The Black Sea coast is famous not only for large cities with well-developed infrastructure, but also for small resort villages, the relaxation of which can be no less pleasant. Arkhipo-Osipovka is quite popular with tourists, reviews of which describe it as a place for a relaxing and comfortable vacation.
The village is located several tens of kilometers south of Gelendzhik, in the direction of Tuapse, right on the Black Sea coast, among the picturesque hills. In Arkhipo-Osipovka, the climate is similar to the Mediterranean, which distinguishes the resorts of Nice. The North Caucasus mountains protect the village from cold winds. Most of the time it is warm and sunny, so many tourists believe that one of the best Black Sea resorts is Arkhipo-Osipovka. Reviews note that the swimming season here usually lasts from May to October.
The pebbly and sandy beach of the village is quite long, more than a kilometer. The bottom of the sea is shallow, shallow, therefore it is a great place to relax with children. In the summer, well-warmed water will bring a lot of pleasure to both adults and kids. The rivers Teshebs and Vulan flow into the sea at this place. Moreover, the place from the mouth of the latter to the beach of Betta is one of the best on the Black Sea coast for diving.
For those who prefer a vacation in Arkhipo-Osipovka, reviews recommend visiting a dolmen excursion, the mystery of which has not yet been solved, and at waterfalls. In addition, not far from the village, the shafts of the Mikhailovsky fortification dating back to the end of the 19th century were preserved. For tourists, a large number of entertainments are organized on the beach, including water slides, attractions, parachuting, jumping over the sea, etc.
Not far from Arkhipka, as the locals affectionately call it, there is a dolphinarium and a large water park. In the evening, open-air discos operate on the promenade. You can just sit in a cafe with pleasant light music, admiring the opened sea view.
Currently, the village has a fairly developed infrastructure, despite its small territory. Tourists here can stay in resorts, small hotels and recreation centers. Campsites offer their services, which allow you to combine the romantic atmosphere of a "wild" holiday with modern amenities.
Among others, it is worth mentioning the Arkhipo-Osipovka sanatorium, reviews of which mark it as an inexpensive but comfortable establishment in which you can not only relax, but also undergo treatment or prevention of many diseases. Here tourists are offered accommodation in family or single rooms. Excursion tours are organized for the guests of the sanatorium. The price includes food in the dining room of the institution, which has a delicious cuisine, very close to home.
Inexpensive mini-hotels also offer quality accommodation with all amenities at a low cost. Those who prefer the village of Arkhipo-Osipovka to relax, leave reviews about the time spent here mostly positive. Despite the fact that this option is quite budget, a vacation spent in this place will leave only pleasant memories.
Along the promenade are small cafes and restaurants where you can have a bite to eat at any convenient time. One cannot but mention the local market, rich in fresh vegetables and fruits. Given that most products are grown in the Kuban, they are not only healthy and tasty, but also offered at a price affordable for any wallet.
Arkhipo-Osipovka resort reviews have, noting, mainly, the benefits of staying here. Those who rested in the village subsequently return again to this calm and quiet place, which, however, has all the advantages of large resorts, including a fairly developed infrastructure.