Kayaking in Georgia

The green valleys, endless vineyards and ancient churches scattered throughout Georgia will quickly make you realise why Georgia is considered one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Variety of rivers in this country is amazing. You will find all types of rivers scattered in different valleys with their own micro climate.  Guests are considered blessings in Georgia and we’ll experience this friendly hospitality throughout our adventure as we travel through the country while enjoying local treats, food and beverages.

Upon arrival, you will be picked up and driven to our accommodation where you will meet the rest of your travel companions. It is recommended to book the flights arriving before 3 pm. You can also arrive day earlier and get to town with taxi and wait for group to arrive. Please get in touch regarding your flight before booking it, we will try to synchronize everybody to minimize waiting time for each group.

Accomodation: After arrival you will be collected to the airport and with group transferred to our near airport accommodation (Tbilisi or nearby)

Depending on water levels we will start with big volume Rioni or Tshenistikali or head towards black sea where we will be based for rest of the trip paddling Supsa, Bzhuza, Kintrishi, Machakhela.

Accommodation: Kobuleti or Kutaisi

We plan to leave for Tbilisi day earlier. Flights can be booked at a convenient time, however, keep in mind that you have to be minimum 3 hours earlier before your flight at Tbilisi airport due to the famous queues that are forming there during check ins.) It is best to choose morning flight to minimise waiting time and delays, especially on connecting flights.

This is the draft of the trip. Based on the level of participants certain days might be adjusted

Accommodation: Tbilisi

Upon arrival, you will be picked up and driven to our accommodation where you will meet the rest of your travel companions. It is recommended to book the flights arriving before 3 pm. Please get in touch regarding your flight before booking it, we will try to synchronize everybody to minimize waiting time for each group.

Accomodation: After arrival you will be collected to the airport and with group transferred to our near airport accommodation (Tbilisi)

Depending on water levels we will start with Aragvi and it’s tributaries to eventually go to Tergi. Amount of rivers and beautiful scenery of Mount Kazbek will provide unique memories.

Accommodation: Aragvi Adventure Center Tvalivi & Gudauri

We plan to leave for Tbilisi a day earlier. Flights can be booked at a convenient time, however, keep in mind that you have to be minimum 3 hours earlier before your flight at Tbilisi airport to avoid queues during passport controls. It is best to choose a morning flight to minimize waiting time and delays, especially on connecting flights.

Accommodation: Tbilisi

This is the draft of the trip. Based on the level of participants certain days might be adjusted

Guided trip that is suitable for people that have completed a basic course, have a whitewater roll and want to paddle rivers at II – III+ under the eye of professional kayakers enjoying different rivers and flowing down the sections. You should have run class III river at least once in the past.

The trip is suitable for people that have experience on the rivers and feel comfortable at class III, have a reliable whitewater roll and want to paddle rivers of class III-IV and experience the local culture. The course will help you step up your game under the eye of professional kayakers with a high level of coaching and guidance.

You have to bring your personal paddling equipment

Personal paddling equipment (available to rent at an additional cost, let us know what equipment you need and we can arrange it for you!) – Kayak 110 euro for standard boats and 160 for premium Jackson Kayak boats & Paddle 55 euro per trip (Sherpa, Surge, Powerhouse) or 75 euro per premium (Double Diamond, Shogun). When renting please be sure to bring 2 air bags and additional hip pads/foam bits that you would have in your boat. We usually source private boats and these won’t have these pieces.

The camp is suitable for both youth and adult paddlers. During the camp if our coaches are going to look after young paddlers, participants and their legal supervisors must agree to rules of camp.

Feel free to drop us an email if you have any concerns or questions about this or to discuss it further info@loveitliveit.co.uk.