Mount Sherkhota rises to 3,701 metres above sea level in Kazbegi Municipality, Mtskheta-Mtianeti, among the natural attractions of the region. The mountain is clearly visible from Gudauri, where many travellers start their route.
Most people climb Sherkhota as part of a hike to Lake Kelitsadi, which sits right next to the mountain, making it easy to combine both the lake and the summit in one trip. The climb from the lake to the top takes about two hours. No technical mountaineering gear is required, making the peak accessible to hikers without specialised training, but the slope is covered in red volcanic scree, which demands stamina and careful footing on the way up. The descent over the same scree, by contrast, goes noticeably faster.
According to reviews, a comfortable trip calls for trekking boots, warm clothing, a waterproof jacket, trekking poles and plenty of water: there are no water sources or shops along the route. Many recommend setting off before dawn to catch sunrise on the approach or at the summit itself, when the views over the surrounding ranges are at their best.














