Day 1
Arrival and preparation
Arrival in Irkutsk and transfer to South Baikal. Check‑in at Sneghotel, meet the guides and mandatory safety briefing. First flight possible in good weather.
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Baikal ice.
Clear to its depths, shaped by fracture webs, pressure ridges, ice grottoes and snow-covered ranges.
A1TRAVEL designs original expeditions across Baikal’s landmarks, combining crossings, bays and islands with Lynx and BRP snowmobile experiences and Can-Am Maverick X3 buggies. The route is shaped by ice conditions, weather and your group’s pace. Own transport, guides and logistics open places beyond standard tours. Our accommodation infrastructure is created for rest, privacy and access to the ice.
TripsA1travel Baikal by season
Southern Baikal · Khamar-Daban
Heliskiing on Baikal — helicopter freeride tours
Program pricefrom $7,800
An exclusive route through the alpine slopes and forest terrain of Khamar-Daban. Designed for experienced skiers and snowboarders, the program runs from three to six days and can be arranged for a private group. Certified guides lead every day in the field. Baikal opens the season earlier than most mountain regions: from mid-November, reliable powder, descents of up to two thousand metres and a singular lake-and-mountain horizon come together here.
15 November — 15 JanuaryProgram season
up to 2,300 mhelicopter drop altitude
500–1,000 mvertical drop per run
8–12runs per day, weather permitting
AS350 B3program helicopter
Khamar-Daban · in motion12 seconds of authentic Baikal freeride
Day 2
Heli-skiing on Khamar-Daban
Full day of heli-skiing with helicopter drops. Alpine and forest terrain, dry Baikal snow and lake panoramas. Lunch break in the mountains.
Day 3
Final runs and Irkutsk
Heli-skiing in the morning. After riding — transfer to Irkutsk and hotel check‑in in the city centre before morning departure.
Accommodation and format
Sneghotel, Novosnezhnaia settlement — a premium hotel 5–10 minutes from the skiing areas.
- Rooms with panoramic views and stylish interiors.
- Dining: A mix of Baikal, Siberian and European cuisine — fish, meat and forest delicacies.
- Services: après-ski area, drying room, Siberian banya, hot plunge pool, massage and spa.
Private format: 3 guests, 2 guides and a dedicated helicopter. Standard format: 4 guests and 1 guide per group.
Program includes
- Transfers: Irkutsk — South Baikal — Irkutsk.
- Certified ski guides.
- 4 hours of helicopter time per group.
- Accommodation, breakfasts and lunches in the mountains.
- Avalanche safety equipment and a Russian banya.
Important: Flights and the number of runs depend on weather and snow conditions. Confirm exact dates, price, insurance and alternative program with your manager.
Helicopter · snowmobiles · buggies · hovercraft
Grand Winter Expedition across Lake Baikal
Programme investmentfrom $7,400
Six days across altitude and ice: helicopter access to Southern Baikal, snowmobiles in Mamay, buggy crossings and ice fishing by hovercraft.
RouteИркутск — Sneghotel — Mamay — Азатай — Малое Море — Иркутск
6 days / 5 ночейduration
до 10 гостейgroup size
2026–2027winter season
Private formatthe scenario adapts to your group
Day 1
Helicopter to Southern Baikal
Arrival in Irkutsk и трансфер на вертолётную площадку. Перелёт к Sneghotel на южном Baikalе занимает около часа. После размещения — вылет на одну из вершин Хамар-Дабана для пикника; затем баня, горячая купель и приветственный ужин.
Day 2
Snowmobile safari in Mamay
Целый день на снегоходах в горном ущелье Mamay с горячим обедом в юрте. Вечером — возвращение в Sneghotel, баня, горячая купель, ужин и отдых.
Day 3
Ice route to the western shore
После завтрака начинается ледовая часть путешествия на багги. В пути — обед-перекус на льду. К вечеру размещение в парк-отеле «Азатай» на западном берегу Baikalа и баня.
Day 4
The Small Sea by buggy
Продолжение Ice safari по Baikalу с перекусом в пути. Вечером прибытие в отель «Алтан» в местности Малое Море и баня.
