The cute seaside town of Gelendzhik, hidden in a cozy bay at the foot of the Caucasus Mountains, greets you with sun and pebble beaches. Oriental sweets are sold everywhere, and on the embankment there is a celebration of life with fiery songs, promising a fun and unique vacation. The resort has especially won the love of family travelers: well-maintained, green, safe.
The bustling tourist city is filled to capacity with entertainment spots for families.
However, Gelendzhik is not limited to one locality. The resort also covers neighboring villages - Arkhipo-Osipovka, Kabardinka, Divnomorskoye, Dzhanhot, Beregovoye, etc. Where to go on an excursion or just for an unusual experience, the question does not even arise. Each one has something incredibly interesting.
Water parks
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The water park can give a lot of pleasure to both kids and adults. Gelendzhik has three water establishments with exciting rides and small slides for the youngest visitors. They have a very convenient location - within the city beach, you don’t have to waste time traveling, building routes and thinking about how to get there.
Water park "Dolphin" is a cozy, calm place , where it is better to go with a kindergarten child or a child of primary school age. Teenagers and parents are unlikely to be interested in the modest selection of attractions, although there are still some extreme ones. "Dolphin" offers a total of eight slides, including "Multislide", "Multiflex", and "Toboggan".
In the center of the city, next to the sea, literally 100 meters from the water, lies “Behemoth”. There are already 17 slides, a scattering of fountains, small pools and water pistols. The children are amused by the never-duper clowns.
Well, at the service of the most advanced “users” of water parks – “Golden Bay”. This is the largest water amusement park in Russia and even Europe, which in itself attracts attention. It is worth considering that the prices are appropriate.
“Golden Bay” greets you with a dizzying style and beautiful landscape design; the green ensemble includes an arboretum of hundreds of plants from all over the world . Unusual and beautiful! The infrastructure for recreation with the whole family is thought out to the smallest detail: cafes, ice cream parlors, relaxation areas.
The water park is a mix of 49 slides, 69 descents and a dozen water attractions . The center of attraction becomes a pirate ship with ornate slides and descents. Unfortunately, entertainment is not available for children under 93 cm . Little visitors have to walk around the territory with their dads and moms and splash around in the safe pools. By the way, there are water tanks for every taste: with waves, hydromassage, rope tow, dry with balls.
Gelendzhik water park Dolphin 2015
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Entertainment complex "Olympus"
The Olympus amusement and amusement park is divided into two parts: lower and upper. The Lower Park is a unique place where you can go with your child in Gelendzhik to touch and feed the animals, learn the secrets of the most ancient animals, see how reptiles are raised and learn many interesting facts about them.
Here we have:
- an exhibition of exotic animals in the Call of the Jungle terrarium and petting zoo;
- crocodile farm;
- Museum of Paleontology;
- fishing on Lake Aya;
- sports cafe, bistro, tasting room;
- cinema, concert hall for 3,500 spectators, disco, bowling alley;
- bath house.
The upper part of the park is located on top of the Markotkh ridge. The main attractions and entertainment are located here. They are designed for children of all ages and adults.
At the very top of the mountain there is a Ferris Wheel with open cabins. From its height, according to reviews, it offers a breathtaking view of the city and the park. Older children will be interested in horseback riding, jeep riding, and fishing on a mountain lake. But the most important attraction of Olympus is the cable car that connects the two parts of the park. The observation deck is located at an altitude of 600 m above sea level, the ascent time is 15 minutes.
Crocodile farm
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Every resort in Russia must have its own crocodile farm. So Gelendzhik did not stand aside, or rather its surroundings. The cradle of toothy creatures has settled in Arkhipo-Osipovka, where you can get there by bus or taxi. Unusual specimens have been collected from different parts of Africa, including endangered species that are quite difficult to find anywhere else.
Huge predators, as usual, bask in the sun. Some reach more than two meters in length - an impressive sight. The kids will probably enjoy watching the little crocodiles more. They, as befits children, splash in the shallow pool. In total, about 50 toothy creatures live on the farm. The guides can tell you something interesting about each one, and generally give information about the characteristics of reptiles.
