Ushguli day trip from Mestia
Ushguli — a cluster of tower villages at about 2,100 m under Shkhara, Georgia's highest peak — is 45 km from Mestia. Return trip by 4x4 with time to walk to the Shkhara glacier viewpoint or Lamaria church.
- Distance90 km
- Drive time7 h
- In winter8 h
- Pricefrom $110
Ushguli day trip from Mestia: price per car
| Car | Per car return trip, driver waits | Per person if you are 2 · 3 · 4 · 6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUV 4x4 up to 4 Toyota Prado / Mitsubishi Delica, winter tyres | $110 ≈ 286 GEL | $55 | $37 | $28 | — |
paid parking and entry fees not included. Prices updated 20 October 2026.
The road
The road has been paved in recent years, but it is narrow and high; in winter and spring we only go by 4x4.
Worth stopping
- Lamaria church and the Ushguli towers.
- Optional: walk towards the Shkhara glacier.
Good to know
- Shared 4x4s leave from Mestia's centre in summer and are cheaper per seat if you are alone.
Included
- Private car and driver, fuel, parking
- Driver speaks English or Russian (tell us which)
- Meet & greet with a name sign at airports, 60 min free waiting after landing
- Free stops on the way for photos, coffee or a monastery (up to 1 h in total)
- Child seat free on request
- Free cancellation up to 24 h; pay the driver — no prepayment for transfers
Ushguli day trip from Mestia: questions
How much is a 4x4 to Ushguli from Mestia?
$110 (≈ 286 GEL) per 4x4 for up to 4 people, return with waiting.
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