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Gudauri Ski Resort

Gudauri Ski Resort

At an altitude of 2 200 meters above sea level, Gudauri is located in the very heart of the Caucasus Mountains.
Surrounded by some of Europeโ€™s highest peaks it has some of the finest high-altitude powder in Europe and offers downhill skiing from up to the 4 200 meter level. The deep snow, low amount of stones and low avalanche risk make Gudauri an ideal place for freeriding.
With dozens of slopes, Gudauri has trails for skiers from beginners to professionals. Ski runs, most between 2000 and 3 300 meters above sea level, cover a total of 57 kilometers. For experienced skiers Gudauri provides four FIS approved types of runs: slalom, giant slalom, super slalom and speed skiing
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So, why should you choose Gudauri & Georgia for skiing?

Because:
– It is very easily accessible from Europe (cheap flights to Kutaisi & Tbilisi, short distance to resort)
– Georgia and Gudauri is one of the cheapest and affordable places to live and travel to
– High altitude of resort ensures good quality snow + resort is equipped with artificial snow machines
– Pretty decent infrastructure and recreation options for ski enthusiasts
– Exotic, post-soviet country in the middle of Europe and Asia, offers a great combination of skiing, travel-exploration and fun ๐Ÿ™‚

General Information

Ski Season: Mid December – End of April (start – 27 December, 2026)
Ski Lifts Working Hours: 10:00 – 17:00
Ski Area: Highest point – 3250 m & lowest station – 2000m
Vertical Drop: 1250m
Length of Tracks: Total 75km, 8 blue, 12 red, 3 black (+ Kobi Gudauri tracks)
Length of the Longest Track: 7 km
Ski Lifts: 4 T-Bars, 6 chairlifts, 4 gondolas (including 3 on Kobi-Gudauri side) by Doppelmayr and Poma
Night Skiing: Friday, Saturday- 20:00-22:00, illuminated trails under the first cableway (Pirveli).
Distance: From Tbilisi – 120km; From Kutaisi – 295km
Artificial Snow: if there is not enough snow to cover the trails, the lower ones – under the first and second cableways – โ€œPirveliโ€ and โ€œSolikoโ€ are covered with artificial snow
Freeride possibility: Safe freeride is possible at the resort all over the slopes, during several days after the fresh snowfall
Snowpark / Entertainment Park: White Rabbit Park & Bar linkย 
Official Website (to check trails and operational updates): M.T.A. Gudauri;ย  Facebook
Featured Mentions: Look East | The Best Ski Resorts in Central and Eastern Europe 2026 [SNOW MAGAZINE] link

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How to get there

Gudauri is accessible all year round. The distance from Tbilisi is 120 km. The journey usually takes 2 hours.

Public Transport
Daily mini-buses depart to Gudauri from Tbilisiโ€™s Didube bus station at 4 Karaleti str. approximately every hour.
The price of the journey is 10 GEL.
Georgian Bus buses – check the schedule here

Private Transfer
We offer private transfers for the best possible prices
Transfer from Tbilisi to Gudauri (driver included) with Toyota RAV4/ 3 seats – 105 EUR (one way)
Transfer from Tbilisi to Gudauri (driver included) with Toyota Sequoia / 5 seats – 120 EUR (one way)
To book a transfer contact us at – info@georgia4you.ge; 24H service: +(995) 557 17 11 44 (24/7)
Viber / WhatsApp: +(995) 557 17 11 44

Didube Stattion

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Spa and Fitness Centers in Gudauri

– Following hotels offer spa centers (pool, sauna and / or Jacuzzi): Hotel Monte, GoGudauri Swimming pool and SPA , SPA New Gudauri 2, Gudauri Hut, Club 2100, Toni, Cross Pass Hotel, Panorama, Aragvi, Happy Yeti, Truso Freerider and Marco Polo.
– In Marco Polo you can buy the daily entry and enjoy a swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, massage, bowling, billiard facilities and even tennis courts.
– Russian Bathhouse in New Gudauri: Hot Russian sauna with services of scrubbing and massage

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Food & Leisure in Gudauri

Gudauri is a rapidly developing resort, with plenty of bars and restaurants situated around skiing areas and pistes. Here are some we have picked:
(most of the restaurants belong to subsequently named hotels):

– Club-2100 – located at the altitude of 2100 meters above sea level, easily seen from the road. Offers cuisine mostly Georgian with some elements of European. Nice atmosphere, good and fast service, often live music, great views, terrace and a fireplace.
– Restaurant MAGI Style – located on the first floor of a 5 storied MAGI Style building. Offers Georgian, Ukrainian and European cuisine. Nice atmosphere, good views, fireplace, space for children and until 4pm you can hire a nanny here. Nonsmoking.
– Restaurant MarcoPolo – In the premises of the most high class hotel at the resort. Service and atmosphere are corresponding. The hotel also offers a bowling bar and a lounge bar with a fireplace. On weekends from 10pm to 3 am parties are held with free admission.
– Restaurant Carpe Diem – In the premises of hotel Carpe Diem, very close to the second ski lift. Georgian and European cuisine. Once a week a live band and after 10pm DJ.
– Tavern Khreki – Situated a bit lower to the main supermarket โ€œSmartโ€. Offers Georgian cuisine, including Khinkali. Simple traditional design, has a nonsmoking hall, always full of people, consequently not very fast service.
– Tavern Gagieti -Situated a bit higher from the main supermarket โ€œSmartโ€. Offers Georgian cuisine. Simple traditional design, also always full of people.
– More Restaurants – Hotel Truso Restaurant, Hotel Monte Restaurant, Hotel New Gudauri Restaurant, etc.
– Ati Ambavi – Hotel and restaurant, very fancy, pricey and high quality. Georgian and European cuisine
– Restaurant Dariali – more traditional restaurant style
– Restaurant Gamarjoba
– Bars: Gradus, Mtvrali Alubali, Time Out, Gudauri Travel Bar, Black Dog Bar

