Sunday, November 23, 2008

Vashlovani National Park

Vashlovani National Park. Exposure visit 22nd/23rd of November 2008

Vashlovani National Park is situated in the south eastern part of Georgia close to the border of Azerbaijan.
It is a semi-desert area with unique landscapes and a rich flora and fauna. For birdwatching, mountainbiking, walking and fishing in the Alazani River, the area is a jewel.


Recommended seasons are Spring (for birdwatching) and Autumn (perfect temperatures & colours).
Even during Winter the day temperatures can reach 20 Degrees Celsius and snowfall is very rare.

The newly constructed bungalows are comfortable and will be equipped with stoves for heating. In winter sleeping bags are recommended.


Self-Catering.


The roads to the various campsites / ranger stations are indicated, but a guide from Dedoplitskaro National Park Office is recommended, were you need to stop for the permit (free of charge). Can be combined with a visit to Eagles Canyon in Dedoplitskaro.

Distance: 3-3,5 hours from Tbilisi (approx. 200 km) if you go to Mijnis Kure Site, slightly less if to other Guesthouses/Campsites.

4x4 is necessary and in case of rain a visit is not advisable.

Prices:
Bungalow GEL 30,-/day
Guide: GEL 40,-/day

more information:
www.dpa.gov.ge
www.vashlovanipa.ge



















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Wednesday, October 29, 2008

ELKANA Jeeptour in Samtskhe Javakheti

On 11th and 12th of October, Biological Farming Association Elkana
invited to Samtskhe-Javakheti region to introduce new tour program.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 – Tbilisi – Aspindza

8:00 Departure from Tbilisi to Atskuri village
11:00 Visit Tiseli Church
12:00 Excursion to Bieti
13:00 Lunch at Elkana member family in village Klde
14:00 Departure to Uraveli Gorge through Akhaltsikhe
15:00 Visit Groma Church, Enteli and Agara Monastery Complexes
18:00 Driving in the direction of Aspindza via village Dzveli
19:00 Dinner at Nemsadze guesthouse. Presentation of Samtskhe-Javakheti Map*.

Day 2 - Aspindza – Ninotsminda – Tsalka - Tbilisi
8:00 Breakfast at the guesthouse
8:00 Departure to village Saro, Vardistsikhe and Toki
13:30 Picnic
15:00 Driving to Tsalka passing by Sagamo and Paravani lakes.
22:00 Arrival in Tbilisi

Watch tour video by Georgian Tourism Association (GTA)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ym7tXhgRYh4


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