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Heli Skiing

Head to the snow-capped peaks of Ajara for a thrilling heli-ski adventure. With fluffy, dry snow that is perfect for skiing, the region is a hot spot for skiing enthusiasts. 

The Goderdzi ski resort, located in the Khulo municipality and reaching a height of 2350 meters above sea level, is a top destination for both cross-country skiing and heli-skiing.  Boasting the longest ski track in the Ajara region, the resort is just 105 kilometers away from Batumi. For those seeking a more intense experience, take a helicopter ride to the top of the mountain and ski down the untracked snow. There are plenty of services available that provide helicopter transfers and ensure you have the best heli-skiing experience possible. 

The snow-covered highlands of Ajara are a breathtaking sight and the perfect place for an unforgettable heli-skiing adventure.

Batumi City Tour

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Currently, this tour is available by private order only.

Discover all major sights of Batumi by "Batumi City Tour", buy the ticket and hop on/hop off with unlimited number on specific locations with duration of 24/ 48/ 72 hours and learn more about Batumi though the stories narrated in 16 languages simultaneously.

• New Boulevard

House of Justice

• Dolphinarium

London square

Holy Mother Virgin’s Nativity Cathedral

European Square

Drama Theatre

Miracle Park

Cable car ‘’Argo’’

• Old Boulevard

Sightseeings

• New Batumi 
• Shopping center "Metro City"
• Dancing fountains
• Statue of Rotation
• Alley of Heroes
• Batumi Football Stadium
• Shopping Center ''Carrefour''
• The House of Justice
• McDonald's
• Batumi mall
• Maritime Academy
• Central Park
• Nurigeli Lake
• Rustaveli University
• Maternity House
• St. Barbara Church
• London Square
• Batumi City Hall
• Museum of Art
• Adjara State Museum
• Former Railway Station
• Piazza–St. Nicholas Church
• Apostolic Church
• Europe Square
• Medea Statue
• Former Post Office
• Astronomical clock
• Cinema "Apollo"
• House of Government 
• Neptune Statue
• Miracle Park 
• The alphabet Tower
• The ferris wheel
• Chacha Tower
• Batumi Port
• Orta Mosque
• Cable Road "Argo"
• Catholic Church
• Panoramic Wheel
• Wedding House
• Summer Theatre

You can purchase ‘’Batumi City Tour’’ tickets at the following locations:

• On our panoramic buses;
• Shopping center “Metro City”
• Chavchavadze str №  8;
• 26 may street №  29a;
• Sheraton Batumi;
• Wyndham Batumi;
• The Admiral Hotel;
• Batumi World Palace;
• Dreamland Oasis;

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Ajara - Georgia

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A beautiful part of Georgia, the Ajara region is waiting to host you and make you discover why we are ‘‘Europe’s Leading Emerging Tourism Destination’’. Ajara’s breath-taking nature is full of diversity and includes four seasons. Our mountains stand close to the sky and make you feel in harmony with nature and the picturesque Black Sea coastline is often crowded with tourists enjoying their holidays during the summertime. Besides the sea, visitors especially admire the region’s pristine and unaltered nature , which has lots to offer to eco-tourist lovers. Explore the trip to the crossroads between Europe and Asia.

Batumi City, known as the Pearl of the Black Sea is located on the coast of the Ajara region of Georgia, awarded by the World Travel Awards as “Europe’s Leading Emerging Tourism Destination”. Batumi has more than 2,000 years of history and a lot to offer to its visitors from all around the world. This vibrant city invites you to experience the contrast between ancient sites and modern lifestyles. 

Due to its all-year-round subtropical and mild climate, Batumi is distinguished by its remarkably green nature. Batumi has a 19th-century Botanical Garden , marked with rare species and the city is surrounded by three National Parks, which have recently been recognized by UNESCO as World’s Natural Heritage sites. The architecture of the city was shaped and designed by European architects in the 19th century when Batumi became a port city called “Porto Franco” (freeport). Batumi’s frontline stretches 7 km at the Batumi Boulevard. Batumi is home to diverse cultures and religions , where Christian Orthodox, Catholic, or Armenian churches, Mosques, and Synagogues have lived in harmony throughout the centuries, a way of life that can be a good example for our contemporary world today. 

Batumi has a splendid mix of beautiful scenery, a composition of the sea and high mountains, ancient cultural monuments, monasteries, mediaeval arch bridges, beautiful lakes, and authentic villages, which will make you travel in time. Nowadays, Batumi with its cutting-edge architecture, European-style squares and streets, world-class brand hotels, and old city cafes, turned into a cultural hub and often hosts major regional events, international artists, art exhibitions, and world sports championships. Including, its legendary hospitality is inspirational with a different flavour of the wine and undiscovered cuisine. 

If you want to get acquainted with the history of the city, you should take a walk in old Batumi. Here you will fully feel the charm of European architecture of the XIX-XX centuries, typical for Batumi. You will cross the paved streets and find yourself in old Batumi. The houses decorated with exquisite carvings are mostly two- and three-storied, with flower pots on the balconies, and the houses have beautiful, colourful doors. In the evenings, street lights are lit and old Batumi becomes even more thrilling. You will never get lost in the old part of the city, for this, you need to know one little secret of old Batumi - all the main streets lead to the sea, to the port, which is historically the most important place in the city. That is why Batumi is called a city that looks at the sea .

