:<\/strong> The season runs from late December to mid-April, with the best snow conditions usually in January and February.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Prices:<\/strong> Among the lowest in Europe. A full-day lift pass in Gudauri costs around 70 GEL, in Bakuriani 55 GEL.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>How to get there:<\/strong> Ideally fly to Tbilisi for Gudauri (2 hours away) or to Kutaisi for Bakuriani. From the airport, use GoTrip transfers or local marshrutka minibuses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Who it&#8217;s for:<\/strong> Complete beginners on gentle slopes, experienced skiers, and adrenaline junkies chasing heli-skiing will all find their thing here.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Accommodation:<\/strong> From cheap guesthouses to modern ski-in\/ski-out resorts with wellness.<\/li>\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a712b73954ef&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a712b73954ef\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-proc-lyzovat-zrovna-v-gruzii-px.jpg\" alt=\"Why go skiing in Georgia\" class=\"wp-image-253683\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-proc-lyzovat-zrovna-v-gruzii-px.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-proc-lyzovat-zrovna-v-gruzii-px-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-proc-lyzovat-zrovna-v-gruzii-px-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-proc-lyzovat-zrovna-v-gruzii-px-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-proc-lyzovat-zrovna-v-gruzii-px-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-proc-lyzovat-zrovna-v-gruzii-px-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-proc-lyzovat-zrovna-v-gruzii-px-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Max Mishin \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_go_skiing_in_Georgia\"><\/span>Why go skiing in Georgia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Georgian mountains have huge appeal that the groomed but often overcrowded Austrian or Italian Alps struggle to match. The main draw is clearly the <strong>best value for money in Europe<\/strong>. A day lift pass at the top-tier Gudauri resort costs just 70 lari, which is roughly a third of the price of Alpine resorts. With the money you save you can treat yourself to much better accommodation, or pay for a freeride guide \u2014 yet another huge reason to come here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Caucasus offers absolutely spectacular powder plains where you won&#8217;t be bothered by any trees or rocks, because many resorts sit high above the tree line. People say you can experience some of the best off-piste runs in the world here, and experienced freeriders can&#8217;t get enough of it. On top of that, you won&#8217;t run into the kind of crowds you get in Western Europe, so you&#8217;ll skip the endless lift queues and the churned-up afternoon moguls. Add legendary Georgian hospitality and amazingly cheap, hearty food, and you&#8217;ve got the recipe for a perfect winter holiday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a712b73958cb&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a712b73958cb\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kdy-jet-na-lyze-do-gruzie-px.jpg\" alt=\"When to go skiing in Georgia\" class=\"wp-image-253686\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kdy-jet-na-lyze-do-gruzie-px.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kdy-jet-na-lyze-do-gruzie-px-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kdy-jet-na-lyze-do-gruzie-px-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kdy-jet-na-lyze-do-gruzie-px-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kdy-jet-na-lyze-do-gruzie-px-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kdy-jet-na-lyze-do-gruzie-px-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kdy-jet-na-lyze-do-gruzie-px-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Sajjad Hossen \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_go_skiing_in_Georgia\"><\/span>When to go skiing in Georgia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Georgia ski season usually kicks off in late December and stretches until mid-April. If you want a guaranteed proper winter wonderland, go in January or February, when snow conditions tend to be most stable and temperatures keep the snow in perfect shape. These months are ideal for deep-powder hunters and off-piste freeride lovers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">March, on the other hand, is made for those of you who prefer sunny days, sunbathing on the terraces of mountain bars, and spring firn. The days are getting longer, the sun has real power, and accommodation prices start slowly dropping. \ud83d\udca1 Tip: The weather in the Caucasus can be very unpredictable and snowfall varies from year to year, so you definitely can&#8217;t count on two metres of snow lying here from December. Always check the current webcams before buying flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You also have to reckon with the logistical pitfalls of the winter Caucasus. The Georgian Military Road in particular, which you&#8217;ll take from Tbilisi, is often tested by avalanches and heavy snowfall in winter. The worst stretches over the Jvari Pass are actually beyond the resort towards Kazbegi, and full closures rarely affect the actual arrival into Gudauri. Still, I&#8217;d recommend checking the official portal roads.ge before you set off, so you don&#8217;t get stuck in traffic jams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a712b7395cf3&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a712b7395cf3\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1064\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-jak-se-dostat-na-gruzinske-sjezdovky-px.jpg\" alt=\"How to reach the Georgian ski slopes\" class=\"wp-image-253692\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-jak-se-dostat-na-gruzinske-sjezdovky-px.