Last summer I had an amazing solo weekend to the remote Tusheti region in the northeast, bordering to Dagestan (Russia). First up through the 2927m Koja pass and then down winding roads on the other side. These roads open at the end of June and close in September-October, nevertheless, a couple of handful of people live there all year round in deep isolation.
I shouted of exitement as the thick fog cleared before my eyes to disclose this breathaking view
Workers clearing the road treating me to lunch both on the way up and down
The views are absolutely breathtaking. Travelling on my own I made sure to stop and talk to people I passed on the way. Good, honest, beautiful people!
12 hours on horseback to reach his summer residence in Tusheti
Dartlo – In this small village only one man stays the winter together with his cows and chickens (!) One generation ago the population was bigger, and the Soviet regime provided schooling for the ca five kids
To get there you’ll need a 4×4 – in Telavi you can find people to take you. It’s easy to find homestays once you get there.
notes from the mountains 