Batumi Boulevard is an attractive and crowded area. Its development was started by German, French and Georgian gardeners at the end of the XIX century. During the day here you can stroll through the alleys of coniferous trees, here you can taste the famous Batumi coffee and local cuisine, and enjoy the sea view.

If you decide to visit museums, visit the Archaeological Museum. In the museum, you will find ancient gold jewellery found in Ajara, the delicacy of which is still surprising. Every piece of jewellery has its history, behind this history stand the Colchians and the Hellenes, who lived on the territory of Ajara twenty or more centuries ago. In addition to the gold fund, the museum preserves the Greek necropolis of the V-IV centuries and Archaeological materials of the 5th century Colchian cemetery and Hellenism. You can also buy copies of some of the items in the museum. Another interesting place, 12 kilometres from Batumi, is the Gonio-Apsaros Museum-Reserve, a historic fortress that has been of interest to the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires for centuries. Another place we recommend visiting is Batumi Botanical Garden, where you can admire 11 hectares including 107 species of roses and 67 species of camellias. Blooming roses and camellias in the alleys of century-old trees, parks, and panoramas overlooking the sea, make this place unforgettable. From the view of the Botanical Garden, you can see the famous bay of Batumi and the new contours of the city, skyscrapers, and towers.

Batumi has its rhythm and this rhythm is felt everywhere, both in the historic streets and in the newer part of the city, where modern architecture will show you a new look at Batumi. Here the glass skyscrapers reflect the sun coming into the Black Sea, and due to their exquisite shapes, several buildings are even called the architecture of the future. Near the beach, there is a 130-metre-high tower with the letters of the Georgian alphabet, and near the tower is the "Park of Wonders", one of the most romantic places in Batumi, where, by the sea, there is a moving statue of a couple in love. Batumi offers a great choice for nightlife lovers : some like to walk on the Batumi boulevard, where various brightly lit music fountains dance all night, some are attracted to nightclubs, some - Batumi casinos, some in the summer, prefer to have fun in the seaside bungalow. And do not forget to look at Batumi from above. The cable car starts at the old port of the city, which leads to the mountain, 256 metres above sea level. Here, from a panoramic view, you can enjoy the view of Batumi, the contrast of mountains and sea.

Batumi is waiting for you !

Best hotels

Hotel Bloom   ★★ ★★

Located in the best-rated area in Batumi

This property is 3 minutes walk from the beach

Orbi City Hotel   ★★ ★★★

 Located on the beachfront in Batumi

This 5-star hotel offers a concierge service

Sheraton Batumi   ★★ ★★★

This 5-star hotel is located in Batumi city Center

Spa area with indoor and outdoor swimming pools

Kartuli Hotel   ★★ ★★

This property is 2 minutes walk from the beach

Certain rooms also offer a kitchen with a fridge

The Grand Gloria Hotel   ★★ ★★★

This property is 1 minute walk from the beach

indoor & outdoor swimming pools with SPA center

Tapis Rouge   ★★ ★ ★★

The property is close to popular attractions

Features views of the mountain

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A four seasons destination.

During the springtime, you’ll find Ajara in bloom. The mountains, fields, gardens, and city markets are given a new life, bursting with colours.

Summer is the most festive time of year in Ajara, with colourful cultural shows throughout the region, the chance to hike high in the highlands of Ajara, and lovely coastal areas, where you can enjoy the sea. The average temperature in summer is 20-30 C and it is pleasantly warm during these months. Ajara is home to several coastal towns, such as Sarpi, Kvariati, Gonio, Chakvi, and Kobuleti which are packed with tourists during summer.  

Autumn is another magical time of year in Ajara, with multi-colored trees, harvest activities, and incredibly pleasant temperatures. According to the Georgians themselves, the best time to visit Ajara is September. One of the main reasons is weather conditions. Warm days continue until October due to a subtropical climate, which provides excellent conditions for seaside holidays, rural tourism, and wine tourism. But by the end of October, it can be cooler and rainy, though you will spend an unforgettable time enjoying the foliage.

The winter is a great time for visiting Ajara as well, especially for the New Year's holiday or winter sports activities. Ajara is an excellent destination for winter sports. Just 110 km from Batumi lies Goderdzi Ski Resort, situated 2,200m above sea level. It’s covered with soft and dry snow from November till the end of May, which gives great skiing conditions. There are several types of accommodation types: luxury hotels, cottages, and guesthouses.

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10 Best Day Trips From Batumi: Waterfalls, Magnetic Beaches, Wineries & More

A comprehensive guide to the best DIY day trips from Batumi and guided Batumi day tours with recommended itineraries and transport instructions.

Western Georgia’s Adjara region is truly one of the most magnificent parts of the country . In Adjara, it’s all eyes on Batumi – Georgia’s second-largest city and main hub on the Black Sea – but what many travellers don’t realise is that you can use Batumi as a base for exploring the Lesser Caucasus mountains, national parks, and more remote sections of the coast .

