Full Day Private Griz Waterfall Hiking Tour With Home-Made Lunch in Baku, Azerbaijan
Baku, Azerbaijan

Full Day Private Griz Waterfall Hiking Tour With Home-Made Lunch

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60/100

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Is Full Day Private Griz Waterfall Hiking Tour With Home-Made Lunch worth booking?

Full Day Private Griz Waterfall Hiking Tour With Home-Made Lunch is a 12-hour experience in Baku, Azerbaijan, from $175 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
60 / 100
Rating
5/5 (4)
Duration
12 hours
From
$175 per person

Hiking in Azerbaijan is a favorite activity among tourists and locals alike. This tour will allow you to become acquainted with the local culture and see fascinating views of the nature of Griz village. Griz is one of the most hard to reach villages in Shahdag region. Locals usually earn for living by carpet making, keeping animals and grazing them. In the past, Griz was a fortress, but now only the ruins remain from the original fortress.

What you get

    About this experience

    Hiking in Azerbaijan is a favorite activity among tourists and locals alike. This tour will allow you to become acquainted with the local culture and see fascinating views of the nature of Griz village. Griz is one of the most hard to reach villages in Shahdag region. Locals usually earn for living by carpet making, keeping animals and grazing them. In the past, Griz was a fortress, but now only the ruins remain from the original fortress.

    What's included

    Included

    • Private transportation
    • English speaking guide
    • Lunch

    Not included

    • Personal expenses

    What you'll see and do

    1. Quba

      Road to Quba. Griz Waterfall Hiking Tour usually starts at 07:30 AM with picking guests up from their location within Baku. First stop is the Quba district which is best known for its production of incredibly delicious apples and fine carpets. It takes about 2 hours to get there. There we will switch our cars to off-road Niva Ladas or UAZs, that are more convenient to get to the mountain village.

      120 minutes here

    2. Road to Griz Village. On the way to the village, we shall see a large number of mind-blowing views. If you wish, we can even stop there to make some photos for memory. It takes an hour and a half to get there. Griz is one of the most hard to reach villages in Shahdag region. Locals usually earn for living by carpet making, keeping animals and grazing them. In the past, Griz was a fortress, but now only the ruins remain from the original fortress. After arriving in the village you will have a short break. During this time, you can enjoy a cup of hot tea in the village house.

      180 minutes here

    3. Griz Waterfall Hike. After this tea break, we will start our easy 3 km hike to waterfall located in a little cave. In winter, the water in the cave freezes, that makes everything even more fabulous. Spectacular mountain panoramas will also not leave you indifferent. Lunch Break. After such a long journey we will hike back to Griz village, where local family will host us, and we will have lunch prepared with traditional Caucasian mountain recipe. All products used in preparation of the food is locally and organically grown. The End of the Tour. At the end of the tour the driver will drop you off to your location in the city center of Baku. The trip back takes approximately 3 and a half hours. Hiking details Distance – 5 km Difficulty level – easy Minimum altitude - 2032 m Maximum altitude - 2019 m

      240 minutes here

    4. Baku

      The End of the Tour. At the end of the tour the driver will drop you off to your location in the city center of Baku. The trip back takes approximately 3 and a half hours.

      180 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Bag Baku Tour

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Tour duration is travel time included

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Photo opportunities

    3 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Physical effort

    3 mentions

    Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

    The guide

    2 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Value for money

    2 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Organization

    2 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Food and drink

    2 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Traveler reviews

    4 verified traveler reviews for Full Day Private Griz Waterfall Hiking Tour With Home-Made Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    149leightont · January 2025

    Magical Qriz.

    This was a magical experience that stands as the highlight of our two weeks in Azerbaijan. The village is wonderfully remote and really tricky to reach, the driver did a fabulous job of reaching it via a series of narrow rocky roads. Honestly, I don't know how he did it, incredibly skilful, careful and patient. Our guide Sabina was the perfect host and gave us plenty of insight into Azerbaijan and its culture throughout the day. Having tea and dinner in a villager's home is something you'll never forget, while the hike itself provides breathtaking views. As for the frozen waterfall, you're not gonna be disappointed, it is like something out of a fairytale. Check out my full write up on Leighton Travels dot com.

