In December 2009, the largest oceanarium in Russia, Sochi Discovery World, was opened. Every day it is visited by thousands of tourists from Russia, the CIS and Western Europe. The secret of the institution's popularity is a collection of unique marine fish and animals, colorful interior design and an entertaining show program for adults and children.
What is interesting about the Adler Oceanarium
Oceanarium is a two-storey complex with an area of 6200 sq. m. Thanks to this size, the aquarium is always spacious and comfortable. The volume of water in aquariums is more than 5 million liters. Sochi Discovery World has 29 exhibition halls housing more than 4,000 representatives of marine and freshwater fish, amphibians and marine animals, as well as hundreds of representatives of underwater flora.
The most outlandish representatives of the marine fauna are collected on the territory of the aquarium: these are sharks, and ball fish, and hedgehog fish, and unicorn fish, andcow fish, frightening moray eels, numerous varieties of rays, catfish and even sharks.
The Adler Oceanarium is divided into several thematic zones. The interior is designed in the form of luxurious tropical forests with marvelous waterfalls, lakes, lush, rich vegetation and rocky peaks.
The main attraction for which the aquarium in Adler is famous is an acrylic tunnel 44 meters long. The thickness of the glass behind which marine life lives is as much as 17 centimeters. A walk through the tunnel is comparable to diving to the seabed: seahorses, nimble schools of fish, rays and huge predatory sharks swim among bright corals, outlandish algae and shells.
Excursions and show programs Sochi Discovery World
Excursion in the largest Russian oceanarium leaves vivid memories for all vacationers. You can visit the oceanarium in Adler both on your own and accompanied by a guide who will reveal the secrets of the mysterious underwater world and introduce you to all marine life.
In addition to standard excursions, Sochi Discovery World offers a number of other services:
- Daily predatory shark feeding show starting at 14:00.
- Fairytale show called "Underwater Fairy Tale" featuring Mermaid.
- Professional photography services and instant photo printing.
- Self-feeding of Japanese carp living in the pond of the aquarium.
- Holding corporate parties and organizing children's parties withparticipation of "mermaids" and professional divers.
- Memorable congratulations on anniversary and birthday, wedding day, marriage proposal, romantic dates.
Additional services of the aquarium
Oceanarium in Adler fulfills the wishes of not only children, but also adults. It is worth finding the opportunity to dive into the marine pool of the oceanarium under the guidance of experienced diving instructors who have extensive experience working with marine predators. Another service provided by the aquarium is diving training. After completing the courses, a certificate of the relevant association is issued. Please note that diving is restricted to persons over 18 years of age.
Oceanarium in Adler: address
The Sochi Discovery World Oceanarium is located in Adler, which has recently been listed as one of the districts of the city of Sochi. It was in this area that the 2014 Winter Olympics were held.
If you decide to visit the aquarium in Sochi (Adler), the official website of the institution will tell you how to get there from Sochi or Adler. Sochi Discovery World is located at the following address:
g. Sochi, Adlersky district, Adler, Lenin street, house number 219a/4.
The oceanarium's bus regularly stops at the Rosneft Gas Station Pedestrian Bridge in Sochi and Izvestia in Adler to deliver everyone who knows the aquarium in Adler (it's now clear how to get there).
Oceanarium opening hours
Oceanarium is open daily, without breaks andweekends from 10.00 to 19.00.
Sochi Discovery World holds daily shows that will impress both young viewers and serious adults.
The show program called "The Underwater World of Mermaids" is held at 11.00 and 15.00. The duration of the program is half an hour.
The Shark Feeding program runs from 2 pm to 3 pm. In order not to miss the magnificent entertainment, it is necessary to come to the main observation window or the acrylic tunnel at the appointed time.
Ticket price to visit
- Adult - 500 rubles.
- Children's - 350 rubles. A child ticket is purchased for persons from 4 to 12 years old.
- Reduced ticket - 250 rubles.
- The cost of diving under the supervision of an instructor is 3000 rubles for half an hour.
- The cost of the tour is 50 rubles for an adult ticket and 30 rubles for a child.
If you prefer to explore the aquarium at a leisurely pace, then an audio guide would be a great solution. The cost of the service is 200 rubles. Before you receive the equipment, you must leave a deposit of 1000 rubles or identity documents. For example, passport, driving license and so on.
Visitors eligible to purchase a ticket at a reduced price must present the relevant documents at the box office. The list of categories of citizens belonging to the privileged group can be found on the official website of the Sochi Aquarium.
Worth ittake into account that photo / video shooting is not a free pleasure. In order to capture the beautiful flora and fauna of the oceanarium, you need to pay 100 rubles. The use of flash is prohibited, as it not only disturbs other visitors, but also injures the animals' eyesight.
Planning to visit the aquarium in Adler? The official website sochiaquarium.ru will acquaint you with all the necessary information: the current cost of tickets, the aquarium's work schedule, and visiting rules.
In addition, the site contains an extensive photo gallery and a complete catalog of inhabitants. The catalog is divided into categories, which is very convenient. There you can get acquainted with the marine inhabitants of the aquarium and learn many interesting facts.
