Every year, millions of tourists fill the Black Sea coast of the Sochi region. The main summer activities include beach holidays, sightseeing tours and visits to entertainment centers such as water parks.
And here every vacationer faces the question - Which water park is better to visit in Greater Sochi? What is the difference? What attractions do they have, prices and rules? After all, even childhood age in each of them is determined differently - sometimes it depends on age, sometimes on height.
List of the best water parks in Sochi
When I was in the water park of the sunny resort, I noticed that there was a lot of fun here. Almost every vacationer who entered here turned into a small child. Adults, like children, wanted to ride slides of different heights and try out all the attractions offered.
It is also convenient that almost any water park in Sochi can offer delicious food, which is located right on the territory. The whole group can go to a cafe, bar or restaurant, where exquisite and exotic dishes await you.
It's a great place to sunbathe. I checked this from personal experience. Water parks have pools with sea and fresh water, so the presence of any body of water is not at all necessary. Also, everything on the territory is completely landscaped. There are sun loungers and umbrellas for vacationers, comfortable changing rooms and showers with both cold and hot water.
Adler water parks
Strictly speaking, there should be three water parks in Adler - “Amphibius”, “Galaxy” and “Mountain Beach”. But the last 2 are located in a mountain cluster, far from the regional center itself. Therefore, we will consider them separately, like the water parks of Krasnaya Polyana. From the point of view of the administrative division of Sochi, this is incorrect. From the point of view of logic and convenience, it is quite justified.
Amphibius
One of the best water parks in Sochi and a clear leader if you don’t take the water parks of the remote Lazarevsky district. Amphibius is located on the outskirts of Adler, in a place called Resort Town. The water park is average in size. There is a large variety of slides, an excellent children's playground, several swimming pools and a good selection of cafes.
The water park is different in that it is one of the best in almost every respect, but in no way is it superior to its competitors. For example, the variety of slides here is very large, but in “AquaLoo” and “Nautilus” there are still more of them. There is a really scary “Kamikaze” here, but in “Nautilus” it is scarier. There are a lot of swimming pools here by Sochi standards, but “Starfish” and “Mountain Beach” are superior to it. The cuisine here is good and the prices are normal (by the standards of water parks), but at Sea Star it’s much better. The ticket price here is quite low, but “Mayak” is still cheaper. Amphibius looks good, albeit simple, but it is far from “Galaxy” and “Mountain Beach”. Good in everything, Amphibius never became the best in anything.
"Aqualoo"
Do you want to go to a water park, but can’t tear yourself away from the sea? Then you should definitely visit Aqualoo. Sea water of different temperatures, geysers, waterfalls, interesting animation. Among the unlimited and free services: sauna and slides. It is worth mentioning that not all slides will be at your service. Here, depending on your luck: either for 1600 rubles. you will be able to ride on all the water attractions, or half of them will simply be closed for repairs.
Active recreation takes a lot of energy, so if you decide to refresh yourself, you should carefully choose your dishes, and it is better to make do with lemonades and soft drinks - they will definitely turn out to be tasty. We strongly recommend that you carry cash with you. The employees of the complex do not really welcome payment by terminal.
An adult ticket will cost 1,600 rubles and includes bistro-style meals.
"Amphibius"
The water park is located on the territory of the Vesna hotel, and its total area is about two hectares. The water complex is ready to offer its guests 16 interesting attractions, where extreme sports enthusiasts can expect 3 huge pipes with the terrifying name “Kamikaze”, and for those who are just learning to swim, there is a shallow pool with slides in the shape of animals. Those who get hungry while making extreme turns can replenish their energy in cafes or stalls with ice cream and drinks.
On a pleasant note: if you arrive in your own car, you can leave it in the free parking lot. Also on the territory of the water park there are a large number of shops with beach accessories - this is especially convenient if you were in a hurry and forgot a couple of things.
An adult ticket will cost 1,400 rubles.
General visiting rules
To avoid injuries and other unpleasant consequences, all visitors to water parks must strictly follow the rules for staying in them.
Usually these rules can be found at the entrance to the water park; they must be in a visible place, in the form of a stand or poster.
Most water parks use a so-called electronic bracelet, on which money is credited. The visitor can manage them without dealing with cash. The rest of the amount is withdrawn at the exit from the water park.