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    326martynb · September 2024

    Excellent value

    Our fabulous guide Sabina provided my wife and I with a wealth of history of the region which was all very informative and interesting. Great inter action with a local family in a remote area for a delicious lunch. Breathtaking views and she stopped at all the great points if interest it was all very well organized.

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    Alamdar R · August 2024

    hiking experience

    had an adventurous, exciting hikin tour with Bag Baku in Qrız, Quba, had a chance to see scenic, beautiful places. strongly recommended!

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    966vineethn · March 2024

    Best team to explore hidden gems of Azerbaijan -10/10

    The trips with them has been very delightful. I have been part of several group tours. When I first moved to baku , their hiking tours gave me a opportunity of seeing all the places of azerbaijan , including the villages and the country sides ,moutains and forests , unseen waterfalls and snow mountains . They not only provided an oppurtunity to travel but also chance to meet and interact with like miinded people. They provided very cost effective trips and reasonable prices , which attracted the local crowd and foreigners equally well. The tour organisers spoke english quite well and had great organising skills. Over the years I have seen them improving the quality of tours. The travel insurances and the payments and pre-bookings facilities had improved. The one who runs the organisation , puts her heart in to making the travels and trips more satisfactory , and tries the best to get the most out of the trip for her clients , in terms of exploring and giving oppurtunity to interact with the local crowd. The owner herself had been a traveller and which is why they value the experiences and tries to deliver the same . Well organised , punctual , payments are clean, notifications are made promplty. Happy with their trips .

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    Good to know

    Duration
    12 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $175 to $330
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Bag Baku Tour, who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 61.6.

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    Why this scores 60

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)90
    Review evidence (18% weight)27
    Booking momentum (14% weight)14
    Value for money (12% weight)51
    Listing quality (10% weight)72
    Local standing (8% weight)53
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Full Day Private Griz Waterfall Hiking Tour With Home-Made Lunch: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Baku.

    How much does Full Day Private Griz Waterfall Hiking Tour With Home-Made Lunch cost?

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    Prices start at $175 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Baku usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Full Day Private Griz Waterfall Hiking Tour With Home-Made Lunch take?

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    Plan for about 12 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Baku is not rushed.

    Is Full Day Private Griz Waterfall Hiking Tour With Home-Made Lunch worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Baku, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Full Day Private Griz Waterfall Hiking Tour With Home-Made Lunch?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Full Day Private Griz Waterfall Hiking Tour With Home-Made Lunch suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 12-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Full Day Private Griz Waterfall Hiking Tour With Home-Made Lunch?

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    Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Baku can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Baku and add a light layer if any part of the 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Full Day Private Griz Waterfall Hiking Tour With Home-Made Lunch start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Baku within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Baku?

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    On Outty we rank every Baku experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include BEST Gobustan, Volcanoes & Absheron Fire Tour (Group or Private), Gobustan and Absheron tour, Shahdag, Quba, Candy Cane - Azerbaijan's Alpine Odyssey Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Baku?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Baku?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Full Day Private Griz Waterfall Hiking Tour With Home-Made Lunch?

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    Included: Private transportation; English speaking guide; and Lunch. Not included: Personal expenses. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Full Day Private Griz Waterfall Hiking Tour With Home-Made Lunch include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 212 listed pickup locations in and around Baku. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Full Day Private Griz Waterfall Hiking Tour With Home-Made Lunch offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Full Day Private Griz Waterfall Hiking Tour With Home-Made Lunch?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    What happens to Full Day Private Griz Waterfall Hiking Tour With Home-Made Lunch if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Full Day Private Griz Waterfall Hiking Tour With Home-Made Lunch?

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    Across 4 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include photo opportunities, the guide, value for money. The views and photo stops come up again and again. One thing to know: Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

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