All the ice of Lake Baikal. From Ulan-Ude to Irkutsk

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The most intense tour on the Baikal ice! An amazing journey that will connect the eastern and western shores of the frozen Lake Baikal, will give you unforgettable impressions, charm you with the beauty of the landscapes and allow you to enjoy the clean air and spaciousness.

Location

the city of Ulan-Ude

from

Early
booking

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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)

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Tour highlights

Fun rides

We will take a ride on Khivus, snowmobiles and UAZ, and possibly on airboats or airboats

Friendly huskies

Let's try a dog sled ride

Vivid landscapes of Lake Baikal

Let's take gorgeous photos of grottos, caves, ice hummocks and stalactites

Itinerary

Day 1 - Tour of the Ivolginsky datsan. Meeting with Lake Baikal
Our guide will meet you at the airport in Ulan-Ude at 9:00.
We recommend dressing warmly. Be sure to bring warm shoes and clothes with you (even if the forecast is 0 degrees).
Moving to the center of Buddhism in Russia – Ivolginsky datsan.
Tour of the Ivolginsky Datsan.
Today it is a huge complex with several temples.
A short transfer to Ulan-Ude.
A brief introduction to its historical center, and then we go to a cafe of national cuisine.
We try Buryat cuisine (payment on the spot on our own).
Departure to Lake Baikal to the village of Maksimikha or Ust-Barguzin.
During the journey, we stop and inspect the ice in the form of pyramids and volcanoes.
This can only be seen from the Eastern side of Lake Baikal.
Bizarre drifts of snow and ice, larger than a man's height.
Something like a maze, with caves and snow volcanoes.
Hundreds of people come here every year to see such a miracle.
Dinner on your own (paid separately).
Getting to know and relax.
Overnight at the campsite.

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Day 2 - Swimming in the hot springs of the Chivyrkuy Bay
Breakfast at the hotel.
Today is a UNIQUE day for us.
We will see the most picturesque grottoes on Lake Baikal.
In addition, bathing in hot springs awaits us.
The coolest photos on Lake Baikal in swimsuits against the background of snow-capped peaks.
Boarding the UAZ cars (only with them we will be able to get to the hot springs and grottoes of the Chivyrkuy Bay).
Our road goes to the Holy Nose Peninsula, which is located in the Trans-Baikal National Park.
We go out on the ice, explore interesting and picturesque places.
And they will definitely be there — these are grottoes and huge ice on the rocks.
And for the most delicious – bathing in hot springs.
Snake spring – the temperature of hot water at the outlet of the main source is 40-45 ° C, depending on the season of the year.
The composition of the waters is bicarbonate–sulfate-sodium with hydrogen sulfide content.
Lunch.
Return to the recreation center.
Dinner on your own (paid separately).
Overnight at the recreation center.

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Day 3 - Transfer across Lake Baikal to Olkhon Island. Sightseeing of beauty and attractions
Breakfast.
The most unique crossing of the whole Baikal!
We will definitely stop at the mark of the largest depth of the lake.
One of the busiest days on the ice of Lake Baikal.
Baikal is waiting for us to the horizon with its ice and hummocks.
Attention! Equipment is used to cross Lake Baikal, depending on the state of the ice. As a rule, these can be UAZ class cars (improved and more comfortable) or hovercraft, as well as other equipment — aerosani, airboats, etc. Equipment is selected to make the move safe.
So, let's hit the road.
First, we move towards Olkhon Island along the Barguzin Bay.
To our right is the Holy Nose Peninsula.
As soon as we go behind its lower headboard, we will see the island of Olkhon.
We will definitely make stops for photos along the way!
Lunch in the form of a picnic on the ice of Lake Baikal.
After driving a little more, we will be on Olkhon.
We admire the ice on Cape Khoboy and its grotto.
We take wonderful photos and move towards the village of Khuzhir.
Placement.
Free time.
Sunset at Cape Shamanka (if we meet the time when moving).
In sunny weather, it is necessary to have sunglasses!
In the evening we stay at the campsite.
We have dinner at a local cafe or hotel (paid separately) and relax.