Day 5
Ice fishing
Выезд на хивусе к месту рыбалки. На льду — подлёдная рыбалка и обед-перекус. Во второй половине дня автомобильный трансфер в Иркутск и ночёвка в отеле «Хистори».
Day 6
Departure
Завтрак и трансфер в аэропорт Иркутска.
Equipment and conditions
Снегоходные маршруты проходят на Lynx Xtreme 600 с полным комплектом защитной экипировки. Ледовый маршрут проходит на Can-Am Maverick X3 2023–2024 годов выпуска. В стоимость включено: двухместное размещение, питание по программе, вертолётный маршрут, снегоходы и багги по два человека на единицу техники, подлёдная рыбалка, баня или горячая купель, групповые трансферы и сборы за посещение территорий.
Important: Ice, helicopter and snowmobile routes depend on weather, ice conditions and the host operator’s decision. Activity order may change without changing the programme’s intent. The stated investment is based on the listed group size and twin accommodation; it is recalculated for a different group size. Photo and video coverage, functional or commemorative expedition gear, additional picnics and ice catering can be added.
Southern Baikal · snowmobiles · buggies
Baikal Snow & Ice 2027
Programme investmentот 450 000 ₽
A compact winter route: helicopter access to Southern Baikal, a Khamar-Daban summit picnic, a day in Mamay and a buggy ice crossing to Azatay.
RouteИркутск — Sneghotel — Mamay — Азатай — Иркутск
4 days / 3 nightsduration
до 10 гостейgroup size
2026–2027winter season
Private formatthe scenario adapts to your group
Day 1
Baikal from above
Arrival in Irkutsk, трансфер на вертолётную площадку и около часа полёта до Sneghotel. Затем — вылет на вершину Хамар-Дабана для пикника; вечером баня, горячая купель и приветственный ужин.
Day 2
Mamay by snowmobile
Целодневное снегоходное сафари в ущелье Mamay. Горячий обед подаётся в юрте. Departure в Sneghotel, баня и горячая купель.
Day 3
Across Baikal by buggy
Ледовый переход с восточного на западный берег Baikalа на багги: прогулки, коньки и лёгкий перекус на льду. Во второй половине дня — парк-отель «Азатай», поздний обед и баня.
Day 4
Transfer for departure
Завтрак и автомобильный трансфер к дневному вылету; ориентировочное время в пути — около двух часов.
Equipment and conditions
Снегоходные маршруты проходят на Lynx Xtreme 600 с полным комплектом защитной экипировки. Ледовый маршрут проходит на Can-Am Maverick X3 2023–2024 годов выпуска. В стоимость включено: двухместное размещение, питание по программе, вертолётный маршрут, снегоходы и багги по два человека на единицу техники, баня или горячая купель, групповые трансферы и сборы за посещение территорий.
Important: Ice, helicopter and snowmobile routes depend on weather, ice conditions and the host operator’s decision. Activity order may change without changing the programme’s intent. The stated investment is based on the listed group size and twin accommodation; it is recalculated for a different group size. Photo and video coverage, functional or commemorative expedition gear, additional picnics and ice catering can be added.
Southern Baikal · Olkhon Island · snowmobiles · hovercraft
Multi-Activity Baikal Expedition 2027
Programme investmentот 265 000 ₽
The Small Sea and Olkhon, ice fishing with hot fish soup, a long hovercraft crossing to Southern Baikal and a mountain day in the Mamay Gorge.
RouteИркутск — Малое Море — Ольхон — Sneghotel — Mamay — Иркутск
5 days / 4 ночиduration
до 8 гостейgroup size
2026–2027winter season
Private formatthe scenario adapts to your group
Day 1
Road to the Small Sea
Автомобильный трансфер из Иркутска в местность Малое Море — ориентировочно 3–3,5 часа. Accommodation в отеле «Алтан», свободное время и вечерняя баня.
Day 2
Ice fishing
Выход на хивусе в акваторию Малого Моря: подлёдная рыбалка, обед-перекус и горячая уха на льду. Затем возвращение в отель и баня.
