Today rest in Kerch, one of the oldest cities in the world, is a variety of activities for every taste. Guests of Kerch can not only explore the numerous architectural treasures of the city, relax on the beach, recover in rest homes and resorts, but also to discover new opportunities for an interesting vacation. One of such opportunities is a fascinating excursion to the pheasant farm «Exotic».
Ostrich farm «Exotic» is located in the village of Podmayachny in 2 km from Kerch in the picturesque surroundings of the city near the sea coast. The farm was opened in the spring of 2004, when the first ostriches arrived here. Now the territory of the farm occupies more than 10 hectares, and the number of «the proudest birds» is constantly increasing — there are already more than 30 individuals of different ages. The ostriches have perfectly adapted to the mild Crimean climate.
Excursion to the ostrich farm involves a variety of entertainment. Funny and friendly ostriches, always willing to make contact with guests, are interesting and fun to watch both children and adults. You can see both adult ostriches, one-year-old babies and recently born ones. Of particular interest to children is the opportunity to hold a real ostrich egg, which can also be purchased in the souvenir shop along with ostrich skin, feathers and other souvenirs. Adult visitors are often most attracted by the opportunity to taste ostrich meat in the modern restaurant, which has opened here.
The restaurant on the territory of the farm offers interesting and unusual cuisine — having made a preliminary order, here you can try ostrich kebab, ostrich eggs, as well as other delicious dishes from ostrich meat.
But all the wonders of one of the most exotic attractions of Kerch do not end here. The farm also has a zoo, where you can see many other inhabitants besides ostriches: peacocks, pigs and chickens of the most unusual breeds, nutria, rabbits and many other animals.
Another entertainment at the ostrich farm «Exotic» is horseback riding, which can be done around the farm or on the steppe, located nearby. As it is known, horseback riding perfectly raises your mood and gives a charge of positive energy. But also for those who prefer traditional walks on foot the farm will be an interesting place. Well-appointed territory with a large and beautiful artificial pond with lilies, giant cacti growing here and there, various flowers in unusual flowerbeds, children’s playgrounds with slides, swings, toys — all this makes rest at the ostrich farm fascinating for guests from small to large.
Thanks to the wide range of recreation opportunities, excursions to this attractions of Crimea are becoming more and more popular every year. Tourists from all over the country come here, and those who come to vacation in Kerch, necessarily devote time to this most interesting event. For guests who enjoyed spending time at the Exotic Farm so much that they don’t want to leave, there is a unique opportunity — accommodation in a two-story cottage with separate comfortable rooms.