Kayaking to the heart of Lake Baikal

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Quite an informative tour to the heart of the lake – Olkhon Island, with rafting in calm weather and a sightseeing trip around the island. During kayaking, you will walk about 30 km. The rest of the time on the route there are excursions and rest at the tourist base.

Location

Irkutsk

from

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

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Tour highlights

Family trip

You can go on this tour with children and enjoy nature together

Cycling trip

Let's ride bicycles along the shore of Lake Baikal, take vivid photos for memory

Incredible adventures

Kayaking along the picturesque Small Sea with beautiful views of the rocks and islands

Itinerary

Day 1 - Meeting in Irkutsk. Transfer to Olkhon Island
Meeting at the railway station in Irkutsk (9:50 local time. Information about commuter trains. The guide's phone number will be sent).
Departure to Olkhon Island as part of the national team (MRS stop).
The road goes through the steppe expanses, where the Baikal Mountains can be seen in the distance.
On the way, we will have lunch at a cafe (payment on the spot).
Transfer to Olkhon is carried out by public ferry.
In case of a huge traffic jam, after moving by ferry, we leave by another transport (usually to the UAZ).
Each participant makes the ferry crossing with their own and group items on their own.
Accommodation at an economy class recreation center (outdoor amenities).
Today we need to put the necessary things in hermetic bags, and leave the rest at the base.
Dinner at the base or a cafe on your own.
Meals: on your own.

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Day 2 - A trip to Cape Khoboy. Kayaking training
Early breakfast.
Sightseeing tour of Olkhon Island.
We have breakfast and go to the mysterious and mystical Cape Khoboy.
A delicious lunch in the fresh air!
We will see — the Sandy Tract, the Three Brothers rock, the Face of Lake Baikal, Cape Khoboy.
Excellent pictures are guaranteed, in almost any weather.
Transfer to the shore.
Kayak collection and safety measures.
If there is time and good weather, we swim and rest.
Accommodation in tents.
Dinner on the beach.
Attention! Cooking from the water of Lake Baikal.
We recommend taking bottled water with you if tea made from Lake Baikal is not suitable for you.
Meals: Breakfast. Lunch. Supper.

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Day 3 - Rafting along the coast of Olkhon Island
Breakfast is early.
Kayaking in the Small Sea (during strong winds or waves, rafting is not carried out).
From us, Olkhon Island is very close, with grottos, caves, rocks and bizarre shores, and on the other side there is a Small sea with islands.
We will visit the island (depending on the weather) on kayaks with grottoes, walk next to the rocks like Argonauts.
Lunch on the beach.
There is practically no forest on Olkhon from this side, all food is cooked on gas.
Rafting to the Picturesque bay.
Rafting only in good weather!
Meals: Breakfast. Lunch. Supper.

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Day 4 - Continuation of the alloy. Swimming in Lake Baikal
Breakfast is early.
At dawn, the continuation of kayaking along the picturesque coast of Olkhon Island to Shamanka rock.
Quaint sandy shores and high cliffs with different shades.
Lunch.
We swim in Lake Baikal on the sandy shore.
Rest.
Overnight in tents or possibly at a recreation center (at a good pace of the group).
The sunset is simply impressive!
Many participants say that it was on the rafting trip that they felt Lake Baikal, its beauty, power and uniqueness.
Meals: Breakfast. Lunch.

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Day 5 - Completion of the alloy. Inspection of Shamanka Rock
Breakfast (spare half a day in case of bad weather).
Free time.
Lunch on your own in any cafe (we try local cuisine or have lunch with a view of Lake Baikal).
Experience shows that camping food gets a little boring...You can arrange a Feast in a good company at the base with barbecue cooking, but this is all organized independently.
We recommend visiting Shamanka Rock early in the morning and at sunset.
You can go to the Revyakin Museum.
After an independent lunch, you can rent bicycles.
We take them for a day.
Now moving around Olkhon will become much faster.
You can meet the dawn and see off the sunset and return to the base.
We ride without a guide - on our own!
Dinner on your own at any cafe in the village.
There is a rather fashionable place by the pier.
Meals: Breakfast.

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Day 6 - Cycling along the shores of Lake Baikal
Breakfast.
Before lunch, you can still ride bicycles along the picturesque shores of Lake Baikal.
You choose the route yourself, depending on your ability to ride bicycles.
Someone can take a ride to the local beach, and someone will take a ride along the shore outside the village.
There is a route through the forest to the source or to the observation point.
You definitely need to take a phone with a good camera!
Lunch on your own at any cafe in the village.
For those who do not like bicycles, relax on the beach of the "Sarai Bay" or you can purchase an additional tour from the base administrator or ride horses, mopeds, etc.
It is enough to write to the guide, and he will try to arrange new adventures for you.
Dinner on your own.
We spend the night at the campsite.
Meals: Breakfast.

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Day 7 - Caves in AYA Bay (optional)
Early breakfast.
Excursions to choose from for an additional fee.
The Sacred Island or the South of Olkhon, the islands of the Small Sea or the Golden Triangle, a horse ride, and we offer an excursion to the Caves for those who wish.
The groups are national teams.
You can purchase them from the guide during the first 5 days.
The trip to the caves is carried out from early morning to evening.
Waterproof suits and helmets are provided.
You definitely need to take warm clothes.
Return to the recreation center late in the evening.
The view from the sheer peaks in Aya Bay is simply mesmerizing.
Lunch on your own.
Dinner on your own.
You can have dinner in a cafe or at the base by ordering in advance.
Meals: Breakfast.

