Holidays in the cities of Georgia. The city of Stepantsminda. How much does a holiday in Gudauri cost? Rental, accommodation, meals and additional entertainment.
Many people do not want to go to a ski resort, fearing the high cost of the trip. The blog "MadLoba" will tell you how much a vacation in Gudauri really costs: the cost of equipment rental, hotel accommodation, ski lift. Learn about the infrastructure of the village, location and features
All about holidays in Gudauri⬇️
Gudauri is located at an altitude of 2196 meters above sea level. This is one of the most popular and promoted ski resorts in Georgia. The resort is only 120 km from Tbilisi.
The convenient location, mild climate and hospitality of local residents attract tourists.
The influx of tourists begins in December and ends after March 10. The second half of March and April are low season, when there are fewer guests and prices are lower.
Ski trails
In Gudauri 22 tracks, varying in complexity and length. Their total length is 75 km .
Green trails are for children and those who are just learning to ski.
Blue – for beginners and those who do not like sudden changes in height. A 7.5 km long descent is located in the same zone .
The red ones are suitable for those who like turns, height differences. The adrenaline rush is guaranteed here.
Black trails are the most difficult, for skiers with experience. They start at an altitude of more than 3000 m (the upper lift station on Sadzele Mountain is 3268 m).
Equipment rental
Ski equipment rentals are available at each hotel and near the ski lifts. The average cost of the kit is about 700 rubles. per day, or 500 rubles. per day, if you take the equipment for a week.
You can rent not the whole set, but only one thing. For example, ski rental will cost about 10 lari per day (≈ 240 rubles).
Experienced skiers have their own equipment. It's safer and more convenient this way.
The cost of lifts, ski pass
One lift costs 7-10 GEL (≈169-240 rub.).
Children under 6 years old use the lifts for free. Discounts are given to children from 6 to 16 years: GEL 116-145 for 7 days (≈ 2790-3490 rubles). And for adults, the same 7 days is 174-232 lari (≈ 4185-5580 rubles).
Medical insurance
Before going to a ski resort, it is advisable to take out medical insurance. This can be done both at home and in Georgia. The cost varies slightly (about 1000 rubles per week).
Housing
The choice of accommodation in Gudauri is quite diverse – from hostels to five-star hotels. There are guest houses and Luxury apartments.
A room in a guest house or apartment can cost $ 20-30 (1500-2250 rubles), a bed in a hostel – from 500 rubles, and a single room in a four–five–star hotel - $ 100 (7500 rubles). A two-room apartment for a company of 5-7 people can be rented for 6800 rubles. per day.
It is best to book a hotel room or an apartment in advance, this will save money.
Food
In small cafes, dinner can cost from 1000 rubles. And in the restaurant at the hotel – 10000 rubles.
For those who live in an apartment or an apartment with an equipped kitchen, there is another option – to cook on their own. This will slightly reduce the cost of food.
Additional entertainment
There are in Gudauricafes, billiard rooms, casinos, Russian bath, saunas with pools, spa centers. But don't look here for night entertainment available in any major city.
If you don't have enough extreme skiing, you can master paragliding (paragliding with an instructor from the peaks of Sadzele and Kudebe).
How to get
Come to Gudauri It is possible via Vladikavkaz (80 km) or Tbilisi (120 km). The Russian-Georgian border is only 40 km away. The difficulty lies in the fact that the Georgian Military Road is closed in adverse weather conditions.
From Tbilisi airport to the city center can be reached by bus (0.5 lari = 38 rubles) or by taxi (25 lari = 605 rubles).
In Gudauri from Didube metro station there are minibuses, travel in them – 7-10 lari (170-245 rubles).
You can find a taxi or order a transfer.
So, there are several options for a holiday at a ski resort in different price categories – from budget to luxury.
It should be borne in mind that prices are higher in high season than in low season.
Enjoy your stay!
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