Gudauri is preparing for the upcoming winter season with several infrastructure improvements, including new artificial snowmaking systems and night skiing trails. Gega Salukvadze, founder of the Protect Mountain Resorts organisation, said the Mountain Trails Agency has also announced plans to publish ski season opening dates in advance, allowing hotels and private accommodation providers to plan bookings earlier.
One of the key upgrades is a specialised snowmaking machine reportedly used at only 25 ski resorts worldwide. According to Salukvadze, the technology will reduce Gudauri’s dependence on natural snowfall, which has previously caused disruptions for businesses during the winter season.
The resort will also introduce night skiing trails, providing additional opportunities for visitors and professional skiers. Salukvadze said the initiative would help compensate for skiing time lost due to bad weather and expand activities available to tourists.
Georgia’s official winter tourism season will open on December 20 in Gudauri with a major event. According to the Ministry of Economy and the Georgian National Tourism Administration, this year’s season is expected to be among the most successful, with upgraded infrastructure, new cable cars, improved ski slopes and enhanced safety standards across the country’s mountain resorts.