Day 3
Long crossing across Baikal
Целый день на хивусе вдоль западного берега Baikalа с остановками для прогулок, природных точек и катания на коньках. К вечеру — Sneghotel у подножия Хамар-Дабана.
Day 4
Mamay
Целодневное сафари на снегоходах в ущелье Mamay с горячим обедом в юрте. Departure в Sneghotel, баня и горячая купель.
Day 5
Return to Irkutsk
После завтрака — автомобильный трансфер в Иркутск к дневному или вечернему вылету. По желанию за дополнительную плату возможна остановка в хаски-парке или посещение горнолыжного курорта Baikalьск.
Equipment and conditions
Снегоходные маршруты проходят на Lynx Xtreme 600 с полным комплектом защитной экипировки. В стоимость включено: двухместное размещение, питание по программе, снегоходы по два человека на единицу техники, подлёдная рыбалка, ледовый переход на хивусе, баня или горячая купель, групповые трансферы и сборы за посещение территорий.
Important: Ice, helicopter and snowmobile routes depend on weather, ice conditions and the host operator’s decision. Activity order may change without changing the programme’s intent. The stated investment is based on the listed group size and twin accommodation; it is recalculated for a different group size. Photo and video coverage, functional or commemorative expedition gear, additional picnics and ice catering can be added.
Bolshoye Goloustnoye · Novosnezhnaya · Mamay
Baikal Winter Tour 2027
Programme investmentот 200 000 ₽
The western shore, a hovercraft ice crossing, Southern Baikal and a full snowmobile day in Mamay — without a long expedition.
RouteИркутск — Азатай — Sneghotel — Mamay — Иркутск
4 days / 3 nightsduration
до 8 гостейgroup size
2026–2027winter season
Private formatthe scenario adapts to your group
Day 1
Azatay and first ice
Автомобильный трансфер из Иркутска в парк-отель «Азатай» на западном побережье Baikalа. Accommodation, прогулки по льду, по желанию коньки и вечерняя баня.
Day 2
Crossing to Southern Baikal
Посадка на хивус и переход с остановками к южному берегу Baikalа. Accommodation в Sneghotel, обед и отдых; вечером баня, горячая купель и ужин.
Day 3
Snowmobiles in the Mamay Gorge
Целый день на снегоходах в горном ущелье Mamay. В маршруте — горячий обед в юрте. Departure в Sneghotel, баня и горячая купель.
Day 4
Transfer to Irkutsk
После завтрака — автомобильный трансфер в Иркутск к дневному или вечернему вылету. По желанию за дополнительную плату возможна остановка в хаски-парке или посещение горнолыжного курорта Baikalьск.
Equipment and conditions
Снегоходные маршруты проходят на Lynx Xtreme 600 с полным комплектом защитной экипировки. В стоимость включено: двухместное размещение, питание по программе, снегоходы по два человека на единицу техники, ледовый переход на хивусе, баня или горячая купель, групповые трансферы и сборы за посещение территорий.
Important: Ice, helicopter and snowmobile routes depend on weather, ice conditions and the host operator’s decision. Activity order may change without changing the programme’s intent. The stated investment is based on the listed group size and twin accommodation; it is recalculated for a different group size. Photo and video coverage, functional or commemorative expedition gear, additional picnics and ice catering can be added.
Sneghotel · Mamay · Snezhnaya · hovercraft
Lake Baikal Snowmobile Route: Mamay & Snezhnaya
Programme investmentот 210 000 ₽
Two snowmobile routes — Mamay and the Snezhnaya Valley — plus ice fishing and a hovercraft crossing to Listvyanka.
RouteИркутск — Sneghotel — Mamay — долина Снежной — Листвянка — Иркутск
4 days / 3 nightsduration
до 8 гостейgroup size
2026–2027winter season
Private formatthe scenario adapts to your group
Day 1
Southern Baikal
Автомобильный трансфер из Иркутска в Sneghotel — ориентировочно 3,5 часа. Accommodation, обед, отдых; во второй половине дня баня, горячая купель и приветственный ужин.