The highlight of the program are funny musical shows in which hulking crocodiles take an active part. They are kept company by monitor lizards and snakes, also living on the farm.
The crocodile farm is open only in the warm season; in mid-autumn the animals are moved indoors, where they safely winter without prying eyes until spring.
Crocodile farm in Gelendzhik.
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There are many crocodiles in Arkhipo-Osipovka. Summer 2022.
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Crocodile show Arkhipo-Osipovka 2015
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Safari Park
This, according to tourists, is a great place to relax. When thinking about where to go in Gelendzhik with children, go here to enjoy picturesque views of the bay and mountains, ride a cable car, see unique animals, visit the exhibition “From the Depth of Ages and Waters” and visit an artificial cave.
The Safari Park is located at the top of the Markotkh ridge. The territory of 156 hectares is surrounded by coniferous and deciduous trees, so there is always a pleasant coolness here. This place is a rehabilitation center for animals that came here from the circus, from photographers, or were abandoned by their former owners. In the park you can see bears, deer, tigers, black sheep, lions and other animals and rare birds. They all live in conditions as close as possible to their natural habitat.
Museum of Entertaining Sciences "ExperimentUm"
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Parents who are raising little Einstein are advised on travel forums to first of all include a museum of entertaining sciences in their vacation program. However, once in ExperimentUm, moms and dads will run to the exhibits faster than their own children - it’s impossible to resist, it’s so captivating.
The interactive museum is replete with puzzles, pendulums, and labyrinths. This is a place of complete freedom, where you can touch everything around you . Pendulums of Maxwell and Newton, a pendulum-cart that always ends up in different places in the hall, dielectrics... You can’t count everything.
Check out the Noisy Room, which introduces you to the nature of sound. The whole family can perform their own composition using pots, singing pipes and drums.
Brave dreamers who want to control lightning will be taught this skill, and will be given a Tesla plasma ball to help. The optical illusions collected in the Illusion hall will make you believe in the unreal. The Van de Graaff generator will literally make your hair stand on end, and the Ames chair will turn you into Lilliputian or Gulliver - whatever you want. The founders of the museum managed to prove: science is simpler than you think .
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Dolphinarium
Another chance to see unique animals and watch a spectacular performance is a visit to the dolphinarium. Here you can see an interesting show with the participation of dolphins and other sea inhabitants: dancing on the water, singing, acrobatic stunts, painting - these performances, according to visitors, will not leave anyone indifferent, they will give pleasant emotions and vivid impressions.
At the end of the show, viewers will have the opportunity to swim or take photos with the dolphins, as well as purchase a painting they painted.
Rope camp "Spider"
Who will like it:
active restless people and nature lovers.
Recommendations:
Wear comfortable sportswear and shoes.
Entrance ticket price:
Attraction "Trolls" - 400 rubles, with an instructor - 500 rubles, children's "Trolls" (15 m) - 150 rubles. Rope town – 200 rubles, children’s – 100 rubles. Swing – 100 rub/3 min. Paintball – 500 RUR/100 balls and uniform.
Rope park address:
Gelendzhik, Vozrozhdenie village, Soft gap, Achibs river valley. GPS coordinates: 44.545142, 38.234511.
Telephone:
For fun and active recreation in nature, come to the “Resort Active Hobbies Park” in Gelendzhik. Abbreviated as "SPIDER". Forest trails, bungee jumps and swings, trolls, rock climbing and overcoming obstacles, archery, treasure hunting, tightrope walking, rope playground, children's karting "Buggies" and even paintball are just a small part of the park's entertainment. Children and adults love this place for the fresh air, fun and extreme rides, as well as the opportunity to jump and run around to their heart's content.
The park is located outside the city, away from noisy city roads, in the village of Vozrozhdenie. Equipped gazebos with barbecues are perfect for a family picnic. The price for renting a gazebo with barbecue is 1000 rubles. for the whole day.
All equipment in the park has ROST quality certificates and European CE and UIAA certificates, produced by leading global companies such as PETZL, BEALKONG, etc. The quality of equipment and insurance equipment, together with the highly qualified instructors, guarantees the safety of visitors.