There are dozens of places in Adjara and neighbouring Guria region that you can visit from Batumi without the need to spend too long on the road.

Whether you’re looking for hiking trails and charming alpine villages or ancient Roman fortresses, whether you want to kayak through the marshy wetlands of Georgia’s newest UNESCO World Heritage Site , swim on magnetic black-sand beaches or do a wine tasting, you can find it all within close proximity of the city.

I had the opportunity to explore this area extensively when I was living in Batumi . This guide brings together 10 of my favourite Batumi day trips with recommended things to do and tips for getting around by van, taxi or car.

• Also read: 15 best day trips from Tbilisi

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How to plan a day trip from Batumi

First, let me quickly run through your transport options for getting around Adjara. This is a broad overview – in the next section you’ll find more detailed transport instructions for each of the 10 day trips.

Organised day tours from Batumi

Joining a small group or private tour with a guide and transfers included is by far the easiest option. I recommend using either Get Your Guide or Viator to search and book tours in Georgia . There are limited offerings for Batumi right now, but new tours are added every month.

In the next section I’ve included links to some of my favourites.

→ Browse all available Batumi day tours on Get Your Guide .

→ Browse Batumi day trips available on Viator .

Private transfers with GoTrip

If you don’t want to join a tour but you want the flexibility of having your own wheels, GoTrip is a convenient and budget-friendly way to venture beyond Batumi for the day. Think of it as a long-distance Uber – it essentially matches you with a professional driver and vehicle, giving you complete flexibility to plan your own one-way or return route. You won’t have a guide as such, but in my experience your driver will be more than happy to give you tips and info along the way.

When you design your itinerary on GoTrip , you’re free to put in as many stops as you desire. If the platform doesn’t recognise a location, just leave the address in the notes for your driver to see. The final price is set in advance so there’s no need to negotiate, and you can make extra photo stops and food stops whenever you want without the cost going up.

→ Visit the GoTrip website to design your own Batumi day trip itinerary .

Public transport (city bus/marshrutka van/train)

Many of the day excursions from Batumi on this list can be done using public transport – city buses, intercity marshrutka vans and trains. This requires a bit more forward-planning as schedules are sometimes hard to come by and times are flexible. On the plus side, it’s a very budget-friendly way to get around.

I’ve included public transport directions for many of the destinations below. I always recommend you double check times and fares in-person before you travel, either at the station or at the Tourist Information Centre on Gogebashv i li Street .

If you don’t have a Batumi bus card, you can pay for city buses using any chipped international debit/credit card. Simply tap on at the machine on-board the bus when you board (no need to tap off). Fares cost 30 tetri with a Batumi transport card or ~80 tetri with an international card.

→ See city bus routes here on Moovit .

→ See the location of Batumi Bus Terminal (the ‘old bus station’) here .

→ See the location of Batumi Central Station (for trains) here .

Hiring a bicycle in Batumi

As long as you’re not venturing too far, you might like to hire a bicycle and ride up or down the coast. Bike vendors set up all along the park and waterfront in the centre of Batumi. Expect to pay around 5-15 GEL to hire a city bike for a full day.

Note that it’s mandatory to ride on the designated bike paths in the centre of Batumi. Take extra care if cycling on the road and try to avoid the inner-city traffic. Unfortunately most rentals don’t include safety helmets.

Batumi day trips with a hire car

If you want complete freedom, your best option is to hire a car. I recommend using Local Rent to search and compare rentals from local agents. Manual and auto, sedans and 4WDs are all available – usually for a very reasonable daily rate.

Before you hit the road, make sure you read up on these tips for driving in Georgia .

→ Visit the Local Rent website to find your wheels .

Map of Batumi day trips

Here is a quick map I put together of the 10 day trips covered in this guide. If you want to save the map to your Google Drive for later, select the star icon below the title.

10 best day trips from Batumi

1. mtsvane kontskhi (green cape).

• Distance from Batumi: 12 kilometres / 7.5 miles
• Travel time by road: 30-40 minutes (one-way)
• Great for: Nature, easy hikes, swimming, fresh seafood

Mtsvane Kontskhi or ‘Green Cape’ is located just north of central Batumi along the coast. This area is best known for the Batumi Botanical Garden , an easy excursion from the city and a must-visit on any trip to Georgia . You can quite easily turn a 2 or 3-hour visit to the gardens into an easy full-day trip by exploring more of the cape.

The Botanical Garden features easy hiking trails and lookout points where you get wonderful views of the Black Sea. After the gardens, head down to the beach directly underneath the cliffs to grab a drink and a bite to eat at Restauran Bungalow Green Cape before finding a spot to lay down your towel on Mtsvane Kontskhi Beach . 

This little patch of black-pebble shore isn’t the best swimming beach in the area (I’ll reveal that secret later on!), but it’s one of the nicest places to dip your toes so close to the city. There’s also a photogenic jetty here. Makhinjauri Beach is a little further down the coast, back towards the city, and another good option for swimming.

