Walking along the shore of Lake Baikal

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The name of the route "Baikal Shore" speaks for itself. While hiking along the shore of Lake Baikal, you will meet a lot of interesting places and attractions of Father Baikal himself. The guides will show and tell you the most intimate places of the west bank.

Location

Irkutsk

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Tour highlights

The beauty of Lake Baikal

We will go hiking along the coast and see the most picturesque coves, capes and rocks

A place of power

We will visit the famous Olkhon Island, which resembles the lake itself in shape

Baikal Museum

We will be able to visit the country's only museum of one lake and get acquainted with the inhabitants of Lake Baikal

Itinerary

Day 1 - Transfer Irkutsk – Listvyanka. Baikal Museum
Meeting in Irkutsk at 12 o'clock in the morning near the main entrance to the bus station (11 Oktyabrskaya Revolyutsii str.).
Boarding a vehicle. Transfer by bus to the village of Listvyanka (70 km).
Visit to the Baikal Museum.
The road resembles a rollercoaster ride along the mountains and hills, from where the beautiful Angara glimmers.
The trip takes 60 minutes and is very scenic.
The museum in the village is unique and the only one with a small aquarium with representatives of the lake.
Lunch in the village of Listvyanka (on your own), here you will have the opportunity to buy and taste all kinds of cooking Baikal omul (lunch time is 1 hour.)
Accommodation at the economy class recreation center.
Accommodation for 2-3-4 people.
Discussion of plans, distribution of products.
Supper.
Getting to know the participants.
Meals: dinner.

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Day 2 - Transfer to the village of Bolshye Koty
Early breakfast.
Then there is a pedestrian crossing (10-12 km).
Lunch at the Cherny Pass (955 m., the pass offers a beautiful view of the Angara River, the only river flowing from Lake Baikal).
With good preparation of the group, the transition along the shore of Lake Baikal along the so-called dog trail.
After the pass and descent from the trail, we go out to Lake Baikal and continue our journey.
The mountains are on the left, and Lake Baikal is on the right, especially beautiful in sunny weather.
The water near the Shore shimmers with all shades of blue and turquoise, and in the distance, barely noticeable on the other shore, the mountains of Hamar Daban are visible.
Crossing along the shore of Lake Baikal to the village of Bolshye Koty.
Amazing nature on the shore and the expanse of the lake on the right!
Lunch.
Sightseeing of the surroundings and the village.
Getting to know the local way of life.
The continuation of the transition along the scenic trail.
Supper.
Discussing plans for the next day.
Overnight at the recreation center (extra charge for double occupancy when booking).
Meals: Breakfast. Lunch. Supper.

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Day 3 - Crossing the pass. Panorama from the Skriper mountain
Breakfast.
We are moving along the trail along the shore of Lake Baikal.
We pass the Haymarket.
Gradually, the path leads to the top.
We climb the Skriper rock and make sure to stop to capture all the beauty on the camera.
The panorama from above is simply impressive.
The feeling of flying over Lake Baikal.
Next, we have to pass the Devil's Bridge, a path about two meters wide and passing high above Lake Baikal.
An amazing sight!
The transition is safe enough, but requires extreme attention.
Passing the Gull Cliff, we pass into the Bolshaya Kadilnaya Falls.
Lunch on the beach.
Inspection of the Censer Pad.
The name "censer" is associated with a limestone quarry, where lime used to be burned (censed).
The remains of these developments and furnaces can still be seen today behind the gamekeeper's house.
A short walk and a stop for the night.
Overnight in a tourist shelter (rooms for 3-4 people, there are no 1 and 2 beds), facilities on the street.
Meals: Breakfast. Lunch. Supper.

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Day 4 - Walking distance to the village of Bolshoe Goloustnoe
Breakfast.
Transfer to the village of Bolshoe Goloustnoe along the coastline of Lake Baikal.
Along the way, there are amazing stones of various shapes.
Lunch is on the way near the trail.
Supper.
Accommodation at the recreation center and for those who wish a sauna (paid separately).
Meals: Breakfast. Lunch. Supper.

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Day 5 - Transfer to Olkhon Island
Breakfast.
Transfer to Irkutsk from 8:00 to 12:00.
We move to Olkhon Island in the national team and check into the base, leave our things.
Inspection of Shamanka rock and the shores of Lake Baikal.
This place is especially picturesque from early morning and at sunset.
We rest, walk and have dinner on our own.
Overnight at the base.
Meals: Breakfast.

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Day 6 - Sightseeing trip to Cape Khoboy
Breakfast.
Sightseeing trip to the mysterious and mystical Cape Khoboy with lunch.
Very tasty!
Visiting natural attractions — the Three Brothers Rock, the rock where, according to legend, you can ask children, etc.
Excellent pictures are guaranteed, in almost any weather.
Return to Khuzhir in the evening.
Dinner on your own.
Meals: Breakfast. Lunch.

