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Powderproject 4.9 out of 5 based on 17 reviews
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Snowcat in Bakhmaro, Georgia
Snowcat in Bakhmaro, Georgia
Tree skiing at Bakhmaro. As good as Japan? (Photo Dirk Wagener).
Tree skiing at Bakhmaro. As good as Japan? (Photo Dirk Wagener).
Cat Skiing Bakhmaro terrain in the Lesser Caucasus (Photo C. Frey).
Cat Skiing Bakhmaro terrain in the Lesser Caucasus (Photo C. Frey).
Great powder skiing in the trees at Bahkmaro (Photo Florian Birnkammer).
Great powder skiing in the trees at Bahkmaro (Photo Florian Birnkammer).
Bakhmaro village, completely deserted! (Photo Florian Birnkammer)
Bakhmaro village, completely deserted! (Photo Florian Birnkammer)
Cat skiing & boarding powder at Adjara & Bakhmaro.
Cat skiing & boarding powder at Adjara & Bakhmaro.
The snow at Bakhmaro is ever reliable and deep! (© whitehearts.de)
The snow at Bakhmaro is ever reliable and deep! (© whitehearts.de)
Glorious tree lines at Bakhmaro. (Photo - Walter Schmid)
Glorious tree lines at Bakhmaro. (Photo - Walter Schmid)
Bakhmaro accommodation is now in the refurbished Pioneers Lodge
Bakhmaro accommodation is now in the refurbished Pioneers Lodge
Modern comfortable snowcats at Bakhmaro & Adjara have to put up with alot of snow!
Modern comfortable snowcats at Bakhmaro & Adjara have to put up with alot of snow!
Bakhmaro cat skiing terrain is diverse and super fun.
Bakhmaro cat skiing terrain is diverse and super fun.
Face shots are part of the Bakhmaro experiece. (Photo Florian Birnkammer)
Face shots are part of the Bakhmaro experiece. (Photo Florian Birnkammer)
The mountain hut at Adjara is a comfortable lodge for experienced snow riders
The mountain hut at Adjara is a comfortable lodge for experienced snow riders
Cat skiing powder at Adjara
Cat skiing powder at Adjara
Bakhmaro is another world in winter, come explore it. (Photo Dirk Wagener)
Bakhmaro is another world in winter, come explore it. (Photo Dirk Wagener)
The view from the mountain hut at Adjara says it all ......
The view from the mountain hut at Adjara says it all ......
BBQ picnic at Bahkmaro.
BBQ picnic at Bahkmaro.
Powder at Bahmaro (© whitehearts.de).
Powder at Bahmaro (© whitehearts.de).
Adjara provides a glorious alpine cat ski experience
Adjara provides a glorious alpine cat ski experience
Cat skiing Bakhmaro (Photo - Patrick Ribis)
Cat skiing Bakhmaro (Photo - Patrick Ribis)

Powderproject

Overall Rating

Powderproject 4.9/517
Powderproject 4.9 out of 5 based on 17 reviews
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Cat Skiing in Bakhmaro & Adjara Georgia

A well-established cat ski operation in the Lesser Caucasus mountains at Bakhmaro & Adjara in Georgia, Powderproject delivers an exceptional powder skiing experience for more adventurous skiers & snowboarders. All inclusive from the moment you land at the Kutaisi airport in Georgia, cat-skiing at Bakhmaro & Adjara is now rated amongst Europe's finest.

For detail on where Bakhmaro & Adjara are located and how best to get there, see the Location tab.

Bakhmaro

Having run its first season in 2016/17, it quickly came to terms with its superb terrain, establishing a multitude of fantastic routes with up to 800m skiable vertical from a top elevation of 2,755m. Most runs are below the high summits though, having between 300 to 500m vertical per run. The terrain includes tree skiing of a Japanese quality! Depending on the group, around 10 runs are completed per day (3,000 to 5,000m vertical/day).

