Day Trip Gabala (Tufandag ) — Mountains, Nature and Active Leisure
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This Gabala day trip is created for travelers who want to spend a full day in the mountains without rush and without a strict schedule. During this Gabala tour, we travel along a scenic route through Shamakhi and Ismayilli, enjoy national cuisine and beautiful nature, and spend 6 hours of free time at Tufandağ Mountain Resort.
This tour format is perfect for guests looking for active leisure in the mountains of Azerbaijan, as well as for those who prefer calm walks, panoramic views, mountain coffee breaks, and the atmosphere of a modern resort. You decide how to spend your day — with activities, relaxation, or simply enjoying the mountain landscapes.
The first stop is the city of Shamakhi, where the day begins with a traditional national breakfast at Savalan Restaurant.
Fresh tandoor bread, soft local cheese, honey, kaymak, hot tea, and homemade eggs with tomatoes create a warm and relaxed mood before continuing the journey to the mountains. This is not just a meal — it is a real introduction to Azerbaijani gastronomic culture in a calm and cozy atmosphere.
Tufandağ Mountain Resort is a modern mountain resort in Gabala, where you will spend around 6 hours of free time. Unlike standard group tours, here you choose how to spend your time — from active entertainment to slow walks and relaxation with views of the Caucasus Mountains.
All activities are optional and paid on-site. There is no mandatory program — only your personal choice.
Cable Cars (Rope Lines)
Ride the cable cars and enjoy panoramic mountain views:
4 lines
- Adults (12+) — 27 AZN
- Children (6–11) — 20 AZN
2 lines
- Adults — 20 AZN
- Children (6–11) — 15 AZN
Children under 6 years old — free
Active Entertainment (Optional)
Mountain Coaster
- Local visitors — 35 AZN
- Foreign visitors — 49 AZN
- Child with parent — 25 AZN
Mountain Swing (around 1920 m altitude)
- Big (10 m) — 30 AZN
- Small (7 m) — 20 AZN
Quad Bike Tours (15–20 minutes)
- 1 person — 40 AZN
- Extra passenger — 15 AZN
Snowmobile (15–20 minutes, approx. 4 km)
- 1 person — 50 AZN
- Extra passenger — 30 AZN
Family and Children Activities
- Sledges — 20 AZN per person
- Tubing / Toboggan — 5 rides for 20 AZN
Calm Activities
Archery
- 10 shots — 10 AZN
This activity is ideal for guests who prefer a calm experience without extreme sensations.
Several restaurants and cafés operate on the resort territory, offering different formats for meals and breaks.
Chalet Steak & Wine House
- Location: upper zone of the resort (around 1920 m, accessible by cable car)
- Format: panoramic steakhouse
- Cuisine: steaks, meat dishes, soups, salads, wine
- Highlight: one of the most scenic spots at the resort
- Extra: hookah available (extra charge)
Panorama Restaurant
- Location: 3rd floor of Qafqaz Tufandağ Hotel
- Format: main panoramic restaurant
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Italian, international; buffet breakfasts
- Opening hours: approximately 06:30–00:00
- Ideal for: family lunch or a full meal
Gabala Restaurant (Qəbələ Restoranı)
- Location: near the resort area (Qafqaz Riverside Hotel)
- Format: large restaurant for groups
- Cuisine: Azerbaijani and international
- Capacity: up to around 400 guests
- Suitable for: group lunches and dinners
Gabala Café (Qəbələ Kafe)
- Location: roadside / around 1600 m altitude
- Format: café stop
- Cuisine: coffee, tea, desserts, light snacks
- Suitable for: short breaks between activities
Burger Station
- Location: inside Tufandağ Resort
- Format: fast food / casual dining
- Cuisine: burgers, sandwiches, hot dogs, light meals
- Suitable for: quick lunch or snack
On the way back, we make a short stop in the forests of Ismayilli. After mountain views and an active day, it is especially pleasant to slow down, drink hot tea, taste the traditional dessert “Uchgulag”, and breathe fresh forest air.
This moment gently completes the day — calm and unhurried. After that, we return to Baku with evening road views, relaxed conversations, photos on your phone, and the feeling of a truly beautiful day spent in the mountains.
- Tour Category: Day Trips
- Minimum number of people: 1
- Start Time: 07:00
- Duration: 14 hours
- Included: Professional English speaking guide, a comfortable car with seat belts and air conditioning
- Excluded: breakfast + tea with traditional dessert “Uch Gulaq” (10 AZN), lunch, tickets for activities.
- Note: Meeting point: Azerbaijan Avenue 1 (KFC parking). Hotel pick-up and drop-off are available on request — extra cost 10 AZN. For private tours, hotel pick-up and drop-off are included.
