5 / 5 - One review
How to get there
4hr drive from Irkoutsk
When to go
From July to October
Minimum stay
3 to 5 days
Réserve Lena (Russia)
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The Lena Reserve, or Baïkal-Léna, stretches across more than 6,000 km2 and is home to River Lena's source and the shores of Lake Baïkal.
My suggestion:
It's a sprawling landscape and quite difficult for visitors to reach. Make sure you organise your trip in advance, particularly with regards to lodgings and permits required.
Summary:
If, during your trip to Russia, you want to explore vast, open spaces, then I can highly recommend this reserve , which will plunge you into a wilder side of the country. I arrived from Irkoutsk to the southwest via the only road that accesses the reserve.
I then hopped on a boat so as to get deeper into the reserve and I have to say I loved it! Crossing Lake Baïkal reminded me of a sea crossing, due to its immense size. It's isolated and feels like the world's end. For several days I marvelled at its incredible purity - a savage paradise if ever there was. You can rent little wooden chalets if you plan to stay for a while - a great idea if you hope to fully immerse yourself in the Lena Reserve!
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