Soaring Above: Air Balloon Tbilisi

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving from any location in Kvemo Kartli, head towards Tbilisi via the Mtkvari River route. Use the E60 highway and follow the signs to Tbilisi. Once you reach Tbilisi, follow the signs to Rike Park, which is located near the city center. Once you arrive at Rike Park, look for the designated area for Air Balloon Tbilisi, which operates from this park. Parking may be available nearby, but check local regulations to avoid fines.

• Public Transportation - Bus

  To reach Air Balloon Tbilisi by bus, take a marshrutka (minibus) from any major town in Kvemo Kartli towards Tbilisi. The fare typically ranges from 3 to 5 GEL. Once you arrive at the central bus station in Tbilisi, look for local buses or taxis that can take you to Rike Park. Alternatively, you can walk from the bus station to Rike Park, which is about a 20-minute walk. Upon reaching Rike Park, head to the designated area for Air Balloon Tbilisi.

• Public Transportation - Train

  If you prefer traveling by train, take a train from the nearest train station in Kvemo Kartli to Tbilisi. The train journey usually costs around 5 GEL and takes approximately 1-2 hours. Once you arrive at Tbilisi Central Railway Station, you can take a taxi or a local bus to Rike Park. The distance from the train station to Rike Park is about 3 km, which can be covered in a short taxi ride or a 30-minute walk.