Day 2
Mamay by snowmobile
Целодневное снегоходное сафари в ущелье Mamay с горячим обедом в юрте. Departure в Sneghotel, баня и горячая купель.
Day 3
Snezhnaya River Valley
Снегоходный маршрут в долину реки Снежная. Обед-перекус берём с собой. К вечеру — возвращение в Sneghotel, баня, горячая купель и ужин.
Day 4
Ice fishing and Irkutsk
Выезд на хивусе на подлёдную рыбалку вдоль восточного берега Baikalа с обедом-пикником. Далее переход к Листвянке и автомобильный трансфер в Иркутск к вечернему вылету.
Equipment and conditions
Снегоходные маршруты проходят на Lynx Xtreme 600 с полным комплектом защитной экипировки. В стоимость включено: двухместное размещение, питание по программе, снегоходы по два человека на единицу техники, подлёдная рыбалка, баня или горячая купель, групповые трансферы и сборы за посещение территорий.
Important: Ice, helicopter and snowmobile routes depend on weather, ice conditions and the host operator’s decision. Activity order may change without changing the programme’s intent. The stated investment is based on the listed group size and twin accommodation; it is recalculated for a different group size. Photo and video coverage, functional or commemorative expedition gear, additional picnics and ice catering can be added.
Ice · Snow · Multi-activity vehicles · South Baikal
Winter Baikal: five-day expedition
Program pricefrom $4,400
A premium journey across Lake Baikal’s ice: buggies, snowmobiles, helicopter, gastronomic stops and recovery at the route’s best hotels.
5 daysof a full winter expedition
350–400 kmbuggy route on the ice
70 kmsnowmobile safari to Mamay
H130 / H125final-day helicopter flight
Day 1
Arrival in Irkutsk
Arrival on an evening flight, airport pickup and short transfer to the 5* boutique hotel History. Free time to rest and acclimatize; dinner and spa on request.
Day 2
Buggy expedition across Lake Baikal’s ice
Transfer to the start, briefing and kit. First leg on a Can-Am Maverick X3 — about 200 km over clear ice, among hummocks and ice overhangs. Picnic on the ice, stay at Park Hotel Azatay 4*, banya and heated pool.
Day 3
Buggies, KBZhD and Sneghotel
A 150–200 km leg along the coast and the historic Circum-Baikal Railway. Lunch on the ice, finish at Novosneznaya and accommodation at Sneghotel. Baikal steam bathing, thermal plunge and welcome dinner.
Day 4
Snowmobile safari in the Mamay Gorge
Briefing and a ~70 km route on BRP Lynx Xtrim: Baikal shore, Siberian taiga and a snowy gorge at the foot of Mamay. Taiga-style lunch, return to Sneghotel, banya with a parmaster and thermal plunge.
Day 5
Mountain lunch and return to Irkutsk
Helicopter flight to one of Mamay's summits and a buffet lunch with barbecue. Then a scenic flight to Irkutsk along Baikal, the Circum-Baikal Railway and the Khamar-Daban ridges, transfer to the airport and evening departure.
Accommodation
The itinerary includes the History boutique hotel 5* in Irkutsk, park-hotel Azatay 4* on the front shoreline and Sneghotel at the foot of Khamar-Daban. On active stages participants are provided with winter kit: protective suit, gloves and a helmet with visor.
Important: The sequence of activities depends on ice conditions and weather. Current dates, pricing and the final itinerary are confirmed by a manager.
Can-Am Maverick X3 · Baikal ice
Maverick Baikal Ice Expedition
Program pricefrom $4,400
Four-day expedition for private groups: around 500 km across Baikal's ice in prepared buggies, with professional guides and comfortable accommodation.
4 daysfull program
about 500 kmacross the ice expanse
2 daysdriving the Can-Am Maverick X3
2 hotelsSneghotel and Azatay 4*
Can-Am Maverick X3 · in action“Hear that? It's Baikal”
Day 1
Arrival at South Baikal
Morning arrival in Irkutsk, meet your guide and breakfast in the historic centre. Transfer of about 190 km to Novosneznaya, check-in at Sneghotel, sauna or thermal plunge and welcome dinner.
