Day Trip Gabala (Tufandag ) — Mountains, Nature and Active Leisure

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.

During the blooming season, guests can additionally visit the famous lavender fields of Gabala, located at the foot of the Caucasus Mountains. From mid-May until mid-July, large purple fields come into bloom here, creating one of the most picturesque natural locations in the region.

During the stop, travelers can walk through the lavender rows, take beautiful photos, enjoy the fragrance of the flowers, and purchase local products such as essential oils, lavender tea, honey, and souvenirs. Essenso plantations are considered among the most famous lavender fields in Azerbaijan.

• Additional transfer to the lavender fields — 15 ₼ per person
• Entrance to the lavender fields — 15 ₼ per person
• Available only during the blooming season (from mid-May until mid-July)
• The visit is optional for guests

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.