Walking along the shore of Lake Baikal. An abbreviated program

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This Baikal tour is the way to amazing landscapes and beautiful nature. You will enjoy scenic drives, a visit to the museum and a tasting of delicacies on the shores of the legendary lake. Ahead are hiking trails with stunning views, rock climbing and moments of absolute silence and beauty.

The trip is filled with exciting crossings along the coast, views of the Khamar-Daban mountains and the azure waters of Lake Baikal. You will see panoramas with volcanic rocks, passing through the Devil's Bridge and the Skriper rocks.

In the end, dawn at Lake Baikal and tranquility. Lunch on the beach, walks along scenic trails and acquaintance with local life will give an unforgettable atmosphere.

You can view the extended version of the tour at the link.

Location

Irkutsk

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

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Tour highlights

Inhabitants of Lake Baikal

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

Picturesque shores

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

The feeling of flying

Let's climb the Skriper rock – the panorama from above is simply impressive!

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 has 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 under the Cherny pass (955 m., The pass offers a beautiful view of the Angara River, the only river flowing out of Lake Baikal.
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 Khamar Daban are visible.
Lunch.
Crossing along the shore of Lake Baikal to the village of Bolshye Koty.
Sightseeing of the surroundings and the village.
Getting to know the local way of life.
Continue walking along the scenic trail.
Supper.
Discussing plans for the next day.
Overnight at the recreation center (double occupancy, surcharge upon 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.
It's an amazing sight!
The transition is safe enough, but requires extreme attention.
Passing the Gull Cliff, we pass into the Bolshaya Kadilnaya Fall.
Lunch on the shore.
Inspection of the Censer Pit.
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 huntsman's house.
A short walk and an overnight stop.
Overnight in a tourist shelter (rooms for 3-4 people, no 1 or 2 beds), outdoor facilities.
Meals: Breakfast. Lunch. Supper.

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Day 4 - Walking distance to the village of Bolshoe Goloustnoe
Breakfast.
It is advisable to get up early, as you can watch the amazing sunrise here.
The sun and Lake Baikal, which is 20 meters away, as well as silence, where there is no noise of cars, boats, etc.
Transfer to the village of Bolshoe Goloustnoye along the coastline of Lake Baikal.
Along the way, there are amazing stones of various shapes.
The path goes up and down. Every time you climb to the top, Lake Baikal shimmers with different shades of blue and turquoise.
Lunch on the way near the trail.
Continuation of trekking on Lake Baikal.
Transfer to Irkutsk.
Accommodation at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast. Lunch.

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Day 5 - Departure
Departure to the airport on your own.
Meals: self-catering.

Difficulty

Does not require specific skills, but one must be in a good physical shape

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

3 nights
Hotel

1 night

Comfort

Basic+

The tour provides accommodation in 2-3-4-bed rooms at camp sites and in a hotel in Irkutsk.

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

You can charge your phones at the campsites, 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 are 2,600 rubles.

The surcharge for single occupancy is 4,000 rubles.

Children aged 5 to 12 years – 39,690 rubles/person. (10% discount)

Tour conditions

Group

From 4 to 15 tourists

Minimum age

8 years old

Duration

5 days 4 nights

Group meets at

Irkutsk

Included in price

guide services;
boiler equipment and first aid kit;
payment for visiting the national park;
meeting and transfers according to the program;
guided tours, entrance tickets to museums;
accommodation at recreation centers according to the 3-4-bed program (1-2-bed is paid additionally at the time of booking);
meals according to the program, as well as the purchase of products and their delivery to the beginning of the route:
- Day 1: dinner;
- Day 2: breakfast, lunch, dinner;
- Day 3: breakfast, lunch, dinner;
- Day 4: breakfast, lunch;
- Day 5: Not included.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Irkutsk and back;
accommodation before and after the start of the route;
sauna from 1,500 to 3,000 per hour per group. Payment on the spot;
cook's services (on request) from 10,000 rubles per day. Payment upon booking;
translation services from 10,000 rubles per day. Payment at the time of booking.

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. Lake Baikal is changeable and everything will depend on the weather.

On a hike, you will need:

1. Documents:

Passport (for children — birth certificate).
For children under the age of 18 who travel on the route accompanied by a person responsible for them (without parents), it is necessary to have the written consent of the parents.
A compulsory health insurance policy.
A certificate from the therapist, if there are chronic diseases (the tourist assumes 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. A roll of Band-Aid is required);
Photo camera;
Thermos flask or plastic bottle;
Have protective equipment against insect bites;
Sunburn remedies
Underwear — at least 2-3 sets;
Thermal underwear (set, depending on the season) — 1-2 pieces;
Trousers are light, athletic, 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 (protection from wind and rain).
Simple (or tracking) socks — 2-4 pairs;
Shoes of 1 pair, worn (half-boots or sneakers)
Lightweight sneakers on request (for crossings, recreation centers, on trains, etc.)
Tracking poles are at the discretion of the participants
A cap with a visor + a beanie;
Personal hygiene products (toothbrush and paste, toilet paper, etc.);

Food (1-1.5 kg per person) and a group first aid kit will also 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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16 Apr, 2026

Everything went well. The program was carried out in full as planned.