Day 2
Novosneznaya — Bolshoye Goloustnoye
Kit issue, briefing and the start of the two-day expedition. A 150–200 km leg along the shoreline and the KBZhD. Accommodation at park-hotel Azatay 4*, sauna complex and SPA.
Day 3
Bolshoye Goloustnoye — Tankhoy — Novosneznaya
About 200 km over crystal ice among cracks and blue pressure ridges. Lunch at Seredina station, stop at the Baikal Biosphere Reserve in Tankhoy and return to Sneghotel. Sauna, thermal plunge and gala dinner.
Day 4
Return to Irkutsk
Breakfast at the hotel and road transfer to Irkutsk by Mercedes Sprinter. Program ends and evening departure.
Equipment and safety
Buggies are fitted with studded tyres and full-control systems. A briefing is held before departure; each participant receives a protective suit, gloves and a helmet with visor. The route is accompanied by a professional team.
Important: The route and daily stages may be adjusted for ice conditions and weather. Current dates and pricing are confirmed by a manager.
Hivus · buggies · snowmobiles · helicopter
Baikal Ice Expedition — 4 days
Program pricefrom $2,900
A compact expedition for a private group combining Baikal's clear ice, the KBZhD, the Mamay Gorge and two final-day options.
4 days / 3 nightsCompact format
Up to 16 guestsPrivate group
About 180 kmIce safari
70 kmSnowmobile route
Day 1
Bolshoye Goloustnoye and the first ice
Morning arrival in Irkutsk, meet the guide and breakfast in the historic center. Transfer to Bolshoye Goloustnoye, check in at Azatay Park Hotel 4*. After lunch — ice hockey and skating, then the banya complex and spa.
Day 2
Ice safari and Sneghotel
About 180 km transfer: hivus to Listvyanka, then ATVs or Can-Am Maverick X3 along the Circum-Baikal Railway, past ice hummocks and grottos. Lunch on the ice, arrival at Sneghotel, Siberian banya and hot plunge.
Day 3
Snowmobile safari in the Mamay Gorge
Route about 70 km on BRP Lynx Xtrim along Baikal's shore, through Siberian taiga and the deep snow of the Mamay gorge. Taiga-cuisine lunch at Mamay Chalet, return to Sneghotel, banya and thermal plunge.
Day 4
Return or helicopter finale
Standard option — road transfer to Irkutsk. Alternative — helicopter flight along Khamar-Daban with a summit landing, picnic and onward flight to Irkutsk.
Equipment
For active days we provide a protective winter suit, gloves, helmet with visor and balaclava. Briefings before each route; the group is escorted by a professional team.
Important: Dates, price, vehicle lineup and final-day option are confirmed by the manager. Route depends on weather and ice conditions.
New 2026 program · jet skis · two shores
Circum-Baikal jet ski expedition
Price per participant$7,300
Major water journey around Baikal: long open-lake crossings, Olkhon, the northern shore, Barguzin Bay, Ushkani Islands and Baikal seal habitats. The expedition is supported by a technical team, support boats and a head chef.
Expedition routeIrkutsk → Bolshoye Goloustnoye → Peschanaya Bay → Maloe More → Olkhon → Cape Kotelnikovsky → North Baikal → Barguzin Bay → Ushkani Islands → Ulan-Ude
7 days / 7 nightsActive expedition segment
Up to 860 kmJet ski crossings
2 shoreswestern and eastern
Full supportmechanic, boats, head chef
Irkutsk and Bolshoye Goloustnoye
Meet guests at Irkutsk Airport and a comfortable ~120 km transfer to Baikal. Accommodation at the Azatai hotel, dinner, team introduction, route briefing and equipment preparation.
Western shore and Olkhon
Start on jet skis and a crossing of about 220 km: Peschanaya Bay, Buguldeyka, Maloye More and Olkhon Island. Field-restaurant lunch in a scenic bay; evening accommodation, banya and dinner by the head chef.
