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Enduro West Georgia: Motorcycle trip through Svaneti

This enduro motorcycle trip through western Georgia takes you on about 800 km from the subtropical Black Sea to the high mountain region of Svaneti.

How long? 7 Days
Price € 1,790 / Person

The Journey

Enduro through West Georgia, the Caucasus, and Svaneti

Following in the footsteps of the Argonauts, this enduro tour through Western Georgia takes you through a land of extremes: In just a few hours of riding, you transition from the subtropical Black Sea climate to the glacier world of the Greater Caucasus. The journey begins in Batumi, follows red clay trails through the forests of Adjara, and climbs to the Goderdzi Pass at 3,000 m. Through Kutaisi with the UNESCO monastery Gelati and the Prometheus Caves, it goes up to Svaneti, passing medieval defensive towers all the way to Ushguli. The terrain is technical but accessible, with around 70% off-road, a guide, and a support vehicle always within reach.

Enduro riders pausing on a dirt track above eroded desert hills Row of enduro riders raising their arms on a mountainside with misty peaks behind Elevated view of a mountain village with stone Svan towers in a green valley Enduro rider descending a dirt ridge above dry eroded hills Two enduro riders crossing a grassy highland below snow-capped mountains Enduro West Georgia: Motorcycle trip through Svaneti
Key Highlights of the Trip

Key Highlights of the Trip

01 Batumi and Black Sea
01
Batumi and Black Sea
Start at the subtropical Black Sea, with the vibrant old town of Batumi and first trails through the forests of Adjara.
02 Goderdzi Pass at 3,000 m
02
Goderdzi Pass at 3,000 m
Over the Goderdzi Pass in the Little Caucasus, with mountain roads, river crossings, and wide views of the alpine meadows.
03 Uschguli and UNESCO Heritage
03
Uschguli and UNESCO Heritage
Uschguli at 2,200 m is Europe’s highest year-round inhabited village, with UNESCO watchtowers and a view of the Shkara at 5,200 m.
04 70 % Offroad on KTM 450
04
70 % Offroad on KTM 450
About 70% of the route runs off paved roads, on red clay trails, gravel paths, and mountain passes with a KTM EXC 450 or PAMIR 450.
05 Guide and full support
05
Guide and full support
A German-speaking guide leads each stage, mechanics, a spare motorcycle, and your luggage travel in the support vehicle. Ideal also for beginners with some off-road experience.
Motorcycle Tours
Days 1-7
Motorcyclists in enduro gear gathered on a wooden porch with a local family and hanging laundry
Arrival in Batumi & Test Drive

Arrival in Batumi & Test Drive

You land at Kutaisi Airport and will be taken to Batumi in about an hour, the relaxed port city on the Black Sea with its mild subtropical climate. After check-in, there’s time to explore the old town, where modern skyscrapers meet ancient buildings. In the afternoon, a test ride is scheduled to perfectly adjust your motorcycle to you. It will take you through the subtropical forests around Batumi, partly on red clay roads. Be sure to bring your passport, as passes are required for the border-adjacent forest paths. The evening concludes with a shared Georgian dinner.

Enduro riders pausing on a dirt track above eroded desert hills
Batumi to Goderdzi Pass

Batumi to Goderdzi Pass

Early in the morning, you say goodbye to Batumi and drive through the subtropical forests of Adjara towards the mountains. The first kilometers run along a mountain pass road beside the Adjaristskali River, lined with lush vegetation. The Adjara mountains do not reach the heights of the Greater Caucasus, but offer plenty of variety with mountain and valley rides and refreshing river crossings. Passing picturesque mountain villages, you reach the Goderdzi Pass at 3,000 m in the Lesser Caucasus in the evening. Distance: 185 km.

Enduro motorcycle parked on a grassy ridge with snow-capped peaks behind
Via Abastumani to Kutaisi

Via Abastumani to Kutaisi

Today you continue rolling to Kutaisi. The road conditions are varied and challenge your driving skills. In the morning, you cross the Little Caucasus, passing herding villages with their typical wooden houses and alpine meadows overlooking the Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park. Descending, you reach the spa town of Abastumani, where a lunch break by the river awaits with freshly prepared trout. In the evening, you arrive in Kutaisi, once the capital of ancient Colchis. Optionally, you can visit the UNESCO monastery of Gelati. Distance: 140 km.

Row of enduro riders raising their arms on a mountainside with misty peaks behind
To Mestia in Svaneti

To Mestia in Svaneti

The most scenic day takes you to the heart of the Caucasus to Svanetiya. Before that, you visit the famous Prometheus Caves with their stalactites and stalagmites. Then it's up into the high mountains to the remote region of Svanetiya in northwestern Georgia. The picturesque small town of Mestia is a must for any motorcycle enthusiast and has remained down-to-earth. Along the way, you will see original villages where time seems to stand still. For more than half of the day, you will ride off-road through the landscapes of Svanetiya. Distance: 180 km.