The once rustic lodgings utilised when the operation started at Bakhmaro are now a thing of the past. Newly built hotel-style accommodations with comfortable twin & triple rooms (plus a few doubles), each with ensuite bathrooms and balconies are now available in 'The Pioneers' lodge. A large dining/lounge area plus a sauna makes for a positively palatial setting compared to the original lodgings. 'Budget' bunk rooms with shared facilities are still available in the original buildings at a reduced rate. Despite its remote location, the sensational local food & drink has only gotten better over time and forms a major part of the whole experience.

Multiple snowcats run at Bakhmaro and places can fill very quickly during peak periods. See more information & booking here.

There are usually dates for Women Only cat-ski tours, providing exclusive use of a snowcat to all female ski groups. Exclusive use of the sauna is also arranged. For more information & booking click here.

In early December and early to mid-March the focus in Bakhmaro is snowcat assisted ski touring & splitboarding. Two tour dates are offered in both December and March. For more information and booking click here.

Adjara

From season 2019/20 a more remote cat ski operation was established in Adjara. Access is via Bakhmaro & guests are limited to 12. Accommodation is in a 'ski-out', rustic (but gorgeous) alpine hut located at 2,400m elevation. The hut has been improved markedly over successive seasons, and is now perhaps beyond 'rustic' and into the realms of cosy & comfortable. Expert skiers & snowboarders with previous backcountry experience should check it out here.

In early December and early to mid-March the focus in Adjara is snowcat assisted ski touring & splitboarding. Two tour dates are offered in both December and March. For more information and booking click here.

Project X

A new project is being established for season 22/23. Called Project X it promises epic new terrain, never skied by humans. Come along and name your own run!. See more info on Project X.

Check out the great video of Bakhmaro from whitehearts.de by selecting the video link in the top photo board.

For more information on all the catski tours offered by Powderproject, select from the tour listings below.

Where is Cat Skiing in Bakhmaro & Adjara Located?

Cat Skiing in Bakhmaro & Adjara is located in the Lesser Caucasus mountains of south-west Georgia. Georgia is on the eastern shore of the Black Sea and is bordered by Russia to the north, Turkey and Armenia to the south. The Caucasus have some of the highest snowfalls in Europe. Bakhmaro is at 2,050m elevation only 90km by road south of the Kutaisi (KUT) airport, which in turn is about 24km from Georgia's second largest city, Kutaisi. The Adjara mountain hut is located 45minutes (by snowcat) further into the alpine zone from Bakhmaro at an elevation of 2,400m. Despite its relatively close proximity to Kutaisi, the journey to Bakhmaro in winter takes over 3½hr.

Airports & Transfers

There are two gateway airports for Cat Skiing at Bahkmaro & Adjara. From Kutaisi International Airport (KUT) (a.k.a. the grandiose named 'David the Builder Kutaisi International Airport') Bakhmaro is a 2hr drive & 1½hr snowcat journey away in winter. Flights to Kutaisi are possible from Milan Malpensa, London - Luton, Berlin, Memmingen - Munich West, Basel & several others. Flights from each origin are generally every 2 or 3 days. Note that since covid, flight origins and schedules have changed markedly.

Tbilisi Airport (TBS) is over 200km further to the east, but is serviced by more flights from a wider range of origins, although included transfers for Bakhmaro are only for guests landing at Kutaisi. Transfers from Tbilisi to Bakhmaro can be arranged by the tour operator, but cost around €180 one way, with the payment required in cash to the driver.

To search for a great deal on a flight to Kutaisi or Tbilisi, use our recommended flight search engines.

Snow & Terrain - Bakhmaro & Adjara

Snow

The Bakhmaro area is in a high snowfall region of the Lesser Caucasus due to its proximity to the Black Sea.

Snowfall is abundant in early winter & decreases through January with more sunny days as the season progresses.

