Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park: A Georgian Wilderness
Explore Georgia's natural heartland: Hike through diverse landscapes, discover rare wildlife, and experience the healing waters of Borjomi.
Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park, one of the largest in Europe, offers a diverse landscape of forests, alpine meadows, and rivers. Established in 1995, it protects a rich history dating back to royal hunting grounds and provides a sanctuary for diverse flora and fauna, including rare species.
A brief summary to Borjomi & Kharagauli National Park
- V66F+3JV, Kvabiskhevi, GE
- +995577640444
- Visit website
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Register at the visitor center in Borjomi or Kharagauli before entering the park.
- Wear appropriate hiking shoes and clothing for varied weather conditions.
- Bring your own food and water, especially for longer hikes.
- Consider renting camping gear at the visitor center for overnight stays.
- Check trail conditions and weather forecasts before heading out.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Tbilisi, take a minibus (marshrutka) from Didube Metro Station to Borjomi. Minibuses depart frequently between 8:00 am and 6:00 pm and cost approximately 6 GEL. The journey takes around 2.5 hours. From Borjomi, you can take a local taxi or walk to the National Park Visitor Center, located about 2km from the town center. Alternatively, take a train from Tbilisi to Borjomi. Trains depart twice daily and cost between 4-10 GEL. The journey takes approximately 2.5 hours. From Kutaisi, take a minibus to Borjomi. The journey takes approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes.
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Taxi
From the Borjomi bus or train station, a taxi to the National Park Visitor Center costs approximately 5-10 GEL. Ensure the driver knows the location, as some may not be familiar with the park's exact location. Agree on the price before starting the journey.
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Walking
From the center of Borjomi, the National Park Visitor Center is a pleasant 2km walk. Follow Meskheti Street from the town center. The walk takes approximately 30 minutes and offers scenic views of the town and surrounding landscape.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Mariamtsminda
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Hotel Borjomi Likani Health & Spa Centre
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Likani Palace
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Borjomi Bridge Hotel
13.1 km
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Baniskhevi Fortress
13.1 km
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My House
13.5 km
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Monument of Prometheus
14.4 km
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Bieti church
16.3 km
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Uznariani Castle
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Mtserlebi Resort
26.0 km
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Koditskaro lake
30.3 km
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Akhaltsikhe Inn
30.6 km
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Dubli
31.0 km
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Meschetie
31.0 km
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Saghighino
31.2 km
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Unmissable attractions to see
სამეცხვარეოს თავშესაფარი
7.5 km
A simple mountain shelter in Imereti's Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park, offering basic refuge for hikers exploring Georgia's wilderness.
Kvabiskhevi Station ქვაბისხევის საგუშაგო
8.2 km
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Mtsvane Monastery
9.0 km
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Waterfall Legvanura
9.1 km
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zauka’S ranch
9.6 km
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Former sanatorium "Mountain Valley"
11.3 km
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Оранжерея
11.7 km
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Amphitheater
12.0 km
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Petre Fortress
12.4 km
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Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park Administration
12.4 km
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Slesis Cixe
12.6 km
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Gogia Fortress
12.8 km
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Borjomi museum
12.9 km
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Day trip to vardzia
13.0 km
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Kostava Square
13.3 km
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Essential places to dine
Meskhetian House
10.9 km
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Cafe Tourist
13.3 km
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Bergi terrace
13.5 km
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Georgian Cuisine
16.8 km
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Niavi
21.9 km
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Arastichi
22.0 km
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Poria
22.3 km
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Tori
22.7 km
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Rakraka
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Emigranti
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Restaurant Kevri
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Restaurant Imereti
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Restorani Zgapari Rikoti
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Georgian handmade "NK's Samshvenisi"
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Gocha Totadze
15.8 km
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Nini - Grocery Shop
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Georgian Souvenirs Store
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RAS
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Zgapari ზღაპარი
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Okey Supermarket
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Spar
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Shop
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handgeo
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Alpha Market
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Tobacco Accessories
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Vardzia
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ლაშა ყანდორელაშვილის სახელობის სალოთაო
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Omo's Bar
13.6 km
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Dimitri’s Wine Cellar and Restaurant
13.8 km
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მოსვი
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ლუდის სახლი
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WOODS STOP
14.5 km
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კაფე ბარი კახისი
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Jr buffonovich
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Kyilian hallandowski
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Après-ski
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EASY BAR
29.9 km
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Leki
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