Gudauri Ski Resort

Gudauri, located on the south-facing slopes of the Greater Caucasus in Georgia, is the country’s largest and most modern ski area.

  • Base elevation: 1,990–2,200 m

  • Top elevation: 3,276 m

  • Vertical drop: ~1,280 m

  • Skiable terrain: 80+ km of marked pistes and unlimited freeride zones

  • Runs: about 20–25 (green, blue, red, black)

  • Longest run: up to 7 km

  • Lifts: 14–18 (including modern gondolas and high-speed chairlifts)

Gudauri is famous for its vast off-piste terrain directly accessible from the lifts, offering one of the best lift-assisted freeride experiences in the Caucasus. The high alpine zones above 3,000 m give easy access to powder fields, couloirs and big mountain lines. Beyond the resort, countless ski-touring routes extend into untouched valleys, making Gudauri a top choice for backcountry enthusiasts.