Georgia Sports & Outdoors

  Galloping like cowboys across fields in...
by Hanka
 
  • Galloping like cowboys across fields in Kakheti.
      Galloping like cowboys across fields in...
    by Hanka
  • Looking out over the Argokhi valley.
      Looking out over the Argokhi valley.
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  • Eka and one of her guides as we go thru a village.
      Eka and one of her guides as we go thru...
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  • We dismounted and led our horses down steep hills.
      We dismounted and led our horses down...
    by Hanka
  • Our wonderful meal at the vineyard.
      Our wonderful meal at the vineyard.
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Wild Georgia Adventures: Wow, What a Ride!

by Hanka

The Short StoryThere’s a reason they call it “Wild Georgia Adventures”… because these tours, run by Eka, are not tame by any means. If you want adventure, this is the place to get it. Ten of us, ages 11 to 48, went on Wild Georgia’s 4-6 hour horseback ride at the end of April 2013. Some of us were experienced horseback riders, some of us had little to no experience, but we all ended up with six hours of cowboy fun. Some of the horses were feisty, but most seemed to be calm. We got chased by Caucasian Sheppard dogs, scratched by thorny branches, and splashed when crossing streams. One person ended up sitting in mud when her horse headed into a tree (I’m not sure how that happened as I didn’t see it.) There were times when we had to dismount and lead our horses down a steep decline, where some of us stumbled or slipped a little, tumbled even, but the horses were calm, steady and patient. I...

Galloping like cowboys across fields in Kakheti.
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Udabno trek in Davit Gareji

by josephescu

In case you are neither fit nor do you have 3 extra days to do Mt. Kazbeg, then Udabno trek is a good substitute. Starting from the Lavra monastery at Davit Gareji, the two hours trek leads you up the ridge and on the other side of the mountain (into Azerbaijan, no visa required :-). There’re reasonable climbing opportunities to the remote caves at Udabno, where you can admire unique frescoes. To descent, pass near the church on top. No special equipment needed, but beware of snakes.

view from top ofthe ridge
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Gergeti trek in Kazbegi

by josephescu

The walking path to the top of Mount Kazbeg (5047m) in search for the rock where Prometheus was chained is known as the Gergeti trek, and over the years has become the most popular walking route in the whole Caucasus. My host quoted more than 10 groups per day.The whole trek would take 3-4 days. The Gergeti trek can be done with a local guide, but this is not necessary unless you want to get to the very top of the mountain, as the last hour of the trek is possibly on snow or ice. The glacier should be climable without special equipment. Maps of the region can be bought from the WWF office.The Kazbegi church plateau is a wonderful camping area.

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Horseriding in Stepan Tsminda & Kazbegi

by josephescu

Horseriding in Kazbegi is one of the best activities. Should you dare, try to ride up to Tsminda Sameba, on the plateau and over the peaks around the plateau, it must be a unique experience. Locals don't normally use any saddle, but i'm sure they can find one for you.

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