Fish where Siberia meets the world’s deepest lake. This one-day fishing trip on Lake Baikal (Irkutsk Oblast, Russia) takes you out on the ice near Listvyanka or on the Maloe More strait near Olkhon Island in winter, and onto the water near Listvyanka and the Angara River in summer. Tackle, an experienced instructor and a lunch are included, and no fishing experience is needed.
Duration: 1 day
Group: up to 10
Season: All the year round
Language: English
Tour type: Fishing, Nature and Wildlife
Tour price: from 4,000 rub per person
Notice! Baikal omul fishing is prohibited.
⚠️ Please note: fishing for Baikal omul is prohibited. Our trips target perch, grayling and pike instead.
Ice fishing can take place near Listvyanka or on the Maloe More (Small Sea), a strait of Lake Baikal that separates Olkhon Island from the western shore.
Period: 1 December – 31 March
Duration: 3–4 hours
Group: up to 10 people
Target species: perch, grayling and pike
Go to bed early the night before: the day starts at dawn, with breakfast and then straight to the ice. Perch and grayling are caught with fishing rods, and pike with special tackle and bait fish. Every guest gets their own gear and help from an experienced instructor.
The day comes with friendly contests: first fish, biggest fish, biggest catch and fastest ice drilling. Lunch is served right on the ice.
🧤 What to wear: it is cold and windy on open Baikal ice. Bring a ski suit or similar, thermal underwear, warm winter boots and gloves.
Fishing from the shore or on the ice, once the ice has formed (usually from late January to early April).
Included:
Not included:
Notice! Since the tour is very popular during the summer season, please book in advance (at least 1-2 weeks before the tour).
The trip starts from Listvyanka or Irkutsk, and your guide will teach you different techniques and share the secrets of successful fishing.
Three formats are available:
Please note: the fish spawn in the Angara in June, so fishing there is prohibited until 25 June.
Included:
Not included: transfer from Irkutsk to Listvyanka.
Included:
Not included: transfer from Irkutsk to Listvyanka.
Listvyanka, the closest Baikal village to Irkutsk, is about 70 km from the city and roughly an hour’s drive. Most summer trips and many winter trips start there. For winter fishing on Maloe More near Olkhon Island, we recommend staying overnight near Sakhyurta so you reach the ice early and fresh. Contact us and we will help plan transfers and accommodation.
Can I fish for omul on Lake Baikal?
No. Fishing for Baikal omul is prohibited. We fish for perch, grayling and pike.
When is the best time to go fishing on Lake Baikal?
The tour runs all year round: ice fishing from 15 November to 10 April, and summer fishing from 26 June to 31 October.
Do I need fishing experience?
No. An English-speaking instructor shows you the techniques, and tackle is provided.
Where does the trip start?
From Irkutsk or Listvyanka. Winter fishing takes place on Maloe More, near Olkhon Island.
Is lunch included?
Yes. In summer it is made from freshly caught fish, and in winter it is served on the ice.
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