If you decide to arrange a vacation on Lake Baikal in winter, then this is a bold decision on the part of a tourist, let's see what a winter vacation on Lake Baikal can give us, what you can see here in the cold season, where to stay and where to go.
Vacationers in the winter on Lake Baikal will discover a lot of previously untested sensations. Of course, it's cold here in winter! But not such a harsh winter on Lake Baikal, as it happens in Siberia. And this is due to the fact that during the summer the water in the lake heats up to a depth of almost 200m. The accumulated heat makes the winter so mild on Lake Baikal, but this applies only to those cities that are located near the coast, for example, Baikalsk.
The beauty of winter landscapes on Lake Baikal amazes the eye with its splendor - sparkling snow sparkling in the sun, amazing Baikal ice, frozen in places in bizarre shapes, harsh rocks hanging over it, and above all this, the sky is stunning blue.
In winter, a very varied vacation awaits tourists on Lake Baikal. Vacationers from all over the world come here. Some in order to truly merge with nature, to be in solitude and complete tranquility. Others can afford to indulge in extreme types of recreation in order to release the accumulated adrenaline, and Baikal has everything for this.
Lake Baikal freezes slowly, but by January the ice reaches a thickness of 1-1.5 meters, and you can not be afraid to ride a snowmobile or sit in a dog sled on it, and you can easily arrange a race on the spot. On the ice, people get to any corner of the lake. Where no one could get by boat by boat. Sledding is taught on the spot. Suitable master classes are organized for those who wish.
When is the best time to relax on Lake Baikal in winter? Focusing on January - March, at this time the ice is already so strong that every tourist opens up a huge number of opportunities for recreation in the winter. Personally, I recommend that you visit the village of Listvyanka in February, at the end of this month there is a wonderful competition "Crystal Seal", one of the photos from this competition is below, all other photos are shown by clicking on the link.
Sightseeing tours are conducted by helicopter. And in the evening, depending on where you are staying, you can go in and take a steam bath, and then dive into the lake, such baths are arranged by many hotels, especially in the village of Listvyanka. Rest on Lake Baikal in winter can be very eventful, despite all the stories of experienced travelers that there is nothing to do here at this time of year, it all depends on a person's hobbies, the amount in the wallet and a disposition to rest.
We definitely consider a winter vacation on Olkhon Island, which is ideal for those who want to be alone with their thoughts away from the bustle of the city and problems at work.
Fishing is naturally a favorite pastime on Lake Baikal in winter. The most popular place where people come to fish in winter is the Maloye More. In winter and summer, real tournaments among fishermen take place here. But ice fishing is a separate conversation. There are over 50 species of fish in Lake Baikal. It is here that omul is caught. Together with him, fish such as taimen, perch, grayling and others are found in the lake waters. The ice on the lake in winter is amazing. It is so transparent that you can see how the fish swallows the bait.
In winter, many tourists from different countries of the world like to rest on Lake Baikal; it is also interesting to come here for those who like to ski. The Baikal Mountains are equipped for skiing and equipped with lifts, I am now talking about the Baikal ski resort "Sobolinaya Mountain", I have a huge article on my blog with photos and prices for skiing.
You ask where to stay on Lake Baikal in winter for accommodation and recreation? You can stay in any hotel on the shore of the lake, there are even individual offers in the mountains, here you can stay in hotels built specifically for winter holidays. Be sure to read about the choice of hotels and recreation centers in my separate article.
Those who go on a sightseeing trip on the Circum-Baikal Express will get a lot of pleasure. The excursion works 365 days a year. Her path passes by formidable rocks, through tunnels through them and under picturesque arches. Without having been there, it is difficult to imagine what amazing views can be opened in the windows along the entire path passing by the train.
There will certainly be those who want to take part in an extreme form of recreation - ice diving. A hidden underwater world of extraordinary beauty will open to their eyes. For diving under the ice, a special wetsuit is issued. In winter, the feeling of the energy of the lake is much stronger. Well, now you have learned what a winter vacation on Baikal is, below will be a list of no less interesting articles about Lake Baikal and recreation both in summer and in winter.
In conclusion, I ask you to look at the photo below, which was taken two years ago, when the problem with the environment was not so developed. Recently, scientists on the shore of the lake have discovered toxic substances of natural origin, which are released as a result of pollution of the lake by man himself and improper circulation of treatment facilities.
The substances turned out to be toxic to humans, but they do not get into the water that you drink, since all bottled water is poured from a depth where this type of bacteria has not yet been found. I would like to ask you not to throw the trash and take away all the waste after the rest with you, let's save at least what is left. We will definitely share the article on social networks, I hope people will come to their senses and finally understand that everything depends on us.
