Frequently asked questions

For skiing and freeride, mid-December to early April (February–March for the best snow). For hiking and trekking, June to early October (July–September most reliable). May and late October are quiet shoulder seasons with variable high-mountain weather.

Most people fly into Kutaisi or Tbilisi, or take the train to Zugdidi, then continue by road: about 4–5 hours from Kutaisi, 3 hours from Zugdidi, or 8–9 hours from Tbilisi. There are also small flights to Mestia. We arrange private transfers from any of these.

It depends on the activity. We run easy family day hikes and beginner ski lessons as well as demanding treks, freeride and mountaineering. Tell us your level and we match the trip to you.

Safety is our priority. Our guides hold mountain and avalanche qualifications and first-aid training, we keep groups small, and we adapt or cancel plans when conditions require. On freeride and touring days we carry and provide avalanche safety equipment.

Typically guiding, planning and safety equipment; we also arrange accommodation, meals, gear rental and transfers as needed. Each quote spells out exactly what is included for your trip.

Classic multi-drop heliskiing in Georgia is based in Gudauri. In Svaneti we focus on freeride, catski and ski touring, and can arrange heli-assisted big-mountain days for experienced groups on request.

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In peak winter and summer seasons, book as early as you can — guides and guesthouses fill up. Off-peak, shorter notice is usually fine. Contact us and we will advise.

Winter: freeride, heliski, catski, ski touring, lessons, rental, servicing and transfers. Summer: hiking, the Mestia–Ushguli trek, horse riding, paragliding, mountain biking, climbing, basecamp and cultural evenings. All based in Mestia, Upper Svaneti.

No. We run trips year-round. Winter is roughly December to April; summer is May to October. Each season has its own set of programs.

Both. Guided days usually run in small groups of four to six; private guiding is available on any program for an added cost. Multi-day trips can be built for your own group.

Yes. Ski lessons, easy day hikes, tandem paragliding and beginner horse rides suit first-timers. Freeride, heliski, ski touring and alpine climbing need prior experience and fitness.

We arrange transfers from Kutaisi (about 5 hours), Tbilisi (about 8 hours) and Zugdidi (about 2.5 hours). Private cars on every route; shared seats on set routes.

Yes. We run our own mountain hotel in Mestia and book partner guesthouses along the trekking and ski-touring routes.

Send an enquiry by WhatsApp or email with your dates, group size and interest. We reply within a day with a plan and quote; a deposit confirms the booking and the balance is due before or on arrival.

February and March give the most reliable powder; June to September is the walking season. Our month-by-month guide breaks down snow, trails and road access.

Guiding, route planning and the transfers stated on each page. Winter tours include avalanche safety gear (transceiver, airbag, shovel, probe). Lift tickets, personal clothing and insurance are not included unless stated.

Yes. Travel insurance with mountain rescue and, for winter, off-piste and backcountry cover is required. We can advise on what your activity needs.