Kakheti is wine country first and a hiking destination second, and the trails here reflect that: more accessible, lower in elevation, and easy to combine with visits to vineyards and historic monasteries. The main hiking hub is Lagodekhi in the far northeast, where a well-maintained national park protects dense broadleaf forest, waterfalls, and alpine terrain along the border with Azerbaijan. Trails range from short waterfall walks to multi-day routes that climb well above 3,000 metres, so the range is wider than the region's reputation suggests.
Outside Lagodekhi, most walking in Kakheti stays in the foothills and valley edges — pleasant but not technically demanding. It is a good fit for travellers who want some time outdoors without committing to a full Caucasus trekking trip, or who are adding a hiking day to a wine-focused itinerary through the Alazani Valley. Trail guides below cover the routes inside Lagodekhi National Park and what to expect from each.
