A six-day high-altitude trek across the Greater Caucasus, crossing Atsunta Pass (≈3,400 m) and linking the stone villages of Tusheti and Khevsureti. Expect remote camps, medieval towers, steep ascents and rapidly changing weather.
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A cold wind threads through tall grass as you step out of Omalo at dawn, the ridges of the Greater Caucasus pushing the sky higher. For six days you move between stone villages and open alpine meadows, following shepherd trails where the only other tracks are those of grazing horses. The Atsunta Pass—crowning the route near 3,400 m—dominates the middle of the trip, a final knife-edge that opens into Khevsureti’s stony gorges.
Difficulty
challenging
Duration
6 days
Fitness Level
High aerobic fitness with experience on multi-day hikes and sustained ascents; comfortable carrying a daypack for 6–8 hours daily.
Wildlife
History
Tusheti and Khevsureti villages developed as defensive mountain settlements between medieval clans; many stone towers and fortified houses date to that era.
Conservation
This route passes fragile alpine meadows and small-slope watersheds—stick to established campsites, pack out waste and respect grazing rotations to limit impact.
Reserve your spot on the Trekking Tour from Tusheti to Khevsureti via Atsunta Pass today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Prepare for altitude gain
Ascend gradually, sleep low when possible, and monitor symptoms of AMS—the highest pass reaches ~3,400 m.
Footwear and traction
Use stiff-soled hiking boots and bring crampons or microspikes in shoulder seasons when snow and ice remain on the pass.
Pack-light, use horses
Limit personal luggage to the allowed bag; horses carry heavier gear but you’ll still need a comfortable daypack for essentials.
Weather windows matter
Start days early to avoid afternoon storms and allow buffer time for high-pass crossings—guides may alter the schedule for safety.
Sturdy waterproof hiking boots
Support and traction on rocky trails, scree and wet river crossings.
Layered insulation system (base, mid, shell)
Rapid weather changes at elevation require breathable layers and a waterproof shell.
4-season sleeping bag (comfort to ~-5°C)
Cold nights at high camps demand a warm, compact sleeping bag.
Water filter or purification tablets
Reliable water treatment is crucial when refilling from streams and springs in the backcountry.