Georgia has some of the greatest skiing in the Europe and is a highlight of any winter holiday. Whether you enjoy downhill skiing, or snowboarding, there are ski resorts that cater to your needs. Most importantly, when traveling with children it is essential to know which ski resorts are family-friendly.
Read on to discover our picks for the 5 most snow sure resorts in Georgia.
1. Bakuriani ski resort
The mountain resort Bakuriani is situated on the northern slope of the Trialeti Range, at an elevation of 1,700 m. above sea level. It is a paradise for ski lovers and an internationally important winter sports center, which meets Olympic standards.
Bakuriani is one of the most important four season resorts in Georgia. People come throughout the year to enjoy the amazing views of the Caucasus Gorge; to wander through serene coniferous forests; to bask in the summer breeze; to ski, snowboard and hike; to go horseback riding and biking; and just to have an unforgettable time with family and friends. The resort is an ideal destination not only for recreational purposes but, also for sport and nature lovers.
Today, Bakuriani is a 4-season resort town. It has modern infrastructure, including: several new hotels, ski lifts, a funicular, a cinema, a children’s park, and numerous other attractions. There is something fun for everyone in Bakuriani.
2. Gudauri ski resort
Gudauri is a ski resort, that attracts a lot of tourists during the winter season. It is located on a south-facing plateau of the Greater Caucasus Mountain Range and it only takes about 2 hours, to reach Gudauri Ski Resort from the capital Tbilisi.
Gudauri – Jvari Pass is cultivated in the alpine zone on the slopes of Mount Kudebi (3006 m.) and Mount Sadzele (3307 m.). The resort is 30 years old, but in this short time it has gained great popularity among ski enthusiasts. Gudauri finds itself at 2,200 m. above sea level and its ski season lasts from December to April.
Today, Gudauri is an international mountain-skiing resort of the highest standards, designed for skiers of all levels.
3. Goderdzi ski resort
Goderdzi ski resort is located in mountainous Adjara region, on the Goderdzi Pass, 252 kilometers away from Tbilisi and 109 kilometers away from the popular seaside resort Batumi. This all-season mountain resort is located at an elevation of 2 000 meters (6560 ft.). The resort is distinguished by the impressive nature, fresh air, spectacular landscapes and well equipped 4 ski pistes with total length of 8 kilometers. Slopes at the resort are targeted for all skiers. Snow remains from November till April.
This winter Goderdzi ski resort provides 8-person gondola, 6-person chairlift and two platter lifts. Goderdzi resort hosts visitors within the whole year.
Hiking trails at Goderdzi resort will blow your mind. Visitors have the opportunity to taste local curative mineral waters and visit Goderdzi Petrified Forest which represents a home to unique petrified flora and fauna of the Pliocene Epoch. The beautiful Green Lake is the perfect place for camping.
4. Tetnuldi ski resort
Tetnuldi resort is located in Svaneti, one of Georgia’s most isolated and picturesque mountain locations. It is one of Europe’s newest skiing regions. Snow quality and quantity are assured to be deep, dry, and tasty at a high height of 3,160 m.
Tetnuldi boasts four modern chairlifts and a surface tow that serves 900 meters of skiable vertical and plenty of freeride powder ski terrain. Many Svan settlements, along with the region’s trademark fortified stone tower dwellings, provide excellent backcountry touring sites, with average ski descents of 1400 m. vertical.
5. Hatsvali ski resort
Hatsvali, located near the lovely town of Mestia, offers two new chairlifts and a skiable vertical of 480 or 920 meters (depending on whether you’re on or off-piste!). When compared to its larger and newer neighbor, Tetnuldi, Hatsvali has a modern chairlift base that is less than 1km from the center of old Mestia.
Hatsvali comes into its own when winter storms drop cold snow at low elevations. With a high height of only 2,348 meters, snow quality might vary, although the shady north aspect surely helps.
