Ascent to the Holy Nose and rafting in the Chivyrkuy Bay

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This tour will allow you to enjoy the Baikal flavor, get acquainted with the amazing nature of the lake, the Trans-Baikal National Park. Visit the high–altitude plateau of the largest peninsula on Lake Baikal - Holy Nose (1740m.) and just have a nice rest.

Location

Russia, Republic of Buryatia, Ulan-Ude

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Tour highlights

Picturesque Baikal bays

Let's soak up on the sandy beaches of the Chivyrkuy Bay

Climbing the Holy Nose

We will have an amazing panorama of Lake Baikal, Chivyrkuysky and Barguzin Bay

Kayaking on Lake Baikal

Enjoy the beauty of the islands and a leisurely vacation on various picturesque shores

Itinerary

Day 1 - Meeting. Zabaikalsky National Park
Departure from the bus station of Ulan-Ude by regular transport to the village of Ust-Barguzin.
Arrival in the village of Ust-Barguzin or Turka.
Meeting with the group from 12 to 20 o'clock.
Overnight in the village or on the spit.
Meals: On your own.

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Day 2 - Ascent to the observation point of the Holy Nose Peninsula
Breakfast.
Ascent to the observation point of the Holy Nose Peninsula, (7-8 hours, sometimes 9 hours) from where an amazing panorama of Lake Baikal, Chivyrkuysky and Barguzin Bay opens.
First, we climb the trail to the observation point called the Cross.
Snack.
For those who are not tired (at the discretion of the guide), ascent to the plateau of the Holy Nose (ascent time is up to 15:00, with a delay and a slow pace – the guide has the right to turn the group down).
In the south and north there is one horizon and only in the distance to the west there are mountain views, on which snow remains even in summer.
Descent from the top of the peninsula (the descent is quite steep, so you should be careful when following all the commands and recommendations of the guide).
Supper.
Overnight on the beach.
Each participant is obliged to take at least 1 liter of drinking water with them on the ascent.
Meals: Breakfast. Lunch is a snack. Supper.

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Day 3 - Chivyrkuysky Bay
Early rise.
Transfer to Chivyrkuy Bay.
Collecting kayaks.
Breakfast.
Kayaking in the Chivyrkuysky Bay of the village. Monakhovo — Okunevaya Bay (10 km) or Sorozhya Bay (5 km).
Chivyrkuysky Bay is considered the most picturesque on Lake Baikal.
Every island in the bay is a natural monument.
The shores of the bays are indented by picturesque sandy coves.
What is it worth watching the dawn!
The sun appears slowly from behind the Barguzin Mountains, which are located on the other side of the bay and are very picturesque.
There is a hot spring in snake Bay, in the bay, or rather there are three of them.
Currently, wooden baths are made of them, which anyone can visit.
Meals: Breakfast. Lunch. Supper.

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Day 4 - Transfer to the hot springs
Breakfast in the morning.
Transfer early in the morning, to the hot springs (about 10-12 km).
The average speed of the kayak is 5-7 km/h.
Kayaking is possible for almost anyone, but you should strictly follow all the instructor's commands!
No special training is required, but a little physical training is desirable.
The beauty of the islands and a leisurely vacation on various picturesque shores will delight you.
All nights in tents, there is no civilization around!
Lunch and Dinner.
Rest on the sandbar.
Rafting is carried out only in favorable weather.
Meals: Breakfast. Lunch. Supper.

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Day 5 - A spare day in case of bad weather
In case of good weather in the morning, we go out to Okunevaya Bay.
We rest there all day, sunbathe.
A beautiful bay, hidden from the winds.
There is a coniferous forest all around, pure nature.
There is a village within an hour's walk from where you can call home, since there was no connection for two days before that.
A tourist bath is possible in the camping area.
If the weather is bad on this day, then we rest on the spit by the Krestovaya River.
There is a sandy beach both on the side of Lake Baikal and near the river.
Lunch.
Dinner in the evening.
Overnight in tents.
Meals: Breakfast. Lunch. Supper.

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Day 6 - Continuation of kayaking
Early rise.
We return back along the coast and beautiful rocks by kayak towards Monakhovo (12 km).
The distance is small, so we go slowly, but of course it will depend on the weather.
Baikal is especially beautiful in the hours of dawn.
Inspection of rocks and coves.
Rest on the sandy shore.
Overnight in a tent.
We cook lunch and dinner on a gas stove.
In one of the places where parking is allowed, we will definitely sit by the campfire and look at the stars.
Chivyrkuy Bay is located on the territory of the national park.
There are many secluded coves in the bay, but unfortunately, it is not allowed to stop everywhere, only in specially equipped places.
But while kayaking, we will explore the maximum number of picturesque places along the way.
Meals: Breakfast. Lunch. Supper.