Powderproject Cat Skiing Bakhmaro Georgia
 Powderproject Cat Skiing Bakhmaro Georgia
 Powderproject Cat Skiing Bakhmaro Georgia

Terrain

Cat Skiing in the mountains around Bakhmaro ranges in elevation from 1,800m to 2,755m. Above 2,100m, the mountains are tree-free. The mountain hut at Adjara sits at 2,400m altitude on a ridge in the alpine zone. Skiing is possible from the door!

The summits able to reached are 2,500 & 2,755m. However, the higher elevations are often wind-blown. Most of the skiing is between 1,800 to 2,300m. The individual runs are between 300 & 500m vertical in altitude.

'Japan-like' quality tree skiing runs on well pitched slopes are abundant between 1800m & 2100m elevation.

Depending on the area, the length of the run & the condition of the participants, most groups achieve about 10 runs per day.

Powderproject Bakhmaro Cat Skiing

31/01/2022

Gregor Bencina

Powder Puppy
Powder Puppy

Gregor Bencina

Powder Puppy
Powder Puppy
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    Skier
  • Rider Age
    36-50
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    Expert
  • Country
    Slovenia
  • Admin Rating
    3

Powderproject Bakhmaro Cat Skiing

31/01/2022
In few words...one of the best powder trips ever.
The overall organisation of powderproject team and their soul - Ingo is amazing!
We had an amazing week of skiing Japanese like snow and terrain of your dreams here....the feeling is as you would get yourself into "all you can eat" powder restaurant with Michelin quality dishes. We skied our guts out each day from dawn till dusk on uncrowded remote Bakhmaro terrains that are accessible only to guests of Ingo and his team. The vision that they have is something am sure will develop this location much further and to an exclusive level not matched in many places on the globe.
The Pioneers lodge offers amazing housing experience, the food there is amazing and the team heartily breaths with the place. We'll come back for more with 100% certainty! See our video here

Bakhmaro-Gomismta

Andrew Buchan
23/08/2020
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    Skier
  • Rider Age
    36-50
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    Advanced
  • Country
    Scotland
  • Admin Rating
    2

Bakhmaro-Gomismta

Andrew Buchan
23/08/2020
Great skiing. Loved the cha cha. Amazing hospitality. The toasts were the best part of the evening. Thank you. See our video here

Magical place in the Lower Caucasus

Kristina & Peter
16/02/2020
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    Skier
  • Rider Age
    18-35
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    Advanced
  • Country
    Austria
  • Admin Rating
    4

Magical place in the Lower Caucasus

Kristina & Peter
16/02/2020
Back again! Second Trip with Ingo and his team in Georgia. After great experience in Bakhmaro last year, we took the chance to do the first week in the new base in Adjara. And once again - we are stocked about his project.

At our arraving we were warmly welcomed by the team and it felt like we had never left Georgia. First night we stayed in Bakhmaro, where we got introduced to the secrets of backgammon. The next day we went to Adjara by Snowcat. The hut on the top of the alpine village is really cosy with great view around the whole area. Surrounded by a great team you can enjoy the whole week with tasty high quality georgian food. Also this year we celebrated New Years Eve in Georgia - an unique experience with fantastic georgian food, chacha, dancing and celebrating the begining of 2020.

We were the first guests at new lodge - so we explored new terrain and we had a lot of First first lines - now more words needed ;) Adjara offers you a wide alpine area with a lot of opportunities to ski.

During the whole trip you can see that Ingo has put his heart and soul into this project and is passionate about it. And that's exactly what makes Powderproject.ch so unique.

We can highly reccomend a trip to Adjara for everyone wanting an authentic experience in an amazing country and location surrounded by an amazing Team! Thanks to powderproject.ch for this incredable week!! See our video here

Amazing Adjara

28/01/2020

Rory

Powder Puppy
Powder Puppy

Rory

Powder Puppy
Powder Puppy
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    Skier
  • Rider Age
    36-50
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    Expert
  • Country
    United Arab Emirates
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    5

Amazing Adjara

28/01/2020
What a place, what an experience... our group of 9 skiers has just returned from a perfect week in Adjara. We flew from a mix of locations, meeting up in Kutaisi and then on to Bakhmaro where we met the magnificent Ingo and his team of Cat drivers.

