Colchic Rainforests and Wetlands

Colchic Rainforests and Wetlands is a protected natural complex along Georgia's Black Sea coast, spanning multiple regions and combining diverse forest types with wetland ecosystems. The site contains rare plants and animals adapted to the warm, humid conditions of this coastal environment.

The forests originated thousands of years ago and survived multiple ice ages, preserving their leafy vegetation to the present day. This long continuity made the area a crucial refuge for species from earlier periods of Europe and Asia.

Local communities around the protected areas maintain traditional practices of forest resource management through established conservation programs.

The site remains accessible throughout the year and can be explored through multiple entry points across the protected areas. High humidity and frequent rainfall shape the weather, so waterproof gear is advisable.

The area receives exceptional rainfall, creating specialized bog ecosystems that store significant amounts of carbon. These wetlands play an important role in the global carbon cycle.

Location: Adjara

Location: Guria

Location: Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti

Part of: list of World Heritage Sites in Georgia (country)

GPS coordinates: 41.70222,41.95111

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:45