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Day 8 - Departure
Departure to Irkutsk at about 9-10 a.m. in the national team.
Goodbye Baikal!
The road goes through Olkhon, then by ferry (queues and technical breaks are possible) and again along the picturesque steppes to Irkutsk.
On the way, we will have a stop for lunch, where you can choose and buy yourself what you like.
The program ends at 18-20 hours.
Meals: Breakfast.

Difficulty

Does not require specific skills, but one must be in good health

Accommodation

Camp Site

4 nights
Tent

3 nights

Comfort

Basic

The tour provides accommodation at a campsite on Olkhon Island in Economy rooms for 3-5 people (on-site amenities), as well as overnight stays in tourist tents for 3-4 people.

On request, single and double occupancy is possible for an additional fee and subject to availability. Check the availability of camp sites and double tents when booking a tour.

The surcharge for double accommodation in the tour is 3,300 rubles.

The surcharge for single accommodation in the tour is 7,300 rubles.

Below are the possible accommodation options on Olkhon or similar.

Recreation center "Lada"

It is located on the island of Olkhon, in the forest part of the village. Khuzhir, a 20-minute walk from Cape Burkhan (Shamanka rock).

Two large well-maintained two-storey guest houses receive tourists all year round and offer double and triple Economy rooms (facilities in a separate building on the territory).

The total capacity is up to 55 people. The rooms are equipped with everything you need: two single beds or one double bed, bedside table, mirror, carpets. Washbasin, toilet in a separate building on the territory.

In addition to residential buildings, there is a separate dining room on the territory of the base, where guests can taste real Siberian cuisine from a professional chef, a Russian sauna, a fireplace room and places to relax (gazebos).

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Another option

Recreation center "Shamanka"

It is located in the village of Khuzhir, on the island of Olkhon. The beach is within walking distance Sarai Bay and one of the nine shrines of Asia – Shamanka Rock. It offers a terrace, free Wi-Fi and free private parking.

8 rooms with a capacity of up to 3 people from economy class are offered for accommodation. In the rooms: two separate beds or one double bed, bedside tables, mirror.

On the territory of the recreation center there is a spacious dining room with 30 seats in a panoramic hall overlooking Lake Baikal. A continental breakfast and an a la carte breakfast are served every morning.

Tour conditions

Group

up to 15 tourists

Minimum age

8 years old

Duration

8 days 7 nights

Group meets at

Irkutsk

Included in price

meeting in Irkutsk, transfer and transportation according to the program;
group first aid kit and equipment;
guide services;
guided tours according to the program (except trips to caves, Sacred Island, Small Sea Islands, etc.), entrance tickets to the museum (except the museum of minerals);
accommodation according to the program (camp sites and tents) (3-4 beds, 1 and 2 beds are paid additionally);
payment for visiting the national park;
meals according to the program:
1 day – not included;
Day 2 – breakfast, lunch, dinner;
Day 3 – breakfast, lunch, dinner;
Day 4 – breakfast, lunch;
Day 5 – breakfast;
Day 6 – breakfast;
Day 7 – breakfast;
Day 8 – breakfast.
purchase of products and drop them off at the beginning of the route;
bike rental on day 5.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Irkutsk and back;
bathhouse. Payment on the spot;
a trip to the caves;
dinners on 1,5,6,7,8 day, lunches on 1,5,6,7,8 day;
cook's services (on request, and so they cook everything in turn). Payment at the time of booking;
translation services (for foreign citizens). Payment at the time of booking;
The Revyakin Museum. Payment on the spot;
additional bicycle rental for a day. Mopeds, saps. Payment on the spot
fishing services – for a combined group; Payment on site;
horseback riding (book in advance). Payment on the spot;
The south of the island or the Sacred Island of Ogoy. It is booked in advance, payment to the guide on the spot.

It's important to know

A passport (birth certificate for the child), an MHI policy, a certificate from a therapist if there are chronic diseases (the tourist assumes responsibility for his health on the tour).
The mat is polyurethane.
The headlamp.
Sunglasses.
Sleeping bag – temperature regime depending on the time of year and place of travel.
Spoon, mug, plate, knife.
A rain cape is 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 medicines, no more than 200 grams).
Photo camera.
A thermos or a plastic bottle.
Protective equipment against bites of blood-sucking insects (mainly on routes where the temperature does not drop below zero).
Sunburn products (required in the mountains and traveling by water).
Underwear – at least 2-3 sets.
Thermal underwear (set depending on the season, jacket + tights) – 1-2 pcs.
Trousers are light, sporty, for daily wear, appropriate for the time of year.
Jacket, "fleece", etc. – 1-2 pcs. (preferably made of modern synthetic materials).
A storm suit is a jacket and trousers. Availability is mandatory (in summer – for protection from wind and rain).
Socks are simple (or trekking) – 2-4 pairs.
Wool socks (trekking, insulated) – at least 2 pairs.
Shoes, 2 pairs: 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 advisable to have clothes made of neoprene (you can rent them).
Light 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.
A cap with a visor and a cap;
Personal hygiene products (toothbrush and paste, toilet paper, etc.);
Gloves are simple – 2 pairs.

Dates and Prices

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24 – 31 Jul, 2025 8 days 7 nights

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