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In a wide valley between Gelendzhik and Novorossiysk, on the shores of the Black Sea, Kabardinka is located - a small village, but with great opportunities for off-season recreation. Every summer, resort life boils here under the hot southern sun - beach holidays, entertainment for children and adults, excursions, eco-tours and festivals. But you can get treatment and improve your health in Kabardinka at any time of the year - local health resorts operate year-round. The healing resources in this region are rich - from the healing air of the sea to mineral waters, the source of which is discovered near the village. The climate of Kabardinka is favorable both for treatment and for recreation. These places are considered the driest on the Caucasian Black Sea coast, and in terms of the number of sunny days and the absence of fog they compete with the southern coast of Crimea.
The settlement received the name Kabardinka in honor of the fort of the same name, built in 1836 for protection from the highlanders. The Kabardian regiment was stationed here.
How to get to Kabardinka
The airport closest to Kabardinka is in Gelendzhik.
In the summer, it receives on regular and charter flights aircraft from Alrosa, VIM-Avia, Gazpromavia, IrAero, Rossiya, RusLine, Severstal, Ural Airlines, UTair and "Yamal". The flight from Moscow to Gelendzhik takes 2 hours. From the airport to Kabardinka you can take buses No. 5 and 6 and transfer at the Old Bus Station or the Rynok stop to a commuter bus on the route Gelendzhik - Kabardinka or an intercity bus passing by the village. Travel time is about 20 minutes, ticket price is around 100 RUB. Prices on the page are indicated for February 2021. The nearest train station to Kabardinka is located in Novorossiysk. The branded fast train “Kuban Premium” runs daily from the Kazansky railway station in Moscow to Novorossiysk. It gets to the place within 24 hours, the price of a ticket in a compartment is from 2500 RUB. Trains heading to Novorossiysk also depart from Paveletsky and Kursky stations in Moscow. To get to Kabardinka, you need to take a trolleybus from the Novorossiysk railway station to the bus station, and then transfer to a commuter bus going to the village. The trip will take approximately 40 minutes, the ticket price is about 200 RUB.
A taxi from the Novorossiysk railway station to Kabardinka will cost approximately 700 - 1000 RUB, and from Gelendzhik to Kabardinka - 500 RUB. It is more profitable to use the services of taxi companies rather than private owners - a trip with them will cost 200-400 RUB less. In summer, bus trips to the Kabardian resort are organized from major cities.
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Accommodation options: boarding houses, hotels, guest houses
You can relax in Kabardinka quite inexpensively, or you can organize a luxurious vacation.
A selection of hotels and guest houses with excellent reviews, prices for accommodation are indicated for July 2021
| Name and contacts | Family room price | Nutrition | Beach | What to eat for children |
| SANATORIUMS | ||||
| Sanatorium Pearl of the Sea st. Mira, 20 Sanatorium page | 6435/6615/7065 | Without breakfast/breakfast/breakfast, lunch and dinner | Beach first line | Children playground Game room Animation staff Water park (additional charge) |
| HOTELS | ||||
| Hotel Golden Fleece Shkolnaya Street 4 Hotel page | 2800 | Breakfast for 200 rubles | Public beach, about 10 minutes from the sea | Baby stroller Children's TV channels |
| Minihotel Family Sportivnaya street 21 Hotel page | 3300 | No | Public, 9-10 minutes to the sea | No |
| Lagoon st. Collective 60v Hotel page | 3000 | Breakfast for 200 rubles | Public, 7 minutes to the sea | Children playground |
| Mini—hotel Platan Kabardinsky Lane 1 Hotel page | 3500 | Without breakfast | Public | · Children's playground · Children's pool |
| GUESTHOUSES | ||||
| Guest House Solnechny Doobskaya street 44 Guest house page | 2900 | No | Beach first line | · Children playground |
| Guest House Dinastiia St. Apricot 12 Guest house page | 2950-3500 | No | Public, 6 minutes to the sea | Children's TV channels Children's playground outside Board games and/or puzzles Safety barriers for children Board games and/or puzzles Protective covers on sockets High chair for child |
| Guest yard Sea of Luck Microdistrict Pearl 1/2 Guest house page | 4700 | No | Private first line | No |
| Guest House Shokoladka Grushovy Lane 6 Guest house page | 2300 | Breakfast | Public, 10 minutes to the sea | Board games and/or puzzles Children's menu |
We stayed in the home mini-hotel “Summer Cool” on Mira Street. Rooms range from ultra-economical (there are two beds in the room, a table, a hanger, a toilet and a shower in the yard, from 600 rubles) to the “luxury” level with a bathroom in the room, separate beds, a wardrobe, a TV, air conditioning, a table, chairs and a clothes dryer, from 2500 rubles).
Of course, this “luxury” can be called that specifically in the home mini-hotel sector. In the courtyard there are comfortable benches, lush green spaces, kitchens with stoves, tables, chairs and a full set of dishes (many women comfortably cooked borscht and baked pancakes for their families).