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Elevated view of a mountain village with stone Svan towers in a green valley
Mestia to Ushguli and back

Mestia to Ushguli and back

Today, Ushguli is the goal, the highest permanently inhabited village in Europe at about 2,200 m. Here stand the famous defensive towers of Ushguli, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The altitude grants you a breathtaking view of steep slopes and snow-capped peaks of the Caucasus. In the late afternoon, you return to Mestia and admire once again the Shkara, at 5,200 m the highest mountain in Georgia. Distance: 100 km.

Enduro riders with their motorcycles by wooden houses in a misty mountain village
Back from Svaneti to Kutaisi

Back from Svaneti to Kutaisi

Your enduro trip through West Georgia is coming to an end. On the ride downhill, you enjoy the last views of the mountain landscape of Svaneti. After a few hours in the saddle, you reach Kutaisi, the final destination of the tour. Distance: 180 km.

Group of enduro riders gathered on a paved road near a small town
Return flight

Return flight

In conclusion, the transfer will take you to the airport. With the impressions of the Black Sea coast, the Goderdzi Pass, and the watchtowers of Svaneti in your luggage, your enduro journey through Western Georgia comes to an end.

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What riders say about Motorcycle-trips in Georgia

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Christian B.

The Enduro tour through West Georgia offers a well-organized route that combines cultural highlights with challenging moto enduro sections. Especially noteworth...

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Die Enduro-Tour durch Westgeorgien bietet eine gut organisierte Strecke, die sowohl kulturelle Highlights als auch anspruchsvolle moto enduro-Abschnitte vereint. Besonders hervorzuheben ist die Routenführung zum Goderdzi-Pass und zur Festung Rabat, wo die Tagesetappen klar strukturiert und mit ausreichenden Pausen in historischen Ortschaften versehen sind. Die Gruppengröße von maximal 10 Personen sorgt für eine persönliche Betreuung, die den Fortschritt der Tour optimal unterstützt.

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Lars S.

The enduro motorcycle tour through Western Georgia offers an interesting group dynamic, fostered by the maximum group size of 10 people. The team and guide supp...

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Die Enduro Motorrad-Tour durch Westgeorgien bietet eine interessante Gruppendynamik, die durch die maximale Gruppengröße von 10 Personen gefördert wird. Die Team- und Guide-Betreuung war durchdacht, insbesondere bei den anspruchsvollen Passagen wie dem Goderdzi-Pass. Der Schwierigkeitsgrad ist für Fortgeschrittene geeignet, und die Fahrer können ihr Tempo weitestgehend selbst bestimmen, was zu einem harmonischen Fluss in der Gruppe führte. Nach der Tour hat sich meine Erwartung, was Gruppenerfahrungen im Moto Enduro-Bereich angeht, klar bestätigt.

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Tobias K.

The enduro motorcycle tour through Western Georgia places high demands on the riders due to the advanced level of difficulty. The challenging routes over the Go...

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Die Enduro Motorrad-Tour durch Westgeorgien stellt aufgrund des fortgeschrittenen Schwierigkeitsgrads hohe Anforderungen an die Fahrer. Die anspruchsvollen Strecken über den Goderdzi-Pass und durch die Schluchten führten oft zu körperlicher Erschöpfung. Die Kombination aus Fahrten in bergigem Terrain und langen Tagesetappen machte die Belastung spürbar.

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PRICE

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€ 1,790 / person

Price Options

per motorcycle rider in rental motorcycle/in double room € 1,790

Additional Options

Supplement for single room € 330

Trip includes

  • 6 overnight stays in double room with breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Rental motorcycle KTM EXC450
  • German-speaking tour guide with motorcycle
  • Airport transfers
  • Luggage transport
  • Mechanic/Spare parts service
  • Replacement motorcycle
  • Support vehicle with driver
  • Travel security certificate (insolvency protection according to BGB §651r) is mandatory for all OVERCROSS trips.

Service

Deposit: 500 € deductible for possible damage to the motorcycle. It is paid in cash on-site at the start of the tour and refunded after the return without damage.

FAQS

  • Which motorcycle am I riding?
    You are riding a KTM EXC 450/350 or a PAMIR 450. The complete enduro equipment can be rented on-site for a fee.
  • How difficult is the tour?
    The tour is about Level 2 on a scale of 5 and is suitable for riders of all experience levels. The guide provides riding technique tips if needed and adjusts the route to the group.
  • How much do I ride per day?
    The daily stages are between about 60 and 185 km, totaling around 800 km with an off-road share of about 70 %.
  • How do I get to the start?
    Arrival is at Kutaissi Airport. From there, a transfer will take you to Batumi in about an hour, where the tour begins. Please bring your passport, as permits are required for some forest sections near the border.
  • How many participants are needed for the tour to take place?
    The tour takes place from 4 participants. If the minimum number of participants is not reached, the trip can be canceled up to 40 days before departure.
  • Is a deposit required?
    Yes. A deposit of 500 € in cash is required at the start of the tour as a deductible for possible damages to the motorcycle and will be refunded after damage-free return.
OVERCROSS note on itinerary
The above travel description is a non-binding online proposal and does not represent a binding travel itinerary. We expressly reserve the right to make changes to the route, schedule, and accommodations (§ 651d BGB in conjunction with Art. 250 EGBGB). The terms and conditions of OVERCROSS apply.
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