Destination
Mtirala National Park
The wettest corner of Georgia: Colchic rainforest, waterfalls and trails half an hour from Batumi.
How to get to Mtirala National Park
By car, Mtirala National Park is about 6 h from Tbilisi (362 km). The closest airport is Batumi International Airport, about 1 h away by car (36 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
362 km
From the nearest airport
1 h
Batumi International Airport · 36 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
- Chakvistavi visitor centre and forest trails
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.
Tours that include it
Questions about Mtirala National Park
- How far is Mtirala National Park from Tbilisi?
- About 6 h by car, 362 km.
- Which airport is closest to Mtirala National Park?
- Batumi International Airport, about 1 h away by car (36 km).
- Do I need a 4x4 to get to Mtirala 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 Mtirala National Park?
- Spring, summer, and autumn.
- How many days should I give Mtirala National Park?
- One day. Not counting the drive out and back.