Transport
Kabardinka is a small resort village and all the popular places here are within walking distance. For a sightseeing tour it is more convenient to use a bicycle. You can rent this “healthy” type of transport everywhere. In addition to bicycles, scooters are very popular. It’s cheaper to rent “iron horses” for a period of three days or more - it will cost 500 RUB, while for an hour’s use you will have to pay 150-200 RUB. Vacationers with babies do not have to worry about strollers; they can also be rented - from 200 RUB per day.
From the Kabardinka bus station, commuter buses and minibuses run to nearby villages and cities - you can use them to travel around the surrounding area and go to remote beaches. A trip to Gelendzhik costs about 50 RUB, to Novorossiysk - about 100 RUB. Tourists can always use a taxi service both within the village itself and to travel to other places. The services of taxi companies will cost less than a trip with a private driver.
Rent a Car
Avid motorists who are not used to parting with the steering wheel even on vacation can indulge in this pleasure - as an option, rent a car. A car expands the possibilities of travelers - it allows you to visit places where group excursions do not take you, and stop in any place you like. Of course, during the peak season there is a problem of parking and traffic jams, but still not as acute as in Moscow. Most hotels and mini-hotels provide their guests with secure parking. To avoid hours-long traffic jams, it is advisable to plan your trip on a weekday - the route is especially congested on weekends, starting from 12 o'clock.
Tourists coming to Kabardinka will have to rent a car in Gelendzhik. You can get a car immediately upon arrival at the airport. The office of the international rental company Hertz is located directly in front of the arrival terminal. The all-Russian car rental network CarBooking and local rental companies also operate in Gelendzhik. For renting a car they ask from 1200-1500 RUB per day. We rent insured cars equipped with a DVR and radar detector, with child seats and GPS navigators upon request. A large selection of cars in good technical condition - from economy to business class. When renting a car for more than 5 days, a discount is provided.
Why Kabardinka
I have known Kabardinka for a long time: I vacationed there with my mother from 13 to 19 years old. Then I went with my husband to other places, but I definitely wanted to show my daughter the resort, which, it seems, “grew” with me.
Coming to Kabardinka from 2000 to 2006, I noticed how the beach was expanding, how the embankment was lengthening, how home mini-hotels were growing, how the entertainment infrastructure was developing. Every year the village surprised and delighted with new things.
In 2021, I did not recognize my beloved Kabardian. It has developed to the level of a classy resort. Every day we discovered something new in a familiar place.
Kabardinka Hotels
There is always somewhere to stay in Kabardinka. As elsewhere, housing prices are determined by the level of comfort, proximity to the sea and the tourist season. The highest prices occur in July and August. Accommodation in Zhemchuzhny, a microdistrict located near the sea and surrounded by gardens, is in great demand. On average, a standard room for two in a private mini-hotel will cost 1000-1500 RUB. Accommodation in a higher-class hotel, which has a swimming pool, restaurant, sports and children's playgrounds on its territory, will cost more. The cheapest housing can be rented in the private sector - a room for two is offered for 500-700 RUB per day. The most expensive rooms in the five-star resort complex “Nadezhda. SPA & Sea Paradise. The price for a presidential suite here reaches 60,000 RUB.
Overview of all beaches in Kabardinka
The holiday season in Kabardinka begins in May, with the arrival of the first tourists. As a rule, at this time of year the sea is still cool for swimming, but you can already meet vacationers on the beaches. And for good reason, because the coastline is surrounded by incredibly beautiful nature. In May, people come here who simply want to walk along the shore, throw pebbles into the sea and admire the incredible sunsets to the sound of the waves.
But with the onset of summer, Kabardinka becomes noticeably livelier. The coasts are filled with tourists, and boarding houses begin to open their doors to numerous travelers. The village is filled with the noise of boats, the usual bustle of vacationers, music coming from everywhere and the aroma of street food. Like many resorts, Kabardinka has many beaches, and we will tell you about the most popular of them in this article.
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On our list you will find both wild, immersed in nature, and developed resort coasts with the necessary conditions for relaxation. Most of the beaches, distinguished by their well-groomed and developed infrastructure, are located on the territory of boarding houses and children's camps. We will tell you about the most popular of them. So, in our TOP-12 we could not help but include the beach of the Victoria boarding house and the coast of the Smena children's camp, the beach of the Kirovets boarding house and the sanatorium called Lastochka. Along with them, among the most popular are the beaches of the “Pearl of the Sea” and “Solnechny” sanatoriums and the resort coast on the territory of the “Kabardinka” boarding house. Among the wild beaches that deserve attention on our list are the pebble coast on the border with Novorossiysk and the picturesque beaches of Cape Penay.
The beaches of Kabardinka differ in the level of infrastructure, the amount of entertainment in the water and on the shore, and the presence of various types of establishments: cafes, bars and parks. However, they are similar in one thing: each of the beaches is part of a cozy, homely resort in its own way. It’s worth coming here if only to rest your soul and slow down for a few days in our frantic pace of life.
