Sabaduri forest in summer, a beautiful place in the north of Tbilisi. Landscape

One-day trip idea – Bear sanctuary near Tbilisi

ByIlya
Sabaduri forest in summer, a beautiful place in the north of Tbilisi. Landscape
Sabaduri forest in summer, a beautiful place in the north of Tbilisi. Photo by depositphotos.com

Close to the magical Sabaduri Forest, in the village of Tskhvarichamia (Mtskheta region), there is a zoological center where you can see and feed bears, wolves, and dogs. The sanctuary is located in a picturesque place near the forest, at an altitude of 1100 meters above sea level. Its area is 5000 m2. In 2010, actor Soso Jikurishvili opened it to support the bear population in Georgia. Bears of different ages undergo rehabilitation at the facility so they can later return to the wild. Anyone interested can come, watch them, and support the charity project. Visiting is free From 10 AM to 6 PM every day.

Address: Tskhvarichamia Tbilisi National Park, (Sabaduri Forest)

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Ilya first visited Georgia in 2011 and fell in love with its culture, landscape, and hospitality, deciding to make it his permanent home in 2018. Originally from Estonia, he also spent half his life living in the USA, enriching his perspective with diverse cultural experiences. Now settled in Georgia, he balances work, kids, and his passion for exploring and showcasing Georgia’s hidden treasures through Tbilisi.Tours. His deep local insights help travelers uncover authentic and memorable experiences.

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