Camp "Sodruzhestvo"

For those who like low-cost holidays will surely enjoy a hiking tour on Baikal. This is a great way to stretch and get a charge of positive energy from being alone with nature! This part of the Great Baikal Trail from Listvyanka village to Goloustnoe settlement is very interesting and picturesque: on the way there are several observation points which offer wonderful views of Baikal, You will also have the opportunity to visit a cave, go through the Devil's Bridge and climb on the famous Skriper Rock ! In addition, you can visit Peschanaya (Sandy) Bay, known for its Golden Sands!

Tour features:

• Trekking from Listvyanka village to Goloustnoe settlement;
• Observation points on Kadilny Cape, Goloustnoe, Peschanaya (Sandy) bay;
• A boat trip.

Recommendations:

Be sure to have a sleeping bag, 2 sets of clothing, trekking and spare shoes. The full list of necessary equipment you can find in section of EQUIPMENT FOR HIKING AND ACTIVE TOURS.

Tour for groups in 2020:

Tour program “GBT”:

Day 1

Gathering of the group at the train station or at the airport of Irkutsk (time will be specified).

Travel from Irkutsk to Listvyanka village. Instructions, distribution of equipment, getting to the trail.

Today we will have to overcome the “Black” pass (955 m).

After the descent from the pass the trail goes to Baikal and continues along the coastline.

Meals: lunch, supper.

Accommodation:  camping.

Day 2

We will approach the village of Bolshiye Koty.

Today's day will be dedicated to the Skriper Rock -architectural and natural monument, in the caves of which were discovered ancient tools, utensils, jewelry related to the iron and stone ages. We will have to overcome the Devil's bridge - an artificial excavation in the rock no more than a meter wide over a 30-meter cliff.

The trail is very picturesque and the views are amazing!

We will stay for the night in the tent camp near Pribaikalsky National Park.

You will have a chance to order a real Russian banya (sauna)!

Meals: breakfast, lunch, supper.

Accommodation: camping.

Day 3

A hike to Maly Kadilny Cape.

We wll go up to the observation point – Kadilnaya mountain. We will examine the habitat of an ancient man – cave "Chapel".

A hike to Ushkanya Valley.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, supper.

Accommodation: camping.

Day 4

Breakfast.

Today we will reach the village of Bolshoye Goloustnoye.

We will walk to the Dry lake, which fills with underground healing waters once in 4-5 years.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, supper.

Accommodation: camping.

Day 5

A short walk to the pier.

Travel to Peschanaya (sandy) Bay by boat.

As two watchtower pyramidal rocks Big and Small belfries frame the bay.

Organization of the tent camp.

Climbing to the observation point (2-2,5 hours), that offers stunning views of the ideal semi – arched Bay!

Meals: breakfast, lunch, supper.

Accommodation: camping.

Day 6

A hike to Sennaya Bay (border of the Pribaikalsky National Park) along the picturesque path through the Peschanaya (Sandy) Bay, Dolgaya (Long) valley.

A walk around the place among bizarre rocks. In the distance you will see the Large bell tower and a bay with the original name “Babushka” (Grandmother). Today you will be able to order a Russian banya (sauna).

Meals: breakfast, lunch, supper.

Accommodation: camping.

Day 7

A walk to Kharginsky field of quartz sand, hidden in the remote forests of Baikal (at the request of a group, distance of about 11 kilometers). This place is rarely visited, which allows it to remain in its original form. The field is located on the upper slopes of Khargino valley on the North-Western shore of Baikal, three kilometers from the coastline at an altitude of 420 meters above the lake.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, supper.

Accommodation: camping.

Day 8

Return to Peschanaya (Sandy) Bay by 4 p.m. Landing on water transport. Arrival in Irkutsk at 8 p.m. (local time).

Meals: breakfast, lunch.

Accommodation: hostel / hotel.

Day 9

Travel to the airport.

Meals: -

Price: 25 000 rub/person

The price includes:

• All transfers to and from various points on the tour, according to the program;
• Guide services;
• Payment of entrance fees to visit Pribaikalsky National Park;
• Rental of personal equipment: sleeping bag, backpack, mat;
• Meals according to the program (except for food in cafes at the request of tourists);
• Accommodation: tent camp/hostel (according to the program)

The price does not include:

• Rental of personal equipment: sleeping bag, backpack, mat;
• Vaccination / encephalitis insurance;