Plan your visit

Plan Your Visit

The sites are spread across two regions. A hired driver or guided tour is the most practical way to see both in one day.

Martvili Canyon & Prometheus Cave Tours

Visitor Centre, Inchkhuri village, Martvili

GPS 42.4572, 42.3769

Open directions

Getting there

Transport from Kutaisi takes 45 minutes to Martvili and 30 minutes to Prometheus.

How	Time	Cost	Notes
Tour: Guided day tours from Kutaisi typically combining Martvili, Prometheus Cave, and sometimes Okatse Canyon.	6-9 hours full day	From 60-120 GEL depending on group size (excluding entry)	The easiest way to see both sites without navigating public transit.
Car: Renting a car or hiring a private driver (e.g., GoTrip) from Kutaisi.	45 mins to Martvili, 30 mins to Prometheus	100-150 GEL for private driver hire	Allows flexible pacing and stopping at viewpoints or local restaurants.
Bus: Marshrutka (minibus) from Kutaisi to Martvili town or Tskaltubo (for Prometheus).	1-1.5 hours per leg	5-10 GEL	Requires transfers and taxis for the final stretch to the attractions; difficult to do both in one day by bus.

When to go

QuietModerateBusyPeak

April through October is the best time. Heavy rain can cause high water levels. Boat tours are suspended during high water.

What to bring

Light waterproof jacket (caves are a cool 14°C/57°F year-round)
Shoes with good grip (paths inside the cave and around the canyon can be wet)
Cash (GEL) for entrance tickets and local snacks, as card machines can be unreliable
Camera or smartphone with low-light capability for the cave
Small daypack for water and essentials
Sunscreen and sunglasses for the open-air canyon sections
Bottled water, as on-site shops may have irregular hours
Mosquito repellent for the forested areas in summer

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Prometheus Cave maintains a steady 14 degrees Celsius year-round.

Bring a light waterproof jacket.

How the day runs

Most trips take 6 to 8 hours.

Covers both major sights and optional boat rides.

10:00
Depart Kutaisi
Drive 20 km to Prometheus Cave.
10:30
Prometheus Cave
Walk the 1.4 km trail and take the underground boat.
12:30
Lunch
Stop for traditional Georgian food.
14:00
Martvili Canyon
Walk the 700-meter trail and take the rowboat ride.
16:30
Return
Drive 45 km back to Kutaisi.

What to pack

Bring a light waterproof jacket. The cave is always 14°C (57°F). Wear shoes with good grip. The paths inside the cave and around the canyon can be wet.

Bring cash in GEL. You will need it for entrance tickets and local snacks. Sunscreen and sunglasses are useful for the open-air canyon sections.

Easiest way to do it

CANYONS & CAVE Tour from Kutaisi - Okatse, Martvili & Prometheus

10 h 4.6 (334)

Guiding service in English
Air-conditioned vehicle

From$34per person

Viator$34 GetYourGuideCompare

Cancellation terms differ by platform and listing. Check them before you pay.

Planning questions

How long does it take to see both sites?

A typical guided day trip from Kutaisi takes between 6 and 8 hours.

Can I take a bus from Kutaisi?

Yes, marshrutkas run to Martvili town and Tskaltubo. However, doing both in one day by bus is difficult due to transfers.

Are there places to eat?

Tours usually stop at local restaurants. Bring bottled water, as on-site shops have irregular hours.