The bracelet also records the time spent in the water park if an hourly or minute rate is used.
The main points common to all water parks look like this:
- You should not visit the water park if you have health problems, cardiovascular disease or a cold.
- Drunk people, people with skin and eye diseases, visitors with animals, as well as those whose behavior contradicts accepted social norms are not allowed into water parks.
- Children can only enter the water parks if accompanied by adults.
By following these simple rules, you will get good rest and positive emotions from your visit.
"Starfish"
The water park is located in the center of the resort village of Lazarevskoye and is a multifunctional complex of water attractions. Starfish is ideal for families with children and features 11 slides for all ages. Among the children's attractions, “Rafting” and “Free Fall” are especially attractive, where you can go down on inflatable rings.
Among the advantages:
- a safe water park for families with children, even very young ones;
- There are a sufficient number of food outlets on the territory.
There isn't much for adults without children to do at Starfish. But if you like a holiday in the format of a common matinee for children from five kindergartens at once, then you are welcome. An adult ticket for the whole day will cost 1250 rubles .
A child ticket will cost 1000 rubles.
Entertainment in the mountains
The avid hiker will find adventure anywhere. You can get your share of fun and diversify your holiday in the Sochi mountains by choosing a hot air balloon ride or a paragliding flight. Thrill-seekers will be able to test their strength in the famous Sochi Skypark or ride a zipline. Complete freedom of action, fresh mountain air, indescribable emotions from entertainment, picturesque views of mountains and rivers await you.
Balloon
A hot air balloon flight is an unusual way to see all the beauty of nature, and an amazing opportunity to see the Caucasus Mountains from a bird's eye view. Flights take place in the vicinity of Mount Akhun. The duration of the walk is 10 minutes, during which time you will have time to rise to a height of up to 50 meters. One basket can accommodate up to 4 people at a time. Balloon flights are permitted for children over 6 years of age. Ticket price: adult 1300 rubles, children (from 5 to 12 years old) 1200 rubles. When booking by appointment there is a discount of 300 rubles. Departure is from 17:00 to 18:30 on Saturday and Sunday. On the territory of the complex there is a cafe, an equestrian sports club, and even open-air cages where you can feed the animals. Address: Sochi, Progress village, st. Yubileinaya, 103/7. You can find out more on the official website or by calling +79892840040
Paraglider
A calm and smooth paragliding flight, enchanting views of mountains, waterfalls, rivers, plains and simply indescribable sensations. On average, the flight lasts 15-20 minutes. The starting point is at an altitude of +2200 meters, at the top station of the Vershina cable car. Anyone who has no medical contraindications is allowed to fly. Flight cost: 6,500 rubles if booked in advance (on a first-come, first-served basis, the price will be 7,500 rubles).
Skypark
The minimum cost of entry to the Skypark territory is 500 rubles (further, 1500 and 2000 rubles for additional services). Here you can try yourself on high-altitude rides, admire the stunning views from the observation deck and walk across the longest suspended pedestrian bridge in our country, being at an altitude of 207 meters above the ground. There are no age or weight restrictions. Opening hours: 10:00 – 17:30, daily. Place address: s. Kazachiy Brod, st. Krasnoflotskaya, 54 A. Details and reservations on the official website
Zipline
Imagine: a height of 200 meters, surrounded by forests and mountains, you are flying over the valley of a mountain river, reaching speeds of up to 70 km/h” - a truly spectacular and extreme attraction. Flight time is one minute. Anyone over 7 years of age can be targeted by trolls. Opening hours: from 10:00 until sunset. The cost for a child ticket is 1000 rubles, for an adult - 1500 rubles. Address: Solokhaul village, st. Noyabrskaya, 15. Details and reservations on the official website, or by phone +79284498885
Rodelbahn
Ride like a breeze in the mountains at a speed of 40 km/h and enjoy panoramic views of mountain resorts - come to Rosa Khutor. It offers a double sleigh with a hand brake and a distance and speed control system. Children from 5 to 18 years old are allowed accompanied by an adult. The cost of 1 circle is 990 rubles for 1 adult and 1440 rubles for an adult with a child. Opening hours: from 10:00 to 19:30. Address: Mountain Olympic Village at an altitude of 1100 meters. Details and reservations on the official website, or by phone +78005000555
"Nautilus"
The Nautilus water complex is considered one of the largest water parks.