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-jak-se-dostat-na-gruzinske-sjezdovky-px-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-jak-se-dostat-na-gruzinske-sjezdovky-px-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-jak-se-dostat-na-gruzinske-sjezdovky-px-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-jak-se-dostat-na-gruzinske-sjezdovky-px-1536x1021.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-jak-se-dostat-na-gruzinske-sjezdovky-px-696x463.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-jak-se-dostat-na-gruzinske-sjezdovky-px-1392x926.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Alexander Fadeev \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_reach_the_Georgian_ski_slopes\"><\/span>How to reach the Georgian ski slopes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The easiest and cheapest way to Georgia is by air, and your destination airport should depend on exactly which resort you&#8217;re heading for. If your goal is the flagship <strong>Gudauri<\/strong> ski centre, I recommend looking for flights to the capital <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tbilisi-georgia\/\">Tbilisi<\/a>, from where it&#8217;s just a two-hour drive into the mountains. If family-friendly Bakuriani or the more distant resorts appeal to you more, the airport in Kutaisi will serve you much better \u2014 Wizz Air flies there very cheaply from a range of European airports. For cheap flights, low-cost carriers like Wizz Air, Ryanair and easyJet are worth comparing across your nearest hubs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From the airport you can get up to the mountains in several ways. For the trip from Tbilisi to Gudauri, the most popular option is a shared marshrutka minibus that departs from the Didube bus station, and the ride costs roughly 15 GEL per person. If you&#8217;re travelling in a group, with lots of luggage, or you like your comfort, it&#8217;s worth booking a private transfer through the GoTrip platform, where the trip costs around 150 to 180 lari and the driver picks you up right at the airport at a time you choose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can easily reach Bakuriani by marshrutka via the popular spa town of Borjomi, or by train. The historic &#8220;Kukushka&#8221; narrow-gauge railway with a bridge by Eiffel himself, which is often mentioned in old guidebooks, sadly hasn&#8217;t run since the covid pandemic, so today it&#8217;s more of a photogenic historical curiosity. If you want to rent a car (for example through RentalCars or DiscoverCars) and drive yourself, be very careful, make sure you have a 4&#215;4 vehicle, and snow chains in the boot are an absolute must in the winter months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a712b73960f0&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a712b73960f0\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kde-se-ubytovat-px.jpg\" alt=\"Where to stay when skiing in Georgia\" class=\"wp-image-253693\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kde-se-ubytovat-px.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kde-se-ubytovat-px-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kde-se-ubytovat-px-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kde-se-ubytovat-px-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kde-se-ubytovat-px-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kde-se-ubytovat-px-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kde-se-ubytovat-px-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Plastic Lines \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_stay\"><\/span>Where to stay<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\ud83d\udca1 Tip for accommodation and experiences: We prefer to look for accommodation on <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Booking.com\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/booking-com\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Booking.com<\/a>, which usually has the best cancellation terms. Tickets, tours and activities are then worth comparing and buying through <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"GetYourGuide\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/getyourguide\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">GetYourGuide<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choosing the right mountain accommodation is often the most important decision of the whole trip. Before picking a resort, think carefully about what you expect from your stay. Experienced riders and couples often look for more luxurious accommodation right on the slope \u2014 so-called ski-in and ski-out hotels, where in the morning you slide out in your ski boots straight onto the lift. Families with kids will appreciate quieter guesthouses away from the noisy apr\u00e8s-ski bars, while a group of students will probably go for cheaper apartments in the lower parts of the resort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Gudauri you&#8217;ll find accommodation of every kind and the infrastructure here is enormous. Be very careful of old names and misinformation online, though \u2014 the famous &#8220;Rooms Hotel Gudauri&#8221; you&#8217;ll occasionally read about actually doesn&#8217;t exist at all; the Rooms chain has hotels in Kazbegi and Tbilisi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Among the best accommodation options is the legendary <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=lyzovani-gruzie-gudauri-bakuriani&#038;hotelname=Hotel%20Marco%20Polo%20Gudauri&#038;address=Georgia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>Hotel Marco Polo Gudauri<\/strong><\/a>, a huge ski-in\/ski-out