How to organize your meals on vacation
Food is of no small importance at sea, and especially when vacationing with children. Eating in restaurants and coastal cafes is a bit expensive for the average family with children.
However, local canteens can become an alternative. Canteens operate according to the Soviet style, but many of them have modern equipment and equipment. The canteens will offer you a large selection of different dishes. You can try Russian, Georgian, Asian cuisine, according to your taste and choice. In such canteens, as a rule, there are always a lot of people, so the dishes here are always fresh. And from a variety of dishes, you can independently create a healthy menu for your child.
Of course, you, like many tourists, will not be able to pass by fast food, the stalls of which are usually located on the central and embankment streets. It is worth trying the food prepared before your eyes, especially when relaxing with children, you will not be able to pass by such stalls.
The safest and most budget-friendly option would be to cook your own food. To prepare food, it would be more advisable to purchase food from large supermarkets rather than from small stores near your home. Or early in the morning at local markets, but provided that you are well versed in the freshness of products. You can also buy a variety of fresh vegetables and fruits at the market.
It is IMPORTANT to be careful and not buy food for children on the beach “from hand”. For many parents, it is difficult to refuse a child a treat, especially since children become more active in terms of requests after an active sea holiday. But health is more important!
Parasailing in Gelendzhik
Who will like it:
those who have always dreamed of flying like a bird, admiring nature from a bird's eye view and screaming with delight.
Recommendations:
children from 5 years old. There are double and triple parasails - take the whole family on a ride! The permissible group weight is up to 150 kg, on some parachutes - up to 170 kg. It is better to book a walk in advance and agree on all conditions with the organizers. There are many offers on the Internet with predetermined prices and conditions.
Flight price:
the price of 1 flight lasting 7-10 minutes starts from 2,500 rubles. for 1 person, at the height of the summer season the price can reach 4,000 rubles. per person. The price includes a boat trip.
Parasail launch location:
by agreement with the organizer - any of the beaches in the central part of Gelendzhik.
Parasailing is like parachuting, only safer, but no less exciting. This is an incredible adventure that threatens to become the brightest and most memorable moment of your vacation, you just have to decide! Adrenaline, a feeling of flight and freedom, joy, euphoria and incredible beauty await you - the Blue Bay of Gelendzhik will open up from a bird's eye view.
A big plus of parasailing is the opportunity to fly as a couple, with a friend, loved one or with the whole family. Sharing bright emotions with loved ones, creating new memories, is always more pleasant. Plus, flying together is not as scary as flying alone.
Parasailing begins with the boat moving away from the shore at a sufficient distance. Your parachute is then attached to it. A boat running on the sea waves picks up speed, the driver loosens the cable, and the parachute smoothly picks you up, lifting you 150 meters above the sea. The landing also happens smoothly, the cable tightens, returning the parachute back and you land on the boat.
Waterfalls and dolmens
The village of Vozrozhdenie is located 14 km from Gelendzhik. This is a famous tourist place in Gelendzhik, where you should definitely go with children.
An excursion along the Zhane River valley is a unique opportunity to see picturesque waterfalls and dolmens. The route is not difficult, even children of middle school age can overcome it. Here the child will have a great opportunity to feel like a pioneer. But most of all, according to reviews, children like swimming in waterfalls.
It is better to go to Pshad waterfalls (another famous attraction of Gelendzhik) with children of older preschool age. Here the route is more difficult, it runs between the mountain peaks of Pshada and Papai. They say that Pshad dolmens (ancient architectural structures) have magical powers. Therefore, many vacationers come here to recharge their energy and meditate.
Central embankment and art objects
The center of resort life is the Central Embankment in Gelendzhik, where you should definitely go with children. There is a lot of children's entertainment here: rides, trampolines, playgrounds and other entertainment facilities. The length of the embankment is 14 kilometers. From here you can always go to the beach, where there is also a lot of entertainment for children. In the central part the beach is sandy with a gentle entrance to the sea.
A separate attraction on the embankment is the landscape design and the following unique art objects:
- "Mermaid" (on the branches);
- "Cat Scientist";
- "Assol and Scarlet Sails";
- "Tourist";
- "Lighthouse Keeper"
- "Doctor Aibolit" and so on.