Before heading back to Batumi, stop off at the Batumi Fish Market , a 10-minute drive from the beach. Browse the market and see what fresh-caught fish takes your fancy then have one of the restaurateurs next door cook it up while you wait. My favourite restaurant is Fishlandia .

There is plenty of seating along the beach where you can relax and enjoy your meal. If the timing is right, you’ll be rewarded with a beautiful sunset over the sea .

→ Read my tips for visiting Batumi Botanical Garden .

How to get to Mtsvane Kontskhi from Batumi

There are regular city marshrutka vans from downtown Batumi to Mtsvane Kontskhi, terminating at the lower entrance to the Botanical Garden. Buses #10 and #10a run all the way along Gogebashvili Street, stopping outside the Dolphinarium and near the cable car. Tickets cost 1 GEL per person.

For a hassle-free transfer to and from Mtsvane Kontskhi with as many stops along the way as you desire, a car and driver costs 60 GEL round-trip when you book through GoTrip .

→ Book a GoTrip transfer to Mtsvane Kontskhi here .

2. Mtirala National Park

• Distance from Batumi: 30 kilometres / 18.5 miles
• Travel time by road: 60 minutes (one-way)
• Great for: Nature & hiking

Mtirala is probably the best-known national park near Batumi. Located north-east of the city, it can be reached in around an hour from downtown, making it ideal for a short spring or summer side trip.

Mtirala is known for its ancient Colchis forests and is incredibly dense, with high humidity and frequent rainfall (Mtirala means ‘to cry’ in Georgian, a nod to the often wet conditions). The whole area is brimming with diverse flora and fauna, including brown bears.

In July 2021, Mtirala was named Georgia’s first Natural UNESCO World Heritage Site . Along with Kolkheti National Park and the Kintrishi and Kobuleti Protected Areas, it forms part of the Colchic Rainforests and Wetlands .

Start in Chakvistavi village , where the park administration office is located. Here you can pick up a map (or a guide) and get information about weather conditions. Once inside the park, there are two hiking trails to choose from. The first is an easy 7km loop that leads you to the river gorge where you can ride a cable car before continuing to the park’s most famous spot, Tsablnari waterfall . The longer Tsivtskaro trail takes 2 days and is only suitable for experienced hikers.

Food options are limited but there are several picnic areas within the park so it’s recommended to bring lunch with you. If you prefer not to walk, you can also explore parts of the park by car.

How to get to Mtirala National Park from Batumi

Marshrutka vans that run between Batumi and Kobuleti can drop you off at the turn-off for the National Park in Chakvistskali village. They depart frequently throughout the day from the parking lot adjacent to the Church of the Holy Spirit (see the exact location here on Google Maps ). Be sure to request the stop before you board. The fare is 3 GEL per person.

From the highway, the National Park Administration is another 14 km (30 minutes’ drive) east. You can find a local taxi to take you the rest of the way – expect to pay around 30 GEL.

Alternatively, shuttle buses run to Khala village on the way into the park four times daily. From there, you will need to take a taxi or walk 7 km.

The easiest way to get to Mtirala is by taxi. A Bolt should cost 35-45 GEL one-way (all the way to the National Park Administration), or you can book a driver for 35 USD/car round-trip on GoTrip .

→ Book a GoTrip transfer to Mtirala here .

Mtirala day tour from Batumi

This private hiking tour with Pin Georgia covers the Chestnut Forest Trail, a local Adjarian honey tasting and a visit to the waterfall. The price includes transfers to and from Batumi.

→ See prices here on Viator .

3. Machakhela National Park

• Distance from Batumi: 27 kilometres / 17 miles
• Travel time by road: 40-60 minutes (one-way)
• Great for: Nature & culture

Machakhela is more remote and sees far fewer tourists than Mtirala. I personally prefer Machakhela because it combines nature with fascinating local culture and history .

Machakhela is located south of Batumi and runs along the Turkish border. Another Colchic forest, the landscape is hilly and overwhelmingly green, with ambling streams, high lookout points and towering waterfalls.

There are several villages within the park, one of them has a terrific local lore museum set inside a converted mosque . Another must-do is to visit a Machakhela gunsmith’s workshop where artisans like Zaza Nagervadze still produce flint guns the old-fashioned way.

There’s also a stone ‘Tamara’ bridge , a pillbox gun left over from the Ottoman wars, and a few other interesting landmarks to spot within the park. There is a new Visitors’ Centre where you can find maps and information. I recommend visiting with a tour group that will organise lunch for you – eating a home-cooked Adjarian meal of Sinori cheese pie and Borano buttery cheese in Machakhela is an absolute treat.

If you want to hang around for breakfast, there are several guesthouses that would be happy to host you.

→ Read all about my experience visiting Machakhela from Batumi .

How to get to Machakhela from Batumi

I highly recommend a scooter tour of Machakhela with Tsitsaka Moto . The full-day itinerary includes transfers to and from Batumi by car, lunch and moped hire.

We’re not confident drivers so we had two drivers take us around when we visited. It was great fun and we got to see almost everything the park has to offer within the course of a day.

