Lake Baikal, Russia
What to see at Lake Baikal and how to fit it into a Russia trip.
Quick answer
The world's deepest, oldest, and most extraordinary freshwater lake in the Siberian wilderness.
Best season for Russia: May–September (European Russia); Jan–Mar (Baikal ice). Recommended trip length: 10–14 Days.
About Lake Baikal
The world's deepest, oldest, and most extraordinary freshwater lake in the Siberian wilderness.
Lake Baikal is one of 13 places we cover in Russia, and falls on day 2 of our 5-day Russia plan. A 5-day Russia trip from Mumbai costs about ₹47,000 per person at budget stays with return flights.
More places to visit in Russia
- Red Square
- Hermitage
- Red Square & Kremlin
- St. Petersburg
- Hermitage Museum
- Trans-Siberian Railway
- Moscow Metro
- Bolshoi Theatre
Questions about Lake Baikal
What is Lake Baikal?
The world's deepest, oldest, and most extraordinary freshwater lake in the Siberian wilderness.
When is the best time to visit Lake Baikal?
Russia's best season is May–September (European Russia); Jan–Mar (Baikal ice), which is the best window for Lake Baikal too.
How many days do I need in Russia to include Lake Baikal?
Trripah recommends 10–14 Days for Russia. Lake Baikal fits into a normal itinerary without extra days.
Can Trripah include Lake Baikal in a Russia package?
Yes. Tell us your dates and group and we add Lake Baikal to a Russia plan with flights, hotels and transfers, usually within 24 hours.