Rest on the Oka can be unforgettable. Fishing and swimming on the beaches, rest in comfort in sanatoriums and at various recreation centers, travel on river boats along the Oka - the choice is great and varied.
Holidays on the Oka River, one of the most precious rivers in the country, the right tributary of Mother Volga, is not as popular among the bulk of Russians as it deserves. Due to the lack of information, it seems that the rest in central Russia is not comfortable enough. Simply not promising to spend precious vacation days on it.
Meanwhile, along the entire length of the river, from its birth in the Oryol region to the confluence of the Volga in Nizhny Novgorod, on the banks of the Oka there are a huge number of sanatoriums, recreation centers, and fishing farms. All of them provide excellent conditions for vacationers. Almost everyone can organize a vacation on the Oka River according to their wishes and needs.
Fishing lovers
For lovers of fishing, you can find places rich in fish or specially created for fishermen. No need to lug gear and equipment. Everything you need to provide companies organizing this kind of vacation.
A weekend trip or a desire to spend more time here - everything is decided on the spot, without hassle and delays. Stories and photos will make you heroes of social networks and friendly gatherings.
More than thirty species of fish live in the waters of the Oka. The most popular are asp, bream, pike perch, roach, ide. Giant catfish are caught periodically. Sterlet is also found in the river, which is prohibited from fishing, which does not stop local poachers at all.
There are many crayfish, which speaks of clean water, no matter how spiteful critics say the opposite. Cancer loves clean water and its presence near the banks and in streams confirms that not everything is so bad with the environment as they are trying to convince us.
Inundated meadows in the Oka floodplain - forbs, multicolored
In addition to fishing joys, there are a lot of strawberries in the floodplain meadows of the Oka. During its ripening in the meadows there is a unique smell of herbs, flowers and berries. For one of them, you can already go to the Oka from the gassed megalopolises.
A tan acquired in the summer on the Oka open spaces is not inferior in beauty to a sea tan, but less harmful and lasts much longer. Especially if it is combined with swimming on sandy beaches.
The sandy bottom and shallow depth make rest on the water comfortable and safe. There are a huge number of such beaches on the Oka, both equipped and natural, created by the river itself.
Camping in nature with children is a unique, natural opportunity to teach the younger generation to make a fire, make tea from local herbs and roots, and put up a tent. Joint family vacations in the picturesque expanses of their native country are an invaluable contribution to education.
How to relax on the Oka River with the usual comfort
Those who love comfort should look for sanatoriums, bases and camps, various tourist recreation complexes on the Oka. They are located along the picturesque banks of the river, along its entire length. Picturesque landscapes, entertainment on the water and on the shore, excellent living conditions for the entire stay. Landscaped areas, all amenities in buildings and small houses.
River boats - unforgettable journeys along the Oka
The opportunity to travel along the Oka River on motor ships is provided by shipping companies of large cities, such as Nizhny Novgorod, Moscow, Ryazan. It is worth buying tickets for comfortable river ships and, all the time of a leisurely journey along the Oka, you will see steep banks, gentle slopes, flooded forb meadows replacing each other. Such pictures become vivid impressions and will be remembered forever.
The opportunity to go ashore in cities, see sights, visit famous monasteries is provided by every travel company that organizes river trips.
Already, the popularity of recreation on the Oka River is growing. Tourism and recreation in the middle zone of the country will surely become a favorite form of recreation in Russia.