→ Check prices and availability for the moped tour here on Viator .

If you want to hike in the national park, this full-day trip includes transfers from Batumi and a private experienced guide to accompany you on the 8km Mtavarangelozi hiking trail.

→ Check prices and availability for the hiking tour here on Viator .

If you prefer to visit Machakhela independently, a car and driver for the day costs 100 GEL/car round-trip when booked through GoTrip .

→ Book a GoTrip transfer to Machakhela here .

4. Gonio Apsaros Fortress, Kvariati Beach & Sarpi

• Distance from Batumi: 19 kilometres / 12 miles
• Travel time by road: 30 minutes (one-way)
• Great for: Swimming, hiking, sunset views

If you want to swim and lounge sans crowds and pollution, there are some lovely beaches south of Batumi en route to the Turkish border. Kvariati is one of my favourites – it’s not super secluded but it’s still quiet compared to Batumi Beach and the setting is stunning. This is the last beach on the Georgian side of the Black Sea Coast . After Kvariati, steep, overgrown cliffs rise up from the sea, marking the end of the shoreline.

There are a few waterfalls behind the beach that you can see from the main road and a huge religious statue (you can’t miss it).

After Kvariati, continue down a few more kilometres to Sarpi and the iconic wave-shaped Sarpi Border Checkpoint building. There is also a small museum in Sarpi where you can learn about the local Laz community.

On the way back to Batumi, stop in at Gonio Apsaros Fortress (open daily until 6pm). The open-air museum here contains the remnants of a fortified Roman city that dates back to the 2nd century AD. If you have time for a short hike, Gonio Cross sits in the hills above the fortress and offers stunning views of the Black Sea.

It’s an easy trail (with a few little twists and turns – see my guide below for info) and is particularly rewarding if you time your ascent for sunset . It’s also possible to drive up to the cross if you prefer.

→ Read my detailed guide to the Gonio Cross Hike .

How to get to Gonio/Kvariati/Sarpi from Batumi

This day trip can quite easily be done by bicycle or by using city bus #16 to hop up and down the coast.

→ Read this guide to cycling to Sarpi from Batumi .

Alternatively, you could organise a Batumi-Gonio-Kvariati-Sarpi-Batumi transfer. Prices start from just 60 GEL/car round-trip when you book through GoTrip .

→ Book a GoTrip transfer here .

Day tour to Gonio Fortress

If you’re interested in history and you want to concentrate your energy on Gonio Fortress, then consider a dedicated day trip with a guide. This tour lasts for 7 hours and includes a visit to Gonio followed by Makhuntseti waterfall and a wine tasting.

→ Book here through Viator .

5. Kobuleti, Petra Fortress & Tsikhisdziri Hidden Beach

• Distance from Batumi: 30 kilometres / 19 miles
• Travel time by road: 45 minutes (one-way)
• Great for: History, urbexing, swimming, families with kids

Travelling the opposite way, north along the coast, you’ll find even more glorious swimming beaches plus another set of ruins. The 6th-century Petra Fortress isn’t as well-preserved as Gonio but it’s fun to explore nonetheless. The sea views from the top are spectacular, and the castle is surrounded by leafy arbours (the remains of an old limonarium) with shaded walking paths.

Directly in front of the fortress you’ll find Tsikhisdziri Hidden Beach , a lovely stretch of black rock beach with a sea arch, a dramatic cliff backdrop and a swimming platform. This is a local favourite and a nice place to take a morning dip. In summer 2021, a cool restaurant-bar called Shukura opened up at Tsikhisdziri.

Petra and Tsikhisdziri are an ideal pit stop on the way up to Kobuleti , a seaside town 40 minutes north of Batumi. Popular in Soviet times , Kobuleti has a long stretch of grey, gravely beach and clean water for swimming. There are several abandoned Brutalist-style hotels on the waterfront that attract photographers and urbexers. The main street has dozens of cafes, bars, and a few cool Soviet-era mosaics . Learn more in this guide: Things to do in Kobuleti .

Kobuleti Museum (open Tues-Sun) displays artefacts unearthed at Petra and is worth a quick look-in. I also recommend eating lunch in Kobuleti at Taraghana Fish , a popular seafood joint on the water.

The final stop on this day trip itinerary is the UNESCO-Listed Kobuleti Nature Reserve , a wetland area known for its peat bogs and population of Eurasian otters. Paths and a short elevated boardwalk winds its way through the reserve, with a lookout tower where you can take aerial photos of the pancake-flat landscape. The easiest way to get to the park is by taking bus #1 north from the centre of Kobuleti. The entrance is a short walk from the main road.

How to get to Kobuleti from Batumi

The high-speed train to Tbilisi departs Batumi at 8.30am and stops in Kobuleti before it turns inland. I don’t necessarily recommend taking the train, however, as tickets are quite expensive (from 31 GEL per person).

Instead, take one of the marshrutka minivans that depart from the parking lot adjacent to the Church of the Holy Spirit in Batumi throughout the day. Tickets to Kobuleti cost 3 GEL, and travel time is around 60 minutes depending on traffic.

