Explore Lagodekhi National Park: Private Tour to Waterfalls & Monastery

$717
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About This Tour

Private tour package to Lagodekhi National Park includes visiting Lagodekhi Protected Areas - one of the world’s best-preserved, primitive area with a diversity of natural landscapes – located in town Lagodekhi, in the extreme north-eastern part of the southern slopes of the Caucasus and extends at an altitude of 590-3500 m. Private tour package includes hiking to the biggest waterfall of Lagodekhi Park and hiking to Machi Fortress. Guests will also visit Bodbe Monastery and town Sighnaghi.

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Inclusions

  • Private transportation
    Air-conditioned vehicle
    WiFi on board
    Bottled water
  • WiFi
  • Exclusions

  • Lunch, Dinner and Hotel
  • Tour Plan

    Itinerary

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    Day 1 Tour to Lagodekhi National Reserve and Ninoskhevi Waterfall

    Lagodekhi is a town, located at the foot of the Greater Caucasus mountains between the rivers Lagodekhiskhevi and Shromiskhevi, in the historical region of Hereti (now part of Kakheti). Lagodekhi has a number of nearby waterfalls and includes the Lagodekhi Nature Reserve, established in 1912 and first noted by Polish botanist Ludwik Młokosiewicz for having a variety of tree species. Three kilometers east of the town is the border crossing with Azerbaijan's Balakan Province. Lagodekhi is in the Kakheti district of Georgia.
    Lagodekhi Protected Areas, also known as Lagodekhi National Park, is a pair of protected areas in the Kakheti district of Georgia: Lagodekhi Strict Nature Reserve and Lagodekhi Managed Nature Reserve (divided in 2003).[1][2] The combined area of the two is 24,451 hectares (94.41 sq mi). The reserves are located in north-eastern Georgia on the southern slopes of the Caucasus and border on Azerbaijan and Dagestan. Lagodekhi preserves a variety of rare local flora and fauna and was originally protected in 1912, under the Russian Empire, the first nature preserve in Georgia. Their ecoregion is that of the Caucasus mixed forests.
    The route starts from the Gurgeniani Information Center and follows the Ninoskhevi River on a narrow path. The sound of the river, the little waterfalls, huge stones, and cool breeze wandering through the valley make the trip both highly entertaining and adventurous. Take a few steps and magic scenery will spread in front of you – a 40 m long Ninoskhevi waterfall which is one of the most beautiful in Georgia. Its noise attracts the surroundings and sets a new dimension for viewers. On the way we come across rare relict plants such as Lagodekhiangentiana, Lagodekhian snowdrop, Julia purusula, bladdernut, wing nut, chestnut, Georgian oak and etc.

    Day 2 Tour to Machi Fortress

    Nature Interpretation Path
    This is Tony Tur.Usually, Tony lives in the high mountains of Lagodekhi. But he loves to make a trip down to the Nature Interpretation Path to show kids and curious adults how much fun it is to experience nature. Along twelve interactive stations, you can see nature with different eyes, hear it with new ears and palpate it with hands and feet. Therewill also bestations to frolic and relax. The path is 600 meters long and starts beside the Visitors’ Center. Tony is looking forward to your visit!
    We head to the village of Matsimi from Lagodekhi Protected Areas administration center by vehicle (From Lagodekhi to the village of Matsimi – 7 km, 5 min). The route starts from the administration center in the village Matsimi and heads to the BneliKheobaRiver (dark gorge). The path crosses Oriental Hornbeam and karpet-like moss that resemble a fur coat put on bare stones. We appear in a tale turned into reality, from where we go through mixed beech stand and cross the BneliKheobaRiver followed by a path going up to mountain slopes which lead us to the fortress built by our ancestors centuries ago.

    The remarkable fortress of Kakheti from the medieval age is surrounded by walls, yet inside proudly stands a noble family church, with underground pathways and the ruins of building reenacting the pictures of the already forgotten ancient past.

    Day 3 Tour to Bodbe Monastery and Signagi

    The Monastery of St. Nino at Bodbe is a Georgian Orthodox monastic complex and the seat of the Bishops of Bodbe located 2 km from the town of Sighnaghi, Kakheti, Georgia. Originally built in the 9th century, it has been significantly remodeled, especially in the 17th century. The monastery now functions as a nunnery and is one of the major pilgrimage sites in Georgia, due to its association with St. Nino, the 4th-century female evangelist of Georgians, whose relics are shrined there.
    Signagi or Sighnaghi is a town in Georgia's easternmost region of Kakheti and the administrative center of the Signagi Municipality. Although it is one of Georgia's smallest towns, Signagi serves as a popular tourist destination due to its location at the heart of Georgia's wine-growing regions, as well as its picturesque landscapes, pastel houses and narrow, cobblestone streets. Located on a steep hill, Signagi overlooks the vast Alazani Valley, with the Caucasus Mountains visible at a distance.

    Meeting / Pickup

    Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.

    Please Note

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Not stroller accessible
    • Not suitable for pets
    • No public transportation nearby
    • Infants must not sit on laps
    • Infant seats unavailable

    Cancellation Policy

    • We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 2 days or less before the event
    • We will charge a cancellation fee of 50% if booking is cancelled 6 days or less before the event
    • We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 1000 days or less before the event

    Reviews

    4.47/5
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    Location (4.33/5)
    Amenities (4/5)
    Services (4.33/5)
    Price (5/5)
    Rooms (4.67/5)

    3 Comments

    1. 4.4

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      We had a fantastic time hiking through Lagodekhi National Park, discovering hidden waterfalls and visiting a beautiful monastery. The accommodations were cozy, but we did wish for a bit more variety in meals during our stay.

    2. 4.6

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      Exploring the stunning waterfalls and the serene monastery tucked in Lagodekhi National Park was a refreshing solo adventure, though I found the food options a bit limited at times.

    3. 4.4

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      We ventured into Lagodekhi National Park with a sense of adventure and were rewarded with breathtaking landscapes and tranquil moments at the waterfalls. The overnight stays were cozy, allowing us to bond over the shared experiences of hiking and exploring the beautiful monastery nestled in the area. While the private tour provided a personalized touch, we did wish for a bit more variety in our meal options, but overall, it was an unforgettable escape with friends.

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