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Day 7 - Excursions to choose from
Breakfast.
Excursions to choose from.
We buy directly from the administrator at the base.
We also offer you an excursion to the Caves (for an additional fee).
The caves are located in Aya Bay, where you will find music halls, traces of spirits.
Having eaten fish soup from Omul, you will be able to feel the whole expanse of Lake Baikal, because it is here that the rocks break off into the lake from a great height.
From early morning and throughout the day, you will travel through the caves of the Baikal region (waterproof suits, helmets are provided).
You definitely need to take warm clothes, a snack.
In addition to visiting caves with a music hall, you will also visit the most picturesque corners of Lake Baikal and the Baikal region.
The view from the sheer peaks in Aya Bay is simply mesmerizing.
Return to the recreation center late in the evening.
Dinner on your own.
Or we rent mountain bikes (payment on site).
Independent trips along the picturesque shores of Lake Baikal.
You definitely need to take a camera!
Lunch at any cafe in the village on your own.
We recommend you to try the local cuisine.
Visit the local rocks and explore the surroundings by bike on your own, as well as visit the village of Khuzhir.
Return to the base.
Dinner on your own.
Overnight at the base.
Meals: Breakfast.

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Day 8 - Departure to Irkutsk. Completion of the program
Departure to Irkutsk.
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 there is a stop for lunch (on your own, at your own expense).
The program ends at 18:00 – 20:00.
Meals: Breakfast.

Difficulty

Does not require special skills, but tourists must be physically fit: expeditions, long rafting, etc.

Tour organizer's comments

Walking distance per day is about 15-25 km. Physical training is not required, good physical shape is required. We recommend visiting the fitness room 1-2 times a week before hiking for 2-3 months.

Accommodation

Camp Site

7 nights

Comfort

Basic+

The tour provides accommodation in 2-3-4-bed rooms at camp sites.

The bases are a house with rooms (outdoor amenities).

You can charge your phones at the camp sites, but the mobile connection is weak and there is no wi-fi. Please specify the details when booking the tour.

Additional payments for double occupancy – 3,000 rubles.

The surcharge for single occupancy is 3,400 rubles.

Tour conditions

Group

up to 15 tourists

Minimum age

8 years old

Duration

8 days 7 nights

Group meets at

Irkutsk

Included in price

nutrition:
- Day 1: dinner;
- Day 2: breakfast, lunch, dinner;
- Day 3: breakfast, lunch, dinner;
- Day 4: breakfast, lunch, dinner;
- Day 5: Breakfast;
- Day 6: breakfast, lunch;
- Day 7: Breakfast;
- Day 8: Breakfast;
purchasing products and dropping them off at the beginning of the route (we prepare on duty on the active part of the route);
meeting in Irkutsk;
accommodation at recreation centers according to the program in 3-4 local (1-2 local is paid additionally);
guided tours, entrance tickets to museums;
transfers according to the program;
guide services;
payment for visiting the national park;
group first aid kit and boiler equipment .

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Irkutsk and back;
meals not specified in the program;
a trip to the caves. Booked in advance, payment to the guide;
accommodation before and after the start of the route;
bathhouse. Payment on the spot;
cook's services (on request). Payment at the time of booking;
translation services. Payment at the time of booking;
bicycle rental. Payment on the spot;
fishing services. Payment on the spot;
mopeds, saps. Payment on the spot;
horseback riding (book in advance). Payment on the spot;
Golden Triangle tour. It is booked in advance (during the first 5 days of the tour), payment to the guide on the spot;
The south of the island. It is booked in advance (during the first 5 days of the tour), payment to the guide on the spot.

It's important to know

We recommend a backpack of 40-50 liters (depending on the items collected by the participants). But not less than 40 liters!

We do not recommend taking too many extra things on a hike. Be sure to take both light (summer) and warm (spring) clothes. Baikal is changeable and everything will depend on the weather.

You will need it during the campaign:

1. Documents:

Passport (for children — birth certificate).
For children under the age of 18 traveling on the route accompanied by a person responsible for them (without parents), it is necessary to have written parental consent.
A compulsory medical insurance policy.
A certificate from a therapist, if there are chronic diseases (the tourist takes responsibility for his health on the tour).

2. Personal equipment:

Matches sealed in polyethylene or plastic packaging, or a lighter.
Individual first aid kit (no more than 200g by weight);
Photo camera;
Thermos or plastic bottle;
Have protective equipment against insect bites;
Sunburn products
Underwear — at least 2-3 sets;
Thermal underwear (set, depending on the time of year) — 1-2 pieces;
Trousers are lightweight,sporty, for daily wear, depending on the time of year ;
Jacket, fleece, etc. 1-2 pcs. (preferably made of modern materials);
Storm suit – jacket + trousers. Availability is mandatory (protection from wind and rain).
Plain socks (or trekking socks) — 2-4 pairs;
1 pair of shoes (half boots or sneakers)
Lightweight sneakers on request (for crossings, recreation centers, on trains, etc.)
Tracking sticks at the discretion of the participants
A cap with a visor + a cap;
Personal hygiene products (toothbrush and paste, toilet paper, etc.);

Also, products (1-1.5 kg per person) and a group first aid kit will be distributed among the participants.

Everyone prepares food on duty with the help of a guide.

A sleeping bag is not required (you can take it if you freeze at night).

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