Central Beach
The central beach of Kabardinka extends along the coastline for 120 meters. It is covered with medium pebbles, along which paths are laid for the convenience of vacationers. Here you can rent a comfortable sun lounger, or you can sit on your own towel. In general, the beach has a well-developed infrastructure: here you can relax under a shady canopy, rent a catamaran or jet ski, use changing cabins, showers and restrooms.
The beach is rich in a variety of entertainment for every taste: tourists are offered to ride a “banana” and a “tablet”, parachute flights and boat trips are organized for them. There is a whole play area for children. Adjacent to the Central Beach is the picturesque promenade Embankment, where vacationers are kindly “greeted” by street cafes and cute restaurants.
Central Beach
It is worth noting that the depth of the sea here is growing quite quickly, albeit evenly. This means that tourists who come to the beach with children should monitor their kids extremely carefully.
What to do on Central Beach:
- After a session of sunbathing and swimming, take a ride on a jet ski or banana boat.
- Organize yourself a boat trip on a catamaran or a parachute flight.
- Take a walk along the evening Embankment, stop by one of the local restaurants and try the local cuisine.
Here are several hotel options near the Central Beach:
- Hotel "Dacha" 3* (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Hotel "Black Sea Complex Townhouse" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Hotel Castro 3* (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Guest House Leon (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
Victoria boarding house beach
The beach of the Victoria boarding house, 200 meters long, is located in Tsemes Bay and is conditionally divided into two parts. On the territory of the first, the infrastructure is well developed, there are cafes and the most comfortable conditions for relaxation have been created. Here you can not only rent comfortable sun loungers or relax in the shade of a wide canopy, but also order hydromassage services. The second zone is more “wild”. It is not crowded and calm. This part of the beach is chosen by those who like a secluded holiday.
However, the improved part of the beach is still more popular among tourists. It is great for a family holiday. People also come here to go sea fishing. But the main feature of the beach of the Victoria boarding house is its clear sea. The water on this coast is so crystalline that you can easily see all kinds of marine life in it: fish of different sizes and shapes, small crabs and other inhabitants of the underwater world. That is why the beach is a real haven for lovers of snorkeling.
Victoria boarding house beach
As we have already said, the beach has excellent infrastructure. There are changing rooms, showers and restrooms here. For safety reasons, lifeguards are on duty on the shore, so it is safe to relax here with a child. You can enjoy ice cream or drink a soft drink in one of the cafes located on the coast. In general, the beach of the Victoria boarding house is deservedly considered one of the most popular in Kabardinka both in terms of comfort and conditions for vacationers.
What to do on the beach of the Victoria boarding house:
- Order yourself a relaxing hydromassage service.
- Go diving and admire the amazing underwater world with interest.
- Eat a refreshing ice cream at a local cafe located on the coast.
- Take a walk around the area and explore the nature of the “wild” part of the beach.
For housing near the beach of the Victoria boarding house, you can consider these options:
- Pension Victoria (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Mini-hotel Alion (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Guest house "MAYAK" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Holiday complex A-More (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
Beach children's camp Smena
A few minutes walk from the Central Beach of Kabardinka there is a beach no less visited by tourists, belonging to the Smena children's camp. You can find it at the end of Mira Street, at the end of the Embankment. The beach is convenient because it has car parking, which will appeal to tourists traveling by car.
The coast of the beach is covered with large pebbles, but the seabed is covered with soft sand, which creates excellent conditions for swimming. The beach is calm even in bad weather: during storms its territory is reliably protected by breakwaters and groins.
Beach children's camp Smena
The infrastructure of this coast is also pleasing. The beach is equipped with changing cabins, showers and restrooms. A hydromassage service is available for tourists. You can rent a sun lounger or umbrella. This entire standard set of services makes the beach of the Smena children's camp an excellent option for a comfortable holiday, no matter who you come here with: with your family, in the company of friends or alone.
What to do on the beach of the Smena children's camp:
- Take the opportunity to treat yourself to a hydromassage session.
- Enjoy a comfortable beach holiday with a standard range of services.
- Take a walk along the adjacent Embankment in search of interesting cafes or restaurants.
There are few good hotels near the beach of the Smena children's camp, here are the best of them:
- Hotel "Akrit" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Hotel "PALERMO PREMIUM" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Hotel Black Sea Voyage (see prices for tours to this hotel)
- Guest House Smena (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
Skala camping beach
Camping “Skala” on the territory of Cape Doob is distinguished by a European level of recreation. It is adjacent to a beautiful pebble beach with a whole range of services. To relax on it, you do not have to become a camping guest, but you will have to pay the cost of a so-called day stay on the coast. What is included in the list of services offered to tourists?
On the beach you can rent sun loungers, hammocks and comfortable tents. There are also hot showers and small washbasins. After swimming, it is very pleasant to take a shower here to wash off the remaining sand and sea water. Tents intended for recreation have sockets, and a refrigerator is available for common use. Wi-Fi is available for guests. To have a snack here, you can go to the grill bar on the beach or have a barbecue in the grill area. For those traveling by car, parking is available at the entrance to the beach.
