How much does a day trip from Batumi to Martvili Canyon cost: self-drive vs. guided tour?

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TL;DR

A self-drive visit costs at least GEL 70 per person for the canyon and boat tickets, plus the rental car. Group day tours are typically GEL 100–130 per person and often combine Martvili with Okatse Canyon and another stop.

What the community said

A standard group excursion from Batumi to Martvili Canyon costs around GEL 100–130 per person. It usually covers three stops—Martvili, Okatse Canyon and often sulphur springs—with a total budget of up to about GEL 200 per person including extras.

6 days ago GEL 100–130 per person

A small-group trip can cost roughly GEL 550 for two people. Finding fellow travellers to share a car may reduce the cost compared with paying for private transport alone.

6 days ago GEL 550 for two people

On a self-drive visit, admission to Martvili Canyon is GEL 40 per person and the boat ride is another GEL 30. The walking section is about 700 metres and the boat trip lasts around 15 minutes; boats may not operate in rainy weather.

19 days ago GEL 40 entry + GEL 30 boat ride