If you want to stop at Petra and Tsikhisdziri along the way, you can ask the driver to drop you off early (the fare will be the same). The more convenient option is to book a transfer to Kobuleti on GoTrip . Prices start from just 65 GEL/car round-trip.

→ Book a GoTrip transfer to Kobuleti here .

6. Makhuntseti & Mirveti waterfalls

• Travel time by road: 45-60 minutes (one-way)
• Great for: Swimming, relaxing, picnicking

For a cool escape from the city, these twin waterfalls are located in the foothills of Upper Adjara, inland from Batumi and close to Machakhela. Though very beautiful, I must warn you that this is definitely one of the more ‘touristy’ day trips on this list and in my experience, the area is usually quite crowded – especially in summer.

Makhuntseti is a tall waterfall with a swimming hole set back from the main road and accessed via a short, easy trail. On the opposite side of the road, you’ll see Makhuntseti Bridge – a beautiful hemispheric stone Tamara bridge. There are plenty of cafes and eateries in the area.

Mirveti is located closer to Batumi and is a bit more secluded. The falls are shorter but still very beautiful. Mirveti Arch Bridge , another stone bridge, is located nearby.

Makhuntseti is only an hour from Batumi by road. If you have time to spare, you can easily combine this day trip with the next itinerary and enjoy a wine tasting or two while you’re in the area.

How to get to the waterfalls from Batumi

To reach the Makhuntseti Waterfall from Batumi, you can take a Khulo-bound van from old Batumi bus station (departs every 30 minutes from 8am; 10 GEL) and ask the driver to drop you off early, just after Kveda Makhuntseti.

Mirveti is 17km away so it’s not possible to walk between the two – instead, you’ll need to take a Batumi-bound van back to Acharistskali then walk or take a taxi the rest of the way.

More conveniently, you could hire a car and driver for the day. Prices start from just 70 GEL round-trip when you book through GoTrip .

→ Book a GoTrip transfer to the waterfalls here .

Day tour to the waterfalls from Batumi

In the warmer months, local tour company Budget Georgia runs daily group trips to the waterfalls for 130 GEL per person. The program includes a home-made lunch in the Machakhela Valley. Private day tours are available on request.

→ Check availability and book your seat here on Viator .

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7. Adjarian Wine Route

• Travel time by road: 40-75 minutes (one-way)
• Great for: Adjarian wine & food

Kakheti may be Georgia’s main wine region but grapes grow all over the country, including in mountainous Upper Adjara. By all accounts, this is an up-and-coming destination for wine tourism in Georgia, with more family Maranis added to the Adjara Wine Route every year.

Most are located in the high-altitude alpine Adjara around Keda Municipality (more in the next itinerary). If you’re after a quick side trip from Batumi, there are a few notable wineries that are close to Batumi, including Mirveti’s, Chateau Iveri, and Adjarian Wine House.

Adjarian Wine House is a vineyard, restaurant and function centre set on a sprawling property. It’s extremely popular and receives bus loads of tourists every day – but I’ve heard that in recent years the quality of service and the wine-tasting experience has gone downhill.

For something more intimate, Mirveti’s Winery is a small, family run business set in a beautiful wooden house near the waterfall and arched bridge of the same name (35 minutes from Batumi). Chateau Iveri is a bit further along the mountain road (around 1 hour from Batumi), but definitely worth the drive! The views are out of this world. Both offer wine tastings and home-cooked meals for walk-in visitors. I recommend calling ahead a day or two in advance to arrange your visit.

For something closer to home, Beridze Wine Cellar in Makhinjauri (20 minutes north of Batumi) is a traditional family winery producing natural qvevri wines and oak-aged chacha. Wine degustations, supra-style lunches and khachapuri, khinkali and churchkhela masterclasses are available. Contact them via phone to arrange your visit.

Adjara is synonymous with two wine varieties in particular: Tsolikauri and Chkhaveri , a dry white and dry pink respectively. Winemakers in this part of the country use different grapes but the same Qvevri technology as in the east. If you missed out on a wine tasting in Tbilisi , sipping vino in the lush highlands of Adjara will more than make up for it.

If you’re serious about wine, consider pressing further into Upper Adjara to visit the wineries around Keda. Highlights include Lado Shavishvili’s Wine Cellar and Wine Cellar Brother’s Avaliani . Find more information about the Adjarian Wine Route here .

How to get to Adjarian Wine House from Batumi

To get to any of these wineries from Batumi, you can take a Bolt taxi (25-40 GEL one-way). Alternatively ask your host at the winery to help with transport at the time of booking.

8. Keda & Merisi (Upper Adjara)

• Distance from Batumi: 50 kilometres / 31 miles
• Travel time by road: 2-2.5 hours (one-way)
• Great for: Cute villages, Soviet history, Adjarian food, fresh air, incredible mountain scenery

Mountainous Adjara is a treasure trove of pretty alpine villages and a total contrast to the hubbub of the Black Sea Coast. In summer, many people head this way to take advantage of the fresh air and cooler temperatures.