resort with excellent facilities, or the modern <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=lyzovani-gruzie-gudauri-bakuriani&#038;hotelname=Gudauri%20Lodge&#038;address=Georgia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>Gudauri Lodge<\/strong><\/a> with a beautiful wellness centre and pool, where you can perfectly warm up your muscles after skiing. If you&#8217;re after the best views of the valley and don&#8217;t mind walking a bit, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=lyzovani-gruzie-gudauri-bakuriani&#038;hotelname=Monte%20Hotel&#038;address=Georgia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>Monte Hotel<\/strong><\/a> is amazing. Fans of minimalist design will surely fall for the peaceful <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=lyzovani-gruzie-gudauri-bakuriani&#038;hotelname=Quadrum%20Ski%20%26%20Yoga%20Resort&#038;address=Georgia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>Quadrum Ski &#038; Yoga Resort<\/strong><\/a>, which is built entirely from shipping containers. If you prefer to cook for yourself, check out the huge apartment complex <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=lyzovani-gruzie-gudauri-bakuriani&#038;hotelname=New%20Gudauri&#038;address=Georgia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>New Gudauri<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re heading to Bakuriani, focus on cosier, family-friendly hotels. A great choice for families with kids is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=lyzovani-gruzie-gudauri-bakuriani&#038;hotelname=Crystal%20Hotel%20%26%20SPA&#038;address=Georgia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>Crystal Hotel &#038; SPA<\/strong><\/a>, which offers an indoor pool and playrooms. Right on the slope you&#8217;ll find the popular <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=lyzovani-gruzie-gudauri-bakuriani&#038;hotelname=Kokhta%20Bakuriani%20Resort&#038;address=Georgia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>Kokhta Bakuriani Resort<\/strong><\/a>, which will especially please those who want to be first on the hill. More luxurious apartment accommodation in wooden cabins is offered by the beautiful <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=lyzovani-gruzie-gudauri-bakuriani&#038;hotelname=Villa%20Mtashi&#038;address=Georgia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>Villa Mtashi<\/strong><\/a>, and if you&#8217;re looking for something really cheap for a budget holiday, travellers often praise the cosy guesthouse <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=lyzovani-gruzie-gudauri-bakuriani&#038;hotelname=Edelweiss%20Bakuriani&#038;address=Georgia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><strong>Edelweiss Bakuriani<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 Tip: Whatever apartment you stay in from private owners (especially in Gudauri), I strongly recommend checking for a carbon monoxide (CO) detector. 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This modern and hugely spacious resort sits at an altitude from 1,990 up to a staggering 3,279 metres above sea level on Mount Sadzele. Around 35 kilometres of properly marked slopes await you (marketing materials sometimes tempt you with up to 70 kilometres, but they count freeride routes into that figure), served by roughly fifteen fast, modern Doppelmayr lifts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The slopes here are absolutely ideal for intermediate riders \u2014 a full 56% are beautiful wide red runs and 31% are steeper black slopes, while blue runs for complete beginners are more of a minority. Since the slopes face south, you&#8217;ll enjoy plenty of sunshine, and thanks to the absence of tall trees there&#8217;s no risk of hitting some unexpected root in the open terrain. Gudauri is famous as a freeride paradise, and the sections beneath the Chirdili, Kudebi and the aforementioned Sadzele peaks draw adventurers from all over the world. \ud83d\udca1 Tip: The Sadzele summit is fairly often closed due to strong wind, so if you see the lift running, don&#8217;t hesitate and head straight up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the ultimate connoisseurs there&#8217;s even a once-in-a-lifetime experience in the form of heli-skiing. Companies like Heliksir will fly you by helicopter onto untouched alpine plains from around \u20ac550 per day and treat you to three unforgettable runs in absolute solitude. A full-day classic lift pass costs roughly 70 lari here, and a six-day pass 340 lari. On weekends the resort even switches on great night skiing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a712b739698c&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a712b739698c\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1068\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-bakuriani-rodinne-a-levnejsi-px.jpg\" alt=\"Bakuriani: family-friendly and cheaper skiing\" class=\"wp-image-253695\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-bakuriani-rodinne-a-levnejsi-px.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-bakuriani-rodinne-a-levnejsi-px-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-bakuriani-rodinne-a-levnejsi-px-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-bakuriani-rodinne-a-levnejsi-px-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-bakuriani-rodinne-a-levnejsi-px-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-bakuriani-rodinne-a-levnejsi-px-696x465.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-bakuriani-rodinne-a-levnejsi-px-1392x929.