Trek the Caucasus Mountains in Georgia

After an amazing first trip with MBA trekking in the Atlas Mountains, we were a little worried that our second trip, to Georgia, might not live up to it. We needn't have worried. It was brilliant in every way.

Georgia is a beautiful, exciting, and incredibly welcoming country. Our guides, Levani and Sandro, made the experience seamless. Everything ran smoothly and was thoughtfully adapted to meet the varying needs of the group.

What makes MBA trips special for us is their use of local guides. It gives you a real sense of contributing to the local economy, while also gaining insider knowledge and stories you wouldn’t hear otherwise. It was heartwarming to see how warmly Sandro and Levani were welcomed in the villages and guesthouses we visited.

As for the trek itself, the scenery was nothing short of breathtaking. Photos simply can’t do it justice. I was amazed by the biodiversity - meadows full of wildflowers and butterflies, dreamy glacier pools perfect for a dip, and friendly cows and horses wandering freely. Every moment felt like a postcard.

The group was also fantastic, fun, sociable, and full of interesting conversations.

I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this trip. It was an unforgettable adventure.

Valleys full of flowers, rising Svan Towers, the snow capped high Caucus mountains and very hospitable people - Svaneti valley is beautiful and is still untouched by mass tourism. Add to that an amazing group of 12 hikers and our guides Levani and Sandro with a great sense of humour who kept us entertained through out the trip, took great care to make each of us comfortable and filled us with a lot of information about the culture, history and the surrounding mountains. I have returned with a great smile and memories of a life time. The only flaw with the whole trip is that it has set the bar really high. This was my first trip with MBA and it definitely wont be last. 5 stars dont really do justice to this adventure.

I loved this trip in the beautiful Svaneti region. Our guides Levani and Sandro looked after us brilliantly with their expert knowledge and adapting well to the different needs of the group. They seemed to know everyone we met, and explained so much about this fascinating country as well as the details of the walks. We were very well fed and the group gelled quickly. It was a lot of fun!

Everything about this trip Was perfect - the Georgian landscape was beautiful, the food was delicious, the accommodation was far far better than expected and the two guides Levan and Sandro taught us everything we need to know about Georgia whilst also bringing the fun and high energy. I would highly recommend this trip for anyone looking for a great multi day walk.

This was my first trip with MBA (I do have plenty of experience with other European companies). Everything on the trip, from airport pick-up to departure, went according to schedule. The local guides were excellent and we learned a lot about the history and culture of this amazing country. The local people in general are very kind and friendly. The food (and wine) is fantastic, so be prepared to gain some weight. :) Also stay away from the "tarragon lemonade" for which I developed a slight addiction to during the trek. Georgia is an interesting and beautiful country which I can highly recommend to visit. June was a perfect month to visit the mountain regions (yes, we were lucky with the weather). I would love to revisit the country in the future.

The Caucus Mountains are absolutely beautiful and it was lovely to explore them with a nice group of people - expect to see waterfalls, glaciers, and wild untouched mountains. The organisation was very smooth and the hosts at the guesthouses made us great (very filling!) imeretian & svan food. A big thank you to Levan and Sandro for a great trip.

The Caucasus were magical but what was more remarkable was the heart of the Georgian people - warm, loving, and endlessly thoughtful, they made our short stay in their beautiful country so memorable.

Levani and Nata were great hosts with so much to share about Georgian culture and life. And they took great care of the whole group despite our setbacks with the weather and not-so-friendly dogs.

My only wish was that we’d have more time in the mountains rather than in transit. But I hear that the new itinerary for 2025 will address that.

This was my third MBA trip and it didn’t disappoint.

Beautiful country, an excellent group of fun people, fantastic scenery on the hikes, unique places to stay, all the Georgian food you could ask for.

I think the trip will be improved next year with slightly less driving and an extra day of walking. The hikes were challenging but definitely do-able with a decent level of fitness.

If you’re keen to go off the beaten track and don’t mind roughing it a little bit, this is a trip for you.

