When does the ski season open in Georgia?
The season by resort and the best months.
Short answer
The 2026/27 season officially opens on 20 December 2026 at all four MTA resorts: Gudauri, Bakuriani, Goderdzi and Mestia. Skiing usually runs from December to April, and January and February are the best months. Gudauri holds a season opening event on 20 December from 15:00.
Why
- In Gudauri the season runs from late December to late April, with January and February as the prime months.
- In Bakuriani and Goderdzi it runs from December to April.
- For Tetnuldi no operating months are named, and January and February are called ideal.
Details
The 2026/27 dates were announced by the lift operator M.T.A. (Mountain Trails Agency) on 28 October 2026. For the season Gudauri is getting two new T-bar lifts, a 200 m moving carpet, two new slopes and snowmaking on the Soliko and Kikilo slopes.
The end of the season in Bakuriani is given as either April or late March. Heli-skiing in Gudauri depends on snowfall: with enough snow it starts in the second half of January and runs until late spring.
For locations see Where is Gudauri, and when is the season and Where is Bakuriani, and what is there to see; for winter roads see Do you need winter tyres or snow chains in Georgia.
Tip
Plan the trip for January or February and check lift operation with the resort operator before you leave.
What may differ
Dates depend on snow and on the resort, and opening and closing shift from year to year.
Common misconception
The ski season is the same at every Georgian resort.
What actually happens
The periods differ: late December to late April for Gudauri, December to April for Bakuriani and Goderdzi, and for Tetnuldi check the months with the operator.
People also ask
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Sources
Season dates, lift operation and snow conditions change, so check them with the resort operator before you travel.
Ski resorts in GeorgiaRelated questions
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How much Borjomi can you drink a day, and can you drink it every day?
Borjomi is rich in sodium and bicarbonates, so drink it in moderation rather than by the litre instead of ordinary water.
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What is the Multicard at Georgian ski resorts, and how do you use it?
The Multicard is a physical reusable card from operator MTA that carries your ski pass and works at lift gates, and it can be topped up for any season.
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Which ski areas are covered by the Bakuriani ski pass?
A ski pass in Bakuriani gives access to all lifts and slopes in three ski areas run by the operator MTA: Didveli, Kokhta and Mitarbi.
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Where can you park for free in Gudauri?
Gudauri has free outdoor parking by several lifts and hotels, and the biggest area, with 500 spaces, is near Hotel Carpe Diem.