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Explore Georgia by car
Rent a car for Bakuriani
Bakuriani is the relaxed, family-friendly ski resort in the forests above Borjomi. Drive in from Tbilisi or Kutaisi and the whole Borjomi valley is within reach.
- Drive time
- 2 h 30 min from Tbilisi Airport to Borjomi
- Best time to go
- Winter for skiing, summer for forest walks
- Road
- Mixed roads
The fleet
Cars for the drive to Bakuriani
SUVs from Tbilisi, for the climb from Borjomi and a boot full of skis.
Why go
Why drive to Bakuriani
Bakuriani sits in the pine forests of the Lesser Caucasus, a climb above the spa town of Borjomi. It has been a ski resort since Soviet times and is known for gentle slopes that suit families and beginners.
With a car you can stay in Bakuriani and still see the valley below: Borjomi's mineral springs and park, and the Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park, are a short drive down the hill.
Winter
- Gentle pistes that suit beginners and children
- Cross-country skiing in the forest
- Sledging and snow walks around the village
Summer
- Walks and picnics in the pine forest
- Borjomi's mineral water park and springs
- Hiking in Borjomi-Kharagauli National Park
Getting there
Driving to Bakuriani
The table shows the drive to Borjomi, the town at the foot of the climb. From Borjomi the road winds up through the forest to Bakuriani.
| Destination | Distance | Drive time | Road |
|---|---|---|---|
| BorjomiFrom Tbilisi Airport | 175 km | 2 h 30 min | Mixed roads |
| BorjomiFrom Kutaisi Airport | 143 km | 2 h 15 min | Mixed roads |
Drive times assume normal conditions and no stops. Mountain routes take longer in winter, and some of them close for part of the year — check the road before you set off.
Winter driving
Driving to Bakuriani in winter
The climb from Borjomi to Bakuriani is a forest road with bends, and it is snow-covered for much of the winter. The right car makes it routine.
- 01
Choose all-wheel or four-wheel drive, on winter tyres.
- 02
Check the road status before you leave Tbilisi or Kutaisi.
- 03
Take the climb from Borjomi slowly; bends hide icy patches.
- 04
Allow extra time: the winter drive is slower than the summer one.
4x4 cars on winter tyres
All-wheel or four-wheel drive, fitted with winter tyres: the cars to take up a mountain road in snow.
Photos
Bakuriani in pictures
Questions
Driving to Bakuriani: questions
How do I get to Bakuriani by car?
Drive to Borjomi, which is 175 km and about 2 h 30 min from Tbilisi Airport, or 143 km and about 2 h 15 min from Kutaisi Airport. From there, take the road up through the forest to Bakuriani.
Do I need a 4x4 for Bakuriani?
Not in summer. In winter we recommend all-wheel or four-wheel drive on winter tyres for the climb from Borjomi.
Is Bakuriani good for beginners?
Yes. It is known for gentle slopes and is a popular choice for families and first-time skiers.
Tbilisi or Kutaisi: which airport is better for Bakuriani?
Both work. Kutaisi Airport is slightly quicker to Borjomi; Tbilisi has more flights and a wider choice of cars.
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Book your car for Bakuriani
Bakuriani is an easy winter weekend from Tbilisi or Kutaisi. Choose the car, then the slopes.
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