Ninoshkevi Waterfall Hike in Lagodekhi Protected Area

Join us on a Ninoshkevi Waterfall Hike in Lagodekhi Protected Area. This time our trail will lead us along a forested path, over the cold streams, and up to a spectacular waterfall. A perfect adventure for a weekend!

Date: 5 Sep
Duration: 1 day
Driving distance: 320 km
Trip difficulty: Moderate
Group size: Min. 5 participants
Pick-up: 08:00, Samai Garden, Tbilisi
Drop-off: Tour will depart right after the hike. Tour finishes usually 7 pm

Price: 110 GEL

Trail parameters:

Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 16 km
Min. elevation: 577 m.a.s.l. (starting point)
Max. elevation: 979 m.a.s.l.
Total elevation gain: 584 m
Approximate hiking time: 4-5 hrs.
Trail description: The path leads through a thick old forest. Most of the route is uphill. Depending on the bridge situation we might need to cross one river stream.

Itinerary:

Early in the morning, we will leave Tbilisi and drive to Lagodekhi Protected Area – the oldest nature reserve in Georgia. Our objective for today will be to reach the 40-m-high Ninoshkevi Waterfall. Our hiking trail will follow an uphill forest trail. Upon reaching the waterfall, we will have time to relax and have a picnic lunch. Please make sure you have your own lunch ready, we will not have time for restaurant stop. Return same way back. Sometimes wooden bridge is damaged and we have to cross the river stream which is usually not difficult. Please have your own lunch, we are not going to stop for restaurant. Return to Tbilisi.

Inclusions:
Transfers
Sightseeing/hiking itinerary with an English-speaking guide

Exclusions:
Personal travel insurance
Meals
Gratuities

Note:
Please check Terms and Conditions for our cancellation and insurance policy

HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE TOUR

MEETING TIME AND PLACE
We meet 8:00 at Samaia Garden. Please be on time. In case of any delays, please inform your guide. Otherwise, the group will depart without you.

WEATHER

Georgian weather changes often and fast. For this reason, it’s essential to follow the weather forecast closely. Here is the weather forecast. Please check it the night before the tour to be well prepared.

WHAT TO WEAR
Please wear clothes appropriate to the weather. Make sure to bring hiking boots. You may also take with you walking poles. bring other shoes and spare clothes to leave in the car.

FOOD & DRINKS
Always make sure you have enough drinking water. 1.5-2 liters should be enough for the day. Make sure to bring snacks – sandwiches, dried fruit, and sweets for a picnic lunch. we are not going to stop at the restaurant.

OTHER ESSENTIAL ITEMS
If you are prone to motion sickness, please take medicine with you. Bring a day pack to carry small items with you.

GUIDE 

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