Why go to Baikal?

What is so special about Baikal?
Why is this one of the most popular tourism destinations in Russia?

How to behave when meeting a bear

There is no point in refusing to travel because of bears. But you need to know safety precautions

What kind of poles are installed on Lake Baikal and why are there colored ribbons on them?

The correct name for the pillars is serge, which literally means “hitting post.” Their purpose is more ritual than practical.

Boro-Boro - polar station on Lake Baikal

Boro-Boro is the first and only polar station on Lake Baikal!

New tourist route around Lake Baikal

In the summer of 2024, a regular tourist route will be built between the Irkutsk and Buryat shores of Lake Baikal.