- Season – July to September
- Type – Trekking
- Duration – 7 days
- Start/Finish – Tbilisi (This tour is available from Kutaisi and Batumi as well)
Availability
Scheduled group tour: 24-30 August 2026
Private tour is available for any dates from July 15th till September 10th
Additional Information
Wild camping
We provided all equipment to spend the trek safe and comfortable in the nature:
● A three person tent occupied by only two participants. Giving ample space and
privacy. In case of an uneven number of people in the group a 2 person tent will be
supplied for a single participant. Our tents are highly suitable to the rugged terrain
and unpredictable weather of the mountains.
● Sleeping bag with a comfort rating of 0°c.
● Closed foam sleeping mats with a R-value of 2,5.
Horses
Camping gear, kitchen supplies, food provisions and 30 litres of personal belongings will be
transported on horseback. Participants only have to carry their own personal belongings plus
a lunch for the day. Please refer to the packing list for essential items required for this hiking
tour.
Safety evacuation
In case a participant cannot continue the trekking tour. An extensive evacuation plan is in
place.
The execution of this plan will cost GEL 2600,- and includes transportation all the way to a
major hospital in Tbilisi if necessary, accommodation and assistance in a hospital. If a
participant’s health is not in a critical condition, we will arrange accommodation in a
Guesthouse near the area and costs will be reduced.
In case an emergency occurs the cost will need to be paid immediately to ensure that the
emergency response team can do whatever is necessary to bring the participant to safety.
Afterwards a cost overview of the evacuation will be made available and can be used for the
participant’s personal insurance claim.
Weather & Temperature
Daytime temperatures typically range from 8 to 22 degrees Celsius, while nighttime
temperatures drop to between 0 and 12 degrees. August is the warmest month in the Egrisi
range, often bringing afternoon summer rainstorms.
With a complete packing list, participants will be fully equipped for any conditions they may
encounter during the tour.
Physical Conditions
Each day, the group will cover an average of 7 km in rugged mountain terrain, which is
roughly equivalent to 20 km on flat land. This tour is challenging, and training a few months
in advance is highly recommended. To prepare physically, walking 10 km daily in hilly terrain
or 15 km on flat land is an effective way to get ready for the tour.
Food Supplies for camping
Food supplies during the trekking tour are transported on horseback. The food supplies and
kitchen equipment are only available on the campsites. You will need the following:
– 5 days of breakfast
– 7 days of lunch
– 5 days of diner
– 6 days of snacks
Each participant can bring a maximum of 4 kilos of food, all excess weight will need to be
carried by participants themselves. It’s advised not to bring canned foods or food stored in
glass jars to minimize the weights. Avoid fragile foods — they’re carried on horseback and
can easily get crushed or damaged along the way.
Pricing
Scheduled group tour (24-30 August 2026) – 4000 GEL per person
Private group prices:
- 6-7 persons – 3500 GEL per person
- 8-9 persons – 3000 GEL per person
- 10-11 persons – 2600 GEL per person
- 12-16 persons 2400 GEL – per person
For the inquiry please, contact us
- E-mail – info@budget-georgia.com
- Group tour department WhatsApp number +995 551 130 703
- Private tour department WhatsApp number +995 511 103 556
Included
● Lunch on the way (day 1)
● Private transport between Tbilisi and Samegelo region (day 1 and 7)
● Guesthouse in Samegrelo with dinner and breakfast (day 1)
● Dinner and use of amenities of the guesthouse (day 7)
● Luggage storage in the guesthouse
● Off road transport to and from the trailhead (day 2 and 7)
● Megrelian dinner prepared by shepherds (day 4)
● Two hiking guides. 24/7 supervision on the trail and on the campsite
● Tents (shared per two participants), sleeping bags and isolation sleeping mat
● Horse support:
○ camping gear, kitchen equipment
○ food supplies: 4kg per person
○ personal luggage: (30 liter per person)
● Safety Plan: Satellite text communication, first aid kit (only bandage and antiseptics),
first responders on call, horse support and emergency contingency plans
Not included:
● Accommodation in Tbilisi
● Food camping supplies
● Personal hiking and camping equipment: see packing list & recommendations
● Alcoholic drinks
● Gratuities and Tips
● Personal travel insurance
Packing list
The items on the packing list are essential to complete the hiking tour in safety and comfort.
Each participant is responsible to have these items collected, organized and packed.
● Hiking gear
○ Backpack minimal 45 liter with rain shell
○ Drybag or plastic bags to keep essential contents in the backpack dry
○ 2 liters of water in 2 bottles
○ Trekking poles (at least one trekking pole is required)
○ Head lamp with spare batteries
● Hiking shoes
○ Hiking shoes are the most important garment. The Ideal shoes for the type of
terrain we cross have a mid to high support around the ankle. A sturdy sole
and full nose protection against bumps and sharp stones. New shoes should
be broken in before going on this hike. Older shoes that haven’t been recently
used need to be tested before taking them with this tour. Glue between the
sole and the shoes can dry out and fail during walking.
● Clothing
○ outdoor long pants
○ quick dry t-shirts: synthetic or merino wool
○ insulating layer: sweater, vest or hoodie made of fleece or wool
○ hardshell/rain jacket: also used for wind protection
○ hiking socks: high quality materials, matched with the hiking shoes
○ sun hat
○ sun glasses: category 3 is recommended
○ thin gloves, scarf (optional)
○ Rain trousers, poncho (optional)
○ Warm insulated jacket: puffy down or synthetic filled jacket with hood,
waterproof packed
○ Warm hat and gloves for nights and cold mornings
○ Thermal underwear for nights and cold mornings
○ slippers (optional)
● Personal items
○ Toothbrush, toothpaste
○ Sun screen SPF 50, lip balm, etc
○ Toilet paper, waterproof packed
○ Micro towel
○ Emergency whistle
○ Insect repellents, medicines: antihistamine, mosquito headnet
○ Personal first aid kit
○ passport and other documents waterproof packed
