Which resorts in Azerbaijan to choose for a trip to the sea with children or together in the summer of 2021? How much do the tours cost and how is it profitable to purchase package transfers? We will consider all the nuances of the trip and find out when to vacation in the country is most profitable in terms of price and climatic conditions, how much it costs to fly on your own and how much it will cost to have a vacation at sea in Azerbaijan when buying a tour from a major tour operator.
Visiting post-Soviet countries is a reasonable alternative to travel abroad. But such visits should be planned as thoroughly as travel to tropical islands or to the capitals of European states. Then the likelihood of disappointment will be reduced to almost zero.
Where is the best place to relax in Azerbaijan by the sea?
The choice of resorts in Azerbaijan on the sea is not inferior to the Russian or Georgian Black Sea coast. Along with the beaches, travelers can also enjoy the natural beauty far from the coast, and ancient monuments and architectural landmarks. Now, as the infrastructure develops, the Azerbaijani territory is steadily increasing its attractiveness in the field of tourism, we can safely say about this according to the statistics of visits by Russians over the past year. Moreover, this year, starting from the winter months, we are booking tours for the summer among our readers.
Beach vacation in Azerbaijan is possible even in the suburbs Baku... The coastline within the city itself is not suitable for swimming. From that, locals and tourists go to Absheron peninsula... The transport accessibility of the peninsula is high. Village Bilgahlocated 40 km from the capital, we recommend for family leisure. Even children will love the shallow sea. A playground has been equipped, a cafe has been installed. Visitors rent umbrellas and sun loungers. A luxury section of the coast with swimming pools, a cinema, changing rooms, showers has been prepared. A huge number of attractions.
- Resort area Zagulba located 70 km from Baku.
The bottom near the coast is covered with stones. The water is clear, but you can swim there only in calm weather. 3 commercial beaches have been formed. A lot of water and other entertainments, separate banquet zones are concentrated on the popular "Mirvani". But there are too many people.
- Before Lankaran easy to reach without stopping in Baku.
There is a separate airport for international traffic. The resort's beaches are strewn with unique black sand. There are claims that it has health benefits. Local health resorts offer hot springs. The antiquity of the city allows you to combine a visit to the coastal strip with an examination of ancient monuments.
- It is worth taking a closer look at Sumgait.
Despite the developed petrochemistry, this city has become an attractive center of marine leisure. The city is located 30 kilometers from Baku. 10 - 12 regular buses go there every day. The beach strips are not covered with sand, not even pebbles, but with small shells. They are bleached by the continuously shining sun. From entertainment, water competitions and attractions are available.
- City Khudat, located in the north-east of Azerbaijan, is famous for its close hydrogen sulfide springs.
Areas of relict forest approach the coastal strip. The region abounds in private hotels, large sanatoriums, tourist centers.
- Village Mardakan has 10 leisure areas.
But some of them are only available for a fee. Along with beach activities, you can visit the water park and nightclubs. The long coastal strip of the Novkhan village is also attractive due to its gentle slopes, clean water, a well-thought-out water park and a sophisticated range of beach activities.
Map of beaches and resorts
Which resort to choose for families with children?
The question of where to go to Azerbaijan to relax with children is invariably relevant among independent tourists looking for answers on forums and in reviews. We can safely say that the Caspian Sea itself is conducive to children's leisure in most of the territory. Along with sunbathing and swimming in the water, there are a lot of water and coastal activities available. The beaches, with rare exceptions, are covered with sand. It is advisable to give preference to paid sites, since there is more order, and the territory is cleaner. The more people visit a resort, the less family-friendly it is. When choosing a hotel, we recommend that you check that the maximum is prepared there for a full-fledged leisure, we will talk about a selection of good hotels by the sea further.
The suburban area of Baku contains a number of attractive places where beaches with sun loungers, sea fishing and yachting are available. Trips to the city will allow you to get acquainted with theaters, museums, fountains, with the architecture of the old part of the Azerbaijani capital. Near Cape Shikhovo the eponymous resort is located. The beach here is divided into sections occupied by a mass of hotels and swimming pools. A water park has been built. Soft sand of golden color breaks off at the very edge of the surf with a pebble strip. The convenience of entering the water and the relatively shallow depth of the sea will delight tourists.
Dial gained popularity due to its hydrogen sulfide sources. Around vineyards and orchards with fruit trees; their thickets overlook the coastal strip even. The hotels located here are comfortable, located in the middle of relict forests. Life is in full swing both night and day.
A trip to the resort would be an excellent solution. Khachmaz... The Caspian Sea here intersects with eight rivers, three artificial lakes, the vastness of the reserve is spread around. In summer, streams of people rush here. They settle in hotels, in private housing. Excursions to nearby cities are available, discos and other entertainment events are organized, a number of water parks and swimming pools have been built.
When is the best time to rest?
The choice of a suitable place for a beach holiday does not guarantee pleasant leisure. It is important to know when is the best time to relax at sea in Azerbaijan. The climate of the Transcaucasian country is not uniform. The coastal part belongs to the region of humid subtropical climate. Beach time begins in May, the end of it falls on the last days of October... In the last third of spring, the sea warms up to 19 degrees, in June this figure rises to 24 degrees.