Skala camping beach
The beach itself is pebble. The descent to it is quite steep, so convenient paths have been laid here for convenience. The coastline is so comfortable that you don’t want to leave here at all. By the way, prices for accommodation at the Skala camping site vary depending on the month in which you arrive here. For example, the lowest prices for services here are in May. And closer to September, the cost of living reaches its maximum. The prices for staying here for adults and children also differ: for young travelers the cost of living is almost three times lower.
In general, the beach at the Skala campsite is suitable for those who are looking for a comfortable holiday option on wheels. Here you can stay for a few days, make interesting acquaintances, have a barbecue and just have a good time.
What to do on the beach of Skala camping:
- Rent a comfortable tent, enjoying all the benefits of civilization.
- Swim in the waters of Tsemes Bay.
- Have a barbecue in the evening. Admire the orange sunset and enjoy toasted marshmallows on a stick.
- Go for a hearty dinner at a local grill bar and taste a juicy steak or burger.
Several excellent accommodation options near the beach of Skala camping, here they are:
- Complex "Skala Glaming Kabardinka" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Resort complex Nadezhda 5* (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Recreation center "Eco-YUG" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
Beach of the Kirovets boarding house
The beach on the territory of the Kirovets boarding house is considered the most environmentally friendly in Kabardinka. This coastline is distinguished by the purest mountain air and a smooth descent into the water from the shore. The depth of the sea increases gradually, which makes the beach an excellent option for a vacation with children.
The beach is pebble and has all the necessary infrastructure. For a comfortable stay, there are changing cabins, restrooms and showers. Tourists are offered sun loungers and canopies that protect from the sun. The coast offers a whole range of beach activities. Activity lovers will love that there are sports grounds here, as well as areas for water aerobics. There are many slides built for children.
Beach of the Kirovets boarding house
The gastronomic component is also developed on the beach of the Kirovets boarding house. There are several beach shops here for tourists, where you can buy fresh fruit or sweet ice cream. And along the entire shore there are small drinking fountains. Overall, the beach is perfect for a relaxing, family vacation. Clean air, safety provided by rescuers, and a decent level of infrastructure - all these points will provide you with a pleasant and comfortable stay.
What to do on the beach of the Kirovets boarding house:
- For those who like to lie in the sun, rent a sun lounger and enjoy all the delights of a carefree beach holiday. Swim in the azure sea
- For those who prefer active recreation, do water aerobics or play volleyball on the sports ground.
- Walk to the local store to buy fresh fruit or enjoy ice cream.
There are several inexpensive hotels near the beach of the Kirovets boarding house:
- Hotel “Pavlos” (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Mini-hotel Atlant (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Guest house Flagman (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
Beach of the Lastochka sanatorium
One of the most popular in Kabardinka is the beach on the territory of the Lastochka sanatorium. It occupies a fairly wide section of the coast, covered with pebbles. The beach is famous for its incredibly healthy atmosphere. It's all about the local air, which has a beneficial effect on respiratory health. The feeling of pleasant coolness on the beach is achieved thanks to the abundance of plants and trees: especially juniper and pine groves that grow on the coast.
The beach has a well-developed infrastructure. All conditions for a comfortable stay on the seashore have been created here: shady canopies are equipped, storage lockers, locker rooms and restrooms are installed, and paths are laid out for ease of movement. The beach is constantly monitored for cleanliness and safety. The latter is provided by regularly duty medical personnel and a rescue center.
Beach of the Lastochka sanatorium
There are many entertainment areas adjacent to the beach: attractions, playgrounds, various shops and establishments. In local cafes you can both refresh yourself with ice cream and have a full lunch of something delicious.
What to do on the beach of the Lastochka sanatorium:
- Enjoy a calm and measured holiday on the coast, becoming more and more saturated with fresh, lung-healthy air with every breath.
- Take a walk along the shore, and then stop by a cafe to eat ice cream, which will greatly refresh you on a hot summer day.
- Plunge back into your childhood and ride all the rides at your local amusement park.
There are several good housing options near the beach of the Lastochka sanatorium, here they are:
- Achilleion Park Boutique Hotel (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Hotel Southern Nights 4* (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Guest House Arkos (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Guest House Golden Pegasus (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
Beach of the boarding house Kabardinka
Tourists also speak well of the beach on the territory of the Kabardinka boarding house. All the necessary conditions for a beach holiday have been created here. The beach has a decent level of infrastructure, cleanliness and good service. The coast itself is pebble. The pebbles covering the shore are not very large, which does not create any inconvenience for walking. The entrance to the water is flat and there are no sharp changes in depth.
The beach is very spacious, which means you don’t have to worry about a lack of free places. For guests of the boarding house, sun loungers and umbrellas are provided free of charge, on which you can comfortably sit by the sea. Among the amenities offered to tourists, especially notable are the swimming pools (for adults and children), a jacuzzi and a large sports ground for beach games. For the entertainment of vacationers, there is a rental of jet skis and catamarans, and here you can also ride a “banana” or “tablet”.
