Recreation center "Chara", Baikal: description, photo, reviews

For many tourists, a trip to Baikal is no less exotic than to the Canary Islands or Bali. That reason is the remoteness of this Russian nature reserve from many central cities of the country, a long and sometimes difficult road, incomplete awareness of all unique sights and peculiarities of this region. Meanwhile, here you can find a service for the highest category, and food is not worse than in elite restaurants. All those who are going to come here, invites the hospitable, comfortable, convenient in all respects the recreation center "Chara". Baikal splashes in a few minutes walk from its gate, the buildings are surrounded by cute fir-trees, the staff of the base put their whole soul into their work. That's why anyone who ever comes to "Char", always wants to come back here.

Location

In the convenient and picturesque place of the Pribaikalsky Reserve there is a recreation center "Chara". Baikal in this region with the help of the island of Olkhon forms a strait, called the Small Sea. On the shore of his bay Mukhor and is "Chara". At 100 meters from the base there is a river Sarma, carrying its waters to the deepest and most beautiful lake in the world. Its shore from the gate of the base is about 900 meters away. From Irkutsk to "Chara" - about 250 km. The recreation center is located in a place somewhat secluded. Tourists here can easily enjoy the beauty and greatness of nature. In this area there are several other tourist bases, but they are located at a sufficient distance so that vacationers do not notice the presence of each other.

Driving directions

We are always sincerely glad to all our guests the recreation center "Chara" on Lake Baikal. How to get there by public transport? There are two options - a minibus or a shuttle bus, the next route Irkutsk - Small Sea. A ticket to one side will cost 1100 rubles. There and back, respectively, 2200. Travel time is approximately 4 hours. Buses and minibuses depart from the Trud Stadium in July and August at 9.00 and at 12.00, and the rest of the time - only at 9.00. Sitting on the bus, it is necessary to clarify where he is going, because at the same time from the stadium "Trud" there are flights to other tourist bases of Lake Baikal.

Are you a car enthusiast and you are interested in the recreation center "Chara" on Lake Baikal? How to get there by car, we will now tell. From anywhere in the country you need to get to Irkutsk. Then drive to the Kachug (Yakutia) highway and drive along the excellent asphalt road to the turn to the village of Elance (about 130 km). This turn will be in the village of Bayandai. Turning to Elantsy, it will be necessary to drive another 35 km to the fork. On it turn left (the direct direction leads to the ferry to Olkhon Island). Turning on this turn, you need to go another 10 km to the index sign "Chara". From there to the base there will be 500 meters.

Territory of the base

The recreation center "Chara" (Baikal) is located on a stretch between low hills covered with young pine trees. Therefore, the air here is always clean, with the scent of pine needles, it helps to heal or significantly weaken many diseases. The territory of the base is quite spacious. There is a large guarded parking lot, although many holidaymakers put their cars near rented houses. For lovers of sports on the base, there are volleyball and children's playgrounds, a place for playing badminton, a children's playroom, table tennis tables, a shop with a bar, a cinema hall, a bicycle rental, beach, fishing and sports equipment. To diversify leisure guests, on the territory of the base there are mangal zones with pavilions, where people can fry shish kebabs. They are located in such places that no one interferes with each other. Fans of hot steam can rent on the basis of "Chara" a sauna with a small pool, a Russian bathhouse or a steam room on the lake.

Economical accommodation options

Given the needs and opportunities of people with different incomes, offers various options for living hospitable "Chara", a recreation center (Baikal). Photos show what kind of cute little houses here. There are several options for accommodation:

1. The most economical are ecological houses. Conveniences (shower, toilet and washbasin) are not in them, only beds, a table, chairs and a mirror. Accommodation here is possible in the summer months. The houses and all furniture in them are made from trees of local breeds and are environmentally friendly. All these houses are 11 pieces. They are in a separate corner of the camp site. The toilet and washbasins are next to each other, and the shower - just a little aside, on the territory of the "Enchantment". Washing costs 200 rubles per hour.

2. The rooms are "standard". This is also an inexpensive option for accommodation, but with amenities. Standard rooms are double and triple. They are located in two-story buildings. Each room has a set of furniture, including beds, wardrobe, table, chairs, bedside tables, a mirror, as well as a TV and a kettle. In the hygiene room there is a toilet, a wash basin, a shower, bath hygienic means are provided.

Accommodation options with comfort

For those who can afford to pay more expensive, and for those who like to relax in comfort, the recreation center "Chara" (Baikal) offers the following accommodation options:

1. Separate cottages. They, like all the buildings on this camp site, are made of environmentally friendly materials. For greater convenience, each of these cottages has a spacious veranda. Equipment - entrance hall with hangers, bedroom (there are beds, wardrobe, bedside tables, table, mirror, TV, refrigerator) and bathroom (with washbasin, shower and toilet). Towels and bath hygiene products are provided. A distinctive feature of cottages is the presence of warm floors, which enable them to rest in them in winter. Cottages for 2 or 3 people are calculated, but in each room there is an opportunity to install a clamshell.

