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Adishi → Adishi Icefall
From the mountain village of Adishi, up the valley to a viewpoint facing the huge Adishi Icefall, and back the same way.
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From the mountain village of Adishi (2,070 m) we walk with a guide up the valley to the Adishi Icefall viewpoint (2,200 m), where a huge river of ice tumbles into the valley.
Technically easy but long: about 14 km round trip with around 500 m of gain. Back the same way.
Highlights
- ✓ The Adishi Icefall — one of Svaneti's most impressive
- ✓ The old tower village of Adishi
- ✓ Long but technically easy
Itinerary
- 09:00Depart Mestia
4x4 transfer to Adishi village.
- on arrivalAdishi villageAltitude: 2,070 m
Start of the guided hike.
- trekAdishi Icefall viewpointAltitude: 2,200 m
A valley trail to the viewpoint facing the icefall.
- backBack to Adishi
The same way back. About 14 km and around 5 hours on the trail in total.
- ≈ 18:00Return to Mestia
Transfer back to Mestia.
What's included
- ✓ 4x4 transfer from Mestia to Adishi and back
- ✓ Guide on the trail
Not included
- ✗ Water and snacks
- ✗ Trekking pole rental — 10 GEL per day
What to bring
- Hiking shoes or trainers
- Water and snacks
- Windproof jacket and a warm layer
- Sunscreen and sunglasses
- A hat
What travelers say
“I love beautiful places, and Svaneti has so many. Thanks to Evgeniy and the community I've already seen lots of wonderful spots 💖 Today it was Adishi with Evgeniy and a beautiful trek to the Adishi glacier. Thank you for this beauty and the chance to travel around Svaneti comfortably with Evgeniy 💖”
FAQ
How hard is it?+
Technically easy — no steep sections, about 500 m of gain. But it's long: about 14 km round trip and around 5 hours on the trail.
Can I rent trekking poles?+
Yes — poles are recommended on this route. Rental is 10 GEL per day; tell the manager in advance.
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