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Where is Ice Lake?

A high-mountain lake under ice in Svaneti.

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Short answer

Ice Lake is in the Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti region in the Mestia area, near the village of Nakra next to the Chube Khevi area, at 3,200 metres above sea level. It is 150 metres long and 50 metres wide, with a total area of about 5,300 square metres, and most of it is frozen. Icy peaks of the Greater Caucasus stand alongside it.

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Why

  1. The lake lies very high, at 3,200 metres, so most of it is under ice.
  2. It stands out among the sights of the area.
  3. Go with an experienced guide.

Details

The route: follow the Tsalgmili peak to the east from the Nakra area. It is best to visit in summer, and an experienced guide is needed. Check distances, trail difficulty and travel times in advance. For general information about the region, see Where is Svaneti and What to see in Svaneti, and for getting to Mestia, Kutaisi to Mestia.

Tip

Go in summer and only with an experienced guide.

What may differ

Check schedules, prices and transport before you go: access and visiting conditions are best confirmed locally or with guides. Road conditions and season can change the picture.

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This answer is for reference only; visiting conditions and roads change, so check official websites.

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