The dolphinarium in Batumi has long been considered one of the largest and most interesting entertainment facilities in its category throughout Georgia. Recently, the famous show of marine animals has found permanent residence in a new building that meets all modern standards. What is interesting about the dolphinarium program and how much does a ticket for a performance cost?
Historical reference
Batumi Dolphinarium is unique in that it is the very first in the USSR. The official opening date of this entertainment facility is considered to be 1975. The dolphinarium building was built by the famous architect Douglas Zamtaradze. The new attraction quickly became the pride and symbol of the city. The inhabitants of Batumi and tourists liked the dolphinarium, each of its performances was held with a real full house. Over a long period of time, this entertainment facility was considered one of the most modern and interesting in the entire USSR. The dolphinarium in Batumi worked exactly 20 years and was closed in 1995. The main reason for the termination of the show of marine animals are economic problems. Be that as it may, the dolphins were transported to Cyprus and continued their careers at the local dolphinarium.
The updated dolphinarium is waiting for guests!
In 2006, the question was raised about the resumption of performances with the participation of marine animals in Batumi. The old dolphinarium building was found to be very dilapidated. After its demolition, work began on the construction of a new modern complex. In 2009, the grand opening of the constructed dolphinarium took place. The project was implemented at the expense of private investors. In the building there was a place for four large pools. The auditorium is an amphitheater with a glass canopy. Thanks to this solution, the performance is convenient to watch from any place and in any weather conditions. The interior is decorated with high-quality imitations of the natural environment. The authors of the project also took care of marine animals. The artists' comfort is provided by the modern Live Support System, which constantly filters water and controls its temperature. 700 spectators can watch the performance at a time, in the auditorium all conditions for people with disabilities are created.
Maritime artists and show program
The dolphinarium in Batumi pleases the audience with performances in which 8 dolphins participate at once, their names: Marco, Maya, Flippers, Zoro, Qiqi, Monica, Quiret and Nini. Remarkably, a pair of the smallest artists was born directly in the Batumi dolphinarium. It is difficult to imagine a marine show without pinnipeds. Four seals participate in the dolphinarium show program in Batumi. What tricks can viewers see during the show? Dolphins are animals that are very curious and playful by nature. Dolphinarium in Batumi delights guests with an original program, during which you can see ball games, jumping, dancing, tricks with hoops and many other interesting numbers.
Cost of tickets and additional services
Children under 6 years old can watch sea animals shows for free, accompanied by their parents. The entrance ticket for all visitors over 6 years old is 12 GEL (about 300 rubles). For an additional fee, you can take pictures and
swim with dolphins. A popular dolphinarium service is dolphin therapy. This is a special course program that has a healing effect on the human body. Dolphins communicate using ultrasonic waves, the range of which in its therapeutic effect surpasses modern medical devices. In addition, communication with these marine animals brings a lot of positive emotions. Dolphinarium in Batumi makes a schedule of dolphin therapy sessions individually, taking into account the wishes of each client. The cost of one medical lesson with dolphins is 60-160 GEL (about 1500-4000 rubles), depending on the age of the patient and medical indications. Dolphin therapy is recommended for general recovery, as well as in the presence of serious pathologies. Scientists have proved that regular communication with dolphins has a positive effect on disabled children and babies that are lagging behind in development from their peers.
Dolphinarium address and session schedule
Every tourist should watch a dolphin show while relaxing in Batumi. The dolphinarium has the following address: 51 Rustaveli Street. The entertainment complex is located on the territory of the May 6 city park, on the shores of Lake Nurigel. In the summer, performances are held twice a day: at 14.00 and 17.00. The day off is Monday. The mode of operation of the dolphinarium in Batumi changes with the beginning of autumn. At this time of year, performances are held once a day, at 17.00. Buy tickets in advance; during the active tourist season, tickets to the next show are not always available at the box office of the dolphinarium.