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Lexa Shep \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bakuriani_family-friendly_and_cheaper\"><\/span>Bakuriani: family-friendly and cheaper<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While Gudauri is a symbol of adrenaline, Bakuriani \u2014 tucked away in a forested area at an altitude of 1,641 to 2,702 metres \u2014 is considered an oasis of calm made for a family holiday. You&#8217;ll find around 29 kilometres of slopes here, and the profile of the hills is much gentler, making it an ideal place for complete beginners and children taking their first steps on skis. There are even special children&#8217;s parks with magic carpet lifts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The resort is divided into several zones. The best-known and highest is modern Didveli, which has a snowmaking system and also offers popular night skiing. Experienced skiers usually head for the Kokhta and Mitarbi zones, which provide steeper slopes, and in 2023 the resort even hosted the Freestyle World Championships. 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Goderdzi, hidden in rugged Adjara near the Black Sea, is renowned for its incredible amount of snow. It gets an average of three to four metres of precipitation, and the local &#8220;japow&#8221; powder resembles conditions from the famous Japanese resorts. They only have a few lifts and seven kilometres of groomed runs here, but the huge draw is the extremely cheap cat skiing, where a snowcat takes you up onto ridges you couldn&#8217;t even dream of in Europe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another gem is historic Mestia in the breathtaking Svaneti region. Here you can ski at two resorts: the smaller Hatsvali, with a beautiful view of the majestic twin peak of Ushba, and the more modern Tetnuldi. Although it&#8217;s sometimes mistakenly claimed that Tetnuldi is Georgia&#8217;s highest resort, with its top station at 3,160 metres it holds a solid altitude average and stands out more for its dramatic scenery of ancient defensive towers scattered across the valleys below the slopes. A visit to these areas often pairs with a trip to the famous <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ushguli-georgia\/\">Ushguli and Svaneti<\/a>, which are definitely worth seeing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a712b7397366&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a712b7397366\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1064\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-gudauri-nebo-bakuriani-px.jpg\" alt=\"Gudauri or Bakuriani for skiing in Georgia?\" class=\"wp-image-253697\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-gudauri-nebo-bakuriani-px.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-gudauri-nebo-bakuriani-px-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-gudauri-nebo-bakuriani-px-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-gudauri-nebo-bakuriani-px-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-gudauri-nebo-bakuriani-px-1536x1021.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-gudauri-nebo-bakuriani-px-696x463.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-gudauri-nebo-bakuriani-px-1392x926.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Alexander Fadeev \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gudauri_or_Bakuriani\"><\/span>Gudauri or Bakuriani?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So where should you head in the end? If you love huge endless plains, want to try your luck in the open terrain, enjoy fast modern lifts, and don&#8217;t mind the slightly busier atmosphere of a big resort full of modern buildings, Gudauri is the obvious choice for you. It&#8217;s more easily accessible from Tbilisi airport and guarantees fantastic skiing for intermediate and advanced riders, who also get the legendary evening apr\u00e8s-ski life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bakuriani, on the other hand, will win you over if you&#8217;re travelling with family, small children, or friends who have only been on skis for a short while. The mood here is far more authentic, village-like, and calmer, full of tall pines. Prices for accommodation and food are noticeably lower, and for beginners the zone surrounding Bakuriani with its gentle little hills is much friendlier than the steep high-altitude plains of Gudauri.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a712b7397879&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a712b7397879\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1064\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kolik-stoji-lyzovani-v-gruzii-px.jpg\" alt=\"How much skiing in Georgia costs\" class=\"wp-image-253698\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kolik-stoji-lyzovani-v-gruzii-px.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kolik-stoji-lyzovani-v-gruzii-px-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kolik-stoji-lyzovani-v-gruzii-px-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kolik-stoji-lyzovani-v-gruzii-px-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kolik-stoji-lyzovani-v-gruzii-px-1536x1021.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kolik-stoji-lyzovani-v-gruzii-px-696x463.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kolik-stoji-lyzovani-v-gruzii-px-1392x926.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Alexander Fadeev \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_skiing_in_Georgia_costs\"><\/span>How much skiing in Georgia costs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The budget for a ski holiday in Georgia is very pleasant, and compared to countries like Austria, Switzerland or France you&#8217;ll save a lot of money. We&#8217;ve already mentioned the lift pass prices, which range from 55 lari in Bakuriani to 70 lari a day in Gudauri. If you don&#8217;t have your own gear, don&#8217;t worry \u2014 there are plenty of quality rental shops on site. For a complete ski or snowboard set you&#8217;ll pay around 50 GEL a day, and for a helmet rental budget roughly 10 to 15 lari.