It's an amazing setup- excellent terrain, with limitless options. Our first few bluebird days were a bit stressful as Ingo scouted for snow after several days of strong winds- we found it, but were lusting after his legendary Bakhmaro powder. For the second half of the week, we were buried in the stuff and played in the trees around this colossal area. Our final day was one for the memory banks- skiing steep forest in more than a metre of fresh, light, fluffy powder. I can't stop thinking about it...

And the rest of it? Well, don't believe Ingo when he tells you the accomodation is basic:. He and his team have worked miracles in transforming an old shepherd's hut and it feels warm, comfortable and pristine. The place is toasty with wood-burners strategically placed and plenty of room to hang and dry ski kit; plenty of hot running water (although the pressure is a little dribbly...I have to find some sort of negative!) and the sauna will apparently be ready in the next week or so.

The food is superb and classically Georgian- lots of kachapuri (bread stuffed with cheese), soups and great vegetable plates. You will absolutely not go hungry.

Ingo is awesome- he seems unflustered by anything and it is genuinely heroic what he has built and manages. He is an open book, talking clearly about his terrain choices and sharing views on snow safety, options and helping the group dynamic by voicing his ideas and opinions. What he has done in Bakhmaro/Adjari is astonishing.

In recent years we have skied in Kashmir, Kyrgyzstan, Japan, heli in Georgia (Gudauri), France, Italy and on and on. This is one of the best ski experiences I have been on. See our video here

What an Adventure!

Scott
26/01/2020
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    Skier
  • Rider Age
    36-50
  • Rider Ability
    Strong Intermediate
  • Country
    United Arab Emirates
  • Admin Rating
    3

What an Adventure!

Scott
26/01/2020
We have just returned from an exceptional week in Powder Project's lodge in the high Alpine above Bakhmaro. Ingo Schlutius and his team were simply fantastic. It was clear that safety was at the forefront of Ingo's mind at all times but he consistently put us on the powder. On arrival, the mountains looked very windblown and scarred but this team clearly know the area very well and are able to sniff out the good lines on the powder. Every day seemed to get better and better: from amazing tree lines, to open runs from the peak; on our last day we skied chest deep powder and were reluctant to leave. The Georgian hospitality was fantastic with great food and good times. I can't recommend this trip highly enough. It really was an epic adventure and great fun.
Thanks to all at Powderproject.ch and I hope to ski with you again. Scotty See our video here

Bakhmaro January 2020

Ben
16/01/2020
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  • Rider Type
    Mixed Group
  • Rider Age
    36-50
  • Rider Ability
    Advanced
  • Country
    UK
  • Admin Rating
    4

Bakhmaro January 2020

Ben
16/01/2020
What a fantastic place! Powderproject Bakhmaro is a professionally run extremely hospitable operation. From start to finish everything is dealt with in a smooth and efficient manner.

Transfers are well organised especially given the terrain between Kutaisi and the town of Bakhmaro. Once you arrive at the lodge you are looked after by the amazing lodge staff who produce unbelievable amounts of high-quality local food and drink to keep you sustained during your visit.

The guides and cat drivers are of the highest quality and the cats themselves are of very high quality.

The terrain offers a great mixture of high alpine, coastal pine forest and gladed birch trees which is unique to any other area I had been in before. Therefore over the course of a week, there is plenty of variety to keep you entertained. There is certainly plenty of snow as well, even early season, despite a few days with no new snow the scale of the ski area ensures there are always new pockets to open up and explore fresh lines.

