Martvili, Okatse and Prometheus cave: a day without a tour
Easiest: a car door to door: from $120 (per car, not per person)
Martvili canyon, Okatse canyon and Prometheus cave lie 15–45 km from Kutaisi in different directions — together about 150 km of driving and 7–8 hours with the visits. Marshrutkas go to the nearby towns, not to the visitor centres, so one day by public transport usually covers only one site. Visitor sites are run by the Agency of Protected Areas, which publishes opening days and ticket prices — some sites close one day a week, so check before you go. Our car from Kutaisi with the driver waiting is $120 per sedan; from Batumi it is $230. Checked 27 October 2026. Checked by the RideGE team on .
- From Kutaisi15–45 km to each site
- Day length7–8 h
- Ticketson site / apa.gov.ge
- Car from Kutaisifrom $120
Can I see Martvili, Okatse and Prometheus in one day?
Yes by car: start early with Okatse (the longest walk), then Martvili, and end at Prometheus. By public transport one site a day is realistic.
Are the canyons and the cave open every day?
Opening days and hours are set by the Agency of Protected Areas and change by season; some sites close one day a week. Check apa.gov.ge before your date — we adapt the order of stops.
How far is each site from Kutaisi?
| Site | From Kutaisi | Time on site |
|---|---|---|
| Prometheus cave | ≈20 km | 1–1.5 h |
| Martvili canyon | ≈45 km | 1–1.5 h |
| Okatse canyon | ≈45 km | 2–3 h (long walkway) |
Can I do it from Batumi?
Yes, but it is a long day: about 2.5 hours each way to the Kutaisi area. Our Batumi day is $230 per sedan.
Can I combine it with Svaneti?
Yes — Martvili is on the way from Kutaisi towards Zugdidi and Mestia; ask for a transfer with stops.
Is it worth going in winter?
Prometheus cave is underground and keeps a steady temperature; canyon boat rides depend on season and water level.
How much does a private car cost?
Per car, the driver waits. Entry tickets, boat ride and transfers inside the parks are paid on site.
| Route | Sedan | Minivan | SUV 4x4 | Sprinter | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prometheus cave & Martvili canyon from Kutaisi | $120 | $160 | $180 | $240 | $290 |
| Martvili canyon & Prometheus cave from Batumi | $230 | $300 | $350 | $460 | $560 |
| Kutaisi airport → Kutaisi | $30 | $40 | $45 | $60 | $75 |
| Kutaisi → Mestia | $310 | $360 | $410 | $555 | $660 |
Pay 50% online to confirm, the rest in cash to the driver — or 100% online. Trips under $100 are paid in full online. Full refund if cancelled 24 h+ before pickup (multi-day: 7+ days).
Questions
How much is the Martvili and Prometheus day from Kutaisi?
$120 for a sedan, $160 for a minivan — per car.
Are entry tickets included?
No, tickets are paid on site.
Which day are the sites closed?
It changes by site and season — check apa.gov.ge before you go.
How long is the day?
About 7–8 hours from Kutaisi.
Can we start from Kutaisi airport?
Yes, ask for a quote; arrivals pickup with a name sign.
Is a guide available?
A licensed guide is +$130 per day.
Sources and checks
Status and rules change. Before you travel, check the official source; we re-check these pages before each update.
You may also need
- Mestia and Ushguli (Svaneti) by car: roads, time and prices
- Kutaisi airport (KUT) at night: city, Tbilisi or Batumi?
- Batumi airport (BUS) at night: how to get to your hotel
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