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want an instructor, a private lesson costs roughly 100 to 120 lari. More experienced skiers can rent an avalanche set (transceiver, probe and shovel) for about 35 lari a day. So the daily budget of an average skier \u2014 including a lift pass, meals on the slopes, an evening out, and any gear rental \u2014 comfortably fits within 160 to 180 lari a day. When you realise that just a lift pass and ski rental in the Alps can easily run to \u20ac600 to \u20ac700 for a week over winter, Georgia comes out of this comparison as the absolute winner. All prices are of course for the 2025\/2026 season and may change slightly depending on inflation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a712b7397ce6&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a712b7397ce6\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1064\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-co-delat-mimo-sjezdovky-px.jpg\" alt=\"What to do off the slopes when skiing in Georgia\" class=\"wp-image-253699\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-co-delat-mimo-sjezdovky-px.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-co-delat-mimo-sjezdovky-px-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-co-delat-mimo-sjezdovky-px-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-co-delat-mimo-sjezdovky-px-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-co-delat-mimo-sjezdovky-px-1536x1021.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-co-delat-mimo-sjezdovky-px-696x463.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-co-delat-mimo-sjezdovky-px-1392x926.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Alexander Fadeev \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_do_off_the_slopes\"><\/span>What to do off the slopes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you want to take a break from carving turns all day, the mountains offer plenty of other experiences too. Gudauri is known as an international hub for winter paragliding, where you take off from the mountaintops and enjoy a breathtaking bird&#8217;s-eye view of the snowy Caucasus. These tandem flights start at around 419 lari. You can also pay for snowmobile tours here, or try adrenaline-fuelled snowkiting on the treeless plains. \ud83d\udca1 Tip: It pays to leave your apartment early in the morning for the first lift \u2014 the popular accessible off-piste stretches around the slopes get skied out fairly quickly during the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Plenty of skiers also come to the mountains for great fun, and there&#8217;s no shortage of apr\u00e8s-ski bars. In Gudauri the legendary Black Dog Bar is famous, where after dark instructors and visitors alike gather for a chilled local beer (around 13 lari) and live music. Travel Bar or the Drunk Cherry venue are also very popular. If you&#8217;re craving some recovery, remember that outdoor thermal springs aren&#8217;t available here in winter, and you&#8217;ll have to look for wellness in the form of heated pools and saunas inside the more luxurious hotels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a712b739810e&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a712b739810e\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-bezpecnost-na-svazich-a-freeride-px.jpg\" alt=\"Safety on the slopes and freeride in Georgia\" class=\"wp-image-253700\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-bezpecnost-na-svazich-a-freeride-px.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-bezpecnost-na-svazich-a-freeride-px-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-bezpecnost-na-svazich-a-freeride-px-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-bezpecnost-na-svazich-a-freeride-px-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-bezpecnost-na-svazich-a-freeride-px-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-bezpecnost-na-svazich-a-freeride-px-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-bezpecnost-na-svazich-a-freeride-px-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Vakho Dolidze \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Safety_on_the_slopes_and_freeride\"><\/span>Safety on the slopes and freeride<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Safety should always come first, especially in the high Caucasus. The mountains here are huge, unpredictable, and the weather can change literally from minute to minute \u2014 from bright sun to an impenetrable whiteout in which you can&#8217;t see a step ahead. Gudauri doesn&#8217;t have its own professional Alpine-style avalanche service, so if you head anywhere off the marked slopes, you always do it at your own risk and you should absolutely carry full avalanche gear. Ideally, always hire a certified IFMGA guide for off-piste tours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In case of any problem, call the emergency line 112, but be aware that mountain rescue here isn&#8217;t quite at the Swiss level yet. People sometimes recall the terrifying accident from spring 2018, when a lift on the Sadzele slope failed and the machinery began reversing downhill at huge speed. Fortunately no one died and only 11 people were injured; the investigation showed it was purely human error while switching to the generator after a power outage. The lifts themselves are of good quality and are constantly being modernized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An absolute must before travelling to Georgia is quality insurance. From 2026 basic travel insurance will even be required by the authorities, with minimum coverage of around 30,000 lari. \ud83d\udca1 Tip: For skiing, however, ordinary insurance tied to your payment card won&#8217;t be enough \u2014 always make sure your policy explicitly covers winter sports, high-altitude hiking, and above all any search and rescue by helicopter (Search and Rescue). Travellers have had good experiences with the global policy from SafetyWing, which can easily be extended with these adrenaline packages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a712b739855e&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a712b739855e\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1064\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-co-ochutnat-po-lyzovani-px.jpg\" alt=\"What to taste after skiing in Georgia\" class=\"wp-image-253701\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-co-ochutnat-po-lyzovani-px.