How much does it cost to enter Lake Ritsa in 2026 and is there a parking fee?

In 2026, entry to Lake Ritsa is paid, as it is located on the territory of the Ritsa National Park. A ticket is purchased at the checkpoint upon entry, and the price depends on the visitor's age.

Here are the current entry tariffs:

Cost of entry to Ritsa National Park (Lake Ritsa) in 2026

Category	Ticket price
Adult ticket	700 rubles
Children aged 8 to 12	200 rubles
Children under 8	Free

Please note that this is only the fee for entering the park. If you are driving your own car, you will additionally have to pay for parking. There are almost no free places near the embankment, everywhere there are prohibitory signs and traffic police are on duty. The only legal parking is located about 600 meters from the lake, and its cost is 200 rubles for the whole day.

Also note that if you buy a group excursion, the price of the park ticket (700 rubles) is usually not included in the tour price and is paid separately. The excursion itself will cost at least 1300 rubles per person.

We have detailed all expenses, ways to get there and gave useful tips in our reliable and honest guide in the article Lake Ritsa in Abkhazia: a complete guide for independent travelers. There you will also find information on how to save on catamarans and where to have lunch.

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