Gveleti Waterfall
Gveleti Waterfall
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Maree R
Christchurch, New Zealand1,261 contributions
Sep 2022
We took a 4x4 part of the way up and then did the walk into the smaller falls which is 15mins. You will need good foot wear and be comfortable walking over uneven ground. Nice waterfall but I probably wouldnt have done the walk if I knew about the uneven surface.
Written September 9, 2022
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Dirk W
Alexandra Headland, Australia10,147 contributions
Sep 2023 • Solo
I probably am a spoiled traveler, but I find it hard to get excited by waterfalls. The word describes exactly what you'll see : water falls.
There's two waterfalls here, but it was raining cats and dogs, so after seeing #1, I decided to call it a day.
There's two waterfalls here, but it was raining cats and dogs, so after seeing #1, I decided to call it a day.
Written November 2, 2023
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Laura B
2 contributions
Jan 2023
Great little hike in the winter. We went to the small waterfall first, not realizing that there is a bigger one. On our way back down, we saw the sign for the bigger one and we were told by hikers coming down that the extra 20 minutes and 400-meter climb were worth it. Totally was!
Written January 4, 2023
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Tobias
Munich, Germany81 contributions
Jul 2022 • Friends
If you are from europe and you have already seen some waterfalls i dont recommend. Its nothing special. If you wanna go half way up with the car, you need good offroad experience and a 4x4.
Dont book a trip in total. Go to the parking lot by car or taxi and go up. Its easy…
Dont book a trip in total. Go to the parking lot by car or taxi and go up. Its easy…
Written July 21, 2022
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30-year-old in a 60 year old body!
Dallas, TX228 contributions
May 2022 • Friends
Absolutely stunning waterfall in the mountains. It’s a hike up there but it’s worth every step. You need to be pretty physically fit because some of the areas you really had to maneuver so if you’re older and have mobility problems you will not be able to do this.
Written May 18, 2022
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vincentchengys
Hong Kong, China90 contributions
Jul 2024 • Solo
A must-go destination near Kazbegi. Just some walk, but need a stable foot, after parking car, the great waterfall is right in front. If brave enough, can even get soaked and refreshed right under the waterfall. The best thing is there are two (one big and one small) waterfalls. They are not along the same route, but rather located at the ends of two different paths. But the distance is short enough. An hour or so would be enough to visit two picturesque waterfalls in a roll!
Written August 10, 2024
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Anushka1234
48 contributions
Oct 2016 • Family
We went to Gveleti even though some advised us it would be hard for our children (2.5 and 4.5 years). Directions from Kazbegi - after you turn left to Gveleti village, there is a sharp left turn right away. The road is not easy (only by 4x4) and it takes you up until you get to a "parking"area ( we parked 200 meters before it and climbed up the road, since the road was too tough for us). After you park your car there is a red arrow on a stone which shows a turn right to the big waterfall. Make sure you go to the big one! Don't miss it. It takes 20 min for grownups, for us with the kids it took half an hour or 40 minutes since we made 2 stops on our way (which made the climb much easier). The way to the waterfall is by the river, and is not so hard. When you get to the end, make sure u climb to the top. The view from there to the surrounding mountains and th canyon is just breathtaking.
The way back is also very beautiful, since you get a glance from a different position of this amazing place. After finishing the big one we went to the small one (which is on the left from the parking ) - there is nothing to compare...
The way back is also very beautiful, since you get a glance from a different position of this amazing place. After finishing the big one we went to the small one (which is on the left from the parking ) - there is nothing to compare...
Written October 7, 2016
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Essa A
Dubai, United Arab Emirates55 contributions
I have been there with my wife
It was nice experience but the weather was so cold and the snow was all over the mountain which slow down our movement
But in general it's worth to visit
It was nice experience but the weather was so cold and the snow was all over the mountain which slow down our movement
But in general it's worth to visit
Written March 18, 2015
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Marie P
Berkeley, CA50 contributions
Jun 2018 • Family
We had a little time in the morning before heading back to Tblisi and this was the perfect little hike. We just caught a taxi in town and the taxi driver knew easily where it was and also provided a lot of history - in Georgian? ( My daughter speaks Georgian )
This was an easy and short hike to a pretty waterfall. Nice little diversion.
This was an easy and short hike to a pretty waterfall. Nice little diversion.
Written July 25, 2018
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shay m
81 contributions
Jul 2018 • Couples
I have seen nicer waterfalls but the hike is not too bad and on that hot day, a fresh cold spay from the falls was just what we needed
Written July 2, 2018
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Сколько по времени идти пешком из Степанцминды?
Written June 10, 2019
Is this waterfall active for throughout the year, we are planning a trip in June first week.
Written May 8, 2019
I would imagine it would be. It is frozen in the winter months, should be flowing in the summer. Very close to Kazbegi so worth visiting anyway. There is a nice walk leading up to the waterfall.
Written May 10, 2019
Hi,
I was wondering if it is possible to walk from Stepandsmandia to Gveleti Waterfalls through Gveleti Church and comeback in 1 day? If so how many hours would it take ?
Thanks
Written July 28, 2016
Hi,
firs of all I want to tell you that, it's too far for walk and also you can't walk through the wild nature to the waterfall, you must go along the main road or near it.
Written December 14, 2016
Hi there,
Is it possible to hike to this waterfall from the car with a toddler in rucksac carrier or is the path too rough and steep?
Many thanks
Written June 18, 2016
I think you can try. The way is not so far. I think the distance is less than 1.5 km from the car parking directly to the waterfall. better if someone will be with you to help you if you need. The view along the way to the waterfall, and the waterfall are so beautiful!!!
Written June 19, 2016
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