Chakvi: what kind of resort is it and where is it?
Georgia's tea-growing corner by the sea.
Short answer
Chakvi is a seaside climate resort in Ajara about 15 km from Batumi, on the Chakvistskali River and the Black Sea coast, among mountains, forests and tea plantations. It has clean sea and sandy beaches. Mtirala National Park lies nearby.
Why
- This corner of Ajara is the tea-growing capital of Georgia, with the first tea plantation built here in 1885.
- The climate is subtropical and marine, and pine and eucalyptus forests grow nearby.
- Mtirala, together with neighbouring protected areas, forms the UNESCO site Colchic Rainforests and Wetlands.
Details
Around Chakvi you can hike, cycle and ride horses, and there is a zipline and a Ropeway Park for families. The park's visitor centre is in Chakvistavi, with a picnic area with a mountain spring nearby. The Tsablnari Waterfall, about 28 m high, is roughly 400 m from the picnic area.
By car from Batumi it takes about 35 minutes. Other coastal resorts: Kvariati and Kobuleti.
Tip
Combine the beach with Mtirala National Park: there are trails and the Tsablnari Waterfall nearby.
What may differ
Travel time and the operation of attractions depend on the season and weather, so check before you go.
Common misconception
Chakvi is only worth a visit for the beach.
What actually happens
Mtirala National Park begins nearby with trails, a waterfall and a picnic area, and the area is known for its tea plantations.
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