Mestia — Hatsvali, Tetnuldi
Svan towers in summer, freeride at Tetnuldi in winter: Mestia hosted a Freeride World Tour stop in 2024.
- From Tbilisi
- ≈8–9 h
- Vertical drop
- 900 m
- Hotel / night
- ≈40–250 ₾
- Season
- December–April
Scores out of 100
- Best for skiing 33/100 · #3 of 4
- Weekend from Tbilisi 31/100 · #15 of 15
- Budget 63/100 · #5 of 6
Scores are computed from the data.
Pistes and lift passes
Pistes · 13.7 km
no difficulty split in the sources.
- Lifts
- 5
- Base
- 2,265 m
- Top
- 3,165 m
- Freeride, heli- or cat-skiing
- Yes
Lift pass 2025/26
- Adult, 1 day
- ≈50 ₾
- Child, 1 day
- ≈25 ₾
A season pass for all four ski resorts is 650 ₾ (child 325 ₾), plus a 5 ₾ refundable card.
Getting there
By car
From Tbilisi: 450 km, ≈8–9 h
Minibus / bus
From Navtlugi (Samgori): ≈50–60 ₾
Flight
Nearest airport: Mestia (UGMS)
What to see
- Ushguli (UNESCO)
- Svan towers
- Svaneti Museum of History and Ethnography
Tip: The minibus from Tbilisi leaves in the morning (≈9–10 h); flights depend on the weather.
FAQ
How far is Mestia — Hatsvali, Tetnuldi from Tbilisi?
450 km, ≈8–9 h.
How do I get to Mestia — Hatsvali, Tetnuldi?
By car: From Tbilisi: 450 km, ≈8–9 h; Minibus / bus: From Navtlugi (Samgori): ≈50–60 ₾; Flight: Nearest airport: Mestia (UGMS).
When is the best time to visit Mestia — Hatsvali, Tetnuldi?
Ski: December–April; Best months: July–September.
How much does a hotel cost in Mestia — Hatsvali, Tetnuldi?
A typical main-season price is ≈40–250 ₾ a night (hotels and guesthouses).
How much is a ski pass in Mestia — Hatsvali, Tetnuldi?
A 1-day adult pass is 50 ₾ and a child pass 25 ₾ (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 Mestia — Hatsvali, Tetnuldi have?
13.7 km of pistes, 5 lifts and a 900 m vertical drop (2,265–3,165 m).
How does Mestia — Hatsvali, Tetnuldi score?
Best for skiing: 33/100; Weekend from Tbilisi: 31/100; Budget: 63/100. Scores are computed from the published data: pistes, prices, season and access.
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.