Gudauri
Georgia's highest and biggest ski resort on the Military Highway: open terrain above the tree line, heli- and cat-skiing.
- From Tbilisi
- ≈2–2.5 h
- Vertical drop
- 1,283 m
- Hotel / night
- ≈400–1,150 ₾
- Season
- December–April
Scores out of 100
- Best for skiing 98/100 · #1 of 4
- Beginners and families 49/100 · #3 of 3
- Weekend from Tbilisi 63/100 · #10 of 15
- Budget 26/100 · #6 of 6
Scores are computed from the data.
Pistes and lift passes
Pistes · 34.8 km
- Easy 4.6 km
- Intermediate 19.4 km
- Difficult 10.8 km
- Lifts
- 15
- Base
- 1,993 m
- Top
- 3,276 m
- Night skiing
- Yes
- Freeride, heli- or cat-skiing
- Yes
Lift pass 2025/26
- Adult, 1 day
- ≈70 ₾
- Child, 1 day
- ≈35 ₾
- Equipment rental / day
- ≈40–60 ₾
- Instructor / hour
- ≈100–120 ₾
A season pass for all four ski resorts is 650 ₾ (child 325 ₾), plus a 5 ₾ refundable card.
Getting there
By car
From Tbilisi: 120 km, ≈2–2.5 h
Minibus / bus
From Didube: ≈15–20 ₾
Flight
Nearest airport: Tbilisi (TBS)
What to see
- Kobi cable car
- Russia–Georgia Friendship Monument
- Jvari Pass
Tip: The road can close in a blizzard — keep a spare day.
FAQ
How far is Gudauri from Tbilisi?
120 km, ≈2–2.5 h.
How do I get to Gudauri?
By car: From Tbilisi: 120 km, ≈2–2.5 h; Minibus / bus: From Didube: ≈15–20 ₾; Flight: Nearest airport: Tbilisi (TBS).
When is the best time to visit Gudauri?
Ski: December–April.
How much does a hotel cost in Gudauri?
A typical main-season price is ≈400–1,150 ₾ a night (hotels and guesthouses).
How much is a ski pass in Gudauri?
A 1-day adult pass is 70 ₾ and a child pass 35 ₾ (2025/26). The adult season pass for all four ski resorts is 650 ₾. 2026/27 prices normally appear in mid-December.
How many pistes and lifts does Gudauri have?
34.8 km of pistes (easy 4.6, intermediate 19.4, difficult 10.8), 15 lifts and a 1,283 m vertical drop (1,993–3,276 m).
How does Gudauri score?
Best for skiing: 98/100; Beginners and families: 49/100; Weekend from Tbilisi: 63/100; Budget: 26/100. Scores are computed from the published data: pistes, prices, season and access.
How much do apartments cost in Gudauri?
Asking prices in listings are $900–$2,300/m². Prices actually paid are lower — check the listings on sivrce.
Are the prices exact?
No — prices and timetables change with the season and the sources do not agree to the lari; confirm with the operator or on the spot.
Source: the state ski operator (MTA), official resort pages, public encyclopedias, transport guides and listing asking prices, 2026-10-07. Prices and timetables change — the 2026/27 ski price list normally appears in mid-December; confirm before you travel.