Black Sea coast
Ureki
A small Black Sea beach known for its magnetite-rich black sand. The water stays shallow far out, making it one of Georgia's best beaches for children and far quieter than the crowded Batumi boulevard.
6.5
hrs from TBS airport
0.5
hrs from BUS airport
1 day or 1 nightSuggested stay
Why visit Ureki?
✓Shallow, safe water for children
✓Much quieter than Batumi
✓The sand is believed to help joints and circulation
✓Only 40 minutes from Batumi
What to see
1
The black beachFine dark sand with shallow water for tens of metres.
2
Pine forest behind the beachShade and clean air — good for a late-afternoon walk.
Best time to visit
June–September. Outside these months the sea is cold and the area nearly empty.
How to get to Ureki
There is no train and no comfortable public transport between Georgian cities. The practical option for a family is a car with a driver who meets you at the airport, stays with you throughout, and knows the mountain roads.
Cars serving Ureki
All ←Sedan with driver
$110 / day
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Sedan with driver
$105 / day
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Sedan with driver
$170 / day
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Common questions about Ureki
Ureki or Batumi for a family?
Ureki is quieter with shallower water, but Batumi has more restaurants and services. Many families stay in Batumi and visit Ureki for a day.