The place
Ridge terrain and big views, minutes from town.
Koruldi is the ridgeline hikers know for its summer lakes; in winter the snowcat turns it into a freeride playground close to Mestia. Runs are open and moderate, good for skiers stepping up to cat-accessed off-piste.
The short approach means more skiing time. As on Tetnuldi, the guide sets aspect and pitch to the snowpack, groups carry avalanche gear,.
Meet in Mestia
Short transfer to the cat pick-up above town; transceiver check and briefing.
First laps
Snowcat onto the Koruldi ridge; open descents with Ushba in view.
Best snow
Repeated laps on the day’s best aspect, mountain lunch on the ridge.
Back to town
Final run and quick return to Mestia — time for après.
Included
You need
Catski on the Koruldi ridge
The Koruldi ridge rises straight above Mestia and delivers some of the most scenic snowcat skiing in Svaneti. In summer the Koruldi Lakes are a hiking classic; in winter the same high ridgeline offers open powder slopes with a direct view of Mount Ushba's twin summits. Our snowcat gains the ridge and laps the fresh snow beneath it.
It is a shorter transfer than Tetnuldi — you are skiing terrain visible from town — which makes for relaxed, flexible days. Confident off-piste skiers and riders will find playful, panoramic descents in a truly Svan setting.
Koruldi in winter
Cold, wind-affected snow up high and sheltered powder in the folds of the ridge; your guide reads the aspects to find the best turns. Pair it with Tetnuldi catski for bigger vertical.
Frequently asked questions
Can I see Ushba while skiing Koruldi?
Yes — on clear days the Koruldi ridge gives a superb head-on view of Mount Ushba, one of the Caucasus's most striking peaks, right as you ski.
Is Koruldi catski close to Mestia?
Yes, the Koruldi ridge sits directly above Mestia, so transfers are short and days are flexible.