Georgia:  Ski Touring in Medieval Settlements

Leave the ordinary behind in the Caucasian mountains of Georgia! On this all-inclusive trip, we'll tour among the dramatic mountains of the Svaneti region riding deep, soft snow in some truly stunning terrain. We'll spend 6 days skiing and riding in this world-class destination and spend evenings enjoying fully-catered meals and experiencing true Georgian hospitality. Ready for a trip you'll never forget?

February 13-22, 2027

CLIMB DETAILS

Price: $4250 Per Person
Length: 10 days
Guide-to-Client Ratio: 1:4
Difficulty: Strenuous
When: February 13-22
Type: Backcountry Skiing/Riding

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A non-refundable deposit of $750 per person secures your reservation. Payments may be made via MasterCard, Visa, American Express, or check.

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INCLUDED

  • All in-country transportation
  • Lodging in-country throughout the itinerary
  • All meals in-country throughout the itinerary
  • NEM Guides
  • Local IFMGA guide

NOT INCLUDED

  • International airfare to and from Kutaisi
  • Excess baggage charges
  • Travel and rescue insurance
  • Souvenirs
  • Gratuities

 

February 13: Kutaisi
Upon your early morning arrival in Kutaisi, you will be met by your NEM Guides and transferred to the hotel. After a nap, you'll have time to explore the city.

February 14: Kutaisi to Mestia
We'll start our journey into the mountains today with a 5 hour drive to the town of Mestia. We'll spend the night in a guesthouse.

TOURING BEGINS

February 15 - 20: Skiing and Riding

For 6 days we will ski tour around the Mestia/ Upper Svaneti region. If conditions allow, we will have the opportunity to ski tour out of the medieval village of Ushguli, Europe's highest continuously inhabited settlements in Europe. Ski tours may include up to 4500 vertical feet of climbing per day. Breakfast and dinner will be provided on each touring day. In addition to riding terrific snow, we'll have ample time to immerse ourselves in the local culture. Meals and lodging will be provided in local guesthouses.

February 21: Mestia to Kutaisi
After 6 days of touring, we'll say our goodbyes to the Caucasian mountains and begin our travel back to Kutaisi.

February 22: International Departure
Our journey home begins!

 

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General Policies

GENERAL POLICIES

NEMs Adventure itineraries are subject to change or be adjusted based on a number of factors. These include, but are not limited to, route conditions, weather, terrain, group dynamics and many other factors. NEM has complete discretion to change plans to accommodate any of these or other factors, including the discretion to change program schedule or itinerary, and change guides or staff, as necessary for the proper and safe conduct of the program. We reserve the right to cancel any program due to inadequate signups, weather or route conditions. In such a case, an NEM credit for the full value is given; however, NEM cannot be responsible for any additional expenses incurred in preparing for the program (i.e., airline tickets, equipment purchase or rental, hotel reservations). NEM reserves the right to dismiss the Participant from a trip at any time if NEM determines, in its sole discretion, that the Participant is not physically, technically, or psychologically prepared for or capable of participating in the program. This includes being under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.

SUMMIT ATTEMPT

Northeast Mountaineering cannot guarantee that you will reach the summit or complete the objective you have signed up for. Weather, route conditions, your own abilities or the abilities of others may create circumstances that make an ascent unsafe, and you or your entire party will have to turn around without reaching the summit. Your program fee entitles you to one mountain experience on your specified dates.

MINIMUM REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

Most of our programs do not have a minimum enrollment. If you are the only one registered, it will likely become a private outing. For our Waterfall Rappelling adventure, we must have at least 50% enrollment (3 people) to run the adventure. In the event of low-enrollment, we will reschedule your adventure to another date. If another date cannot be accommodated, you will receive an NEM credit.

Is Georgia Safe?

Georgia is safe for tourists. We will be skiing very close to the Russian border however we do not interact with any military personnel on this trip. The locals are friendly and are very excited to welcome tourists to their home.

Are there pre-requisites for this trip?

To maximize your experience, we recommend a minimum of 2 years of significant touring experience. You should be comfortable riding any terrain at a resort as well as challenging snow conditions in the backcountry. Avalanche education is not required but recommended and participants should be familiar with their avalanche transceiver. You should be able to climb 3000 feet in a day at a pace of approximately 1000ft/hour or 1mph. We highly recommend booking an avalanche course or a private touring day in New Hampshire to prepare for your trip.

Do I need to purchase additional insurance?

Yes. The country of Georgia requires that you purchase trip insurance and rescue insurance to enter the country. Global Rescue is a wonderful resource for insurance. Should your trip get cut short or you are injured, this is how you will be reimbursed.

Do I need to bring extra medications?

Yes. You should bring basic medications in addition to any prescriptions that you need. Consider bringing a small kit with Ibuprofen, Tums, Ant-Acids, etc.

What is the lodging like?

We will be staying in guesthouses, hotels and inns. You can expect a warm room, comfortable bed and most modern amenities. Lodging will be double-occupancy.

Are showers available?

Yes.

Should I bring any luxuries?

We recommend that you bring a designated change of warm, comfy clothes and slippers for lounging around after touring. We won't have a lot of down time but you will want to be comfortable when we do.

CANCELLATION FOR NEW ENGLAND PROGRAMS

Up to 30 days before your adventure: Full Refund will be issued 29 days - 72 hours before your adventure: Full Refund in the form of NEM credit Within 72 hours of your adventure: No refund will be issued*

CANCELLATION FOR INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS & OUTSIDE OF NEW ENGLAND

Up to 90 days before your adventure: Full Refund will be issued 89 days - 30 days before your adventure: Participant will be responsible for paying 50% of the total balance. If the balance is paid in full, participant will receive a 50% refund in the form of NEM credit. Within 30 days of your adventure: No refund will be issued and participant will be responsible for paying the full balance.* *Travel Insurance is highly recommended to protect your investment. If NEM cancels your adventure due to weather or another unforeseen reason, you will receive an NEM credit.

CHANGE OF DATE

Date changes are subject to availability. Date changes may be requested at anytime up to 7 days prior to your adventure without incurring a date change fee. Date changes may be requested between 7 and 3 days prior to your departure date for a $50 change fee. There are no date changes allowed within 72 hours before your adventure.

OUTSTANDING BALANCES

NEM requires payment in full within 2 weeks of your program. If you have an outstanding balance inside of this time-frame, the reservation will be marked as an NEM credit and the date will be released.