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Khalde → Chkhunderi Pass
From Khalde village to Chkhunderi Pass and a 360° viewpoint over the Bezengi Wall, the Adishi Icefall and Svaneti's main peaks.
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From Khalde village (2,050 m) we climb with a guide to Chkhunderi Pass (2,750 m) and a 360° viewpoint at 2,830 m.
From here you see the Bezengi (Khalde) Wall, the Adishi Icefall, the Khaldeschala valley and Svaneti's main peaks — Tetnuldi, Ushba, Laila, Shkhara and Gistola. Back the same way: about 15.5 km and around 990 m of gain in total.
Highlights
- ✓ The Bezengi (Khalde) Wall
- ✓ A 360° viewpoint at 2,830 m
- ✓ Ushba, Shkhara, Tetnuldi, Laila and Gistola from one spot
Itinerary
- 09:00Depart Mestia
4x4 transfer to Khalde village.
- on arrivalKhalde villageAltitude: 2,050 m
Start of the guided hike.
- trekChkhunderi PassAltitude: 2,750 m
Climb to the pass.
- trek360° viewpointAltitude: 2,830 m
Views of the Bezengi (Khalde) Wall, the Adishi Icefall, the Khaldeschala valley and Svaneti's main peaks — Tetnuldi, Ushba, Laila, Shkhara, Gistola.
- backBack to Khalde
The same way back. About 15.5 km and around 8 hours on the trail in total.
- ≈ 20:00Return to Mestia
Transfer back to Mestia.
What's included
- ✓ 4x4 transfer from Mestia to Khalde 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
“Zhenya, huge thanks for yesterday's hike in Khalde and up to Chkhunderi Pass ❤️ Incredible mountain beauty, the gorge, all the colors of autumn and already winter 😊 Comfortable, warm-hearted, beautiful ❤️ And we caught the most beautiful sunset on the Khalde wall too.”
FAQ
How hard is it?+
Moderate but long: about 15.5 km, almost 1,000 m of gain and around 8 hours on the trail. You need good fitness.
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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Ready for Khalde → Chkhunderi Pass?
Send your dates — we confirm availability with the driver and reply with a realistic plan, including current road and weather conditions.