It is located on an area of almost 3 hectares and is equipped for simultaneous recreation of more than two thousand people. In addition to the attractions, an additional range of health services is offered: a visit to the massage room or spinal correction procedures. For extreme sports enthusiasts, Nautilus has a Tsunami slide, from which you have to descend from a height of 14 meters. Of the minuses:
- there is no swimming pool for adults (the one that is called such will turn out to be a shallow puddle for a person taller than 170 cm);
- all services, except those included in the ticket, are paid (for all standard swimwear you will have to pay an extra symbolic 100 rubles).
An adult ticket for the whole day will cost 1200 rubles.
Entertainment at sea
A seaside holiday in Sochi can give a tourist not only a beautiful tan, but also a lot of exciting emotions. Here everyone can feel like a conqueror of water spaces or a sailor traveler. Measured yachting trips or extreme parachute flights over the surface of the water, jet skis, wakeboards and much more!
Jet skis
Powerful and fast jet skis will give you indescribable sensations and emotions. Riding is carried out under the supervision of an instructor (either independently or together with a specialist), in a specially designated area. You can ride a jet ski on different beaches in Sochi: Riviera, Mayak, Zhemchuzhina. The cost of water transport rental depends on the model of the jet ski and the rental period. The price for 10 minutes of riding starts from 2000 rubles. Hourly rental will start from 10,000 rubles. Rental points are open from the beginning of June to the end of September, except for stormy days. Direct phone numbers and addresses of rental points can be found here
Wakeboard
An extreme and no less popular form of active entertainment in Sochi. The official wakeboard stations can be counted on one hand; there is a cable wakeboard station in the city, as well as a station with an artificial wave. Other wake options: on a boat or on a yacht. Experienced instructors work with beginners and teach both basic basic and professional elements. Skiing season is from May to September. Details, addresses and contact information of wakeboard stations can be found here. Contact phone number for booking a wakeboard on a boat +79649450515
Flyboard
Do you want to hang in the air, do a somersault, fly like a real “Superman”, or dive like a dolphin? With experienced professional instructors, you will learn how to perform simple tricks the first time. Just recently, an official flyboard station opened in Sochi. A set of equipment (helmet, vest and wetsuit) is included in the price. For small riders there are boots from size 33. The basic power of the aquabike is 180 hp. A more powerful aquabike is available for professional riders and fans of extreme stunts. The cost is 4,500 rubles for a 20-minute flight. Details, addresses and contact information can be found on the flyboard page in Sochi. Flyboard booking contact number +79675551388.
Parasailing
Contrary to popular belief, parasailing is considered a safe form of extreme entertainment. You are reliably equipped, and a whole team of specialists is responsible for your safety. While the boat is moving, the parachute inflates and lifts you up to a height of 25 to 100 meters. From such a height you can truly appreciate all the beauties of the Black Sea coast. Parasailing operates from the beginning of June to the end of September during daylight hours, with the exception of stormy days. The location of the official parasailing points in Sochi is Riviera Beach (point administrator contact phone number +79649455308 - Anzor) and Mayak Beach (point administrator contact phone number +79183043681 - Rustam). The cost of a parachute flight on Riviera beach lasting 10 minutes will cost 4,000 rubles for 1 person, 6,000 rubles for 2 people and 8,000 rubles for 3 people; on Mayak beach the cost of a 10-minute flight is 3,500 rubles for 1 person, 5,000 rubles for 2 people and 7000 rubles for 3 people. Locations and addresses of points can be found here
Yacht rental
Anyone who prefers a calm and quiet type of holiday will receive incredible pleasure from a measured trip on a yacht. The minimum cost for an hourly rental of a yacht in Sochi will be 5,000 rubles. Children from 2 years old are allowed on board the yacht, accompanied by adults; trips with children under 2 years old are agreed upon in advance. You can take your own food and drinks with you. In calm weather, you can diversify your yacht trip with swimming, and also bring back the best photos from your vacation. Address: Seaport of Sochi, st. Voikova, 1. You can choose and rent a yacht in Sochi directly from the shipowner by calling +79885062056
"Lighthouse"
The Mayak water park, compared to the others, has the most convenient location: not far from the sea, next to the Festivalny concert hall. The children's water town will keep your child occupied for a long time and will allow you to relax near the pool on a sun lounger. And these are the only advantages that we could find.
