Kabardinka is a small village with a mild microclimate on the Black Sea coast. Holidays with children in Kabardinka will be a great alternative for tourists wishing to visit Crimea. Low rainfall in summer, well-developed infrastructure, wild and equipped beaches, entertainment for children make the village very popular among vacationers.
Features:
The village of Kabardinka is located on the Black Sea coast near the resort town of Gelendzhik (12.5 km). It is located on the shore of the Tsemesskaya Bay, protected from the winds by the mountains. Warm water, forests and mountains create a special microclimate in this place, perfect for families with children.
A long strip of Kabardinka beaches stretches from the Nadezhda Hotel (Cape Doob) to the suburb of Novorossiysk (Cape Penay). Most of them are landscaped and belong to boarding houses, children's camps and sanatoriums.
Rest in the village is rightfully called "family". Why choose Kabardinka for families with children?
- There are no night discos and noisy open air parties. The nearest place with a developed infrastructure of night bars and discos is Gelendzhik.
- Unique landscape and variety of beaches: from small pebbles to wild, untouched boulders.
- Smooth descents into the water on any of the beaches - children can swim, parents can be calm.
- A gently sloping sandy or small-pebble bottom.
- The local air is considered medicinal due to the abundance of pine trees growing along the coast.
- Several canteens with fresh food for those who decide to stay in the private sector.
- A variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables from local farmers.
- There are several entertainment centers in a small area of the village: a water park, a rope park, an aquarium, an exotarium, a dolphinarium. This is important for tourists with children. Children cannot stand long distances; they need entertainment right here where they live.
- The cleanliness of the beaches is monitored - you will not find garbage in places where tourists gather.
Where to stay?
Several dozen boarding houses at once will accept tourists with children and offer comfortable conditions. Based on the reviews of vacationers with children, we offer a small selection of places where you can relax.
- Boarding houses... The tourists called the "Pearl of the Sea" the best boarding house for living with children. The second place was taken by the boarding house "Kabardinka", the third - "Prometheus".
- Hotels. Among the most comfortable places with developed infrastructure, tourists noted the five-star complex “Nadezhda. Spa and Sea Paradise "all inclusive". The second place was taken by the Achilleion Park boutique hotel. The third most popular hotel is the Platan Hotel.
- Private sector. Guest houses, campings, mini-hotels are an inexpensive vacation with children. Prices from 800 to 3500 rubles per room per day. More information can be found on search sites.
Important: read the latest reviews from tourists!
What to visit?
The small village does not offer much fun for children. However, it should be noted that playgrounds with recortan tracks are freely available throughout the territory. Several years ago, the administration of the Gelendzhik resort equipped all tourist sites with safe playgrounds for children.
So what should tourists with children visit?
- Installation "House upside down". Opened in 2013. You can get there by public transport to the "Eternal Flame" monument.
- Amusement complex "LunaPark". Carousels for children of all ages are located on the central embankment.
- "Knot", rope park. It is located on the territory of the "Pearl of the Sea" sanatorium. For primary and secondary schoolchildren there are nets, cable cars, rope ladders.
- "Old park". From the center of Kabardinka you can reach it on foot following the signs. On the territory there is an art museum, a copy of the amphitheater, a museum "Caucasian House" (especially interesting for boys), fountains, alleys, a Chinese pagoda and many more interesting entertainment for adults and children. There is a small cafe in the park. Behind the museum there is a vending machine for dispensing soft drinks and snacks.
- Museum-gallery of art glass... Children will be delighted with a hall with glass heroes of famous cartoons.
- Oceanarium. The compact room allowed to accommodate several types of starfish, exotic fish, small sharks, moray eels, etc. There is also an exotarium for lovers of reptiles.
- Open dolphinarium... Located on the central beach. Open only during the season - from May to October. In addition to dolphins, sea lions participate in the show.
- Water park "Ellada"... Located next to the dolphinarium. Slides, pools, sun loungers and cafes are safe for tourists with children.
- Dinopark. Lots of greenery, benches, rubble paths and 12 large dinosaur exhibits. There are several exhibits in which you can take original photos for memory, for example, shells.
How to get there?
There are several ways to get to the village.
- Plane to Gelendzhik or Anapa airport. Then take a taxi or take a bus.
- Train to Novorossiysk or Anapa. Further - by private transport or by bus.
- Bus from the European part of the Russian Federation.
- Personal car.
We recommend taking care of your transport in advance. Call a taxi before the plane or train arrives. It's easy: the phone numbers of the official taxi companies are available on the Internet or you can use a special mobile application.
The official taxi is equipped with seats and additional seat belts for transporting children.
Tips
Vacationers should know the following:
- It is better to order a taxi through an operator or a mobile application. Drivers at taxi ranks overestimate the cost of the trip by 1.5-2 times.
- Explore historical sites and dolmens with a guide
- The surroundings and outskirts of the year are best seen during the day, because they are more interesting.
- There is a well-developed pharmacy network in the village - you can easily buy any drug.
- Drink only bottled water.
- It is forbidden to wash fruits and vegetables with sea water.
- Buy special rubber or silicone shoes for your baby. Most of the beaches are pebbly, the baby may be uncomfortable.
- Take special cosmetics from home.
Kabardinka is a place for families with children. It is quiet, clean and beautiful here. You can swim and sunbathe in the morning and play in the playground in the evening.
Many parents choose the village because there is no nightlife and prices are lower than in the city.
A short video tour about the sights of Kabardinka, beaches and playgrounds for children will allow potential tourists to appreciate this place for recreation.