This was my first trip to Georgia and first time booking with MBA and it was easy and stress-free the whole time. The communication with the company and with our guides was excellent from booking to the end of the trip. Our guides Levani and Nata were friendly, kind and taught us lots about Georgian culture. The hikes were challenging but with amazing scenery that made it worthwhile. The guesthouses are comfortable and rustic, the food is amazing, even the weather couldn't ruin the trip. Though autumn is a little cold, I'm glad I got to see the beautiful colours in the Caucasus mountains.

Beautiful scenery Great hike

Fabulous experience ! Our guides were so helpful and friendly . The areas we hiked were spectacular !

It was my first time on a week-long hiking trip, and it did not disappoint! The Svaneti region is absolutely beautiful; and our guides Nata and Sandro were brilliant - passionate about their country, amazing attention to detail, and took great care of us. The food was also fab (there is a lot of it!), and accommodation though basic, completely fit for purpose, clean and comfortable. This was such a unique experience - highly recommend this amazing trip, even if you have not done much hiking before.

What an awesome trip! The hikes were a great cardio workout each day, but with ample opportunity for breaks when needed, no pressure to go at anything but one’s own pace, and we were always rewarded with spectacular views! I can’t say enough about our guides Nugo and Levan: they were a great duo with complementary personalities, and shared so much about the country they love! A running joke after each meal was, “Uh great food, but we really didn’t get enough to satisfy our appetites!” (note the sarcasm 🤣). Our group got along and mixed very well even with the split of cohorts by age and UK vs US. I can’t recommend this trip enough!

I had the most amazing time exploring Georgia on this trip. Our guides were so enthusiastic about helping us learn about this incredible country whilst also being kind and supportive throughout. The guesthouses in the villages were comfortable and in stunning settings. The food was amazing too with an excellent variety of local cuisine each night. Thoroughly recommend this adventure to a beautiful spot.

An exceptional trip that met all the promises of the rave reviews. Levan and Nugo were the Yin and Yang of brilliant guides: Levan, the pocket dynamo and weaver of tales full of passion for his country and its history. Nugo, the more silent one but with a deeply compassionate soul and such patience with those of us who lagged behind. The spectacular scenery and amazing food and welcoming guesthouse hosts who were so accommodating of our strange collection of foreigners all made this, my first MBA ‘adventure’, so great.

My partner and I enjoyed a thoroughly wonderful and breath-taking trip around Georgia with a group of 9 other travellers, one of which we had been on a trip with previously by complete coincidence! Much Better Adventures must be doing something right!

The itinerary was improved upon following previous trips' feedback which shows the attention to detail MBA put into their trips and the stunning landscapes and varying hikes were perfectly balanced in challenge and reward. The guides were passionate and knowledgeable about their country and it's past and the food (especially in the evenings) was excellent.

I would highly recommend this trip to anyone thinking of exploring Eastern Europe / central Asia as it combines beautiful scenery with interesting history and great food all while being really well structured and lead by some real experts.

The trip exceeded my expectations. The Svaneti region is offers stunning landscapes, from glaciers, to staggering mountains and meadows. We even hiked through rivers (with horses) and had a blast each day. The trip was exceptionally well organized and run. Our guides Sandro and Levan were fantastic: knowledgeable, empathetic and fun. They shared with us a lot about the rich history and costumes of the region and made is want to learn more. The guesthouses were welcoming, charming, with delicious and overwhelming amounts of delicious local food (think khacchapuri). Our group also got along greatly, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommend this trip!

Highly recommend this trip. The whole experience was fantastic. The scenery was stunning, offering a nice variety of hikes in different terrains and interesting villages. Georgia is truly stunning! The guides, Levan and Sandro, were fantastic - kind, caring, considerate, and brilliant fun. This has been a truly memorable adventure. 

Please note that some of the accommodations are very basic, with shared bathrooms even if you've upgraded to a private room. 

This trip should be on every hiker's bucket list.

Just got back from this trip and I cannot recommend it enough ! The guides Levani & Sandro delivered in every way and went to the utmost limit to ensure we all had a good time. The scenery is absolutely out of this world and never failed to disappoint. If you are thinking of booking this trip - just do it !!