Beach of the boarding house Kabardinka
Tourists are offered lunch at a local canteen, where meals are served buffet style. You can buy souvenirs and cute little things in one of the souvenir shops.
What to do on the beach of the Kabardinka boarding house:
- After swimming in the sea, be sure to dive into the pool located on the coast.
- Have fun while riding on a “tablet” or “banana”.
- Relax in the jacuzzi.
- Play volleyball on the sports entertainment ground.
- Have a buffet lunch at a local eatery, then stroll to the souvenir shop in search of cute trinkets.
Here are several options for hotels near the beach of the Kabardinka boarding house:
- Mini-hotel Izumrudny (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Guest house "Valencia" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Guest House Cozy (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
Beach of the Solnechny sanatorium
The beach of the sanatorium called “Solnechny” is one of the most visited in Kabardinka. This is a pebble coast, strewn with small pebbles and has a fairly convenient entrance to the water without sudden changes in depth.
It is often quite crowded and noisy here, as is the case on most tourist coasts of the populated area. The beach attracts with the availability of services and an acceptable level of infrastructure. Here you can rent a comfortable sun lounger or relax under a shady canopy, ride a banana boat, a tablet, or a jet ski. And thrill-seekers will love the opportunity to fly with a parachute. Tourists who prefer more relaxing entertainment are offered boat trips on catamarans. The beach is equipped with all necessary conditions: there are toilets and changing rooms. There is a rescue post on duty on the coast.
Beach of the Solnechny sanatorium
For tourists traveling with children, there is a small amusement park on the beach with a wide variety of carousels. There are cafes and beach shops directly on the coast. Refreshments are available from the small bar.
What to do on the beach of the Solnechny sanatorium:
- Book an unforgettable parachute flight, a boat trip on a catamaran or a boat trip. Ride an explosive “tablet” and “banana”.
- Conquer the waves on a jet ski, and then quench your thirst with a refreshing drink from local cafes
There are many good accommodation options near the beach of the Solnechny sanatorium, here they are:
- Hotel Laguna (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Mini-hotel Troya (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Hotel Corona Palace (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Guest House Natalie (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
Beach recreation center Bereg
Speaking about the wild coasts of Kabardinka, one cannot fail to mention the beach on the territory of the Bereg recreation center. It is considered one of the most popular among locals, who often come here to escape the noisy beach crowds. This coast is located at the very entrance to Kabardinka, on Revolutionary Street.
Despite the fact that this beach belongs to a recreation center, you will not find a richly developed infrastructure here. But on the other hand, you will see the clearest sea, a traditionally pebble shore with smooth, as if picked, stones, and the beauty of the endless horizon, the view of which opens from the shore. You just need to bring your own towel or a comfortable lounger - and you are guaranteed a calm, relaxed holiday.
Beach recreation center Bereg
Tourists speak of the beach as an exceptionally quiet, cozy corner of Kabardinka. Therefore, if you are not looking for banana-style beach activities, and infrastructure is not important to you, feel free to go here. On the shore it is very free, so there is enough space to play volleyball, sit by the sea with a picnic basket, or just take a private swim.
What to do on the beach of the Bereg recreation center:
- Chat with local residents and listen to interesting stories about Kabardinka. Find out where you should definitely visit during your vacation here.
- Read a book, swim in the clear sea, play volleyball or do yoga - here, no one will stop you from enjoying your vacation.
There are also many good housing options near the beach of the Bereg recreation center, here they are:
- Resort hotel "Lazurny" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Yesenia Estate (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Guest house Mozhievielovyi Park (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Guest House "Grace" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
Beach of the Pearl of the Sea sanatorium
The peculiarity of this beach is that its entire territory is divided into two parts: adults and children. The first is distinguished by larger pebbles at the bottom. But in the children's area the pebbles are very small, which creates excellent conditions for swimming. To make it comfortable to walk on the pebbles, there are several paths leading down to the sea along the shore.
For the comfort of tourists, all the necessary conditions have been created on the beach: cameras have been installed for storing personal belongings, changing cabins and showers have been equipped. Sun loungers and umbrellas are available for rental. For a boat trip you can rent a catamaran. A beach cafe with soft drinks, ice cream and light snacks is regularly open for tourists. The beach is always clean, and lifeguards are regularly on duty for safety.
Beach of the Pearl of the Sea sanatorium
Within walking distance from the beach of the Pearl of the Sea sanatorium there is a whole health complex with a wide range of services. There you can enjoy spa treatments, visit the sauna and drink a cup of herbal tea in a local cafe. The wellness center is located just 10 meters from the beach area.
What to do on the beach of the Pearl of the Sea sanatorium:
- After swimming in the sea to your heart's content, go for relaxing treatments at the spa center. Visit the bathhouse and drink herbal tea in a cafe.