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Day 7 - Transfer to Monakhovo. Departure
Breakfast, transfer to Monakhovo.
Collecting kayaks on the shore.
By car departure to Ust-Barguzin.
Lunch at the cafe on the way by yourself.
It is paid directly by the participants on the spot.
Departure to the city of Ulan-Ude.
The program ends at 18-19 hours (possibly later).
Meals: Breakfast.

Difficulty

Involves moderate physical activity

Accommodation

Tent

6 nights

Comfort

Basic

The tour provides accommodation in tents (3-4 bed accommodation).

Additional payment for double occupancy – 1,700 rubles/person;

The surcharge for single occupancy is 2,600 rubles/person;

Accommodation in tents according to the program (3-4 beds, 1 and 2 beds are paid additionally).

Accommodation in tents is common, there is no gender separation, when making an application, be sure to clarify to the manager your wishes for accommodation in a tent (for example, if you have a married couple, you want to live alone and other basic wishes for settlement).

Tour conditions

Group

up to 15 tourists

Minimum age

8 years old

Duration

7 days 6 nights

Group meets at

Russia, Republic of Buryatia, Ulan-Ude

Included in price

all transfers according to the program;
accommodation in tents according to the program (3-4 beds, 1 and 2 beds are paid additionally);
meals according to the program:
- 1 day – not included;
- Day 2 – breakfast, lunch, snack, dinner;
- Day 3-6 – breakfast, lunch, dinner;
- Day 7 – breakfast;
stay in the territory of the national park;
rental of tourist equipment (tents, sleeping bags, campfire equipment);
services of guide guides.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Ulan-Ude and back;
visiting the seal rookeries on the Ushkany Islands;
accommodation in a hotel in Ulan-Ude;
alcoholic beverages.

It's important to know

Equipment and accessories:

a backpack for women with a volume of at least 70-80 liters, for men 80-90 liters.;
polyurethane mat;
a plastic bag or a hermetic bag (inserted inside the backpack to protect against moisture);
headlamp;
sunglasses;
sleeping bag – temperature regime depending on the time of year and place of travel;
spoon, mug, knife;
rain cover – only for routes where the temperature stays above zero;
matches sealed in polyethylene or plastic packaging or a lighter;
individual first aid kit (with the necessary set of personal and specific medicines no more than 200 g by weight);
photo camera;
thermos or plastic bottle;
have protective equipment against blood-sucking insect bites on routes (mainly on routes where the temperature does not drop below zero);
sunburn products (required in the mountains and traveling by water)

Clothes, shoes, etc.:

underwear – at least 2-3 sets;
thermal underwear (set, depending on the time of year. Jacket + tights) – 1-2 pieces;
trousers are light, sporty, for daily wear, depending on the time of the year;
jacket, fleece, etc. 1-2 pcs. (preferably made of modern materials);
storm suit – jacket + trousers. Availability is mandatory (In summer – protection from wind and rain. The jacket is better insulated with a hood (according to the time of the year. As a rule, it must be available in the mountains and on Lake Baikal. Trousers – protection from wind and moisture.
plain socks (or trekking socks) – 2-4 pairs;
wool socks (trekking, insulated) — at least 2 pairs;
2 pairs of shoes (for summer – trekking boots and sneakers with thick soles or sneakers + rubber boots with a liner and a warm insole (recommended for water routes along Lake Baikal). For rafting on mountain rivers, it is desirable to wear neoprene (you can rent;
for climbing – mountain climbing boots + trekking boots. Lightweight sneakers on request (for crossings, recreation centers, on trains, etc.)
trekking poles are recommended only for hiking routes, combined at the discretion of the participants;
note: during the day in the mountains, the sun is active and snowmelt is possible, so shoes should have good water-repellent properties. (Rubber boots (in addition to boots) – at the discretion of the participants);
warm sports hat – 2 pcs (in summer a cap with a visor + a cap);
personal hygiene products (toothbrush and paste, toilet paper, etc.);
gloves in summer are a simple 2 pairs. In winter and climbing – insulated gloves – 1 pair and very warm mittens – 1 pair;

Important! It is mandatory to have the following documents on the entire route – a passport, a compulsory medical insurance policy, and a birth certificate for the child.

The requirement for a set of "personal belongings" is nothing superfluous and heavy, since besides them you will have to carry food (about 600 –800g. per day per person) for the entire route and group equipment (tents, axes, boilers, etc..

Personal equipment for the water route should include a waterproof suit and rubber boots (please take care of your health and do not stay in cold water without special shoes).

Also:

it is necessary to have clothes and an awning for a backpack in case of bad weather;
it is desirable to have a vaccination against tick-borne encephalitis;

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