Of the minuses:
- the water park is very small, and the ticket price is disproportionately high;
- for adults there is one more or less tolerable slide;
- towels are not provided;
- when descending from the most “extreme” slide, there is a chance to comb the bottom of the pool with your butt.
An adult ticket for the whole day will cost 1200 rubles.
Entertainment selections
Entertainment for children
- Yachts
- Balloon
- Park "Riviera
- Sochi Park
- Waterpark Galaxy
- Water park in Krasnaya Polyana
- Dolphinarium in the sea
Fun in summer
- Jet skis
- Wakeboard
- Flyboard
- Parasailing
- Yachts
- Balloon
- Paraglider
- Skypark
- Zipline
- Sochi Circuit
- Park "Riviera
- Sochi Park
- Car rental
- Waterpark Galaxy
- Water park in Krasnaya Polyana
- Dolphinarium in the sea
Entertainment in winter
- Yachts
- Skypark
- Zipline
- Sochi Circuit
- Park "Riviera
- Car rental
- Water park in Krasnaya Polyana
- Dolphinarium in the sea
"Galaxy"
A unique entertainment complex combined with water attractions awaits guests at the Galaxy water park. A swimming pool with excellent views of the mountains, as well as a hammam and a Finnish sauna on site will definitely make your stay as pleasant as possible. The price is not particularly bad: only 1000 rubles. in three hours.
But the harsh reality is that on the official website of the water park, immediately under a beautiful photograph of the complex, there is a cruel announcement stating that from July 25 to October 31, the children's playground "Africa", SPA, swimming pools "Nut", "Eight" will not operate in the water park. “Round”, “Mushroom” and the “Navigator” slide. It would seem that the complex is undergoing a small upgrade, but the next inscription is even sadder: “From September 30 to October 31, the water park will be closed.” The conclusion is this: the Galaxy water park is worth a visit, but, apparently, only closer to winter.
An adult ticket for three hours will cost 1,000 rubles.
Which water park in Sochi is worth visiting with two children aged 12 and 14?
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Sochi is a modern, actively developing resort city. Without a doubt, there are many places where you can go to Sochi with children for entertainment, and not just for a beach holiday. It is this diversity that raises many questions. I am especially interested in what kind of entertainment is the most interesting, will not disappoint, and will bring joy to adults and children.
What to do in rain or bad weather
Bad weather is not a reason to stay in a hotel, even if it has an indoor heated pool (our article about such hotels). What to do with a child in Sochi on a rainy day:
- spend time at the trampoline center;
- visit the Sirius Science and Culture Park, where you can spend the whole day at concerts, master classes, educational excursions and interesting laboratories;
- send your child to the Ostrovok children's club, where he will have fun and spend time usefully in developmental activities;
- sign up for the toy library at the iQS smart toy store or at the Unicum Kids educational games club.
- sit in a cafe - many have children's play areas and babysitters.
There are a lot of really cool children's playrooms in Sochi shopping and entertainment complexes, most of which can leave your baby for a couple of hours. Children's playgrounds in shopping centers in Sochi:
Where to go in Sochi with children to interact with animals
An educational, exciting, interesting opportunity for parents and children to spend time on an island of wildlife. Most importantly, the resort city offers several options for such leisure activities.
Sochi Dolphinarium
Open all year round since September 2012. One of those places where you can go in Sochi with children for free.
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Children up to five years old, admission is free. Another good news is that the dolphinarium allows you to freely take photographs and shoot videos without requiring additional payment.
Sochi Dolphinarium
Big Sochi Dolphinarium Dolphin therapy
The Dolphinarium is located on the territory of a large park. And it also includes: “Rio”, a petting zoo. Penguinarium. Exhibition room of tropical butterflies. Interactive educational museum (“Inside Man”). Robotics room. Museum "GeniUm".
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Opening hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00–20:00
Ticket price: complex for different venues from 550 to 1300 rubles.
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Sochi Discovery World Aquarium
A stunning collection of all the marine life that can be seen in their natural habitat.
