A fabulous week on Lake Baikal

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Clean air, stunning landscapes and extraordinarily transparent ice of winter Lake Baikal. A combination of active recreation with a rich excursion program.

Location

Russia, Irkutsk

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Tour highlights

Charming Siberian friends

We will visit the sled dog center, ride a dog sled, get a lot of positive emotions from a photo shoot with malamute puppies

Fun trekking on the ice of Lake Baikal

We will do trekking on the ice of Lake Baikal, walk about 15 km a day, arrange sled races, ice hockey without rules and a snowdrift party

Places of Power

We will learn about shamanism on Lake Baikal, visit the sacred place – Shamanka rock

Itinerary

Day 1 - The Small Sea
Gathering of the group at the Irkutsk airport at 9:00-10:00.
Transfer Irkutsk – Olkhon.
Lunch at the cafe.
National Buryat cuisine.
Arrival in the village of Sakhyurt.
Accommodation at the hotel.
A tour of the southern part of the Small Sea.
Today we will visit the Olkhonskoye Gate Strait, then move along the southern part of Olkhon Island with stops in the most interesting places.
On the way, we will definitely visit the largest island in the Small Sea, Ogoy (a 2 km walk on the ice). to one side), where the Buddhist stupa of enlightenment is located.
As a sign of respect for a culture we are not familiar with, we will walk clockwise through the City to purify ourselves from the deeds that we have committed in our current and past lives.
You need to walk along the stone path without turning off thoughts, doubts, and worries.
To enlighten consciousness and purify thoughts, you need to go through 108 circles!
18:00 arrival at the hotel complex.
19:00 dinner at the hotel.
Meals: lunch, dinner.
Day 2 - Excursion "Journey to the ends of the Earth!"
Breakfast.
Boarding the UAZ.
We will visit the legendary Shamanka rock (Cape Burkhan).
Let's talk about the traditions and religion of the local population.
The excursion "Journey to the ends of the Earth!" (designed for the whole day, lunch is included).
We dive into the wonderful world of winter Lake Baikal.
We will see magnificent grottos and bizarre hummocks, rocky capes majestically towering over the mirrored surface of the Baikal ice!
We are going to Cape Khoboy, visit the Three Brothers rock ensemble (Sagan Khushun),
We will learn a lot about Lake Baikal and hear fascinating legends.
A hot lunch is served during the tour.
18:00 Return to the hotel.
19:00 Dinner.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.

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Day 3 - Sandy Bay
Breakfast.
Boarding a vehicle (with belongings).
Sahyurt – Buguldeika crossing.
Lunch.
After lunch, boarding at Khivus (hovercraft).
We set off along the west coast to a surprisingly picturesque bay with the symbolic name "Sandy".
In Peschanaya Bay you can see the famous stilt trees, as well as climb to the observation point, from where you can enjoy a stunning view of the perfectly correct semi-oval of the bay!
18:00 We arrive at Bolshoe Goloustnoe settlement.
Accommodation in a tourist complex.
Supper.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.

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Day 4 - Sled dog center in the village of Maloe Goloustnoe
Breakfast.
Sled dog center in the village of Maloe Goloustnoe.
Getting to know furry friends – sled dogs (huskies, malamutes).
Training in sled management.
A refreshing trip and a lot of bright emotions!
A hearty lunch and hot herbal tea.
We return to the village of Bolshoe Goloustnoe.
Today you will have the opportunity to skate on the ice of Lake Baikal and the Goloustnaya River!
Skates can be rented (200 rubles / hour, 500 rubles / day), or you can take your own (if you have a large shoe size 45/46, then please take your own skates, but unfortunately there are no such rentals).
In the evening, we will have a Siberian bathhouse and a delicious dinner.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.

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Day 5 - Walking on the ice of Lake Baikal from Bolshoy Goloustny to Listvyanka
Breakfast.
10:00 Walk on the ice of Lake Baikal from Bolshoy Goloustny to Listvyanka.
We have to walk about 15 km.
We put things on a sled, and they become almost weightless.
Lunch-picnic on the ice of Lake Baikal.
Ice skating enthusiasts will be able to enjoy skating on the mirror-smooth Baikal ice!
16:00 we arrive at the cordon of the Baikal National Park.
Accommodation in the “Russian style” (in a warm house, without amenities).
There will be no amenities, but the friendly company and the extraordinary nature of Lake Baikal will not even let you remember it!
Cooking dinner.
Supper.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Day 6 - Transfer to Bolshye Koty village, Listvyanka
Breakfast.
Today, such famous places on Lake Baikal as the Devil's Bridge and the Skriper Cliff will meet on our way.
Let's arrange winter fun to cheer up: snowdrift parties, sledding races, ice hockey without rules...
We take unique photos on the ice mirror of Lake Baikal, enjoy the winter landscapes, breathe the purest Baikal air.
We will not notice how we will overcome 15 km of the way and find ourselves in the village of Bolshye Koty.
Lunch.
Landing in Khivus (hovercraft).
Transfer to Listvyanka village.
Placement.
Supper.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.

