Hiking and trekking in Kartli — canyons, forests, and ancient trails

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Here are our hikes and treks through Kartli — a region where history hides around every corner. We’ll head through canyons, oak forests, cave cities, and spots you won't find in any guidebook.
All routes start from Tbilisi — travel light, with great care and delicious food along the way.

Hiking in Kartli

Hikes without heavy backpacks — routes from easy to steady, all for pleasure, not survival.
  • Distance: 8 km
    Ascent / descent: 550m / 550m
    Difficulty: easy
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  • Distance: 16 km
    Ascent / descent: 850m / 850m
    Difficulty: moderate
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  • Distance: 15 km
    Ascent / descent: 700m / 700m
    Difficulty: easy
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  • Distance: 16 km
    Ascent / descent: 620m / 620m
    Difficulty: easy
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  • Distance: 14 km
    Ascent / descent: 900m / 900m
    Difficulty: moderate
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  • Distance: 15 km
    Ascent / descent: 500m / 500m
    Difficulty: below average
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  • Distance: 12 km
    Ascent / descent: 260m / 900m
    Difficulty: easy
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  • Distance: 6 km
    Ascent / descent: 250 m / 250 m
    Difficulty: moderate
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Kartli is more than just the heart of Georgia. It's a region where landscapes collide: rocky canyons and pastures, oak forests and ancient caves, fortresses and empty trails. We’ve picked out the best routes in Kartli — covering both the northern part (Shida Kartli) and the south (Kvemo Kartli).

In this section, you'll find one-day hikes and multi-day camping trips — all starting from Tbilisi. They're perfect for anyone looking to escape the city without long drives. These routes are great for a quick reset, light trekking, hanging out with friends, or your first real foray into the wild.

What’s your pick: a trail above a canyon, an ancient fortress, or a light forest walk?
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