- Take a ride on a catamaran, sailing past the local beauty. Take lots of beautiful photos
- Grab a refreshing drink from the beach café and relax in the shade of the huge canopy while enjoying the sea breeze
There are good hotels near the beach of the Pearl of the Sea sanatorium, here they are:
- Sanatorium Pearl of the Sea (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Guest House "Provence" (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Hotel Kedrovaya Roshcha (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
- Guest house Domik in the Forest (see prices for a tour to this hotel)
Wild beaches of Cape Penay
Those who like a secluded holiday will love the idea of a trip to one of the wild beaches on the territory of Cape Penai. Its coasts are covered with small pebbles and surrounded by rocks. They are not close to the shore. It is in the areas between the rocks and the sea that the local beaches are comfortably located. Why are they attractive to tourists?
The first and main advantage of this coast is that it is uncrowded and quiet. The lack of infrastructure and the usual benefits of a resort vacation does not attract crowds of tourists here. This means that people don’t come to the Cape for cocktails in glasses and other similar benefits of a vacation on the beach. Connoisseurs of a different type of holiday come here: their own tent - instead of a room in a boarding house, a pink sunset over the sea horizon - instead of beach animation, shadows from rocks - instead of wide canopies. Coming here, you are guaranteed to escape the noise of the popular beaches, immersing yourself in zen and peace.
Wild beach of Cape Penai
You should be careful when swimming here - the shores of the beaches of Cape Penai are strewn with pebbles extending into the sea. Sometimes there are large stones at the bottom, so you should enter the water very carefully. It is also worth paying attention to the fact that there is no parking on the coast. Usually tourists leave their cars near the highway and get to the beach along a path already trodden by other travelers.
Don’t worry: the lack of comfortable sun loungers and rental of all the necessary amenities will not affect your vacation in any way if on vacation you are looking for unity with nature and peace away from noisy resorts. The wild beaches of Cape Penai will be an excellent option for such a tourist.
What to do on the wild beaches of Cape Penai:
- Situated on the pebbly shore, enjoy unity with nature, admiring the endless horizon.
- Swim in the “wild” waters of the Black Sea.
- After wandering along the pebble beach, collect a collection of pebbles as a souvenir of your trip to Kabardinka.
- Stop here late in the evening. Lay out a blanket on the shore and have an evening picnic overlooking the sunset.
Beach on the border with Novorossiysk
Fans of “wild” beaches will enjoy the unoccupied coastline on the border with Novorossiysk. Here, surrounded by rocks, hides a corner of nature in all its diversity. Not only tourists come here, but also local residents in search of silence. It is never crowded here, and this is the main advantage of this beach.
You will find a wild beach near the monument to the Sailors of the Revolution. There is a well-trodden path leading to the coast, so you are unlikely to get lost. The shore itself is covered with pebbles, and in some places strewn with quite large stones. That is why tourists are advised to be extremely careful when entering the water. Travelers with children should closely monitor their children.
Beach on the border with Novorossiysk
The sea on the wild beach is incredibly clean. The water is so clear that you can see even the smallest inhabitants of the underwater fauna. And in order to fully admire the beauties of land, we recommend that you go up to the observation deck built on the coast, which offers an unforgettable view of the sea, rocks and surroundings. And the village of Kabardinka itself looks different from here.
In general, the advantages of this beach include the lack of crowds, incredibly beautiful wildlife, the purity of the sea and the special tranquility that is felt here more and more with every breath of the breeze.
What to do on the beach on the border with Novorossiysk:
- Admire the beauty of the resort village from the height of the observation deck.
- Swim in crystal clear sea water.
- Enjoy privacy and the absence of crowds of tourists on a beach away from the noisy center.
Beaches of Kabardinka
All Kabardinka beaches are free. You can swim along the entire coast - from Cape Doob to Novorossiysk itself. These are mainly small-pebble beaches with a smooth coastline and good entry into the water. In the village, the bathing areas are landscaped and equipped with everything necessary - toilets, changing rooms, showers, cafes and equipment rental. The central beach can be crowded during high season. Here you can rent a jet ski or catamaran, fly a parachute or ride a banana boat, or you can take a boat trip or take part in fishing - boats and yachts depart from the pier along special routes.
Lovers of secluded relaxation will certainly enjoy the wild beach on the border with Novorossiysk. It is located near the monument to the Sailors of the Revolution, surrounded by picturesque rocks. The entrance to the sea is rocky, but the water is clean. One of the most popular places for a beach holiday is the beach of the Victoria boarding house at the entrance to Tsemes Bay from Gelendzhik. The spacious, well-kept beach area attracts tourists not only from Kabardinka, but from nearby cities. There is a dive center on the beach.
What is Kabardinka
Kabardinka is a resort village in the Krasnodar Territory, located between Gelendzhik and Novorossiysk. Kabardinka is very warm, there is a lot of greenery, and the sea is clean and calm.
The place, popular among tourists, is considered the sunniest of the Black Sea resorts in the Krasnodar Territory: according to statistics, there are many more clear days here than in Sochi, Anapa, Novorossiysk or even nearby Gelendzhik. The reason for this is the unique location.
