For many years now, the Black Sea coast has attracted hundreds of thousands of tourists. Many of them, having once visited any of the resorts of this warm reservoir, will never agree to exchange these beauties for overseas counterparts. One of the most striking Black Sea holiday oases is Gelendzhik. In addition to sandy beaches, the gentle sea, an abundance of solar heat, this resort is famous for its mineral springs. That is why tourists come here not only to relax, but also to improve their health.
Huge expanses for relaxation
On the territory of this paradise town there are more than two hundred sanatoriums, boarding houses, hotels and other similar institutions that can accommodate more than forty thousand guests from all over the world. The private sector is also quite highly developed in the field of tourist reception. Numerous houses and small hotels like mushrooms after the rain are scattered in the resort. Private establishments are also able to accommodate more than forty thousand tourists. Travelers have a great time relaxing on a soft sand warmed by the sun near the coastal waves caressing the ears. However, almost every vacationer wants to know what kind of entertainment there is in Gelendzhik.
Water and land activities: carnival of the opening season
Like any other city on the Black Sea coast, this resort is famous for its rich program and variety of options for active and passive leisure. Entertainment in Gelendzhik can be safely divided into two categories: water and land. Both this and the other species have many pastime options. Let's start with the land. Each resort, and Gelendzhik is no exception, annually celebrates the opening of the season. And if in some settlements of the coastal strip this festival is not too noisy, then there is a category of cities that are completely and for a long time immersed in the exciting atmosphere of this celebration. With a similar fest, a full-fledged holiday in Gelendzhik begins . Entertainment of various kinds take place during this period in the territory of the famous resort. The opening of the season begins, as a rule, in early June and lasts for several days. Masquerade ball, theatrical performances, attractions, exhibitions, fairs, pop star performances, festive costume carnival and, of course, magnificent fireworks in their beauty - all this and many other events are held in Gelendzhik this month.
Safari Park
If you didn’t have time to get to the opening of the season, then in any case other attractions and attractions in Gelendzhik are provided for your attention. On the southern slope of the Markotkh Range there is a wonderful safari park. Here, in semi-free conditions, many wild animals live. Man in no way prevents our smaller brothers from relaxing and enjoying life. The enclosures in which they are kept are very spacious. Animals are disturbed only for cleaning and feeding. Lions, tigers, cougar, lynx, roe deer, wolves, peacocks and many other animals are very friendly towards guests.
Olympus Park
In addition to exploring the wildlife, visitors can ride a cable car and see for themselves a wonderful panorama of the city. At the foot of the Markotkh Range there is an amazing Olimp Park. Here the visitor is given a great chance to experience the most interesting entertainments in Gelendzhik. Photos of magical attractions, wonderful landscapes, paragliding and balloons will warm you with warmth in the long evenings. Here you can ride jeeps, horses and mountain bikes. Amazing panorama of the city opens to guests of the resort with a cableway length of 1140 meters. From sixty meters above sea level , a breathtaking view of the sea and the coastal territory of the resort opens before your eyes. However, entertainment does not end here. In Gelendzhik, in the Olimp Park, daily after sunset, various show programs are held, and at the very end of the day, guests will find amazing fireworks. The huge in size institution can accommodate many guests who are ready to enjoy magnificent productions and active leisure. And many restaurants and cafes will be happy to satisfy their visitors.
Park "SPIDER"
For lovers of outdoor activities at the resort there are also extreme entertainment. In Gelendzhik, in the village of Renaissance, there is a park called “SPIDER”. Here, lovers of movement and sports entertainment can shoot from archery, crossbow, master a game called paintball, ride on bugs and the Troll attraction. On the territory of the park there is a platform for camping, a platform with barbecue facilities installed on it and other necessary equipment for a picnic.
Water parks
Land excursions and entertainment in Gelendzhik are perfectly combined with water activities. In addition to swimming in the sea, guests of the resort can plunge into the atmosphere of joy and indefatigable fun in the water park "Dolphin". There are many slides and pools awaiting visitors. Even the smallest guests can fully enjoy the shallow artificial ponds, fungi and umbrellas.
In addition to the water park "Dolphin", in the resort there are two more similar institutions called "Hippo" and "Golden Bay". The latter is the largest in Russia. On the territory of the water park "Golden Bay" are the best and most popular attractions that are widespread throughout the world. There is also a diving center. Cafeterias, many pools, playgrounds and many other entertainments will not leave indifferent any visitor.
Other entertainment
Guests of the resort can enjoy stunning shows in the dolphinarium, learn the underwater world in the aquarium, learn to snorkel and dive. In addition, Gelendzhik has a rich and very interesting history. Curious tourists will be interested in trips to the resort's museums, trips to memorable and historical places. Dolmens, waterfalls, parks and other amazing places are always happy to share their rich history and beauty with travelers.
Lovers of nightlife will be surprised and inspired by the many bars and clubs that operate until the morning. Gelendzhik is a holiday city. There is plenty of entertainment for every taste. Not a single person leaves this resort without enthusiastic memories.