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Paragliding

– Company Cloudbase Paraglidingย 
Can be found on-site at:ย 
https://maps.app.goo.gl/BWeVpehv9qaizZbD7 (Winter location)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Tdu6CJ1yxHaj72J79 (Summer location)
Also you can contact them or book a flight online https://cloudbase.ge/
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– On-site company FLYCAUCASUS which also offers speed riding courses.
Contact: Tel.ย  +995 555 511 230 Eng, Rus; +995 568 11 44 53 / info@flycaucasus.com
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Snow Biking

KTM bikes Rental (with special snow equipment) and tours.
Snow park located in Lower Gudauri for snowmobiles and snowmobile rental.
Contact: +995 595 425 525 / west-east-travel.com
Located near the road in Lower Gudauri.
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White Rabbit Park

Is a snow park in the middle of the ski slopes that provides features like jumps, rails, and boxes for snowboarders and skiers to perform freestyle tricks. They also have a cool area for chilling and a very affordable and nice bar. Highly recomended for anyone willing to take a break from regular skiing.

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Ski Instructors in Gudauri

Usually you can find instructors to hire at the ski lifts – they have special vests and are easily identifiable
But if you wish to be prepared before getting there you can negotiate and hire an instructor online though this portal: https://www.skigudauri.ge/
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Ski Rentals

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In Gudauri

– Ski rent and Services Club-2100
– SKI LINE https://www.facebook.com/p/Ski-Line-61555435492698/ All equipment you’ll need: helmets, clothes, skis, snowboards, and a lot more. Contact number: +995557250006,
Online rental in Gudauri: https://www.skigudauri.ge/rental-shop/
Ski Rentals
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In Tbilisi

Mplus / Mogzauri Shop
25 Vazha-Pshavela Ave., Tbilisi, Georgia
Pin on Google map: https://goo.gl/maps/jZkSKVzLfJNrzgbXA
Price List for rental and service shop: https://mplus.ge/pages/rentals-and-services
Phone: (+995 32) 231 91 01
Here you can rent full sets of equipment from the following brands: Head, Elan, Rossignol, Volkl, Atomic, Nordica, Salomon. Accessories can also be rented or bought. Usual price range is 20-30 GEL per day for standard package (skis, boots, sticks or snowboard and boots); 50 GEL per day for VIP package (speed skis, freeride skis and etc.) 5 GEL per day for goggles, gloves or helmet. Here you can receive ski maintenance services, snowboard and ski touring equipment rental services.
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Shop and Rental X-Treme
85i Beliashvili St. (near Digomi bridge), Tbilisi, Georgia
Pin on Google map: https://goo.gl/maps/vTBaV28dBa8uABGV7
(+995 599) 030314
(+995 32) 239-79-99/2368636
https://www.facebook.com/XTREME.GE/
https://xtreme.ge/
dvsporti@gmail.com
Opening hours: 11:00-19:00
Located in Tbilisi near the exit of town (direction to north – Gudauri) at 85 Akaki Beliashvili St.
Likewise you can rent full sets of equipment of brands: Head, Tyrolia, Atomic, Salomon, etc.
Mogzauri X-Treme

Rescue Services & Avalanche Safety

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All ski areas of Gudauri are patrolled by experienced ski rescue and first-aid teams. Emergency helicopter evacuation to Tbilisi is also available. A hospital in Gudauri can provide only emergency immediate help.
Daily ski pass does not include insurance, therefore it’s highly recommended you arrange your own insurance.
In case of emergency at the resort you should dial Georgian Emergency Service Number – 112.
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Avalanches in Gudauri are very rare but still possible.
Gudauri is a resort situated in the heart of the big Caucasus range, slopes are mostly facing south, and the surrounding mountains are protected from strong winds. All this makes very good conditions for skiing and snowboarding and freeride is developing very rapidly.
If you decide to ski off piste or on mountains surrounding the resort we recommend hiring a local guide. Otherwise please make sure that you are fully capable of assessing the dangers of powder slopes and avalanches.
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Highly Recommended Equipment:
– Freeride ski/snowboard (available for hire)
– Backpack with fastening for ski or snowboard
– Transceiver, avalanche probe, shovel (available for hire)
– Helmet
For more Information about freeride opportunities, guides and tours in Gudauri please check out our page FREERIDE SKIING or company of local guides Gdauri Freeride Tours

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