Time zone
+5 hours 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 should follow the rules of personal safety, strictly follow the recommendations of their escorts 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
The following operators provide mobile communication services in the Baikal region: 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 (order of accommodation, meals, list of excursions, transport schedule), 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 are therefore 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 briefing is conducted by the guides immediately before entering the active part of the excursions. Follow the instructions and take personal care. From each point of the route, you can reach settlements in the shortest possible time, and there is a mobile connection almost everywhere. Bus drivers have a first aid kit in case of minor injuries.
Each participant of the tour can insure themselves before the trip.
Crossovers by off-road vehicles, buses and hovercraft
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 locations: from the bus station and from the city center. Minibuses are delivered from the forecourt to any point of the city, as well as to coastal settlements on Lake Baikal.