The New Athos Cave is one of the largest karst caves in the world, with giant halls, underground lakes and unique mineral formations. Guided tours run on an electric train, convenient even for families.
Articles about this place
What to See in New Athos Independently: the Monastery, Cave, Anacopia Fortress, Waterfall, Grotto of Simon the Canaanite, Beach, Transport, and Choosing Accommodation.
Overview of excursions in Abkhazia for 2026: from trips to Lake Ritsa and New Athos to mountain jeep tours and rafting. Find out how to choose the right format, assess the physical demands, and where to find spots for active recreation.
Find out where to go in New Athos independently or with a guided tour in 2026. Up-to-date prices for the cave, excursions to Lake Ritsa, family entertainment in Seaside Park, and tips for planning your leisure time.
A gastronomic guide to Abkhazia. We explore what local dishes are made from, why you should visit an apatskha, what to order first, and when to look for ripe mandarins.
Accommodation guide in New Athos: how many options are available, how to choose accommodation near the sea and attractions, price examples, and hotel ratings based on reviews for 2026.
Abkhazia: discovering horizonsPlan a trip with children: choose a safe beach, plan routes without long journeys, pack a travel first-aid kit, and book hotels for a comfortable vacation.
Abkhazia: discovering horizonsГид по природным и историческим локациям Абхазии для самостоятельной поездки. Узнайте, как сгруппировать места, распределить время и построить автомобильный или пешеходный маршрут от Гагры до Сухума.
Comparing Pitsunda, Alakhadzy, Sukhum, Gudauta, Gagra, Tsandrypsh, New Athos, and Ldzaa: beaches, nature, urban environment, attractions, tranquility, and accommodation options.
We explain where to find the city food market near the railway station and where to find the souvenir stalls for tourists. Precise landmarks, walking and public transport routes, and tips for checking opening hours.
Practical Guide to Bus Excursions from Ldzaa. Route Breakdown to Ritsa, New Athos, and Gagra, Current 2026 Prices, Return Transfer Logistics, and a Checklist for Verifying the Tour Operator.
A practical guide to Abkhazia in October 2026. We рассказываем about the actual weather, sea temperatures, and whether it is possible to swim. We cover warm clothing, choosing accommodation with heating, autumn excursions, and seasonal local fruit in detail.
A Complete Guide to Gagra in 2026: Historic Sites in Old Gagra, Mount Mamdzyshkha, Nature Trails, Outdoor Activities, Family Entertainment, Areas to Stay, and Approximate Prices.
Abkhazia: discovering horizonsЭкскурсии из Гудауты к озеру Рица и Новому Афону, пляжные активности, вечерние прогулки и сравнение типов жилья. Разбираем актуальные цены на сезон 2026 года и планируем маршруты.
Comparison of Abkhazia’s beaches in 2026: the total length of the coastline, the shoreline length in Gagra, Sukhumi, Pitsunda and New Athos, and the features of open coasts and secluded bays.
Near attractions
- Анакопийская крепость
- Черепаха
- Дача Сталина
- Главная восточная башня
- Иверская гора
- Известковая печь
- Келья-грот св. ап. Симона Кананита
- Котёл
- Курган
- Лобное место св. ап. Симона Кананита
- Мост разлуки
- Музей Абхазского царства
- Наскальный след стопы св. ап. Симона Кананита
- Ново-Афонский Симоно-Кананитский монастырь
- Новоафонский музей боевой славы
- Новоафонский водопад
- Новый Афон
- Огромный эвкалипт
- Паровоз
- Пляж Камарит
- Плотина
- Привод канатной дороги
- Сувенирный рынок
- Три котла
- Вид на гроты горы Аныхамца
- Водопад у Иверской горы
- Храм Апостола Симона Кананита