The oceanarium was designed very well. Contact with the inhabitants of the seas and oceans, exotic freshwater inhabitants, seems as reliable as possible.
Sochi Discovery World Aquarium
All the interesting features of the tropics are conveyed - waterfalls, wild forests, rocks. Bridges are built across freshwater lakes where carp live.
The underwater kingdom awaits its visitors. Most importantly, children under four years old enter the aquarium for free. This is another reason to choose this site for leisure.
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Opening hours: Wednesday-Sunday 10:00–18:00
Ticket price: from 400 to 800 rubles.
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Sochi National Park
Even before the creation of a national park on the vast territory, there were a huge number of natural monuments in this area.
The park is divided into thematic zones, each of which represents a special piece of nature. Including man-made beauty. "Arboretum". It is considered an iconic place in Sochi.
Sochi National Park
This is the “green heart” of the resort city. And this is absolutely fair. In addition to the usual oaks and pines, there are many rare exotics on the territory of the arboretum. Landscape-geographical departments.
Traditional Caucasian flora, in addition, the subtropics of North America, East Asia, Australia and New Zealand are represented here.
Villa “Nadezhda” is the center of the park, a permanent venue for exhibitions, concerts and creative evenings.
Where to go in Sochi with children for free if they are under 7 years old - of course, to the National Park.
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Opening hours : daily, 8:00–18:00
Ticket prices : from 100 to 300 rubles.
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Organization of holidays
You can order animators, soap bubble shows, face painting and much more, including paying for the service of organizing a turnkey children's birthday party in several companies in Sochi:
The best indoor water parks in Sochi
Indoor water parks can be visited at any time of the year. They maintain a comfortable microclimate inside. They usually have a smaller area than open complexes.
AquaLoo
water park (Sochi): 5.0
Unlike previous participants in the rating, AquaLoo operates all year round. It is located in the village of Loo and occupies about 20 thousand square meters. meters. There are as many as 10 swimming pools, waterfalls and a jacuzzi.
The ticket price includes use of the toilet, shower, all slides and one order of food at the Lazurny restaurant. The water park has attractions for those who want extreme sports - “Kamikaze” and “Free Fall”, and there is an area for children.
In summer, tourists enjoy the beautiful scenery from the open side, and in winter they have fun in the indoor park. AquaLoo is open from 10 am to 10 pm. A male or female ticket costs 1,000 rubles on weekdays and 1,200 on weekends.
Children under seven years old can enter for free.
Advantages
- many different slides;
- children's area;
- closes at 10 pm;
- free food with ticket;
- free entry for the birthday boy.
Mountain Besch
water park (Sochi): 4.9
The water park operating in Krasnaya Polyana continues its rating. It is designed in the form of a beach and is located on the shore of a lake. The transparent roof allows you to visit this place even in winter. Most of the area is covered with beautiful sand. Mountain Besch is praised for the widest swimming pool, the presence of a sauna and jacuzzi, and areas for sports games.
Fans of extreme sports may not like it here; most of the attractions are suitable for children and teenagers. They are slow and low. The establishment is open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Adult admission costs 1,200 rubles, children’s entry costs 800 rubles. Children have free admission on their birthday.
Galaxy
water park (Sochi): 4.8
The Galaktika entertainment complex offers its clients a unique water amusement park for every taste. There are 4 steep slides, waterfalls and Jacuzzis, fountains and more than 10 swimming pools. Kids can have fun in the children's town "Africa".
The most important advantage of the park is that it operates 12 months a year. From here you can see a magnificent view of the mountains. If you wish, you can visit the bathhouse and hammam. There is a herbal bar with herbal teas and oxygen cocktails. A child's pass for the whole day costs 1,300 rubles, an adult - 1,700 rubles. Opening hours: every day from 10-00 to 23-00.
Excursions for children
Excursions to Sochi that may be of interest to a child:
Classic – sightseeing tour of Sochi, Evening Olympic Park, Krasnaya Polyana, Trip to Abkhazia.
To nature - Agur Gorge and Mount Akhun, Valley of Legends, 33 waterfalls, Vorontsov Caves, Lake Ritsa, Krasnaya Polyana waterfalls.
Non-standard – In the footsteps of Old Man Hottabych, History of Sochi tea growing, Gastronomic tour.
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