Gomismta

Gomismta stretches across 2,100–2,755 meters (6,890–9,040 feet) above sea level, where crisp mountain air fuses with sea breezes for an invigorating effect. Tucked away in Guria, it’s about 33 km (20.5 miles) from Ozurgeti and 350 km (217.5 miles) from Tbilisi. Any vehicle can manage the unpaved road, but the last leg from Ozurgeti often involves a taxi or hitchhiking since public transport to Gomismta is nearly nonexistent. Although there are no markets, pharmacies, or hotels, wooden cottages dot the landscape, and most locals haul supplies from home or rely on mountain springs for water. This simple lifestyle lends a particular charm to the resort, drawing fans of off-grid relaxation who crave genuine peace.

With no electricity or piped water, Gomismta might appear remote, yet its mineral-rich air helps treat everything from mild asthma to chronic bronchitis. For those seeking a Georgia travel or Georgia tour experience unlike any other, the surrounding pine, spruce, and fir forests create an atmosphere of healing, while the constant cloud cover hovers below rather than above. In clear weather, you’ll glimpse the Black Sea in the distance, and summer temperatures linger around +16°C (60.8°F), dipping to a snowy -5°C (23°F) in winter, when up to 3 meters (9.8 feet) of snow blanket the resort. Adventurers can brave the 9–10 km (5.6–6.2 miles) trek in deep snow, but it’s best to team up with a guide or use GPS if you plan a winter Georgia trip here.

Natural wonders aren’t limited to the sky. Chinchao Lake lies 11 km (6.8 miles) away at 2,500 meters (8,202 feet). Kintrishi Reserve, Bakhmaro, and Meriyakeli are all within 20–25 km (12.4–15.5 miles). Whether you opt for a rustic cabin or pitch a tent to stargaze, the seamless merge of mountain solitude and sea-kissed air is unforgettable. In August, “Gomismtoba” invites visitors to watch or join sporting competitions and a short-course horse race. Evenings often revolve around bonfires, where people sing, laugh, and wait for the sun to emerge through mist-laden valleys. If you sample fresh dairy from local herders—particularly the thick, creamy Kaimaghi—you’ll remember its flavor long after leaving.

This highland resort, part of the Guria-Adjara ridge, is primed for future development in Georgia tourism. Though you won’t find shops, children’s parks, or cafés now, Gomismta promises a raw, refreshing encounter with nature that rewards every step of the journey. For a laid-back Georgia tour that blends sea-like humidity with pure mountain air, there’s hardly a better spot than this lofty kingdom of clouds.