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Vachiani Lake

Samtskhe-Javakheti  >  Georgia

Small lake situated at the edge of the village of Vachiani. Many bird species can be seen here at short range.

Added* by Christian Brinkman
Most recent update 22 noiembrie 2025

Description

Vachiani Lake is one of dozens of lakes on the Javakheti Plateau, but is significant for birdwatching because many species can be seen here at short range. Pelican comun and Pelican creț forage here regularly in small numbers. Above the water Chirighiță cu aripi albe and Chirighiță cu obraz alb forage together.

During spring many migrant waders like Bătăuș, Fugaci mic and Fluierar de mlaștină, pipits and wagtails (Fâsă roșiatică, Codobatură cu cap galben , Black-headed wagtail and Grey-headed Wagtail (thunbergi)) can be seen on the West side of the lake (1 on the map). If you're lucky you can see Fluierar de lac or Notatiță here. Corcodel cu gât roșu breed close to shore (2 on the map).

Details

Access

Vachiani Lake is located at the edge of the village of Vachiani. When driving from Akhalkalaki towards Sulda/Turkish border turn left (East) into the town of Vachiani at the moment the speed limit is stated as 30 km. Drive on this road for about 500m and turn right after you passed a school. You can park there and walk the short distance towards the South to Vachiani lake.

Terrain and Habitat

Lake , Wetland

Conditions

Flat

Circular trail

No

Is a telescope useful?

Yes

Good birding season

Spring

Route

Unpaved road

Difficulty walking trail

Easy

Accessible by

Foot , Bicycle

Birdwatching hide / platform

No

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