The ice of Lake Baikal. Traveling with a shamanist

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Lake Baikal is not only one of the most beautiful places in nature, but also, perhaps, the most sacred in Siberia, thanks to the many holy places associated with the faith of the local population in shamanic spirits.

27 Baikal locations are waiting for you in 5 days. A journey for outdoor enthusiasts with immersion in the world of amazing ice and indigenous culture.

There will also be breathing and spiritual practices from an initiated shaman and a yoga instructor on the tour. In yoga since 2013, 8 years of teaching experience, shamanist and researcher of shamanic practices.

Location

Irkutsk

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Tour highlights

Baikal exclusive

We will cut through the Baikal ice on an unusual transport – Khivus

Ice picnic

We will set the table right on the ice of Lake Baikal, taste delicious fish soup with snacks

The Kingdom of the Snow Queen

Explore ice caves, grottos, hummocks and find the famous bubbles

A guide to the world of yoga and shamanism

An instructor of hatha yoga, meditation, a master of Thai massage and solstice will be with us. Dedicated by the Siberian shaman Wuiun, in 2021.

The Olympic Games on the ice of Lake Baikal

An interactive program has been prepared for us – we will skate, play games on ice

Itinerary

Day 1 - Rock paintings of the Tazheran steppes
10:00 Gathering of the group in Irkutsk. You will be met by a guide with a sign, and we will hit the road.
12:30 We will visit the Marble quarry, which is more than two billion years old!
This means that it is older than Lake Baikal itself.
15:00 We will see rock carvings in the Tazheran steppes.
This place is considered sacred to the locals and holds many secrets and legends.
19:00 Arrival to Olkhon Island!
After checking into the guest house and having dinner, we play board games, share the emotions of the day!

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Day 2 - The main places of strength of Lake Baikal
9:00 You will have a delicious breakfast from the hostess of the house, which will energize you for the whole day.
10:00 Visit to one of the 9 shrines of Asia.
The first place of power on Lake Baikal is Shamanka Rock!
12:00 Cape Khoboy.
The cape is the second place of power where you can find harmony and peace of mind.
13:00 Lunch is waiting for you with a chic table on the ice of Lake Baikal!
Fresh fish soup from omul, cedar tincture and other delicacies of Siberia!
15:00 Ogoi Island.
Here is the famous Buddhist Stupa of Enlightenment, where you can perform a ritual and make a wish.
The third place is the strength of our program!
18:00 Return to the house, where a hot dinner and a sauna will be waiting for us!

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Day 3 - The "Olympic" games on the ice of Lake Baikal
10:00 After breakfast, we leave for khivus (hovercraft) through the gates of Olkhon to the "Big Sea" of Lake Baikal.
Here we will skate, play the Olympic Games on ice and see the famous methane bubbles!
12:00 We will visit the ice caves, where we will see thousands of icicles and splashes.
Today you will take incredible photos in the kingdom of ice!
13:00 Lunch at the guest house.
Departure in a comfortable bus to Irkutsk.
17:00 Check-in at the 4* hotel.
Free time to relax, change clothes.
20:00 Dinner in a cozy place in the 130 block.
There are restored wooden houses of the XIX century, which were moved from other parts of the city.

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Day 4 - Chersky Peak, the mouth of the Angara River
09:00 After breakfast at the hotel, we leave for the village. Listvyanka, located at the source of the Angara River.
10:30 Visit to the museum dedicated to Lake Baikal.
Here you will learn about the history of the lake's formation, its flora and fauna.
You will see live seals and be able to dive to the bottom of Lake Baikal in an interactive bathyscaphe!
13:00 Lunch on the shore of Lake Baikal.
14:30 Ascent by cable car to the top of the Chersky Stone mountain.
From a height of 728 meters, there is a stunning view of Lake Baikal, the source of the Angara, Shaman stone and the Khamar-Daban ridge.
17:00 Return to the hotel.
19:00 Final dinner in a cozy place.

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Day 5 - Return to Irkutsk
We will arrange a transfer to the airport or railway station for you.
Check-out from the hotel at 12:00.
On request, it is possible to book additional excursions to the KBZHD. The Circum-Baikal Railway is an excursion trip by airship through the source of the Angara River to Cape Tolstoy (92 km) with exit and inspection of tunnels accompanied by a guide. KBZHD is a unique monument of engineering architecture. In terms of the number of different types of work, KBZHD has surpassed all the built rail tracks in the world and is rightfully considered one of the most beautiful railways in the world.

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

1 night

Comfort

Upscale

The tour includes accommodation in a guest house on Olkhon Island and in a hotel in Irkutsk.

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

for one person (female only)	85 000
for those who are traveling together	82 000
extra charge for a single room	20 000
extra night in Irkutsk	8 500

Guest house "Magic of Baikal"

Accommodation in double rooms with amenities.

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Another option

Armat Hotel 4*

The Armat Hotel is located in a park area. There are public transport stops in the immediate vicinity. There is a 24-hour front desk, a fitness area, a parking lot with video surveillance, and wireless Internet access. The number of rooms is 40 cozy rooms for a comfortable stay, which are created using premium and eco-friendly materials. Each is equipped with comfortable upholstered furniture and modern appliances. It is possible to install an extra bed.

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Tour conditions

Group

up to 14 tourists

Minimum age

6 years old

Duration

5 days 4 nights

Group meets at

Irkutsk

Included in price

transfer from and to the airport;
accompanying a tour leader;
transfer to O. Olkhon and back;
transfer to the village Listvyanka and back;
accommodation in a 2-bed room on Olkhon Island (2 nights) in a guest house;
accommodation in a 2-bed room in Irkutsk (2 nights) in a 4-star hotel*;
meals according to the program:
- Day 1 – dinner;
- Day 2, 3, 4 – breakfast, lunch, dinner;
- Day 5 – breakfast;
all entrance fees and permits;
insurance from NS.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Irkutsk and back;
meals not specified in the program;
alcoholic beverages.

It's important to know

Warm boots (so as not to get wet);
Swimsuit, towel;
Slates;
Trousers and a windproof jacket with a hood;
Thermal underwear;
Gloves/mittens;
Hat;
Socks are warm and ordinary;
Removable underwear;
Sunglasses/mask;
Thermos;
Toothbrush, Band-Aid, personal first aid kit.

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2 Nov, 2024

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The organization is top-notch! The team at Big Country stayed in touch constantly and provided quick responses to all our questions.

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