Day Itinerary
8 Activities
Day 2
27 mi4 mi
Shamanka Rock, Sarai Beach, and vast expanses
In the first half of the day get acquainted with the famous Shamanka rock and relax on the beach, and then go to explore new horizons and views of Olkhon.
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0.4 mi
10 min
09:0030 min
Shaman Rock
Every self-respecting traveler dreams of visiting the Shaman-cliff (or Cape Burkhan). Legend has it that it is the dwelling place of the island's spirit named Khan Hute-Babai. In his honor, there are 13 sacred poles erected on the cape. The place of unbelievable beauty and power where one wishes to be silent and to contemplate. It is better to do it in the morning, before the cape is attacked by crowds of tourists.
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1.8 mi
40 min
10:153 hrs
Sarai beach
I bet you had no idea that the beaches on Olkhon are so cool? Although Sarai beach is not equipped, it looks like from "Bounty" chocolate ad, only framed by pine trees instead of palm trees. The beach stretches for 3 kilometers, and in some places it reaches a kilometer in width, so you're sure to find a secluded place for a relaxing vacation.
If you walk along the beach to the north, you'll see how nature struggles for life.
You can walk down the slope to the beach (steep enough, but accessible to everyone) along the shore or walk through the village. This will bring you to the beginning of the built ecological trail and you can walk along the wooden planking. Along the way you will come across information boards.
I would choose the second option, because Khuzhir village itself is no less colorful place, which is definitely worth seeing if this is your first time on the island.
If you walk along the beach to the north, you'll see how nature struggles for life.
You can walk down the slope to the beach (steep enough, but accessible to everyone) along the shore or walk through the village. This will bring you to the beginning of the built ecological trail and you can walk along the wooden planking. Along the way you will come across information boards.
I would choose the second option, because Khuzhir village itself is no less colorful place, which is definitely worth seeing if this is your first time on the island.
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