Full-Day Private Safari to Vashlovani National Park
Duration
10 Hours
People
1-4
Min Age
3+
Pickup
Dedoplistskaro
Overview
Looking at the stunning landscapes of Vashlovani National Park is a great experience whether you travel by your own or not. But having a local, experienced guide can open extra dimensions of the park – as it offers way more, than just the landscapes! Using our insider knowledge and 20 years of experience, we make your trip not only picturesque but also interesting! With us you will no longer miss: Enormous vultures, motionless reptiles, elegant gazelles, grass-covered antique ruins, prehistoric fossils – all these are experts of camouflage.
If you have a passion for photography, keep your camera ready—few places on earth offer the raw, cinematic scale of Vashlovani. Birdwatchers will find themselves in a true sanctuary; the Dedoplistskaro region is internationally recognized as an Important Bird Area (IBA). Whether your interest lies in spotting endemic plants, rare reptiles, or elusive mammals, we ensure you don’t miss a thing. From the silent footprints of prehistoric history to the ruins of millennium-old towns, this landscape is a living museum for anyone who loves nature and its deep-rooted heritage.
Our safari adventure balances the thrill of off-road driving with frequent scenic stops and light hikes, ensuring you get up close to the park’s hidden gems. We pride ourselves on flexibility; we can adapt the route to match your specific interests or the unique rhythm of the seasons. Whether we are chasing the best golden-hour light for a photo or adjusting for seasonal wildlife migrations, we tailor the journey to ensure you see Vashlovani at its absolute best.
Vashlovani Tour Highlights
- Discover stunning landscapes of Vashlovani and its unique biodiversity!
- Meet gazelles in their natural habitat and learn about their return to Georgia!
- Experience rough road driving and chance to take unforgettable photos back home.
- Enjoy breathtaking viewpoints and vibrant sunset vista in the National Park.
Cost Includes / Excludes
- English Speaking Nature Guide
- Transportation with 4x4 car
- Entry Fee and Preparation of permit
- Spotting scope and binoculars
- Drinking water / Coffee
- Lunch-box (available as an optional add-on)
- Alcoholic drinks and personal snacks
Tour Plan
The trip starts from Dedoplistskaro. Soon after leaving the town, road goes between agricultural fields which serve as favored hunting grounds for various birds of prey. Here you meet Kestrels, Harriers, Buzzards, Eagles... And if you’re well prepared, you might even capture stunning photographs from the comfort of your car
Still in the middle of nowhere, you will visit an abandoned Soviet military airfield. Hangars, a runway, and even an old, ruined plane can be seen here.
Stop at the Vashlovani Rangers’ Station — enjoy the view over the arid light forest, the core of the National Park.
Next comes a short stop at Leopard Viewpoint. From here you’ll enter Pantishara Gorge, where you take a little journey into the geological past of the area.
And it’s lunchtime! Grab your lunch box and enjoy locally-made food and warm coffee right in the middle of the wilderness.
Continue driving along a dry riverbed through the canyon. Rugged cliffs are favorite perching spots for vultures — with a spotter, you can even make impressive videos using your phone.
We'll try to spot them and observe from a distance while learning about their remarkable return to Georgia.
After passing the border checkpoint, you’ll enter a small valley again, drive through savanna-like woodland, and stop at another breathtaking viewpoint. This vantage point offers a splendid view of the path you've traversed.
From here, you’ll return to Dedoplistskaro.
Tour Map
8 reviews for Full-Day Private Safari to Vashlovani National Park
What to Consider
- Border Permit: Since part of the route passes within 5 km of the Azerbaijan border, a special permit is required. We’ll arrange it once we receive the necessary documents from you.
- Weather: Tour may be postponed or cancelled in case of extreme weather, with a new date arranged by mutual agreement.
- Etiquette: Please respect the natural environment — keep noise to a minimum and follow all rules set by the park administration.
Mikheil Potskhishvili –
I recently had the chance to experience the Vashlovani Safari tour. Although this was not my first visit to the stunning landscapes of Vashlovani, the experience was still exceptional. Seeing the area under the guidance of Temo made a huge difference — if there is anyone who knows every tiny corner of Vashlovani in such detail, it is definitely him.
Combined with his deep knowledge of local culture and wildlife, not to mention his excellent photography skills, this made the tour truly special. We were able to see dozens of Goitered Gazelles. The whole adventure was very well organized and truly memorable, with a suitable vehicle and delicious food.
In addition to the tour, our group of 12 stayed at Savanna Guesthouse. If you want to taste authentic Georgian homemade food and experience the warm hospitality Georgians are proud of, you should definitely stay there.
