Today there are many attractions and attractions that can be visited with the whole family. A favorite place is considered to be a water park. In the article we will talk about the water park, which is located in the northern capital of Russia - St. Petersburg. Many will ask: "Why is it he?" Waterville Waterpark is the largest water complex in the city on the Neva. Its area is more than 14,000 square meters. m
Description of the complex
Waterville water complex was opened in 2006. It was he who became the first containing the largest number of attractions. This complex is located on Vasilievsky Island, not far from the Pribaltiyskaya Hotel. Waterpark Waterville has three huge pools with artificial wave and slides. In addition, there are small massage pools in which you can relax and just relax. When visiting this water park, people have a unique opportunity to visit not very ordinary attractions. For example, one of the pools has a “shore”, which is made in the form of a cliff. It is designed for climbing. The second will appeal to diving enthusiasts - the attraction creates the illusion of scuba diving with the inhabitants and vegetation of the Red Sea. Waterpark in St. Petersburg "Waterville" has at its disposal an extensive bath complex, designed for lovers of relaxation. After such a procedure (and not only), a person will necessarily get an appetite, which can be pacified in the restaurant “Port de Ville”. And in order for the memories of this beautiful place to remain not only in the memory of visitors, you can order a photo shoot, which will then allow you to relive the wonderful hours for a long time after time.
Slides
Waterpark "Waterville" places on its territory 8 slides of varying complexity and extremeness. Let's take a closer look at each:
- The Chatterbox - it is considered an extremely unpredictable slide, its length is 54.1 meters, and the angle is 13%;
- “Pokatushka” - this hill is the most fun, its length is 32.8 meters, and the slope angle is 21%;
- "Whirlpool" - is rightfully considered the most extreme slide, although its length is only 26.2 meters, but the slope angle is 28%;
- "Serpentinka" - this hill is distinguished by the speed of flight through winding labyrinths, its length is 47.9 meters, and its slope is 14%;
- "Clutter" - the length of this hill is 37.4 meters, and the angle of inclination is 18%, its difference from others lies in the speed of descent;
- “Fatty” - this slide will appeal to noisy companies, because its size allows several visitors to come down at the same time. The height of this slide is 2.6 meters;
- "Eyelet": this slide is a favorite place of all the children present in the water park, its length is 17.2 meters.
Pools
There are three pools in the Waterville water complex. What are they and what are unique? The first is a swimming pool with a wall for mountaineering, another is an entertaining one, whose depth is 14 meters and an area of 125 square meters. m, and the "Big Wave", in which the wave height reaches a meter. The depth of the last 1.6 meters, and an area of 350 square meters. In addition, Waterville Waterpark has a number of hydromassage pools. The complex is equipped with hydromassage bathtubs. Especially for children, a separate pool "Bay of Barakhta" is organized. Its depth is from 0.4 to 0.8 meters, and the area is 106 square meters. m. Also, children, and not only, will enjoy the unique rainbow lake into which the aquarium is built. When swimming, it creates the illusion that a person swims in the Red Sea. This effect is obtained due to the exotic fish placed here. In addition, in this “bay” there are two rivers with rapids and drops, 89 and 50 meters long. One of them is distinguished by the speed of the current, and the second by a quiet backwater. But it’s worth considering one point: as in the entire water park, the water in this pool contains chlorine, so people prone to allergies should be careful.
Additional services
Not so long ago, a new procedure appeared in the water park - peeling with fish. This procedure consists in the fact that for 30 minutes the fish of Garra Rufa bite the feet of visitors. The bath complex present on the territory will satisfy the demand of the most avid smoker. It offers Turkish, Russian and Native American baths, as well as a Finnish sauna. At the request of each guest can look into the bars or restaurant "Port de Ville". Present at the water park and shops with sporting goods and bathing accessories.
Rates
It's time to find out the cost of all of the above entertainment. Ticket price for Waterville Waterpark on weekdays is:
- for adults - 880 rubles;
- for children - 600 rubles (this amount involves a visit to the water park without a time limit).
If this amount is too large, then you can visit the entertainment complex for four hours. The cost of tickets in this case for adults will be 780 rubles, for children - 550 rubles. Naturally, the price on weekends and holidays increases significantly. In these cases, it amounts to 1270 rubles for an adult and 880 rubles for a child without time limits. A 4-hour visit will cost 1050 rubles for adults and 750 for children. The price of each ticket includes the use of a jacuzzi, pools and slides, a bath complex and, if necessary, a hairdryer. Towels, a baby vest and food can be rented for a fee. There is also a solarium. All children under 4 years old can attend Waterville Waterpark for free. Younger guests from 5 to 12 years can pass on a children's ticket. The only thing in the complex is forbidden to use a personal camera for shooting.
Entertainment during the holidays
During the holidays, special entertainment programs are developed for children. For example, a fun "Quest program." It includes a treasure hunt, a descent from the top of a pirate grotto along the fast course of a "mountain" river, and so on. In addition, an outdoor exhibition of living tropical butterflies is organized for children in the lobby of the water park. And during the holidays, promotions are often held enough, discounts apply.
Reconstruction of the complex
Since January 16 this year, the water park has been closed for repairs. Many guests already in it were looking forward to visiting the Waterville Waterpark. "When will the complex be opened?" - This was the most common question asked by people who wanted to visit it. To the delight of visitors to the city on the Neva from the beginning of May it is again open for visits. All slides located in it underwent scheduled maintenance. Each attraction has been reconstructed. The slides were well polished, which would allow any visitor to develop a tremendous speed. Also, updates affected the bath complex and local bars and restaurants. In addition, a new animation program has started.
Interesting and useful information.
Each visitor who was looking forward to the opening with great impatience, the water park will provide a 50% discount on a second visit. In addition, a special event was held for students in honor of the opening. Until the end of the month (May), they had the opportunity to visit the water complex for just 500 rubles, plus each got an extra hour of free water entertainment. Do not ignore fans of extreme sports. Especially for them, the only attraction in the city "Spaceball Whirlpool" was opened.