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Day 4 - Group transfer to Listvyanka
After a delicious breakfast, we leave Olkhon Island by minibus and head along the road to Listvyanka village.
Group transfer.
The road goes along the island with an exit to the ice of Lake Baikal.
Every year, a road is laid here on the ice, which connects Olkhon with the mainland.
Our way further lies among the Tazheran steppes.
On the way, we will make a stop to try Buryat cuisine again (payment on the spot on our own).
Our road passes through Irkutsk, this is our first acquaintance with the city.
But we will come back here, but for now our path lies to where the only river flows from, this is the daughter of Lake Baikal – Angara.
The source of the Angara river, which does not freeze even in winter.
Let's take a walk around Lake Baikal, take a break from a long move and check into a hotel.
Dinner on your own (paid separately).
Rest.

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Day 5 - Rest in Sandy Bay
And again a unique day!
After breakfast, we set off on a trip across the ice of Lake Baikal on a boat with an air cushion called "Khivus".
On this day, you will have to drive from Listvyanka village along the famous and very picturesque Sandy Bay, past the villages of Bolshye Koty and Bolshoe Goloustnoe.
A stop and a photo on the ice of Lake Baikal.
We recommend taking dresses, dressing in the brightest clothes to make unique shots of your stay on the ice of Lake Baikal.
Stop under the Skriper rock, then Sandy Bay awaits us.
Here we are waiting for small ascents to look at Lake Baikal from a bird's-eye view.
It's just mesmerizing!
Recreation, ice skating, photos on the ice of Lake Baikal and, of course, lunch on the Baikal ice.
You will learn what a Baikal kiss is.
The day will fly by unnoticed!
Return to the hotel in the evening.
Rest.
Dinner at the hotel on your own (paid separately).
Overnight at the hotel.

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Day 6 - Excursion to the Baikal Museum and Chersky Peak. Transfer to Irkutsk
Breakfast.
Packing up, as we will spend the night in Irkutsk today.
Loading into a minibus.
Transfer to the Baikal Museum.
After that, you will get acquainted with all the inhabitants of Lake Baikal in the Limnological Museum, the scientific staff will tell you in detail everything about Lake Baikal.
Move.
We ride snowmobiles with an instructor on an equipped track.
As a rule, 1-2 people each.
Others who don't really like snowmobiles can sit in a cafe and have a little snack.
After racing on snowmobiles, we get back into the minibus and rush to the fish market.
We buy souvenirs and fish for home.
Lunch at a cafe with a fish we bought, and then we go for a ride on a dog sled (we try to drive a small circle).
Transfer to Irkutsk.
Check-in at the hotel.
In the evening, we have dinner in honor of the completion of the program (payment on site).

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Day 7 - Departure
Breakfast.
Independent departure to the airport.

Difficulty

For any person

Accommodation

Camp Site

6 nights

Comfort

Basic+

The tour provides accommodation at camp sites.

The cost of the tour for 1 person, depending on the accommodation, RUB.:

type of placement	double room	single room
"Standard"	189 300	200 800
"Junior Suite"	199 600	220 500

You can charge your phones at the camp sites, but the mobile connection is weak and there is no wi-fi.

Find out more information about the conditions of your stay when booking a tour.

Tour conditions

Group

up to 15 tourists

Minimum age

8 years old

Duration

7 days 6 nights

Group meets at

the city of Ulan-Ude

Included in price

accommodation at camp sites depending on the selected category;
meals according to the program:
- 1 day: not provided;
- Day 2: breakfast, lunch;
- Day 3: breakfast, lunch-picnic;
- Day 4: Breakfast;
- Day 5: breakfast, lunch;
- Day 6: Breakfast;
- Day 7: Breakfast;
guided tours and tickets to the museum according to the program;
transportation according to the program;
fee for visiting national parks and nature reserves;
instructor service;
meeting at the airport;
excursion to the Datsan Buddhist Center;
dog sled rental;
crossing Lake Baikal;
skate rental (please specify the shoe size in the application);
visiting the grottoes.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Ulan-Ude and back from Irkutsk;
meals not specified in the program or specified for an additional fee;
alcohol and tobacco products;
excursion to the ethnographic complex of Taltsy;
ski pass in the ski complex;
bathhouse;
Irkutsk city tour;
visiting the springs.

