Hatsvali Ski Resort in Svaneti offers thrilling skiing and snowboarding experiences through alpine forests, with breathtaking views of the Caucasus Mountains. The resort is a year-round destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
Located in the stunning Svaneti region, Hatsvali Ski Resort is a haven for skiers and snowboarders. The resort's immense natural beauty and varied ski trails make it a popular destination throughout the year.
Things to See and Do
Hatsvali boasts a total of 5,495 meters of ski trails catering to all levels of aptitude. For adventurous skiers and snowboarders, the resort offers the thrill of freeriding through pristine snow and alpine forests.
In the summer months, visitors can enjoy hiking, picnicking, mountain biking, and paragliding. The gondola cable cars can accommodate bicycles and camping equipment, making it easy to access the resort's many outdoor activities.
Infrastructure and Amenities
The resort offers both chair and gondola cable cars, with the second ascending to the skiing area. A single multi-day pass can be used to access the cable cars at other ski destinations in Georgia.
Two restaurants are available on the mountain, one at the lower cable car station and one at the upper. Visitors can enjoy a mesmerizing view from Zuruldi Cafe while savoring a hot cup of coffee, tea, mulled wine, or hot chocolate.
Highlights
- Skiing and snowboarding through alpine forests
- Breathtaking views of the Caucasus Mountains
- Freeriding for adventurous skiers and snowboarders
- Summer activities like hiking, picnicking, mountain biking, and paragliding
- Gondola cable cars with access to skiing areas and outdoor activities
- Traditional Svan hospitality and local cuisine
- Single multi-day pass for access to other ski destinations in Georgia
- Stunning views from Zuruldi Cafe
Getting there by car
Driving distance from Tbilisi, Kutaisi and Batumi city centres. Times are one-way; fuel is a rough estimate.
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From Tbilisi
- Distance
- 463 km
- Drive time
- 8 h 42 min
- Fuel (est.)
- ~135 GEL
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From Kutaisi
- Distance
- 230 km
- Drive time
- 6 h 2 min
- Fuel (est.)
- ~67 GEL
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From Batumi
- Distance
- 282 km
- Drive time
- 6 h 35 min
- Fuel (est.)
- ~82 GEL
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