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Day 7 - Sightseeing tour of Listvyanka
Breakfast.
We rent rooms and go on a sightseeing tour of Listvyanka.
A visit to the interactive Baikal Museum and a virtual dive to the bottom of Lake Baikal.
Ascent by funicular to the Chersky Stone observation deck.
Lunch at the cafe at your own expense.
Free time to visit the fish and souvenir market.
Transfer Listvyanka – Irkutsk.
Placement.
A walk around the city.
Dinner at a restaurant to suit your taste.
Meals: breakfast.

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Day 8 - Departure
Self-service transfer to the airport.
Departure at any time.
Upon your prior request, you can extend your vacation in Listvyanka, visit the famous Circum-Baikal Railway on snowmobiles or by train.
Accommodation: no.
Meals: breakfast.

Difficulty

Low physical intensity for amateurs and non-experienced travelers

Tour organizer's comments

It requires skills of spending the night without amenities (1 night), tracking up to 15 km/day (on foot or on skates).

Accommodation

Hotel

4 nights
Guest House

2 nights
Camp Site

1 night

Comfort

Basic+

The tour provides double accommodation in guest houses, tourist complexes, estates.

Standard and economy amenities.

The tour has an overnight stay at the cordon of the Baikal National Park on Cape Kadilny, the accommodation conditions are not very comfortable, but authentic, single accommodation is not provided.

Surcharge for single occupancy (6 nights, without overnight stay at the cordon) – 12,500 rubles.

Featuring a private bar, Nikita Bencarov Manor Hotel is located in the village of Khuzhir. Guests can relax on the terrace. Room service is available. Free private parking is available on site. An airport shuttle can be arranged for an additional fee.

All rooms at the Nikita Bencarov Manor Hotel have a wardrobe, towels and bed linen. Double accommodation in a standard room.

A buffet breakfast is served.

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Tour conditions

Group

up to 16 tourists

Minimum age

14 years old

Duration

8 days 7 nights

Group meets at

Russia, Irkutsk

Included in price

accommodation in guest houses, tourist complexes, manors is double (according to the program);
excursions announced in the program;
meals according to the program:
Day 1: lunch, dinner;
Day 2-6: breakfast, lunch, dinner;
Day 7-8: breakfast;
in the active part of the route (tracking), tourists prepare meals on their own under the strict guidance of a guide;
all types of transfers according to the program: minivan/minibus on the highway, UAZ;
guide services;
payment for a permit to visit the Baikal National Park;
bathhouse.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Irkutsk and back;
rental of ice floats;
skate rental;;
accommodation in Irkutsk before the start of the route;
additional drinks and food (except those specified in the program).

It's important to know

Suitcase /bag / backpack + small backpack for active excursions.
Individual first aid kit: medicines for you personally, Band-Aid, elastic bandage, cream.
Documents: passport, MHI insurance policy – packed in an airtight package.
Flashlight (with a spare set of batteries).
Photo camera.
Toiletries (toothbrush, ...)
Shoes: comfortable shoes for the season! Boots/valenki/winter boots/EVA boots
Replaceable shoes: favorite slippers)
Socks – 2 p., warm woolen socks – 2 p.
Change of underwear.
Swimsuit (for visiting thermal springs or baths, if they are available in the
the program)
Thermal underwear is warm.
Insulated trousers and jacket, wind- and moisture–proof - you can ski insulated
a suit or a down jacket. WINDPROOF WITH A HOOD!
Comfortable clothes for staying indoors (tracksuit, jeans +
T-shirt).
T–shirts/turtlenecks- the quantity is at your discretion
The sweater is warm or fleece (it is much lighter in weight and easy to dry).
Hat + scarf, balaclava is possible
Mittens/gloves
Sunglasses
Sunscreen (snow strongly reflects sunlight!)
Thermos/water bottle.

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