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-co-ochutnat-po-lyzovani-px-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-co-ochutnat-po-lyzovani-px-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-co-ochutnat-po-lyzovani-px-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-co-ochutnat-po-lyzovani-px-1536x1021.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-co-ochutnat-po-lyzovani-px-696x463.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-co-ochutnat-po-lyzovani-px-1392x926.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Alexander Fadeev \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_taste_after_skiing\"><\/span>What to taste after skiing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Skiing at huge altitudes exhausts you incredibly, and that&#8217;s exactly when you&#8217;ll appreciate how brilliant Georgian cuisine is. It&#8217;s literally made for refuelling, and for vegetarians it&#8217;s an absolute dream come true, because meat definitely doesn&#8217;t have to play the leading role here (the locals do enjoy meaty shashlik in the slope-side restaurants, but you&#8217;ll choose from dozens of other options). The absolute staple is the famous Georgian dumplings khinkali, served here in great varieties filled with potato, delicate sulguni cheese, or fresh mushrooms. Remember that khinkali is always eaten with your hands \u2014 you grab it by the firm stalk, carefully bite in, suck out the hot broth inside, and then eat the rest; the tough stalk (the knot) is left on the plate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After a whole day in the cold, you&#8217;ll be wonderfully warmed by the famous khachapuri adjaruli \u2014 a boat of fluffy dough filled with melting salty cheese, into which a raw egg is cracked and a good chunk of butter dropped just before serving. Also excellent is the traditional bean soup lobio served in a clay pot, the cornbread mchadi, the thick cheese porridge elarji, or the Svan chvishtari, a flatbread stuffed with cheese right inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the slopes you&#8217;ll find plenty of stalls and cabins where they&#8217;ll happily serve you a mug of hot mulled wine (glintvein), coffee, or fiery chacha spirit to warm you up. Compared to prices in Tbilisi, the slope-side restaurants in Gudauri are understandably about 40 to 60 percent more expensive, and you can even get Italian vegetarian pizza and pasta here, but by Georgian standards these are still very affordable amounts that won&#8217;t ruin your wallet. And to help you tackle another hill the next morning, the popular natural mineral water Borjomi or the sweet herbal lemonade Natakhtari will save you from a hangover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a712b73989e3&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a712b73989e3\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1275\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kam-dal-v-gruzii.jpg\" alt=\"Where to go next in Georgia\" class=\"wp-image-253702\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kam-dal-v-gruzii.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kam-dal-v-gruzii-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kam-dal-v-gruzii-700x465.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kam-dal-v-gruzii-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kam-dal-v-gruzii-1536x1020.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kam-dal-v-gruzii-696x462.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-kam-dal-v-gruzii-1392x924.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Mursten \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_go_next_in_Georgia\"><\/span>Where to go next in Georgia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re planning to extend your winter holiday and see other corners of this fascinating country, we&#8217;ve prepared more practical articles that are sure to come in handy:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>  Coming to Georgia for the first time and want an overview of everything essential? Read our main article <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/georgia-best-places-holiday\/\">Georgia Holiday<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  If you&#8217;re flying to ski in Gudauri, you&#8217;ll probably land in the capital. Discover everything that <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tbilisi-georgia\/\">Tbilisi<\/a> has to offer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  If you&#8217;re travelling via the famous Military Road, definitely check out tips for the area of <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/kazbegi-georgia-things-to-see\/\">Kazbegi and Gergeti<\/a>, which lie just beyond the slopes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  More drawn to the distant resorts of Mestia and Hatsvali? Get inspired by our guide to rugged <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ushguli-georgia\/\">Ushguli and Svaneti<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a712b7398ed6&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a712b7398ed6\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1067\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-casto-kladene-otazky-px.jpg\" alt=\"Frequently asked questions about skiing in Georgia\" class=\"wp-image-253703\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-casto-kladene-otazky-px.