Masterclasses offered by the Lower Svaneti natives
From gastronomy and ancestral gold-mining techniques to hands-on crafts and local traditions, our masterclasses invite you to learn directly from the people of Lower Svaneti. Engage in authentic cultural activities, gain rare skills passed down through generations, and turn your visit into a truly memorable, lived experience.
Svan Folklore Masterclass
Led by Lentekhi native and renowned folklore master Zurab Liparteliani, this masterclass offers a unique opportunity to discover, experience, and actively engage with traditional Svan folklore. Through hands-on participation, you will gain meaningful skills and lasting memories that will continue to evoke your journey through Lower Svaneti long after your visit.
To learn more and book your masterclass: (+995) 551 048 341
Woodcraft Masterclass
Lower Svaneti native Andro Mukbaniani brings together an artistic background and extensive experience in traditional woodcraft, with a special focus on Svan woodworking and musical instruments. In this masterclass, Andro guides participants through the history of Svan woodcraft and the creative process of transforming raw wood into an authentic work of art.
To learn more and book your masterclass: (+995) 595 097 948
Svan hat-making masterclass
Led by local artisan Tamila Liparteliani, this delightful masterclass introduces the tradition of Svan hat-making through both storytelling and hands-on practice. Participants will explore the history and cultural meaning of Svan hats while creating their own handcrafted piece to take home as a lasting memory of their journey to Lower Svaneti.
To learn more and book your masterclass: (+995) 595 097 948
Gold mining masterclass using ancestral methods
Led by Ivane Liparteliani, this masterclass offers a rare insight into the ancestral gold-harvesting traditions of Svaneti. Participants will learn how glacial rivers carried gold sediments and explore the centuries-old methods used by local communities to extract gold, combining historical context with practical demonstration of this unique heritage practice.
For reservations call: (+995) 599 351 403
Culinary masterclass
Svaneti is renowned for its distinctive gastronomy, and this hands-on masterclass led by Lentekhi native Ana Chankseliani offers an authentic culinary experience. Participants will learn to prepare traditional Svan dishes such as tashmjab, kubdari, and chvishtari, gaining first-hand insight into local flavours, techniques, and food traditions.
For reservations, call: (+995) 591 812 366
Svan Salt masterclass
Svan salt is one of Georgia’s most distinctive and cherished spices, prized by both locals and visitors for its rich, aromatic flavour. In this hands-on masterclass led by Lentekhi local Zimnara Qurasbediani, participants will learn the traditional process of making their own Svan salt - ensuring a lasting taste of Svaneti long after the journey ends.
To learn more and book your masterclass: (+995) 595 097 948