Juta
Kazbegi

Juta: to the foot of Mount Chaukhi

Legendary mountain views, a crystal-clear lake, and a waterfall at the foot of Chaukhi. The perfect route for anyone dreaming of feeling the power of the Caucasus!

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Hike requestJuta
1 dayduration
14 kmdistance
↑↓680 mgain / loss
difficulty · medium

What you will see

Legendary mountain landscapes, a clear lake and a waterfall at the foot of Chaukhi. An ideal route for those who dream of feeling the power of the Caucasus

River valley and Mount Chaukhi

River valley and Mount Chaukhi

After a steep climb at the beginning of the route, we have a pleasant walk through the valley with a gentle climb. We will walk along the river overlooking the majestic Mount Chaukhi and stop at the Fifth Season camp restaurant

Juty waterfall

Juty waterfall

A small but picturesque waterfall on the way to the lake among the mountainous landscape

Glacial lake Juta

Glacial lake Juta

The purest lake high in the mountains. On the way to it we will overcome a couple of small fords. An ideal place for a long break, a picnic and relaxation by the water

Day itinerary

  1. 07:30 – 11:00Departure from Tbilisi (metro station 300 Aragviytsev). The road to the bridge in the Juta gorge along the Georgian Military Road
  2. 11:00 – 11:50Hiking along the gorge from the bridge to the village of Juta (about 3 km)
  3. 11:50 – 12:40Ascent from Juta to the Fifth Season Hotel
  4. 12:40 – 13:10Holidays at Fifth Season. Observation deck, photo, tea or coffee
  5. 13:10 – 14:40Fifth Season – waterfall – Lake Juta. Comfortable flat trail through the valley with a slight rise at the end
  6. 14:40 – 15:40Picnic on Lake Juta
  7. 15:40 – 17:00Return descent from the lake to the car
  8. 17:40 – 21:00Return road to Tbilisi, taking into account evening traffic
Lunch is included

Two onigiri from 808 on the trail

After the hike, take a break and enjoy lunch with a mountain view. Every guest gets two onigiri with different fillings, plus hot tea and coffee

Fish, meat and vegan options are available

  • Shrimp
  • Chicken teriyaki
  • Tuna
  • Mushrooms
  • Kimchi
  • Tofu and daikon
  • Crab sticks
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How to pay

A booking requires full 100% payment

Pay in US dollars or euros to a Georgian TBC card

Pay in Russian rubles to a Raif card

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What is included

  • Guide support throughout the route
  • Round-trip transfer from Tbilisi
  • Full lunch, tea and coffee

What to bring

Prepare comfortable clothes and footwear for the weather. The full list is available in our checklist

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