Overall Powderproject offers an amazing experience at a very reasonable price. I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a ski/snowboard adventure into this beautiful part of Georgia. See our video here

Just Amazing

Ali
13/01/2020
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    Skier
  • Rider Age
    36-50
  • Rider Ability
    Advanced
  • Country
    Scotland
  • Admin Rating
    3

Just Amazing

Ali
13/01/2020
What the team have built in Bakhmaro is exceptional. Yes the rooms are a little noisy and the power went of a couple of times (immediately fixed) but that's all just part of the experience. Georgia was a total surprise, we were aware the snow could be amazing and the terrain was going to be great but meeting the people and eating the food was an absolute delight!

Its quite far from Scotland but I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys great skiing and is looking for an adventure.

The quality of the guiding by Bernd and his team is second to none. Perfect balance of safety and fun. Ingo and his team have pulled off the remarkable and I can't wait to see it grow (no too much!) over the next few years.

We will be back no questions See our video here

AN AWSOME WEEK IN BAKHMARO (JANUARY 2020)

Pili Royo
08/01/2020
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    Skier
  • Rider Age
    36-50
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    Expert
  • Country
    Spain
  • Admin Rating
    4

AN AWSOME WEEK IN BAKHMARO (JANUARY 2020)

Pili Royo
08/01/2020
We’ve spent an awesome week in Bakhmaro. The atmosphere has been so warm… People from Georgia in the hut were so nice, the cook Bacho very kind and the food was excellent… Barbara was lovely, our guide Berndt… so nice. And our free-rider colleagues were… super nice. The different views from different hills in Backmaro… were unbelievable. We could see the Black Sea, Turkey, Russia, High Caucasus… And free-ride in open spaces or in the forest… amazinggggg. The last day we were skiing with Ingo and we didn’t repeat any line… all mountain for us… always looking for new lines until we got exhausted. Snow cat drivers were very good. An unforgettable week. So… thanks to all Ingo Team for this lovely week and… SEE YOU NEXT SEASON!!!
Jordi&Pili See our video here

Amazing and unique experience

Shabba
21/08/2019
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    Snowboarder
  • Rider Age
    36-50
  • Rider Ability
    Advanced
  • Country
    Belgium
  • Admin Rating
    4

Amazing and unique experience

Shabba
21/08/2019
Visited mid Feb 2019. Felt like an adventure. Picked up from Kutaisi airport- transport by minibus until couldn't drive any further. Quick shimmy into skiwear and transfer to a waiting snowmobile. Another hour or so uphill via abandoned villages - not so many local people own tracked vehicles. Distant yellow light came into view, got larger, only occupied house in an otherwise empty village. Open the door, into the warmth with laughter, eating and drinking, accordion and singing. Mainly German and Austrian customers, some Brits - maybe around 30 guests in total. All male. friendly Georgian crew looking after us and operating the equipment. New Zealand and German guides.

We were virtually the only people in the mountain range and there was a LOT of powder, refilled daily. Lots of trees, pillows and jumps everywhere (some massive). Sometimes skiied along roads and through back gardens. Mixture of boarders and skiers. Most would be advanced or expert. Nice views out to the black sea and to mount Elbrus.

Powerful Cats with good drivers properly trained in Austria. Ingo and his guys scouted the area, widened the forest tracks and basically created an enormous private playground.

Rode hard every day, on the last day we did over 5700 metres of vertical. Downsides - accommodation basic and walls thin so bring earplugs/noise cancelling headphones. Traditional food hearty rather than gourmet. Quid pro pro of having the mountain to yourself is there are no bars or restaurants in the evenings - so you make your own entertainment. Kutaisi is definitely worth a couple of days - plenty to see, good restaurants and SO cheap.

Contender for my best winter trip so far and I'm looking to return in 2020. See our video here

Awesome Cat-ski Trip

Kristina & Peter
29/06/2019
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    Skier
  • Rider Age
    18-35
  • Rider Ability
    Advanced
  • Country
    Austria
  • Admin Rating
    3

Awesome Cat-ski Trip

Kristina & Peter
29/06/2019
We were in Bakhmaro in December 2018 and had an amazing week with a lot of powder days. Tree runs, open bowls, pillow lines, skiing between through the houses of Bakhmaro - so many different possibilities to ski! But it was not only skiing and the fresh powder what made our week so amazing - Ingo and his team made this week unforgetable. Especially New Years Eve was an unique experience with fantastic georgian food, chacha, dancing and celebrating the begining of 2019.

