Samepo Kedi Day Hike

Join us on OUR TOP liked intermediate trail along the Samepo Kedi Range.We will enjoy spectacular views remote villages of Algeti national park and eat local food!

Date: 13 Sep
Duration: 1 day
Driving distance: 220 km
Trip difficulty: Easy to moderate
Group size: Min. 6 participants
Pick-up: 09:00, Samaia Garden, Tbilisi
Drop-off: Around 19:00 Depends on group speed and traffic.
Price: 150 GEL

Trail parameters:
Difficulty: moderate to hard for inexperienced hikers.
Distance: 17 km – Loop
Min. elevation: 1070 m.a.s.l (Starting point)
Max. elevation: 1437 m.a.s.l
Total ascent: 367 m
Approximate hiking time: 5–6 hrs.
Trail description:
The first section of the hike takes place on a gravel road and gradually rises uphill, up to village Didi Namtrviani.
Later the trail morphs into a wilder path that leads past forest and fields, offering spectacular mountain views.

Itinerary:

We will leave Tbilisi in the morning and head to town Manglisi, where we will start our hike.
The trail will lead us through forests, remote villages, and the stunning landscapes of Algeti National Park.
On the way, we will see ruins of early-medieval churches and incredible mountain views.We will also stop in the middle of the hike at a local grandma’s to warm up and eat delicious homemade lunch.
After the lunch, we will continue our footpath towards the mountain ridge and very soon we will descend down to Manglisi.Once we return to Manglisi, we visit the stunning Manglisi Cathedral before returning to Tbilisi.
Return to Tbilisi. The end of the tour.

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

Exclusions:
Personal travel insurance
Gratitudes

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

HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE TOUR

MEETING TIME AND PLACE
We meet 9:00 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.
You will need waterproof hiking shoes and poles. Sunglasses, sunscreen, and a cap will help you in the sun.
Bring extra shoes you can always leave them in the car. Having a raincoat is always a good idea.

FOOD & DRINKS

Always make sure you have enough drinking water. 1.5–2 liters should be enough for the day.
Please make sure to bring snacks – sandwiches, dried fruit, sweets.
They will help you maintain your energy during the hike. Our lunch stop is around 2–3 p.m.
You can fill water in the village and also on the way from river stream.

OTHER ESSENTIAL ITEMS

If you are prone to motion sickness, please have medicine with you.
Bring a day pack to carry important items with you.

GUIDE 
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