Highly recommended! 🌄📸
Tvalta –
My recent trip to Vashlovani with Temo was easily one of the best. This was my second time visiting, but seeing it through Temo’s eyes made it unforgettable. He isn’t just a professional; he’s someone deeply in love with these landscapes, knowing every hidden spot, caring and capturing them beautifully through his lens. 📸🏜️
🔭We experienced it all: 🐾 finding wolf tracks in Pantishara, enjoying a picnic 🧺 with local wine 🍷, and watching herds of gazelles 🦌 and flocks of Little Bustards taking flight𓅯. We even managed to spot a wolf in the distance 🐺. It felt like being inside a National Geographic documentary. To top it all off, Temo surprised us with a breathtaking sunset to end the perfect day. 🌄💛
Thank you, Temo, for such a memorable trip! 🤍💫✨
Thilo –
We had a fantastic one-day trip to Vashlovani with Temo this February. We managed to spot gazelles, watched dozens of vultures waiting to feast, chased after rare birds, and admired the park’s incredible scenery.
Throughout the entire tour, Temo shared interesting facts and personal stories that kept the drives engaging and fun. He knows Vashlovani like the back of his hand and is able to spot and explain interesting details around every corner. The passion and dedication he has for the park and wildlife in Georgia is truly inspiring.
The tour is well planned and includes a variety of activities (e.g. small hikes, birdwatching, viewpoints) to keep the day engaging. At the same time, Temo also makes sure to tailor the experience for every group so they get the most out of their visit – whether this means taking small detours to observe something unexpected or adjusting lunchtime plans.
If you opt to stay at Temo’s guesthouse, you’ll also be treated to a true Georgian feast for dinner!
Thanks for an unforgettable experience! 🏞️
Christelle Foucher –
Quelle Magnifique journée dans le parc de Vashlovani ! Temo connait parfaitement cet endroit et nous conduit en douceur toute la journée. Il est très attentionné et délicat . Connaissances approfondies de la faune, la flore et de la géologie du lieux. Ce sera une journée inscrite dans notre mémoire durant notre voyage . MERCI
Teimuraz Popiashvili –
Dear Christelle and Franck, Thank you for the wonderful review! Sharing the unique environment and landscapes of Vashlovani is my passion, and I am so happy this day will be a great memory of your journey. Thank you again for traveling with me. AVEC PLAISIR!
Aude –
We had an absolutely fabulous day in Vashlovani Park thanks to Temo!
He’s a very friendly and passionate guide who knows the park’s wildlife, flora, and history inside and out.
Thanks to him, we saw all kinds of birds, including vultures. We also saw gazelles and lynx tracks… and he took us to breathtaking viewpoints overlooking the park’s landscapes. Everything was very well organized.
I highly recommend staying at Savanna House, a guesthouse run by his family—it’s very welcoming, and the food is delicious! Thanks to all of this, Temo’s safari was our favorite experience in Georgia. Thank you, Temo 😊
Mariam Mrevlishvili –
Breathtaking landscape that is quite unique for Georgia. Its amazing wildlife provides a heaven for the photo enthusiasts. We were with kids and the knowledgeable and passionate Temur Popiashvili led the tour. A An avid photographer himself and with strong background in biodiversity, he knows every corner of the protected areas and knows the best stops, times, and spots for photographers. We are not professional photographers but my children were inspired and fascinated which means a lot to us. I strongly recommend this tour to everyone who appreciates wildlife and nature.
Orianne & Lucas –
We had the most remarkable experience exploring Vashlovani with Vano and Temo!
Vano was our guide and driver and took us inside the national park reserve making sure we got to see everything from beautiful landscapes to wild animal footprints, birds and even geological curiosities.
You could feel Vano’s passion about wildlife and nature in every stops and comments along the way. He brought goggles so we could check animals (gazelles, vultures and other birds, etc.). He was always keen to answer every question we had, even about Georgia as a whole.
We highly recommend booking this tour, the guides really brought the best part of exploring Vashlovani national park!
Lea Rutishauser –
Today we spent an adventurous and stunning day in Vashlovani NP. The rainy morning was not very promising and we almost had to cancel the tour. However, under Temo’s careful guidance we adapted to route and took step by step. After a delicious lunch the sky cleared up. We observed birds, saw gazelles and enjoyed breathtaking views over the hills and valleys of Vashlovani. Temo willingly shared his knowledge about the animals, geography and culture. This was one of the best tours we ever did. PS: We also recommend the stay at Savanna Guesthouse to experience the warm hospitality and great food provided by Temo and his family.