Although Kabardinka, like Novorossiysk, is located on the shore of Tsemes Bay, the village is covered on three sides by mountain ranges from the notorious icy Novorossiysk Nord-Osts, and indeed from all cold winds.
In summer the average temperature here is +28, and the average annual temperature is +14 degrees.
At the same time, Kabardinka is surrounded by forests, mainly pine-juniper. In the village itself there are many alleys and gardens where southern fruit trees and mimosas grow. The microclimate is only slightly more humid than in Gelendzhik, but much drier than in Sochi, so the heat is much easier to bear, which is important for people with diseases of the cardiovascular system.
The aroma of juniper and Pitsunda pines, light warm breezes blowing from the sea and carrying microparticles of salt and iodine, make Kabardinka simply a paradise for pulmonary patients and asthmatics!
Treatment in Kabardinka
The medical specialization of Kabardian health resorts is diseases of the respiratory system, circulatory system, nervous and musculoskeletal systems. For the treatment and rehabilitation of patients, all types of balneological and physiotherapeutic procedures are used - water and mud therapy, massage, hirudotherapy, speleotherapy, acupuncture, herbal medicine, magnetic therapy, electrophoresis. Here the climate itself heals, which in its characteristics belongs to the zone of dry subtropics of the Mediterranean type, and the local healing air is saturated not only with sea salts, but also with phytoncides of juniper groves. In this area there are water sources of varying degrees of mineralization - the most famous of them are “Gelendzhik” and “Belotsvetnaya”. For mud therapy, sanatoriums use hydrogen sulfide silt mud from the Taman Peninsula.
Diving in Kabardinka
The Black Sea between Gelendzhik and Kabardinka hides not only bizarre underwater rocks and rich wildlife. There are dive sites for divers of different certification levels - natural sites for beginners and deep-sea “hardware” for advanced divers. In the coastal waters of Kabardinka lies one of the most popular dive sites of the Black Sea - the sunken cruise ship "Admiral Nakhimov". The distance to its upper deck is only 26 m - this allows even diving beginners to examine the remains of the ship. Kabardian diving clubs also organize dives to the reefs of Tonky Cape, the Chests bank and the destroyer Shaumyan. Those who want to join this active form of recreation can take a full course of training - from beginner to professional. The most favorable time for diving is from the beginning of June to the end of September. Scuba diving equipment can be rented; the cost of one dive with an instructor is from 1500-2000 RUB.
What to bring
The signature Kabardian souvenirs are crafts made from juniper - boards, stands, boxes, toys. Ceramic dishes and clay figurines are also popular. As a souvenir of your visit to these places, you can bring books about the flora and fauna of the Black Sea, the sights and customs of the North Caucasus. From excursion trips to religious buildings of antiquity, dolmens, they bring their miniature sculptural images. You can buy original gifts by visiting the Art Glass Gallery, which tells about domestic glassblowers and their extraordinary works. The souvenir shop offers items with a wide range of prices - from glass “candies” with an unlimited shelf life to rock crystal items and glass paintings.
What to try
You can feel like a real mountaineer if you start the day with khash. This is a Caucasian soup made from beef and tripe. It is served with herbs and garlic, and eaten as a bite with spicy radish. According to the rules, khash is supposed to be eaten for breakfast. They say that this is an excellent remedy for the consequences of yesterday's feasts. Mini souvlaki kebabs are a typical Greek food. The only deviation from tradition is that Kabardian cooks wrap them in lavash instead of pita bread. “Tzhvzhik” is not a set of letters, it is the name of an Armenian liver dish that is definitely worth trying with local wine. If you want something exotic at the resort, experts recommend ordering dishes made from Black Sea shark.
Cafes and restaurants in Kabardinka
There are many places in Kabardinka where you can have a tasty lunch and snack on the go. The resort village has both affordable canteens and high-class restaurants. Like, for example, the Kastalskaya Kupel restaurant complex. This is a cultural and health center in the lap of nature - a large beautiful area, gazebos, a pond, bridges and aviaries with exotic birds. Visitors can go fishing and catch their own dinner - the chefs will cook freshly caught trout on the grill and immediately serve it to the table.
Most tourists prefer self-service eating places. These canteens offer simple Russian cuisine at affordable prices. Another option is set lunches, which are organized by local cafes from 12:00 to 16:00. Haute cuisine dishes are unlikely to be offered here, but the price will be low. Many private hotels provide their guests with three meals a day. It is better not to pay for the entire period, but to try one day first and find out if you like the food.
There are many establishments in Kabardinka where you can taste national cuisine - Kuban, Greek, or Armenian. In addition to cafes and restaurants, there are retail outlets with resort fast food - shawarma, pasties, ice cream, cotton candy and popcorn. Most of the pavilions are located on the embankment and pedestrian alley - some of them are open 24 hours a day.
