Jeep Tour to David Gareja semi-desert wildlife

This is a private jeep tour to David Gareja semi-desert off-roads. Mravaltskaro reservoir rarely get visitors. The route leads through the picturesque landscape of sandstone colors, rock carved-out caves with extraordinary medieval frescoes and birdlife. Lunch near the site.

1. 1

   Kakheti Region

   Pass by

   Guide will meet you at the lobby of Tbilisi hotel and drive to the West, Kakheti village Iormughanlo. Here our off-road adventure begins.

2. 2

   David Gareja Monastery

   1 hour

   Today we visit Gareja Monastery Caves: Lavra. Take a glimpse of what the monastic life used to be in the whole area centuries ago.

3. 3

   Udabno

   1 hour

   Picnic lunch near village Udabno.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   1 hour

   Continue to the Mravaltskaro Reservoir, a rarely visited area of Gareja desert. Take a short hike to the top of the hill just above the lake or go around and walk among the colorful hills of Mravaltskaro. Step wilderness, semi-desert fauna and lunar colorful hills will charm you. All pictures are like a post-card.

5. 5

   Rustavi

   30 min

   At the end of the day, we return to Tbilisi passing by former Soviet industrial city of Rustavi. The industrial zone here is scaring, it looks like a skeleton of former USSR. Great place for black and white pictures. Appearance of the town Rustavi is typical Soviet: residential block buildings of Stalinism and later periods are symmetrically constructed along the geometrical streets. The main square, bridge along the river Mtkvati and the park are well maintenance. After short walk drive back to Tbilisi

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Trekking to certain parts of David Gareja is subject to favorable weather conditions. In case of rain or snow you'll skip sightseeing in Sabereebi caves for your own safety and will be offered an alternative excursion in Ninotsminda Monastery.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.