We can highly reccomend a trip to Bakhmaro for everyone wanting an authentic experience in an amazing country and location surrounded by an amazing Team! See our video here

Nice freeride at Bakhmaro with a perfect team

Mélanie Renaud
19/06/2019
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    Snowboarder
  • Rider Age
    36-50
  • Rider Ability
    Advanced
  • Country
    Switzerland
  • Admin Rating
    5

Nice freeride at Bakhmaro with a perfect team

Mélanie Renaud
19/06/2019
We were at Bakhmaro the last week of December 2018. We were looking for a place where there is already snow at this time. We were very happy with our snowboarding trip, the forecast was good, deep snow.

The guide is very professional and super nice. The lodge team (Georgian staff) is really cool, the lodge is comfortable and we eat really well.

My boyfriend broke his bindings the second day. The staff repair temporarily his bindings and order a new bindings in a shop in town and deliver it the next day morning. When we know the place (Bakhmaro is lost in the mountain), we can say that Georgians are incredible!

Everything was perfect, this experience is unforgettable!
We hope to come back soon See our video here

Catski Paradise Bakhmaro

Lutz Weigel
18/06/2019
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    Skier
  • Rider Age
    18-35
  • Rider Ability
    Expert
  • Country
    Germany
  • Admin Rating
    4

Catski Paradise Bakhmaro

Lutz Weigel
18/06/2019
Last February I went to Bakhmaro with big expectations ... and they definitely were exceeded!
"Japanese" treeskiing, pillows, wide area - the weather doesn't matter because there are so many possibilities. Our catdriver Tengo and our guide Bernd Wingert know the area like they had never done anything else before.
We had awesome snow conditions, lots of fresh powder but also sunny days with views to the greater caucasus and the black sea.
The very hospitable and caring team makes sure that you feel welcome and you're having everything you need.
Delicious traditional Georgian food, a simple but comfortable lodge and the Georgian culture create a special atmosphere where you can spend a good time with skiing powder, eating, relaxing and making new experiences.
Last but not least a perfect organisation by Ingo Schlutius and his team: Once you have arrived at the airport there is nothing to worry about anymore because the transfer (by minibus and cat) and your stay in Bakhmaro are arranged very well.
It was an incredible week with many great memories and I'm looking forward to come back next season! See our video here

Magic Bakhmaro

Michiel
17/06/2019
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  • Rider Type
    Snowboarder
  • Rider Age
    18-35
  • Rider Ability
    Expert
  • Country
    Georgia
  • Admin Rating
    4

Magic Bakhmaro

Michiel
17/06/2019
We were quite sure that Bakhmaro would be a gem but would lie if I would not commit that there also were some doubts about the venture.
After one week with Ingo and his team it was clear that al doubts were unjustified!

This is not only because we had great skiing conditions for the largest part of the trip or because everything has been perfectly organized. It is much more the case because of the obvious love and passion with which Ingo and his team run their business in Bakhmaro. The hospitality has been overwhelming and the food always amazing. Bakhmaro is one of these view magic places on earth and it is clear why powderproject.ch choose it as his new winter home and base.

We would like to thank the entire team for the great experience!

We will be back!
Some pictures from our week in Bakhmaro. See our video here

Cat Skiing Bakhmaro

Alexey Tovchigrechko
15/06/2019
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    Skier
  • Rider Age
    36-50
  • Rider Ability
    Expert
  • Country
    Germany
  • Admin Rating
    5

Cat Skiing Bakhmaro

Alexey Tovchigrechko
15/06/2019
I decided to visit Bakhmaro in March of 2019 when I saw lots of snow in the forecast for the coming week. Skiing powder the whole week is great no matter the place, but in Bakhmaro it was an exceptional experience.

