Destination
Machakhela National Park
A forested gorge on the Turkish border, with arched stone bridges and the Chkhutuneti waterfall.
How to get to Machakhela National Park
By car, Machakhela National Park is about 6 h 25 min from Tbilisi (392 km). The closest airport is Batumi International Airport, about 55 min away by car (32 km). With a driver it is door to door at a fixed price, with stops on the way if you add them. See drivers & prices
From Tbilisi
6 h 25 min
392 km
From the nearest airport
55 min
Batumi International Airport · 32 km
Which car to take
- Comfort
- Minivan
- Minibus
- SUV / 4x4
- Premium
Paved, but long and steep. Take something you will not regret after four hours.
When it is worth it
- Spring
- Summer
- Autumn
How long to give it
One day
Not counting the drive out and back.
Main sights
- Chkhutuneti waterfall
- Arched stone bridges
What people come to see. Ask your driver to stop at any of them.
What for
- Nature
What to eat here
- Adjarian khachapuri
- Borano
- Sinori
The wine: Chkhaveri again, and the small home cellars of the Keda gorge.
The cooking of Adjara. Ask your driver where people actually eat.
Questions about Machakhela National Park
- How far is Machakhela National Park from Tbilisi?
- About 6 h 25 min by car, 392 km.
- Which airport is closest to Machakhela National Park?
- Batumi International Airport, about 55 min away by car (32 km).
- Do I need a 4x4 to get to Machakhela National Park?
- Not as a rule. The road is paved but long and steep, so comfort matters more than four-wheel drive.
- When is the best time to visit Machakhela National Park?
- Spring, summer, and autumn.
- How many days should I give Machakhela National Park?
- One day. Not counting the drive out and back.
