The history and origins of Lake Devi, along with the legends attached to it, are covered in the blog article on Lake Devi. This card provides practical information for those who've already decided to visit: the lake sits at the foot of the southern slope of the Racha Range, at 1370 metres elevation, in Sachkhere Municipality.
Devi, among the expedition routes of northern Imereti with an equipment checklist and logistics, is featured in the guide to the high-mountain lakes of Imereti. It's one of the three hardest-to-reach lakes in the region, alongside Gurgumela and Gulouri, making the trip here a proper mountain expedition rather than an easy day hike.
The mountainous terrain and significant elevation call for careful route planning: a 4x4 is advisable, allow extra time for changing weather, and check road conditions before setting out, especially in the shoulder seasons. Summer and early autumn remain the most reliable times to visit.
