The Adler City Dolphinarium was founded in 1998 and can simultaneously accommodate up to 1000 people. The performances held here are annually attended by up to 150 thousand guests. This is one of the most popular attractions in the city. In dolphinariums are not only dolphins, but also other marine animals. Most visitors come here with children.
Architectural features of the dolphinarium
To visit the colorful and interesting performances, of course, it is worth everyone who came to rest in Sochi and Adler. The dolphinarium is divided into nine large sectors. One of them belongs to the VIP class. The hall is partially covered by a roof. Dolphinarium pool is quite large. Its diameter is 20 m. The depth is six meters.
Visit time
The very first performance took place at the dolphinarium on December 30, 1998. Since then, the animals perform here daily (except Monday) in the summer. The performance lasts 50-55 minutes. Performances are held three times a day. The beginning is at 11:00, 16:00 and at 18:00. You can get to the territory of the dolphinarium from ten in the morning. After the performance, those who wish can be photographed with those animals that they liked the most. Of course, you will have to pay for it separately. Many vacationers come closer to the "artists" of the dolphinarium to get a better look at them. In addition, you can purchase a video of the speech. Each performance is being filmed. In memory of a visit to Adler and this wonderful place, you can buy some original little thing in a souvenir shop.
Research work
Dolphinarium "Water Area" (Adler) is a branch of the Utrish Dolphinarium. The main scientific base is located between Anapa and Novorossiysk on the Black Sea coast in the village of Maly Utrish. The main activity of this research center is the popularization of scientific knowledge about various kinds of marine animals. Specialists of the Utrish Dolphinarium carry out the broadest work aimed at familiarizing the population with marine inhabitants of various species. Adler branch is the first specialized demonstration dolphinarium in Russia.
Dolphins
The true stars of the Aquatoria entertainment center are, of course, dolphins. A family of local graceful artists shows tricks with balls and hoops. In addition, these marine animals ride dolphinarium instructors on themselves. Very interesting is the number in which dolphins draw. Their creations, if desired, can be purchased as a keepsake. After submission, an auction is held.
The word "dolphin" from Greek translates as "friend." Quite real cases of rescue of drowning people by these animals are known. They belong to the order of cetaceans and live in many seas, oceans and rivers. These are unusually kind, beautiful and graceful animals, favorites of both children and adults. The Russians have a great opportunity to look at them, having arrived in Adler (Resort town). The dolphinarium is truly magnificent here. An unforgettable performance of six clever artists awaits you.
The average speed with which dolphins move in nature is 5-12 km / h. However, the fastest individuals can accelerate to 35 km / h. These marine animals live in packs. That is why their mutual assistance is so well developed. Other members of the flock can maintain a sick individual for a long time on their backs on the surface of the water. It is believed that it is to this instinct that some people owe their salvation.
Dolphins communicate among themselves by a whistle. It is very interesting that at birth, each member of the pack gives each baby its own name, which remains with him for life. This is actually a scientifically proven fact. The dolphin whose name it corresponds to always responds to the recorded whistle signal.
The brain weight of a dolphin is almost equal to the weight of a human brain. The heart in these animals, like in humans, is four-chambered. And the length of the dolphins is comparable with the growth of a person - 1.5-2 m. These animals breathe with the help of the lungs through the air. They can be under water for 7-15 minutes.
Seals and walrus
Tricks performed by fur seals are also very interesting. A room with a ball will surely appeal to both children and adults. The audience’s particular delight is the ability of cats to find a waterproof watch thrown there at the bottom of the pool . Recently, a dolphinarium in Sochi (Adler) acquired a new artist - a shy big walrus. In addition to a spectacular ball game, this interesting animal can play the saxophone.
Walruses are one of the largest pinniped marine mammals. The weight of an adult male can reach 1.7 tons, and females - 1.2 tons. The flippers of these interesting animals resemble human hands with five fingers. They feed on crayfish, shrimp, fish, shellfish. Very large individuals can even hunt small whales or fur seals. On land, walrus sometimes catches a bird. These animals live in groups of 10 or more. They can hold their breath under water for half an hour. Be sure to look at the most famous walrus of the cities of Sochi and Adler. Dolphinarium "Water Area" provides you with this wonderful opportunity.
Other animals
Also, two small white whales perform with their number. These are the most vocal dolphinarium artists. Whales can twitter, whistle, squeal and even tweet like birds. This interesting sight is definitely worth seeing for everyone who came to rest in Adler. Dolphinarium "Water Area" also gives an idea with the participation of other animals. His real calling card is considered the number of a seal-albatross and seal-seal. An interesting fact is that these two sea animals were saved from death in the wild. That is why they are recognized favorites of dolphinarium staff.
Sea lions weighing more than a ton are simply shocked by their plasticity and grace. Not bad they move not only in water but also on land, deftly acting with the front fins. A very interesting room with hoops, which these animals show. Also, lions can jump through the ring and even get up to their full height, which causes genuine delight in children. At the end of the performance, they do this trick and at the same time bow to the audience.
It takes more than a year to train each animal. Dolphinarium instructors are constantly updating the program of performance. Therefore, you can visit this entertainment center repeatedly. Dolphinarium (Adler), whose photo will decorate the family album, is always glad to its guests.
What other activities in the dolphinarium are there?
In addition to watching an unforgettable interesting performance, children whose parents bought a ticket to the Aquatoria Dolphinarium can jump on an inflatable trampoline or play with the characters of animated films. Be sure to come with children to Adler. The dolphinarium of this city is a really interesting place. Among other things, you can visit the cafe operating on its territory. Its menu will certainly appeal to your children.
Ticket price
Kids under three years old are allowed to perform for free. Adults and older children will have to pay 500 p. in case they want to watch the performance from the top rows. However, of course, it is more interesting to watch the performance of animals, being closer to them. For this you will have to overpay just 100 p. A ticket for the lower two rows costs 600 p. Discount tickets are also on sale. They cost 250 p.
Dolphinarium (Adler): how to get there?
You can get to the Adler Dolphinarium by any minibus or bus going from Sochi to Adler. Exit should be at the stop "Sanatorium" Izvestia "". Dolphinarium address: Adler, Lenin Street, 219.