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-casto-kladene-otazky-px-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-casto-kladene-otazky-px-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-casto-kladene-otazky-px-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-casto-kladene-otazky-px-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-casto-kladene-otazky-px-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/gudauri-casto-kladene-otazky-px-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Nikolina \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781546441000\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_is_the_best_place_to_ski_in_Georgia\"><\/span>Where is the best place to ski in Georgia?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>It depends on your experience and preferences. Gudauri is absolutely top-notch for lovers of endless freeriding, long wide slopes and more advanced skiers. However, if you&#8217;re traveling with family and small children, or standing on skis for the first time, the quieter and cheaper resort of Bakuriani with its gentle hills and children&#8217;s parks will suit you much better.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781546441001\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_the_ski_season\"><\/span>When is the ski season?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The season typically starts at the end of December and runs until mid-April. The best and most stable snow conditions with huge piles of powder are in January and February, while in March you&#8217;ll enjoy more sunshine, spring corn snow and emptier slopes.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781546441002\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_a_ski_pass_cost\"><\/span>How much does a ski pass cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Prices are very reasonable and rank among the best in Europe. In Gudauri you&#8217;ll pay around 70 lari for a full-day ski pass, which is approximately \u20ac25. In family-friendly Bakuriani, a full-day ticket will cost you 55 lari.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781546441003\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_skiing_in_Georgia_safe\"><\/span>Is skiing in Georgia safe?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>On marked slopes yes, the infrastructure is modern and the lifts undergo regular maintenance. However, if you head off-piste for freeriding, you need to be aware that the mountains don&#8217;t have an avalanche rescue service at Alpine standards. You should definitely have an avalanche transceiver, probe and shovel, and ideally take a local professional mountain guide with you.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781546441004\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_get_to_Gudauri_from_Tbilisi\"><\/span>How do you get to Gudauri from Tbilisi?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The journey takes approximately two hours by car. Shared marshrutkas depart regularly from Didube bus station and cost around 15 lari per person. Alternatively, you can book a comfortable private transfer through the GoTrip service directly from the airport for around 150 to 180 lari for the entire car.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781546441005\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_is_Gudauri_for_and_who_is_Bakuriani_for\"><\/span>Who is Gudauri for and who is Bakuriani for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Gudauri with its huge southern slopes and altitude up to 3,279 meters targets more experienced riders, lovers of deep powder and fans of active apr\u00e8s-ski fun. Bakuriani, surrounded by pine forests, on the other hand offers a friendlier hill profile for families and beginners.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781546441006\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_ski_as_a_beginner\"><\/span>Can you ski as a beginner?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Absolutely yes. Especially in Bakuriani you&#8217;ll find zones specifically designed for people taking their first steps on snow, with no shortage of children&#8217;s carpet lifts or the option to hire a local instructor (for approximately 100 to 120 lari per hour). In Gudauri there are slightly fewer blue runs, but beginners can also have a great time at the lower lift stations.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1781546441007\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_I_need_special_insurance_for_skiing_in_Georgia\"><\/span>Do I need special insurance for skiing in Georgia?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, standard travel insurance usually doesn&#8217;t cover injuries from winter sports. You need to make sure your policy explicitly includes coverage for winter skiing, high-altitude sports and especially Search and Rescue, which would cover the cost of a rescue helicopter intervention in the high mountains if necessary. Specialized packages from companies like SafetyWing are a good choice.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Skiing in Georgia offers powder and freeride for a fraction of the price of the Alps. We help you choose between Gudauri and Bakuriani, when to go, what it costs, and where to stay.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":253694,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","rank_math_title":"Skiing in Georgia 2026: Gudauri & Bakuriani Guide","rank_math_description":"Skiing in Georgia offers cheap powder, freeride and modern lifts. Compare Gudauri vs Bakuriani, prices, the season and where to stay. 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