2. Suite. These rooms are only double rooms, but they are so spacious that they can accommodate 3 and 4 people. The design of the suites is magnificent, very suitable for romantic couples, for honeymooners and for all who love and appreciate aesthetics. In this room - a large and comfortable bed (double), wardrobe, table, chairs, bedside tables, mirror, sofa, armchairs, refrigerator, TV, bathroom with shower, washbasin, toilet and hairdryer. Towels and all necessary hygienic bath facilities are provided.

Food

Several options for food offers its guests "Chara", a recreation center (Baikal). There is a restaurant, a dining room, a fireplace room and a bar. The restaurant is designed for 40 people. Service in it is conducted by friendly and efficient waiters. Food is cooked by professional chefs. In the menu dishes of Russian, Buryat and European cuisines, many dishes from Baikal fish, which is considered a delicacy. The restaurant is ideal for cheerful solemn events - birthdays, weddings, anniversaries.

For the complex nutrition of holidaymakers, implying breakfasts, lunches and dinners, there is a dining room that can accommodate up to 100 people at the same time. "Chara" is a recreation center (Baikal is generally a hospitable place), on which you will not be allowed to starve. You will be offered several types of hot dishes, lots of snacks, side dishes, meat, fish.

A great popularity among holidaymakers, especially on cool days, enjoys a fireplace room. This room with a capacity of up to 30 people has an unusually cozy design, facilitating pleasant relaxation, intimate conversations. Hot drinks are served here - coffee, tea, and alcohol. For children there is a large selection of soft drinks, and for all there are many kinds of local baked goods.

On the open terrace "Chary", which offers fantastic views of the surrounding area, there is a bar. This place is ideal for organizing receptions.

Entertainment

Many advantages are the recreation center "Chara". Lake Baikal, which is only 4-6 minutes walk, is one of them. The crystal purity of its waters is made up of legends. Its mineralization is so small that it is actively used as distilled. However, this water is not just cold, but icy. Even in the peak season, its temperature does not rise above +9 degrees. But the rest of the "Chary" is waiting for a surprise: in the bay where the base is located, even children can bathe, as here the temperature of the water in summer is warmer than in the southern Aegean Sea, and is +25 ... +26 degrees. The reason for this is the huge island of Olkhon, which shields this water area from the ice waters. Beach vacation in summer at the base is one of the main. In the winter it is replaced by skating. The second most popular place is fishing. Such a fish, as in Lake Baikal, is nowhere else, therefore many anglers come here for fishing. Holidaymakers on the basis of their catch can cook on a fire in specially designated for this and equipped places.

Excursions

A diverse excursion program offers its guests a recreation center "Chara". Lake Baikal, a photo of which can be made not only from the shore, but also from the ship during a water excursion in the area of the Small Sea, will be opened to tourists from the most unexpected sides. In addition to walking along the lake, tourists are invited to hike to Mount Zhelaniy (free of charge), to the Sarmi Gorge (20 km) and to Eagle Rocks (10 km one way). For those who can not walk so much, and for all the lovers of traveling around the recreation center "Chara" offers excursions by minibuses. These are trips to Irkutsk, a nerpinarium, to the unique stalactite and stalagmites of the Cave Dream, to the bay of Aya, famous for its unearthly landscapes, to Olkhon Island and the "Yordyn Games", to the hill of Eke Yord if the rest of tourists will pass during this festival.

Additional Information

The recreation center "Chara" (Baikal) is open all year round. Regarding prices, the whole year is broken down into seasons:

- the average (01.01-01.05; 19.06-05.07; 16.08-01.10);

- high (05.07-16.08);

- low (01.10-01.01, 01.05-19.06).

The highest prices for accommodation are in high season. Children under 12 years of age in this period are given discounts of up to 15%. In the middle and low seasons, children live on the base for free. With the current prices can be found at the tour operators offering tours to the base "Chara".

Three meals a day (complex) is priced at 980 rubles per person per day.

There are no ATMs on the base, telecards are not always available, the rooms do not include the use of electric kettles, hairdryers and irons and there is no laundry and dry cleaning services.

Reviews

Many people like the recreation center "Chara" on Lake Baikal. Reviews about this place are just good. Tourists celebrate the beautiful countryside, excellent living conditions, wonderful food, extraordinarily pleasant and hospitable staff, high professionalism of tour guides. In general, the testimonies indicate that this place is a good combination of price and quality.