Keda is located a little deeper in the mountains past Makhuntseti Waterfall. There are wineries, hiking trails, painted mosques and some terrific local restaurants to enjoy in the area.

Merisi is a smaller village east of Keda famously known for the ultra-popular Eco House Merisi . If you’re tempted to stretch out your day trip and spend the night in Upper Adjara, this high-altitude guest house with an outdoor hot tub overlooking the mountains and valleys is a real treat.

There are also some terrific glamping spots in Upper Adjara, including Glamping Tago .

If you decide to hire a car and driver and you make an early start from Batumi, you could also visit Khulo , Upper Adjara’s biggest town (roughly 2.5-3 hours by road one-way) to ride the old cable car and visit the mosque .

There is only one asphalt road into Upper Adjara and parts of it may be closed in winter if there is heavy snowfall. I recommend doing this day trip in late spring, summer or fall. 

How to get to Keda & Merisi from Batumi

As of 2024, there are new public buses (comfortable city-style buses) to Khulo from Batumi.

Buses from outside the Culture House in Boni in Batumi (pick-up near the intersection of Mayakovsky and Gogol Streets) at 7am and 6.30pm Monday to Saturday (no services on Sundays). Buses return to Batumi from Khulo (pick-up near the cable car station) at 7.30am and 6.30pm. Tickets cost 10 GEL (6 GEL for Khulo residents).

You can use this bus to travel to any of the villages along the road before Khulo – including Keda, Shuakhevi and Makhuntseti.

Additionally, old-fashioned marshrutka vans depart from Batumi old bus station for Khulo every 30 minutes from 8am until 8pm. The ticket price is 10 GEL and the driver can drop you off early in Keda on request. To get to Merisi, you’ll need to take a taxi from Keda.

Prices start from just 120 GEL/car round-trip when you book through GoTrip . Note that there are limited drivers available because you need a larger vehicle with high clearance for this road.

→ Book a GoTrip transfer to Keda & Merisi here .

9. Kolkheti National Park & Poti

• Distance from Batumi: 75 kilometres / 47 miles
• Travel time by road: 1 hour (one-way)
• Great for: Nature, fresh air, history

Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kolkheti National Park is one of the most unique landscapes in Georgia. Located north of Batumi, it covers almost 34,000 hectares of protected wetlands and lakes across neighbouring Samegrelo and Guria regions.

This is prime habitat for water birds (more than 200 native and migratory species nest here). Along with Javakheti in southern Georgia , it’s one of the country’s premier bird watching destinations.

The best way to explore the national park is by getting out on the water. Boat tours of lake Paliastomi and the Pichori River are available, or you can hire a kayak and navigate the Churia Nature Paddling Trail, an easy 9-kilometre loop that takes you deep into the Amazon-like wetlands. Advance bookings are essential.

If you prefer to stay on land, hiking and horse riding are also on offer. There is a long track through the park that can be done by bicycle , but you’ll need to bring your own wheels.

This area also has historical importance as the birthplace of the Kingdom of Colchis , the first Georgian state that was founded in 2000 BC. Displays at the Kolkheti Culture Museum in the nearby city of Poti contain artefacts from this period.

The port city of Poti is worth a wander around – climb to the top of the historic lighthouse for a view, track down the Soviet-era mosaics and Brutalist architecture , and take in the sea panoramas on the long beach front .

How to get to Kolkheti & Poti from Batumi

Marshrutka vans depart Batumi bus station for Poti throughout the day, at least every hour starting from 8am. To reach the main entrance of Kolkheti National Park, a 6-minute drive from Poti, you can take a taxi from the centre.

Alternatively, prices start from 120 GEL/car round-trip when you book through GoTrip .

→ Book a GoTrip transfer to Poti here .

10. Shekvetili & Ureki beach

• Distance from Batumi: 47 kilometres / 29 miles
• Great for: Beaches, swimming, families with kids

Located roughly halfway between Kobuleti and Kolkheti, Shekvetili and Ureki are two of the most popular swimming spots on Georgia’s Black Sea.

This section of coast – part of Guria region – has sandy beaches rather than stone or pebble beaches like you see closer to Batumi. It’s not just any old sand, either – black in colour and ‘magnetic’ , it’s rich in iron ore minerals and is believed to have healing properties.

Shekvetili Beach backs onto a forest and is the nicer of the two in my humble opinion. Other things to do in the area include the Miniature Park (an open-air museum with tiny replicas of Georgia’s most important churches and historical landmarks – it’s really wonderful and worth visiting) and Shekvetili Dendrological Park , the inspiration behind the film Taming the Garden . At Nellie’s restaurant in Shekvetili is one of my favourite places to eat in the area. The trout is outstanding.

Ureki Beach is a little more crowded. There are lots of cafes and restaurants to choose from, but prices here tend to be quite high (especially in summer).

How to get to Shekvetili & Ureki from Batumi

To get to Shekvetili, take a Poti-bound van from Batumi and jump out early. The beach, Miniature Park and restaurant are all within walking distance or you can take a taxi. Ureki Beach is another 20 minutes up the coast by car. To get there, you can either take another van or hire a taxi.

