Often, tourists vacationing in Gelendzhik as a family ask themselves a question: where in this city to spend time so that both children and adults enjoy it. We suggest paying attention to the Olympus Park in Gelendzhik. Here you will find a contact zoo, a children's town, numerous attractions, excellent fishing, jeeping, various recreational activities and cable car climbing!
Park appearance
Gelendzhik has long won the title of pearl of the Kuban. Every year several thousand tourists from all over the world come here. Of course, in order to remain steel the desired place to relax, the presence of only the sea is not enough. And therefore, new interesting sights appear in the city, the entertainment industry is improving. Actually, precisely for this reason, in 2005 the Olympus park appeared in Gelendzhik. The city authorities decided to build a complex on the slope of the Markotkh Range. Because of the cable car, stretching from the ground to the top, shrouded in clouds, the park got its name.
Walk on the "Olympus"
Guests of the resort city say: this attraction is one of the most interesting in the city. The park can be divided into two parts - the upper zone and the lower. In each part there is something to see. The guests of this object note: you can spend the whole day on your stay at Olympus! We offer you detailed information about the zones of the park.
Bottom part
There are many attractions in this area. Let's talk about the most interesting!
- Exotarium. The leading position, of course, is the kingdom of insects and reptiles. Fans of unusual representatives of the fauna will even find crocodiles here! A visit to the exotarium is included in the ticket price for the cable car (we will talk about prices in the Gelendzhik Olympus Park a bit later).
- Ayia lake and dolmens. Another unique attraction of the park that deserves attention is a small natural lake called Ayia. Beliefs say - this lake is filled with truly fabulous waters. The first part of the reservoir is filled with "living" water, in which each person who visited the tour can heal. The second part is full of "dead" water, it is believed that, bathing here, a person gives water all his illnesses and problems.
- Souvenir market. This place in Gelendzhik's Olympus Park is ideal for picking up small gifts for friends and acquaintances. In their reviews, tourists say: product prices are quite acceptable.
- Contact Zoo. Do you want to hold exotic birds in your hands, stroke an ostrich, look into a deer’s eyes? Be sure to go to a small menagerie located in the park! All animals are kept clean, and besides, special food can be purchased for them.
- Another attraction of the lower part of the Olimp Park in Gelendzhik is the tasting room. Here you can not only taste different types of wine, but also learn a lot about the wine-making craft. In addition, guests have the opportunity to purchase any drink they like in the wine shop, which is located nearby.
By the way, it is in the lower part of the park that the main adventure begins. From here, you can go by cable car to the top of the ridge. In one hour the cable car is able to transport 750 passengers. The journey lasts as long as 20 minutes, all this time full of positive emotions mixed with a share of adrenaline. It is worth noting that since the opening of the park there has not been a single accident.
Top part
Once on the top of the cliff, brave travelers can climb even higher, because there is a Ferris wheel here, the diameter of which is 25 m. In reviews of the Olympus park in Gelendzhik, tourists say: in the upper part of the park you can admire amazing views of the bay from observation platforms, have a bite to eat rent a jeep or horse. A lot of entertainment is provided for kids: the park has a huge game complex and dizzying rides.
Additional services
In addition to entertainment, the park offers its visitors a range of services. These include free parking, comfortable restrooms, a bathhouse. In addition, taverns and cafes are located around the perimeter, there are magnificent park areas with sculptural compositions. ATV rental works.
Olympus park in Gelendzhik: prices
From October 27, 2017, the cost of an adult complex ticket is 800 rubles, a children's ticket (for children from 5 to 11 years) will cost 400 rubles. Please note: Children under 5 years old visit the Olympus Park for free. For the indicated price you get a ticket for the cable car, to the contact zoo and exotarium.