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Abkhazia is a small but fiercely proud territory on the eastern Black Sea, and a firm favourite with holidaymakers. Lush subtropical scenery, genuinely clean water with superb shingle beaches, and low prices for food and lodging have turned it into a popular resort destination.
Sunny Abkhazia is known for the remarkable hospitality of its people, its distinctive culture and its food and feasting traditions. Many visitors end up devoting a good part of their holiday, arguably the best part, to the last of those.
Holidays in Abkhazia appeal to every kind of traveller, but families with children are the most frequent visitors, drawn by how calm and safe a break here feels. Finding a good-value package is quick and simple with the search on our site.
Beyond the coast, the region is rich in natural and historical sights that regularly take visitors by surprise. To get the most out of a trip, look past the classic routes and consider the newer ones as well: the little-visited, harder-to-reach, but strikingly beautiful corners of Abkhazia.
The Climate in Abkhazia
For all its dramatic terrain, the region has a humid subtropical climate. The best of the season runs from July through September, while the swimming season stretches from late spring to mid-autumn. That mild subtropical setting is widely seen as the reason Abkhazia remains such a sought-after destination.
The Main Resorts of Abkhazia
The territory is officially divided into seven districts. The most popular areas are:
- Gagra, the best-served district for facilities, home to some remarkable sights: the ruins of Abaata Fortress, the Gagripsh restaurant, the castle of Prince Oldenburgsky and a wonderfully unusual hippodrome;
- Pitsunda, a resort for anyone who values peace and quiet, vast parkland and clear water;
- New Athos, with its extraordinary churches, caves and waterfalls, and Stalin's former dacha;
- Sukhum, a grown-up resort defined by its history and archaeology, including the tomb of St John Chrysostom and the church at Kamany.
Good to Know Before You Go
Entry requirements depend on your nationality, so check the rules that apply to your passport well before you book. The currency in use is the Russian rouble, and exchange offices can be found in the larger towns. Visitors are expected to treat local traditions and religion with respect.
Worth Bearing in Mind
- Card payments are becoming more common in Abkhazia and the number of cash machines is growing, but it is still worth asking shops, cafes and restaurants in advance whether their terminals are working;
- Things are generally quiet, but keep cash, documents and valuables somewhere secure all the same;
- Wi-Fi is increasingly available in hotels and cafes across Abkhazia;
- Rooms and rentals here are reckoned to be the cheapest anywhere on the Caucasian Black Sea coast;
- Pack a couple of warm layers, you will be glad of them on the excursions
