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Koruldi → Guli Lake → Guli Pass (loop)
A big mountain day: from the road above the Koruldi Lakes up the ridge to 3,400 m, to Guli Lake and down over Guli Pass.
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Our longest hike around Koruldi. We start from the road above the Koruldi Lakes (3,050 m), climb to the cross and summits on the ridge — up to 3,400 m — walk to Guli Lake (3,200 m) and descend over Guli Pass (2,900 m) to about 2,500 m, below the Koruldi Lakes.
About 13 km, roughly 700 m up and 1,400 m down — a full, demanding mountain day.
Highlights
- ✓ The ridge above Koruldi up to 3,400 m
- ✓ High mountain Guli Lake
- ✓ A loop — no retracing your steps
Itinerary
- 09:00Depart Mestia
Drive up past the Koruldi Lakes by 4x4.
- on arrivalTrailheadAltitude: 3,050 m
Start of the guided hike, from the road above the Koruldi Lakes.
- trekThe ridge: cross and summitsAltitude: up to 3,400 m
Climb to the cross and the summits on the ridge.
- trekGuli LakeAltitude: 3,200 m
A high mountain lake on the route.
- trekGuli PassAltitude: 2,900 m
Then a long descent below the Koruldi Lakes, to about 2,500 m.
- ≈ 20:00Return to Mestia
From the finish, by car to Mestia.
What's included
- ✓ 4x4 transfer (Mitsubishi Delica) from Mestia to the start and back from the finish
- ✓ Guide on the trail
Not included
- ✗ Water and snacks
- ✗ Trekking pole rental — 10 GEL per day
What to bring
- High hiking boots with a firm sole
- Water and snacks
- Windproof jacket and a warm layer
- Sunscreen and sunglasses
- A hat
FAQ
Who is this route for?+
Experienced hikers only: about 13 km, 8 hours on the trail and 1,400 m of descent. You need long mountain days behind you and high hiking boots.
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 Koruldi → Guli Lake → Guli Pass (loop)?
Send your dates — we confirm availability with the driver and reply with a realistic plan, including current road and weather conditions.