North along the western shore
New route of about 160 km along a protected coastline. Stops in secluded bays, shore lunch and finish at Cape Kotelnikovsky. Accommodation at an SPA hotel, thermal baths and dinner.
Northern Baikal
Intimate crossing of about 80 km across the northern part of the lake: Yarki Island, quiet bays and coastal nature points. Field-restaurant on the cape, return to the thermal springs and rest.
Eastern shore and Barguzin
A crossing of about 200 km through protected areas and open waters to the eastern coast. The route continues through Barguzin Bay; evening — guesthouse, signature dinner and rest.
Ushkany Islands and Baikal seal
Another ~200 km through Zabaykalsky National Park. Ushkany Islands and observation of the Baikal seal in its natural habitat. Finish at the Molodost glamping, banya and dinner.
Rest day on Baikal
Thermal SPA, sightseeing of natural attractions, free time and recovery after the big water. In the evening — gala dinner, expedition debrief and banya.
Ulan-Ude and return
Early breakfast and ~150 km car transfer to Ulan-Ude Airport. Morning flight and end of the circumnavigational Baikal journey.
Included in the price: Technical support and mechanic, accommodation, meals with a chef, high-speed and slow boats with crews and fuel, fuel resupply by van, videographer, fishing gear, entrance fees and car transfers. Jet ski fuel is paid separately based on actual consumption — approximately $900–$1,000. Final route depends on weather and navigation conditions.
Helicopter · hovercraft · motor ship · off-road vehicles
Baikal from south to north — 8 days
Program pricefrom $7,500
Large private expedition across two Baikal shores: air route to Mamay, the Snezhna River, Olkhon, hot springs at Kotelnikovsky and Khakusov, protected Frolikha and finish in Ulan-Ude.
Expedition routeIrkutsk → Mamay → Novosnezhna → Olkhon → Cape Kotelnikovsky → Lake Frolikha → Turka → Ulan-Ude
8 daysfrom South to North Baikal
2 shoreswestern and eastern
4 formatsAir, water, land and trekking
Private groupRoute tailored to guests
Meeting Baikal
Meet at Irkutsk airport, breakfast and helicopter flight along the southern coast to Mamay. Panoramic views of taiga, bays and the Eastern Sayan range, landing on the summit and a welcome buffet. Continue to Novosneznaya, accommodation at the foot of Khamar-Daban, dinner and an outdoor herbal bath.
Snezhna River and Grokhotun Waterfall
Ascend by airboats along the mountain Snezhna River, walk through the Siberian taiga to Grokhotun Waterfall and swim at its base. Optional grayling fishing. Picnic lunch with fish soup on the fire, return to Novosneznaya.
Aerial transfer to Olkhon
Helicopter flight to Olkhon Island with landing in Peschanaya Bay. Babushka Bay, stilt trees and a beach picnic. Accommodation at the art-hotel "Port Olkhon", walk to Shaman Rock and Saraysky Bay, meeting with a practicing shaman.
Olkhon and cruise to Kotelnikovsky
Off-road safari to Cape Khoboy. En route — the Peschanoe tract, Uzury weather station and the Three Brothers rock. In the evening board the motor ship "Nikolai Eroshchenko", sail to Cape Kotelnikovsky, dinner and overnight on board.
Baikal Hot Springs
Relax in the outdoor thermal pools of Cape Kotelnikovsky. Optional fishing or trek to the Hakusy springs on the eastern shore. Dinner on board and an overnight passage to protected Frolikha.
Glacial Lake Frolikha
Guided eco-trail walk with a ranger to the mountain lake surrounded by virgin taiga. After returning — continue the cruise along Baikal's eastern shore, meals and overnight on board.
Turka and Ulan-Ude
Arrive in the village of Turka in the evening, road transfer to Ulan-Ude and accommodation at the "Mergen Bator" hotel. Dinner and rest after the route.
Trip conclusion
Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to Ulan-Ude airport.
Important: Dates, the composition of air and water stages, accommodation and final price are confirmed by the manager. Route sequence may be adjusted due to weather and navigation.
