Soar Above the Caucasus: Gudauri Paragliding

Getting There

• Walking

  If you are staying in the New Gudauri area, you can easily reach Gudauri Paragliding by walking. Start from your hotel and head towards the main road (the Tbilisi - Kazbegi highway). Once you reach the highway, turn left and walk for about 700 meters. You will see a sign for Gudauri Paragliding on your right. The office is located at Block 1, office 114, New Gudauri, near the Vartsla Mountain Apart hotel.

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, drive along the Tbilisi - Kazbegi highway (also known as the Georgian Military Highway). Once you reach Gudauri, follow the signs for New Gudauri. After entering New Gudauri, look for Block 1, office 114. The paragliding office is located near the Vartsla Mountain Apart hotel. Parking is available nearby, but be sure to check for any potential fees.

• Public Transportation

  If you are using public transportation, take a marshrutka (minibus) from Tbilisi to Gudauri. The journey takes about 2 hours. Once you arrive in Gudauri, you can either walk to the Gudauri Paragliding office, which is approximately a 15-minute walk, or you can hire a taxi for a short ride. The taxi should cost around 10-15 GEL. Just ask the driver to take you to Block 1, office 114, New Gudauri.

• Taxi

  For a more direct route, consider using a taxi service. Taxis are available throughout Gudauri, and you can easily hail one. Give the driver the address: Block 1, office 114, New Gudauri, FF9V+V4C Vartsla Mountain. The fare should be around 5-10 GEL from most locations within Gudauri.