Food: cafes, shops, market
It is simply impossible to remain hungry in Kabardinka. Products for every taste and budget can be bought everywhere. We went to the Magnit store, where there were long lines, and to a tiny nameless store on Novaya Street not far from the house where we lived. In stores they bought bread, drinking water, and semi-finished breakfast products: porridge, sausages and instant noodles. We bought baby purees in soft packaging for our daughter.
The village has an excellent market with a wide selection of vegetables, fruits, berries, herbs, spices, dried fruits, honey, and teas. There we bought various souvenirs in the form of nuts and pine cones in honey, teas with fragrant herbs, sweets such as Turkish delight, churchkhela (who doesn’t know - these are nuts strung on a hard thread in congealed boiled grape juice, an incredibly tasty thing).
In addition, in the alleys and small streets far from the beach near the gates, the owners display their own products and fruits and vegetables from their own gardens and gardens. There you can buy homemade wine and other alcoholic drinks, different types of honey, handicrafts: crafts and souvenirs made from shells and stones, beads, children's toys, pictures and the like.
Cafes and canteens are located almost throughout the village. On the coast overlooking the sea you can have a beautiful dinner while listening to “live music”, the average bill is 1000 rubles per person . We ate dinner mostly at home, buying shish kebab by weight, lula kebab or other take-out food.
You can have a three-course lunch (first course, meat or fish with a side dish, salad and a drink) in numerous canteens . Price from 400 to 700 per person . A child can be asked to have half a portion for half the price.
We had breakfast at home with semi-finished products or tea with cookies.
Entertainment and attractions of Kabardinka
It is known that back in the Bronze Age, tribes of dolmen builders lived in this territory. These stone burial grounds have survived to this day, representing enormous historical and cultural value. Then, in the 16th century, the surrounding area was inhabited by tribes of Circassians and Circassians. Evidence of this is the legends that have survived to this day, as well as the burial mound, located today on the territory of the boarding house “Pearl of the Sea” in the southeast of the village.
The main attraction of Kabardinka is considered to be the unique Old Park, where on 0.5 hectares architectural structures of various eras are presented: Ancient Egypt, classical antiquity, the Middle Ages, Art Nouveau and Baroque. They are complemented by fountains, rotundas, corners of landscape architecture and sculptures that characterize the appearance of a particular era.
Climbing to the peaks of Mount Doob, which are called “Faith, Hope, Love,” travelers can see a panorama of the hero city of Novorossiysk. Relict pine trees grow on the mountain slopes.
And near the Markkhottsky ridge in the juniper reserve there is the Kastalskaya font. Associated with her is the legend of Nereid, the daughter of the Xanthus king Nereus, and her lover, the Argonaut Dmitry. In the center of the lake, surrounded by walking paths, stands a medieval-style house. The lake is home to crucian carp, trout, carp, and carp, which can be fished for an additional fee.
Kabardinka for children
In the recent past, many pioneer camps operated in Kabardinka - Soviet schoolchildren spent their summer holidays there. Today's Kabardinka is not only a children's resort, but still remains a wonderful place to relax with children. In addition to sea and sunbathing, little tourists can get a lot of impressions from the entertainment that Kabardinka offers them. At every corner in the village there is a rental of children's bicycles, scooters, roller skates and children's cars. The Art Glass Gallery invites young tourists to the “Fairytale Castle” installation, master classes and excursions. In the Kabardian Oceanarium, little visitors will find seahorses, sharks, stingrays and other inhabitants of the deep sea, as well as its largest exhibit - the Baltic seal. An excursion to the exotarium will expand children's knowledge about the world of reptiles - it contains lizards, turtles, snakes and even crocodiles. In neighboring Gelendzhik there are three water parks, a Safari Park, the Olympus entertainment complex and a dolphinarium - and it’s just 20 minutes away by car.
Story
Undoubtedly, if there were a written chronicle of the land on which today's Kabardinka stands, it would be very interesting. The guarantee of this is the great number of fragments of ancient Greek amphorae found during archaeological excavations of ancient mounds , dating back to the 5th – 7th centuries BC, as well as coins of all times and peoples.
But there is no written evidence left about the settlements that constantly arose in these places and were destroyed by successive conquerors. In 1836, on the shore of Tsemes Bay, which went to Russia after the Russian-Turkish War, the Alexandrovskoye fortification was built, named in honor of the empress. However, due to the fact that it was constantly confused with Fort Alexandria - modern Sochi, the fortification was renamed Kabardinskoe, named after the Kabardian regiment, whose soldiers made up the garrison of the fortress. Kabarda was the first of the Caucasian provinces to recognize Russian authority over itself.
During the Caucasian War, Kabardinka more than once happened to repel enemy raids. During the Crimean War, the fortress was completely razed to the ground, and its garrison retreated to Kerch. The settlement was revived only after the end of the Caucasian War (in 1864), but as a peaceful village, re-founded by Greek settlers.
In the twentieth century, the wonderful climate of Kabardinka and its proximity to large resort towns turned the village into a fairly famous resort . However, the military history of Kabardinka did not end: during the Great Patriotic War, logistics services were located in Kabardinka, forming detachments to protect Malaya Zemlya.