Helicopter · airboats · yacht · Olkhon
Individual Baikal — 6 days
Program pricefrom $3,700
Summer journey across South Baikal, Peschanaya Bay and Olkhon Island with private aviation, water routes and comfortable accommodation.
6 daysprivate program
2 helicoptersair segment of the route
2 days' cruiseyacht with cabins and a sauna
3 regionsSouth Baikal, Peschanya, Olkhon
Day 1
Arrival in Irkutsk
Airport meet-and-greet and transfer by Mercedes Sprinter to boutique hotel History. Check-in, rest, restaurant and SPA — on request.
Day 2
Air journey to South Baikal
Helicopter route along Baikal’s southern shore with a picnic lunch at the upper reaches of the Snezhnaia River. Then a gliding descent to Sneghotel, check-in, Siberian banya with plunge pool and a Baikal‑style dinner.
Day 3
Cruise to Peschanya Bay
Embark a comfortable yacht with cabins and a sauna. Stop at the Circum‑Baikal Railway for a tunnel walk, relax in Peschanya and Babushka bays. Chef‑prepared meals and an overnight on board.
Day 4
Cruise to Olkhon Island
Crossing to Olkhon with visits to Ogoy Island and the Buddhist Stupa of Enlightenment. Fishing in a bay, accommodation at art-hotel Port Olkhon and an optional evening meeting with a practicing shaman.
Day 5
Olkhon and return to Irkutsk
Guided walk to the sacred Shamanka Rock and Saraysky Bay. After lunch — high‑speed boats to the ferry, transfer to Irkutsk with a stop at a local datsan and overnight at History.
Day 6
Trip conclusion
Breakfast, airport transfer and departure. The sequence of water and air stages may be adjusted for weather.
Accommodation
The program includes boutique hotel History in Irkutsk, Sneghotel on South Baikal, one night on a comfortable yacht and art-hotel Port Olkhon. Room categories and fleet composition are confirmed at booking.
Important: The itinerary is an example with no fixed dates or prices. Final terms, group composition and route sequence are agreed with your manager.
Motorboat · yacht · helicopter · jeep safari
Unforgettable Baikal — 7 days
Program pricefrom $7,400
An active journey from South Baikal to protected islands: high‑speed water transfers, fishing in the mountain rivers of Khamar-Daban, taiga Mamay, Peschanya Bay, Olkhon and an encounter with the Baikal nerpa.
RouteIrkutsk → Listvyanka → Circum‑Baikal Railway → South Baikal → Mamay → Peschanya Bay → Olkhon → Ushkany Islands → Irkutsk
7 dayson water, in mountains and taiga
4 formatsmotorboat, yacht, helicopter and off‑road vehicles
Full boardon active days of the itinerary
Private groupRoute tailored to guests
Irkutsk and South Baikal
Meet in Irkutsk and breakfast. Transfer by fast boat to South Baikal with a stop at the Circum‑Baikal Railway. Accommodation, lunch and evening fishing from boats.
Fishing in Khamar-Daban
Helicopter drop to mountain rivers and foothill lakes of Khamar-Daban. Full day of fishing in the taiga, return, sauna and dinner.
Jeep safari to Mamay
Full-day route through taiga and mountain ravines. Ascent to Mamay, walk to waterfalls, picnic lunch and return to South Baikal.
Yacht and Peschanaya Bay
Yacht cruise to one of Baikal's most scenic bays. Camping, walks to neighbouring bays, swimming and sauna.
Olkhon and meeting with a shaman
Flight to Olkhon Island, hotel check‑in, island walk and meeting with a practicing shaman. Dinner and overnight on Olkhon.
Ushkany Islands and Baikal seal
Boat transfer to the Ushkaniy Archipelago. Observe Baikal seals in their natural habitat, return to Olkhon, dinner and rest.
Return to Irkutsk
Boat to the mainland and road transfer to Irkutsk. Check‑in at a city hotel and end of program.
Important: The sequence of water and air stages depends on weather and navigation conditions. Exact dates, accommodation composition and price are confirmed by the manager.
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TIN: 3808162914
OGRN: 1073808004940
TIN: 3808162914
OGRN: 1073808004940