When autumn comes, the water turns cold relatively slowly. During September, her temperature gradually decreases. from 28 to 26 degrees... Even in the last decade october it is still about 21 degrees... For sightseeing leisure, as opposed to visiting the beaches, it is recommended to choose spring or October. Otherwise, the hot sun can damage your health. It is categorically undesirable to go to Azerbaijan in November, this month is characterized by dank rainy weather.
- Weather in Baku and nearby sea resorts by months:
Prices for holidays in Azerbaijan in 2021
Now we will find out the cost of a trip to the sea in the summer and how much money to take with us. Looking ahead, we recommend planning your vacation in advance, so you can find great flights and book a good hotel. As for the tour, we advise you to look for offers a week before departure, it will be cheaper. In addition, try to choose a different number of vacation days, for example, a 5-day tour may be more expensive than an offer for a week of rest by the sea.
Airplane ticket prices
The price is determined by the arrival resort and the choice of the search service, we recommend using Aviasales. Utair planes arrive in Baku in 3 hours, the rate of payment is 6100 rubles. Azerbaijan Airlines provides planes that reach their destination in 2 hours 50 minutes, the cost of a ticket on board is 6700 rubles... Aeroflot offers to spend more than 3 hours in the air by paying 8100 rubles... A flight to Nakhichevan on a Utair airbus taking off from Vnukovo will cost 9100, travel time - 2 hours 50 minutes. The cost of tickets to Ganja starts from 7000.
- The cost of plane tickets is current at the time of publication, more accurate prices from Moscow and other cities can be viewed independently using the departure calendar:
Tour cost
Average prices for tours to Azerbaijan in 2021 are more tangible than when traveling to Turkey, Sochi or the Crimean resorts. They range (based on a seven-day trip) from 37 to 57 thousand rubles, depending on the month. The highest rates go up in july and august... During the velvet season, the cost decreases slowly.
- We advise you to look closely to the dates mid-June and mid-August, these are the most advantageous intervals.
Prices for food and entertainment
- At the time of publication, 1 manat ≈38 rubles.
Finding out the cost of rest in Azerbaijan can not be ignored and this moment. The cafes in the resort area offer lunch for two people for 12 manat on average, in a budget-class restaurant, the fee will be from 40 to 50 manat... A cup of coffee can be drunk for 1 - 5 manats, as its price varies greatly in individual establishments. Portions of traditional Azerbaijani dishes are sold for 1 - 4 manats.
For 10 manat you can buy 10 servings of ice cream, or 10 bottles of drinking water, or 50 eggs, or 6 kg of rice, or 1.9 kg of cheese, or 2.5 kg of orange (apples, tomatoes, grapes), or 3 kg of bananas, or 30 lemons. Attention: payment by cards is rare. Tourists are advised to keep a supply of cash with them.
- What to do and where to go?
The key sights of Baku can be seen in 1 day both independently and with the help of a sightseeing tour in Russian. In Lankaran, it is worth visiting the old quarters, the medieval fortress. A number of attractive excursions are organized for holidaymakers at sea. For a visit to the water park, they pay from 13 to 35 manats. 10 scuba diving trainings and ammunition rental - 350 manat. For only 2 - 3 manats, they are allowed to enter the zoo in Baku.
Having 50 manats, you can choose between a sightseeing trip around the Azerbaijani capital, a visit to the Aliyev center. Within 10 manats, they order short boat trips, buy tickets to the Maiden Tower, to the burning mountain Yanardag, to the palace of the Shah's period. Only 1 manat is worth climbing to the observation deck. It must be remembered that you can only park at any attraction for a fee - for 1 manat.
Prices in hotels
Reviews of tourists about a beach holiday in Azerbaijan
Knowing the prices for a vacation in Azerbaijan by the sea is already half of the distance traveled when planning. Another important point is the reviews of vacationers!
- Here's what you need to know from our experiences visiting the country and the opinions of other travelers:
In the Transcaucasian country, the main resorts are connected by stable bus service. The schedule is strictly observed. Route taxis leave for the road as soon as the cabin is full. Connoisseurs of Azerbaijani leisure are advised to buy not only carpets, but also tablecloths, bags, dish stands, jewelry, traditional cultural items and souvenirs.
It is advisable to travel to Azerbaijan from most of the territory of Russia by plane. Traveling by bus, train is inconvenient. You cannot bring your own food and drinks to the commercial beaches. It is necessary to take into account Islamic traditions and the restrictions associated with them in clothing and behavior.
Life hack for a profitable trip to the sea
These tips will help you plan your independent travel cheaper:
- We advise you to search for the best prices for hotels using the application from RoomGuru, so you can find any living space even upon arrival at the beach resort, very convenient on a business trip or an unplanned vacation.
- The Sravni service will help you profitably insure your health and life while traveling, the search engine shows results from all major insurance companies, you just have to choose the most profitable option, but it is better not to save on health.
- Flights? Experiencedly, we advise you to use Aviasales, he is looking even among low-cost airlines.
