Gudauri is one of the most exciting ski touring and big mountain destinations in the Greater Caucasus, offering vast terrain, reliable snowfall, and direct access from the ski resort into wild alpine landscapes. Our guided ski touring programs in Gudauri are designed to showcase the best the region has to offer from lift-accessed freeride and classic ski touring to demanding bootpacking and high-alpine objectives.
With daily vertical gains typically ranging from 600 to 1200 meters, Gudauri provides exceptional variety. Wide open powder bowls, long ridgelines, technical couloirs, and high-altitude faces are all within reach. Thanks to the flexible terrain, our tours are suitable for everyone from beginners taking their first steps into ski touring and backcountry skiing to advanced and expert skiers seeking steep, technical, and remote lines.
Our experienced local guides tailor each day to the group’s ability, goals, and current mountain conditions, ensuring safe, enjoyable, and unforgettable days in the Caucasus mountains.
This is a sample 5-day itinerary intended to give an overview of what a ski touring adventure in Gudauri may look like. The exact program can be fully customized based on weather and snow conditions, group experience, and fitness level, and any special requests. Daily objectives are chosen by the guide to maximize skiing quality while maintaining safety.
Arrival at Tbilisi International Airport, where you will be met by our team. Transfer to Gudauri (approximately 2–3 hours).
Depending on arrival time, a cultural tour in Tbilisi or along the Georgian Military Highway can be arranged, offering insight into Georgian history, cuisine, and traditions.
Arrival in Gudauri, hotel check-in, equipment preparation, and an introductory briefing with your guide.
After breakfast, meet your guide for a full safety briefing and equipment check.
The first ski day focuses on acclimatization and familiarization with the terrain. We combine lift-accessed freeride skiing with short ski touring ascents, making it ideal for beginners while still offering quality terrain for more experienced skiers.
Vertical gain: approximately 600–900 m.
A full ski touring day exploring classic routes around Gudauri. Depending on conditions, the day may involve longer skinning sections, wide open bowls, and long, flowing descents in untouched terrain.
Vertical gain: approximately 800–1200 m.
This day is dedicated to more ambitious objectives. Options include steeper faces, narrow couloirs, ridge traverses, and bootpacking, depending on snow stability, weather, and group goals.
The itinerary can be adapted for intermediate skiers looking to progress or expert skiers seeking challenging, technical terrain.
Vertical gain: approximately 900–1200 m.
Depending on departure time, enjoy a final ski touring or freeride day near the resort, or return to Tbilisi for a cultural tour, sightseeing, and local experiences.
Transfer to Tbilisi International Airport for departure.
Our tours are designed to be inclusive and adaptable:
Beginners: Ideal for skiers who want to take their first steps into ski touring and backcountry skiing. The focus is on learning basic techniques, safety awareness, and confidence building in a controlled mountain environment.
Intermediate Skiers: Suitable for those comfortable skiing off-piste who want to expand their skills with longer tours and varied terrain.
Advanced & Expert Skiers: Perfect for riders seeking steep lines, big mountain terrain, technical descents, and high-altitude objectives.
Fitness requirements vary depending on the chosen objectives, but participants should be prepared for several hours of uphill travel and full days in the mountains. Routes and vertical gain are always adapted to the group.
We offer flexible service levels, allowing you to choose exactly how much support you need. Prices vary depending on whether you book a single-day tour or a multi-day program, group size, and the level of service selected.
For guests who only require professional guiding:
Certified mountain guide
Route planning and terrain selection
Safety management and local expertise
Ideal for travelers who want guided experiences integrated with their existing plans:
Professional guiding services
Daily ski touring and freeride objectives
Safety briefings and on-mountain support
Lift tickets when required for mixed lift-based days
A seamless, worry-free experience from arrival to departure:
Airport pick-up and drop-off (Tbilisi International Airport)
All ground transportation
Hotel accommodation
All meals
Professional guiding services
Lift tickets
Optional equipment rental
Cultural tours and local experiences
This option allows you to focus entirely on skiing while we take care of every logistical detail.
Gudauri’s unique combination of lift access, untouched backcountry, and dramatic alpine terrain makes it one of the most versatile ski touring destinations in Europe and Asia. Combined with Georgian hospitality, rich culture, and world-class mountain scenery, it offers an unforgettable adventure for skiers of all levels.
From your first ski touring turns to challenging big mountain descents, we are here to guide you safely through the best terrain Gudauri has to offer.