Five nights in Mestia skiing Tetnuldi and Hatsvali, the quiet Caucasus alternative to Gudauri, well away from the lift queues.
- —Tetnuldi is Georgia's highest ski resort, with groomed runs starting above 3000m and marked off-piste sections between the pistes.
- —Hatsvali sits a short cable car ride from Mestia, with sheltered forest runs suited to mixed-ability groups.
- —Mestia itself is worth the days spent off the slopes, with medieval Svan stone towers and views of Ushba.
- —Five nights spreads skiing across both resorts without a long transfer day cutting into time on snow.
- —Far fewer skiers than Gudauri, which means shorter lift lines and quieter pistes most of the season.
- —Private 4×4 transfer from Tbilisi or Kutaisi is included, so you are not arranging onward travel after a long flight.
Map: OpenStreetMap · Road route and driving times: OSRM · Times exclude stops.
- ✓ Private 4×4 transfer Tbilisi or Kutaisi to Mestia and return
- ✓ 5 nights in a Mestia guesthouse with breakfast
- ✓ 3-day ski pass covering Tetnuldi and Hatsvali (validity checked at booking)
- ✓ Transfers between the guesthouse and both ski resorts on ski days
- ✓ English-speaking driver throughout
- ✓ Luggage handling and all taxes
- — Ski and snowboard equipment rental
- — Lunches and dinners
- — Travel and ski insurance
- — Certified mountain guide for off-piste skiing (available separately, checked at booking)
- — Personal ski gear and clothing
- · Bring warm layers and waterproof outer gear; Mestia sits at altitude and wind chill on Tetnuldi's upper slopes is significant
- · The Zugdidi–Mestia road can close briefly after heavy snowfall; we monitor conditions and adjust timing, see our road status page
- · Season runs December to April, with the most reliable snow from January through March
- · Tetnuldi's top lift station is above 3000m; some acclimatisation time is normal on the first day
- · Equipment rental is available in Mestia and is not included in this package
- · Off-piste terrain at Tetnuldi should only be skied with a certified mountain guide, arranged separately
Is this suitable for beginners?
Hatsvali has gentle, sheltered runs well suited to beginners and intermediates. Tetnuldi's upper pistes are longer and more demanding, though it also has easier lower sections.
What happens if the road to Mestia is closed by snow?
We track conditions on our road status page and will adjust the transfer day or route if needed, with no extra charge for reasonable delays.
Can we rent skis or a snowboard locally?
Yes, rental shops operate in Mestia near both resorts. Equipment is not included in this package and is paid locally.
Is a mountain guide included for off-piste skiing?
No. Off-piste access at Tetnuldi requires a certified mountain guide, which we can arrange separately at the rate shown in our services.
Prices are per person for two travelling together, in euros; solo travellers and larger groups are quoted on request. Every departure is private and adjusted to you. Hotels, wineries and restaurants on our routes are verified by GTour.
Snow-capped Svaneti peaks rise above forested slopes, typical of the Tetnuldi and Hatsvali ski area. · Photo: G.N. / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0
| Group | Per person | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 traveller | €2,064 ≈ $2,301 · 5,974 GEL | €2,064 ≈ $2,301 · 5,974 GEL |
| 2 travellers | €1,290 ≈ $1,438 · 3,734 GEL | €2,580 ≈ $2,876 · 7,467 GEL |
| 3 travellers | €1,226 ≈ $1,367 · 3,548 GEL | €3,678 ≈ $4,101 · 10,645 GEL |
| 4–6 travellers | €1,097 ≈ $1,223 · 3,175 GEL | €4,388 ≈ $4,892 · 12,700 GEL for four |
Private tour: your own car and driver, guide and hotels as described. Conversions at today's National Bank of Georgia rate.
Free cancellation up to 7 days before the tour. Between 7 days and 48 hours: 50 % of the price. Less than 48 hours or no-show: no refund. If a mountain road closes and the tour cannot run, you choose a new date or a full refund.
20 % deposit confirms the booking. Deposit by card or bank transfer when the date is confirmed; the balance in cash or by card at the start of the tour. No hidden fees — fuel, parking, driver and guide are included; entrance tickets, meals and hotels are listed per tour.
Since 1 January 2026 every foreign visitor to Georgia must hold health and accident insurance with cover of at least 30,000 GEL — see our guide to the rule. Our vehicles carry passenger liability insurance; your travel policy covers you.
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