Skiing and snow
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The Gudauri slopes | Slopes from about 2,000 to 3,276 metres, with easy runs for beginners, hard ones for experts, and ski schools for children. | The season runs roughly from late December to mid-April |
| The lifts to the peaks | Lifts that carry you above the snow with views of the Caucasus peaks, even if you don't ski. | Day pass GEL 70 for adults and GEL 35 for children |
| Paragliding | Tandem flights with a professional over valleys white in winter and green in summer. | Weather permitting |
Around Gudauri
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The Friendship Monument | A colourful round terrace on the edge of the valley, one of the finest views on the Georgian Military Road. | Between Gudauri and Kazbegi |
| Ananuri Fortress and the Zhinvali reservoir | A historic walled fortress on a turquoise lake, on the way from Tbilisi. | About an hour before Gudauri |
| Kazbegi | A village beneath towering Mount Kazbek, with the Juta and Truso valleys. | About 40 minutes beyond Gudauri |
Tips before you go
- The Georgian Military Road can close for a while in snowstorms, so keep a spare day in your trip.
- Saudis enter Georgia visa-free, with health insurance mandatory since 1 January 2026.
- Ski clothes and equipment can be hired at the resort, so you don't need to buy them.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the snow season in Gudauri?
Roughly from late December to mid-April, best in January and February.
How much is a ski pass in Gudauri?
A day pass is GEL 70 for adults and GEL 35 for children (checked in October 2026).
How far is Gudauri from Tbilisi?
About 120 kilometres, or about two hours by car on the Georgian Military Road.
Is Gudauri good for beginners and children?
Yes: it has easy slopes and ski schools, and equipment and clothes for hire.
Planning your trip to Georgia? Read Travel to Georgia from Saudi Arabia.
Last updated: October 2026. The information is for guidance only; ticket prices and opening hours are set by each attraction and may change, so check them on the official website before you go.