There was a lot of stuff to explore: tree skiing and open bowls, alpine terrain above the tree line, steep pillow lines but also mellow forests allowing us to manage the avalanche risk when snow came in abundance. All that accompanied by absolutely stunning landscapes with views reaching to the Black Sea and Greater Caucasus mountains with Elbrus and co.

Georgian people are famous for their generosity and hospitality not without reason. The local teams gave their very best so every guest enjoyed the stay. The Georgian cuisine is also great and we had a chance to experience different dishes (of course with wine and chacha) every day.

The trip was very professionally organized: transfers from and to Kutaisi, the daily routine, well-kept snowcats and snowmobiles, etc. Experienced snowcat drivers knew the place like the back of their hands. Guides were reliable, knowledgeable and passionate about skiing.

Looking forward to coming back. See our video here

Catski Bakhmaro

Sylvia Bauer
15/06/2019
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  • Rider Type
    Skier
  • Rider Age
    51-65
  • Rider Ability
    Advanced
  • Country
    Germany
  • Admin Rating
    3

Catski Bakhmaro

Sylvia Bauer
15/06/2019
Nothing else as Freeride at it's best.
Cat Skiing in Bakhmaro/Georgia.
Awesome place in the Small Caucasus.
Awesome people .
At the top:
Ingo Schlutius and our Guide Bernd Wingert.
All the Georgian people which were doing all their best, as driver of our cats, as housekeeper in the lodge, everywhere.
The terrain on side was so incredibly diverse.
There is no bad weather or bad snow.
Every day, in the morning, our Guide Bernd , Ingo and the crew decided the right location for us for skiing.
Safety was a top priority despite riding pleasure.
Every day, the whole week, we had first tracks….between trees or beautiful landscape on top the mountains.
With a view of the Black Sea and the Great Caucasus.
Powder all the way above our knees.
It was unbelievable.
Our lodge together with the housekeepers is so charming.
Very good dining.
We all together field like a big family.
I'll come back, for sure! See our video here

Georgian Mountain Ski Adventure of a Lifetime

Kathy Bashfield
14/06/2019
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  • Rider Type
    Skier
  • Rider Age
    51-65
  • Rider Ability
    Advanced
  • Country
    Australia
  • Admin Rating
    3

Georgian Mountain Ski Adventure of a Lifetime

Kathy Bashfield
14/06/2019
My week of Cat Skiing in Bakhmaro was nothing less than a dream come true. From the day of travel to get to Bakhmaro, Georgia, which included a plane, mini-bus and snow cat, the adventure had already begun and lots of new friendships were already forming. The lodge accommodation was awesome with a huge lounge/dining area to fit the 3 groups of 10 people and there was also a fabulous sauna and relaxation room, with dressing robes included. The food and hospitality from the wonderful staff was absolutely 'World Class'. So much delicious food, drinking, entertainment and dancing, all in true Georgian style. We even had a gorgeous litter of puppies to play with. But, like my friends, I came for the skiing and it didn't disappoint. Ingo, the founder, and his team of guides and cat drivers have spent the past 4 years scouting out the best lines in the beautiful Lesser Caucus Mountains. They know the terrain meticulously and gave us everything you could wish for. Powder runs in the trees, steep descents from the mountain tops, long wide open fields, adventures with walk-outs along creek trails. There was jumping off powder pillows (not by me), plenty of drone footage opportunities and lunch out in the mountains to maximise the ski time. It was such a smorgasbord of different experiences, terrain and snow conditions, and all the time the guides and cat drivers kept our safety as the top priority. For any skier or snowboarder wanting an authentic experience in an amazing country and location, Cat Ski Georgia will not disappoint! I will definitely be returning and I can't wait to see my Georgian friends again.  See our video here

Cat Skiing Bakhmaro

Jose Maria De Albert
12/06/2019
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    Skier
  • Rider Age
    18-35
  • Rider Ability
    Expert
  • Country
    España
  • Admin Rating
    1

