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Aragvi Adventure Center is located in an idyllic forested valley in the Greater Caucasus mountain range in Mtskheta-Mtianeti Region of Georgia. The cosy camp nestles on a wooded bank of Pshavis Aragvi River just before it flows into the radiant emerald lake of Zhinvali Reservoir.

The adventure center is not just a campsite but it is also a fun-filled picnic spot and the base for rafting, kayaking, hiking and biking tours. With its unique concept of active recreation and promotion of local rural development, Aragvi Adventure Centre is the first of its kind in Georgia.

Set within just 60 km distance from Tbilisi (1h drive), the center is equally  suitable for a day’s  outing or a relaxed weekend in the mountains or makes a perfect stopover on a multiple day tour into the Kazbegi Region (Stepantsminda / Mt Kazbek) and Khevsureti (Shatili). To reach the Center, please follow the description (add link to description and map under Contacts) or the coordinates GPS 42°13'13.80"N / 44°49'55.60"

 

The descent down the whitewaters in inflatable boats is a fun sport that attracts more and more people across the world and  is well established in Georgia for more than 10 years. Starting from Aragvi Adventure Center, our Rafting Tours are carried out on the river Pshavis Aragvi (15 km, 1h30min, cat. II-III), a tour with moderate difficulties that is enjoyable for everyone but nevertheless presents sufficient action to get splashed and be thrilled. The finish / take out is directly at the Center .

As you will be accompanied by experienced guides, there are no preconditions concerning physical fitness and you will be equipped with life jackets and helmets to avoid injuries in the rather unlikely event of falling into the water. However, you should know how to swim, be in good health and not be under influence of drugs or alcohol. Also, it is important to bring sturdy shoes that can handle wetness.

 

Tour Price: 17 EUR person

Minimum Group Size: 4 persons

Level: Medium / cat II-III (Depending on season and water level)

Location: Aragvi Adventure Center, Pshavis Aragvi River

Approximate Length/Duration: 15km / 1h30min

Included: Rafting boat, rafting equipment, and rafting instructor. 

Transfer: NOT Included in the price. Can be arranged upon request. 

 

Kayaking is a relatively new sport in Georgia, practiced by a small group of enthusiasts. Kayaking is a more difficult discipline than rafting and beginners need to train on the lake before venturing into the whitewater rapids.

Aragvi Adventure Center offers kayak rental on Zhinvali Lake for 1 or 2 person sit-on-top Kayaks, which are unsinkable and can easily be turned up to original position  if you happen to fall in the water. You will be equipped with life jackets but should nevertheless know how to swim. Lake tours are offered as ½ or1 day tours with a shuttle service provided. Ideal for summer, swimming in the lake is a pure pleasure.

Kayak rental for whitewater Kayaking on Pshavis Aragvi (WW II-III / moderately difficult) or on the upper section of Khevsuretis Aragvi (WW IV/V very difficult) is offered only for experienced kayakers. The boats we use are made by the Pyranha and Lettmann. Please enquire!