Positives: amazing guides Levan and Sandro took such good care of us and were very knowledgeable and excellent company, differing abilities within the group were catered for with those wanting to go ahead able to do so, more food that you could ever possibly eat for breakfast lunch and dinner every day, beautiful scenery and landscape with a chance to get close to glaciers and see some amazing views of the tallest mountains in the region

Negatives: although each day’s hike was great, they were not sequenced in a way that made much sense, with the route being dotted all over the place and broken up by driving from guesthouses to the start of the walk on some days, although I understand this was not how it was first designed and is changing next year, the trip also only had four actual days of hiking in it which I think could be increased if some of the travel days were changed or organised differently

Overall it was a great experience in a beautiful country with fantastic guides and a great group of fellow travellers!

This was undoubtedly one of the best trips I’ve ever experienced. Everyone in my group was incredible and supportive - I most definitely made some friends for life! Our guides, Levani and Neugo, were kind and knowledgeable. They made us feel right at home. The food was also amazing! As the only vegetarian on the trip, I couldn’t believe the amount of options I had for every meal which is unheard of for other places I’ve traveled! The hikes and nature blew me away, I miss it already! I would definitely recommend this trip to anyone wanting to go somewhere different.

An absolutely fantastic holiday, I cannot reccomend this trip more. Our guides Levani and Nugzar took fantastic care of our group throughout the week as they drove us to stunning mountain trails and beautiful sights across the Svaneti reigon. Travelling with the guides and the group allowed us to experience fantastic parts of Georgian culture that were a highlight of my trip alongside the brilliant atmosphere that the group had. It's not goodbye it's see you later Georgia.

Georgia is a lovely place with interesting history, rich culture, generous people, and amazing food (and tasty local wine!) The Svaneti region is so beautiful and a great destination for hiking. Our accommodation was charming and we were spoiled with tons of food every day. I was lucky to get a diverse yet wondeful group of people to share this experience with. Big big thank you to our guides, Levani and Nugo, who were not just helpful and flexible, but also empathetic and fun to be around! See you soon again Georgia!! :)

The Svaneti region is outstanding - the scenery is so beautiful!

The local guides, Levani and Nugzar, were amazing, always making sure that we were happy, had everything we needed, while enjoying beautiful hikes and time well spent in Georgia!

The group was excellent and we all had an amazing time. Would definitely come back to Georgia!

This trip takes you right into the heart of Svaneti, one of the most beautiful regions of the world. The nature is amazing, our group was fantastic, and our guides were outstanding - always being helpful, responsible, and very eager to answer questions and tell us everything about Georgia. The organisation of the trip was flawless, and the Georgian food is out of this world. Please note that some of the accommodation is quite basic (shared bathrooms even if you've upgraded to a private room). Fitnesswise you'll get most out of this trip if you're in general good shape - but it's not technically challenging, and the guides were always there to help. This trip should be on every hiker's bucket list.

I was blown away that the reality is exactly like in the promo pictures. This has been a truly memorable adventure and we were impressed by the hospitality of Georgian people.

June is an incredible time to visit Georgia given the intense green color of the fields, beautiful pack of wild flowers and the white glaciers. Apparently October is also a good time given the yellow and orange colors of the fall.

Special thanks to our guides, Levan and Sandro that showed us the beauty of Georgia. Also, the food has been incredible (and a lot of it!) - with good options for vegetarians as well.

Amazing country, amazing guides!

Amazing trip!! Local guides were very knowledgable, funny, and made sure all of our requests were taken seriously. They made the experience great. Would HIGHLY recommend to anyone wanting to explore the mountainous regions of Georgia or just want some adventure.

Without question, one of the most spectacular hiking destinations imaginable. You will explore some impossibly dramatic scenery, and discover a culturally unique corner of the world. Georgia was everything I hoped for.

The difficulty rating of moderate is, obviously, subjective, but probably about right for the average hiker. Terrain varied between grassy slopes, forest, and rocky ascents, with opportunities to stop and bathe in refreshing waterfalls and pools (very welcome in hot August sun).

The guides Levan and Nugo were a fantastic double act, professional, hardworking, and entertaining. Be warned, the local hospitality will press so much food on you, that if you're ever able to clear more than a third of the table you will be doing better than we did!

Fantastic trip around beautiful Georgia. The scenery, trekking were beautiful and the people were really welcoming. Very helpful guides where nothing was too much for them to do for us as a group. I would highly recommend this trip