Prices start from 100 GEL/car round-trip when you book through GoTrip .

→ Book a GoTrip transfer to Shekvetili & Ureki here .

Where to stay in Batumi

I recommend staying close to the waterfront and Batumi Old Town. Nice accommodations can also be found at the opposite end of the seafront on the New Boulevard. For more information, see my detailed guide to the best areas to stay in Batumi .

Here are my top picks:

TOP CHOICE: Kartuli Hotel (⭐ 9.1). Located on the 37-38th floors of a skyscraper on the New Boulevard, Kartuli commands spectacular views of the sea and city. Rooms are minimal and beautifully designed. Kartuli is one of the coolest hotels in Georgia!

BOUTIQUE: Mariinsky Boutique Hotel (⭐ 9.0). This cute apart-hotel has spacious rooms, modern ensuites, and an outstanding rooftop terrace. The location three blocks back from the Boulevard, close to Batumi Old Town, is perfect for getting around on foot.

SELF-CONTAINED: Banana Apartments (⭐ 9.7). Banana Apartments offers three stylish, self-contained studio flats that sleep up to three people. Each one has a full kitchen, new bathroom, and water views.

BUDGET: Hostel 47 (⭐ 9.8). Located near the museum, this popular hostel is walking distance from both the beach and the Old Town. There are three dorms to choose from (mixed or female-only) plus a shared kitchen-laundry and several outdoor common spaces.

SPLASH OUT: Radisson Blu (⭐ 8.5). Located footsteps from both the main part of the boulevard and Batumi Old Town, this hotel offers polished rooms with great views, an outdoor pool, and an outstanding buffet breakfast.

More Batumi travel resources

• My complete city guide to Batumi – the best things to do, see, eat & drink
• Batumi street art guide & interactive map
• Guide to visiting the Batumi Botanical Garden
• Guide to the Gonio Cross trail , Batumi’s best hike
• Cycling from Batumi to Sarpi and the Turkish border
• Guide to visiting Machakhela National Park from Batumi
• Batumi Airport transport & arrivals guide

Georgia essentials

Here are the websites and services I personally use and recommend for Georgia. Check out my full list of travel resources for more tips.

FLIGHTS: Search for affordable flights to Tbilisi, Batumi or Kutaisi on Skyscanner .

TRAVEL INSURANCE: Insure your trip with HeyMondo , my preferred provider for single-trip and annual travel insurance (get 5% off when you book with my link).

SIM CARD: Magti is my preferred provider, with prices starting from 9 GEL/week for unlimited data. See this guide for all the details about buying a Georgian SIM card .

AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Most flights into Georgia arrive in the early hours. For ease, pre-book a private transfer from Tbilisi Airport to your hotel (from $17) or from Kutaisi Airport to Tbilisi (from $90) with my partners at GoTrip.ge.

ACCOMMODATION: Booking.com is the most widely used platform in Georgia. Use it to find family guesthouses, private apartments, hostels and hotels around the country.

CAR HIRE: Find a great deal on a rental car in Georgia – use the Local Rent website to book through a local agent (prices start from $20/day).

DAY TRIPS & CITY TOURS: Use Viator or Get Your Guide to browse a range of day trips and city tours. For off-beat programs, I recommend Friendly.ge (use the promocode wanderlush for 10% off). For in-depth day trips to Georgia’s wine regions, I recommend Eat This! Tours (use the promo code wanderlush for 5% off).

PRIVATE TRANSFERS: GoTrip.ge is a terrific service for booking a private professional driver and car for the day. Use it for A-to-B transfers, a customised round-trip itinerary, or a multi-day trip. You can stop wherever you like for as long as you like without the fixed price going up.

NEED SOME HELP?: Need feedback on your itinerary or personalised travel tips? I offer a one-on-one consultation call service for Tbilisi and Georgia. More information and bookings here .

Hey Emily! Thank you for this great information! I would like to visit the mountains of Adjara and some small village(s) but will only be able to take marshrutka. If I’m spending two nights and my main interest is day hikes – which village would you recommend with good hiking from the town and also food availability and some charm if I’m deciding between Keda and Khulo?

Hi Brielle, I am a big fan of Khulo. There are nice guesthouses and a few food options, and you can use the cable car to get across to Tago for the Khikhani Fortress Hike. Glamping Tago is awesome if you get a chance to stay there. Khulo is further out but more charming in my opinion, and you might be able to find a ride from there to the other villages further east which are just beautiful!

also im gonna sidetrack a little, would you suggest walking from the city centre to the batumi train station if time is of no issue?

thanks again!

Hi Sherman, it’s not really a good idea as it’s a very busy road with lots of trucks. Honestly it’s bad enough driving it, personally I wouldn’t want to be on foot. If you can find an alternative backroad then sure!

Hi Emily, thanks for your post. you mentioned bus #16, so where do i catch bus #16 to sarpi from batumi city centre? thank you.

Hi Sherman, it runs along Khimshiashvili Street. Tourist Info in Batumi also have a city map with the bus routes if you want to pick one up.

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