Cat Skiing Bakhmaro

Jose Maria De Albert
12/06/2019
Amazing place, amazing people and amazing experience. Different to all my free ride trips, it was wild ski and a nice experience to disconnect for one week in the middle of the Georgian mountains and just ski. See our video here
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Price p/p From price based on 7 nights in a budget twin share room in low season.
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USD 2,235
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GUIDED CAT SKIING
8 Days | 7 Nights | 6 Days Cat Skiing

Location: Europe | Tour Focus: Guided | Terrain Focus: Backcountry
Ability: Advanced to Expert
Price p/p From price based on 7 nights in a budget twin share room in low season.
Base/invoice currency is in Euro ex taxes.
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USD 2,235
The ultimate European cat-skiing experience at Bakhmaro in Georgia. Includes airport transfers, 7 nights accommodation in the traditional village of Bakhmaro, all meals plus 6 days of cat skiing in the snowiest part of the Caucasus .... More
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Inclusions
  • CAT SKIING: 6 days of guided cat skiing
  • ACCOMMODATION: 7 nights in 'The Pioneers' Lodge or local house
  • MEALS: Full board (all meals) at Bakhmaro
  • TRANSFERS: All ground transport & transfers between Kutaisi airport & Bakhmaro
  • SMALL GROUP: 8 to 10 riders per snowcat (Pioneers), 10 to 12 per snowcat (Base)
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Add-ons
  • SKI RENTAL: Freeride skis & poles €200 per week (subject to availability)
  • SINGLE ROOM: Supplement - €250 per week (subject to availability)
  • SAFETY EQT: Avalanche safety gear (ABS pack, beacon, probe, shovel) - €100 per week (subject to availability)
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Fixed Date(s): Dec 03 - Dec 10, 2022
Days: 8
Price: USD 2,235
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Fixed Date(s): Dec 10 - Dec 17, 2022
Days: 8
Price: USD 2,235
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Fixed Date(s): Dec 24 - Dec 31, 2022
Days: 8
Price: USD 2,235
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Fixed Date(s): Dec 31 - Jan 07, 2023
Days: 8
Price: USD 2,430
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Fixed Date(s): Jan 07 - Jan 14, 2023
Days: 8
Price: USD 2,235
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Fixed Date(s): Jan 07 - Jan 14, 2023
Days: 8
Price: USD 2,430
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Fixed Date(s): Jan 14 - Jan 21, 2023
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Fixed Date(s): Jan 14 - Jan 21, 2023
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Fixed Date(s): Jan 21 - Jan 28, 2023
Days: 8
Price: USD 2,430
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Fixed Date(s): Jan 21 - Jan 28, 2023
Days: 8
Price: USD 2,721
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Fixed Date(s): Jan 28 - Feb 04, 2023
Days: 8
Price: USD 2,430
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Fixed Date(s): Jan 28 - Feb 04, 2023
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Price: USD 2,721
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Fixed Date(s): Feb 04 - Feb 11, 2023
Days: 8
Price: USD 2,430
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Fixed Date(s): Feb 04 - Feb 11, 2023
Days: 8
Price: USD 2,721
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Fixed Date(s): Feb 11 - Feb 18, 2023
Days: 8
Price: USD 2,430
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Fixed Date(s): Feb 11 - Feb 18, 2023
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Price: USD 2,721
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Fixed Date(s): Feb 18 - Feb 25, 2023
Days: 8
Price: USD 2,430
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Fixed Date(s): Feb 18 - Feb 25, 2023
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Price: USD 2,721
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Fixed Date(s): Feb 25 - Mar 04, 2023
Days: 8
Price: USD 2,235
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Fixed Date(s): Mar 04 - Mar 11, 2023
Days: 8
Price: USD 2,235
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Fixed Date(s): Mar 11 - Mar 18, 2023
Days: 8
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Custom Booking Period: Dec 03 - Mar 25, 2023
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