It's important to know

1. Passport (birth certificate for the child), compulsory medical insurance policy.

2. Tickets, voucher, payment documents for accommodation, etc.

3. Cosmetics, sunscreen, etc.

4. Sunglasses.

5. The camera.

6. Sleeping bag (comfort - 5g.).

7. Spoon, mug, knife.

8. Warm insulated winter boots - 1 pair. Please note that you will not be on the street for 30 minutes as in the city, but for several hours outside the city! Shoes should be comfortable, worn and not high-heeled.

9. Spikes on an elastic band - for walking on ice and ice of Lake Baikal (often sold in sports shops in winter).

10. Insoles-warmers (optional).

11. Underwear – at least 2-3 sets.

12. T–shirt - 1-2 pcs.

13. Socks – used 2-3 pairs. and 2 pairs of woolen ones.

14. Comfortable trousers and a sweatshirt for walking indoors.

15. Swimsuit - for bathing in hot springs.

16. Thermal underwear (winter set, jacket + tights) – 1-2 pcs.

17. Sweater or fleece jacket for the street - 1-2 pcs.

18. Down vest - optional.

19. Warm trousers for the street (like ski pants) - 1 pc.

20. A warm jacket with a hood - 1 pc.

21. A warm or sporty hat – 1 pc.

22. Insulated gloves or mittens - 1-2 pairs.

23. Personal hygiene products (toothbrush and paste, toilet paper, etc.).

24. Individual first aid kit (with the necessary set of personal and specific medicines no more than 200 grams by weight).

Time zone

+5 o'clock Moscow time (MSK +5).

Weather conditions

In winter and spring during the tours. The days are usually sunny. During the day from 0 to -10, at night to -20-30. The sun is very bright.

Rules of conduct

We do not recommend drinking alcoholic beverages before and during the tour. Tourists must follow the rules of personal safety, strictly follow the recommendations of the accompanying persons and not endanger their lives and the lives of others.

During the trip, it is necessary to take care of the equipment of hotels and catering facilities, vehicles, as well as natural, historical and cultural monuments.

Mobile communication

On the territory of the Baikal region, mobile communication services are provided by the following operators: Megafon OJSC, MTS OJSC, Beeline OJSC and Ulan-Ude Cellular Network (UUSS), BBK.

Meeting of tourists

Upon arrival at the railway station/airport at the meeting point of the group, it is necessary to check in with a representative of the host party, who will indicate the location of the bus. At the place of accommodation, you will be presented with a program of stay for the entire period of service (the order of accommodation, meals, a list of excursions, the schedule of transport), as well as a program for the day of arrival. You should check with your tour guide the address of the accommodation and the number (type) of transport by which you can get to the accommodation.

Accommodation in hotels

Economy class sightseeing tours, therefore, are designed for tourists to stay in tourist-class hotels, however, all hotels offered for accommodation have the appropriate certificates and licenses confirming the right to provide hotel services.

Food

Meals on the routes are organized in cafes or restaurants that also have the appropriate certificates and licenses. Sometimes, based on the conditions of the route, lunch can be a dry ration.

Security during programs

Safety instructions are provided by the guides immediately before entering the active part of the excursions. It is necessary to comply with the requirements of the instructions and to exercise personal caution. From each point of the routes, you can get to settlements in the shortest possible time, almost everywhere there is a mobile connection. In case of minor injuries, bus drivers have a first aid kit.

Each participant of the tour can independently insure themselves before the trip.

Crossings by off-road vehicles, buses and hovercraft. The transfer is carried out by jeeps on day 1, on day 2 (if there is solid ice), on day 4.

All crossings along Lake Baikal or across Lake Baikal are carried out on special transport, it is provided by the company on request. Regular buses also operate in the region, mainly departing from two places: from the bus station and from the city center. Minibuses are delivered from the forecourt to anywhere in the city, as well as to coastal settlements on Lake Baikal.

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