Wild Caving Experience in Melouri Cave Near Kutaisi
Overview
This is not a show cave — it's a real adventure into one of Georgia’s wildest and least-explored caves. Unlike touristy spots, Melouri offers a raw, natural caving experience with underground canyons, untouched formations, and no artificial lighting or paths. We keep our groups small, provide all equipment, and adjust the route based on your experience level. It’s perfect for travelers who want to go beyond the usual and experience the real underground beauty of Georgia.
What's Included
- Transportation from meeting point to cave entrance
- Equipment - suite, boots, helmet, headlamp, gloves
- Additional long-sleeve clothing to wear under the caving suit is not included. Please bring your own
Meeting Location
9JG2+P6R
Kumistavi, Georgia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Discover the stunning underground world of Georgia with an unforgettable caving tour in Melouri Cave — one of the largest and wildest caves in the country. Located in the karst region near Kutaisi and Tskaltubo, this adventure is perfect for all levels, from leisurely exploration to more challenging sections. You'll be fully equipped with cave suits, helmets, headlamps, and boots for a safe and comfortable journey through underground canyons, rock formations, and hidden chambers. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced caver, Melouri offers a true taste of Georgia's mysterious underground beauty.
Experience underground canyons and 7+ km of cave passages
Suitable for all skill levels, from easy to challenging
Plan:
We’ll meet at the designated meeting point near our office, where you’ll receive and put on all the necessary caving equipment. Then we’ll drive about 15 minutes toward the cave area. After the drive, a scenic 15-minute forest hike leads to the entrance of Melouri Cave.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-5594204P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+04).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Transportation from meeting point to cave entrance.
- Equipment - suite, boots, helmet, headlamp, gloves.
- Additional long-sleeve clothing to wear under the caving suit is not included. Please bring your own.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 13. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Wild Caving Experience in Melouri Cave Near Kutaisi is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Wild Caving Experience in Melouri Cave Near Kutaisi will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Transportation from meeting point to cave entrance
- Equipment - suite, boots, helmet, headlamp, gloves
- Additional long-sleeve clothing to wear under the caving suit is not included. Please bring your own
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
