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'''{{FULLPAGENAMEE}}''' (Russian: Большое Голоустное) is a village located on the eastern shore of Lake Baikal, in the region of [[Irkutsk Oblast]].
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'''Bolshoe Goloustnoe''' (Russian: Большое Голоустное) is a village on the eastern shore of Lake Baikal, located in the region of [[Irkutsk Oblast]].
  
 
== Hitchhiking out ==
 
== Hitchhiking out ==
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The village is the final destination of the popular hiking trail [[Listvyanka]] - Bolshie Koty - Bolshoe Goloustnoe. The full 60 km trail takes experienced hikers about two days.
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There is [http://transport.marshruty.ru/Transport/Timetable/80210-151430-Irkutsk-%D0%91%D0%BE%D0%BB%D1%8C%D1%88%D0%BE%D0%B5%20%D0%93%D0%BE%D0%BB%D0%BE%D1%83%D1%81%D1%82%D0%BD%D0%BE%D0%B5/ a bus to Irkutsk] once per day at 17:20 (except Saturdays and Sundays). If you miss the bus, you can either camp on the shore of Baikal or stay in one of the tourist bases. Some of these tourist bases also offer "transfer" services for tourists, both from the village and from the trail.
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The bus costs 175 RUB, BlaBlaCar 130 RUB. The road is of good quality for only the first 10 km from Irkutsk. Then up to Maloe Goloustnoe it is broken asphalt with gravel sections. From Maloe to Bolshoe Goloustnoe it's only a dirt road: dusty in summer, muddy in autumn and spring, with some gravel in places. When you enter Bolshoe Goloustnoe, the central street is paved again.
  
 
== Hitchhiking in ==
 
== Hitchhiking in ==
The village is the end point of the popular hiking trail from [[Listvyanka]] - Bolshiye Koty - Bolshoye Goloustnoye. The full route (60 km) takes two days for prepared hikers. There is one bus per day at 17:20 (except Saturdays and Sundays) to [[Irkutsk]]. If you miss the bus, you can camp on the shore of Lake Baikal or stay at one of the tourist bases. The same tourist bases organize transfers for tourists, both their own guests and hikers on or to the trail. The road is in good condition only for 10 km from Irkutsk. After that, up to Maloye Goloustnoye, it's broken asphalt with gravel sections. From Maloye to Bolshoye Goloustnoye is only a dirt road—dusty in summer, muddy in autumn and spring, with some sections covered with gravel. Upon entering Bolshoye Goloustnoye, the central street is paved again.
 
  
 
== Places to avoid ==
 
== Places to avoid ==
  
 
== Accommodation and Sleep ==
 
== Accommodation and Sleep ==
* On the edge of the village, immediately after the church, there are various tourist bases, guest yurts, and private guesthouses. Immediately after the last tourist bases begins the territory of Pribaikalsky National Park. So choose whom to pay—either the tourist base or the park rangers. Tourist bases usually have firewood, electricity, and sometimes even Wi-Fi in the canteen.
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* On the edge of the village, just past the church, there is a cluster of various tourist bases, guest yurts, and private hotels. Right after the last tourist bases the territory of the Pribaikalsky National Park begins. You can choose where to pay: either the tourist base or the park rangers. The bases have firewood, electricity, and sometimes even WiFi in the dining room.
* On the territory of the St. Nicholas Church there is a bathhouse and guest houses for pilgrims and workers. You can try to talk with the priest about staying overnight in exchange for helping out.
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* On the grounds of the St. Nicholas Church there is a bathhouse and guesthouses for pilgrims and workers. You may try to arrange accommodation with the priest "for work in return."
  
 
== Other useful info ==
 
== Other useful info ==
* The mentioned hiking route to Bolshiye Koty is part of the "Great Baikal Trail" (GBT). It passes through the national park "Zapovednoye Pribaikalye" and a permit must be obtained through their website: https://baikal-1.ru/local/entrance-pass/
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* The hiking route mentioned above to Bolshie Koty is part of the "Great Baikal Trail" (BBT). It passes through the "Zapovednoe Pribaikalie" national park and you need to obtain a permit through their website: https://baikal-1.ru/local/entrance-pass/
* There is a scenic hiking trail on the left bank of the river, near the bridge at the entrance to the village, leading up the nearest mountain (1.8 km length, +200 m elevation). The summit offers great views in all directions—of the river valley, the delta, and Lake Baikal.
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* Observation hill: On the left bank of the river, near the bridge at the entrance to the village, a hiking trail leads up the nearest hill. In just 1.8 km you'll climb almost 200 meters. From the summit there are excellent views in all directions—over the river valley, the delta, and Lake Baikal.
* Boat trips: In the left part of the embankment there is a bay where boats and yachts are moored. In the village there are also notices on fences with boat owners’ phone numbers.
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* Boat rides: In the left part of the waterfront there is a bay with "Yaroslavets" type boats and yachts. In the village, you can find boat owners' announcements with phone numbers on fences.
* Winter activities: On the main beach in winter there is a rental for skates and bicycles, but it is recommended to bring your own. Clear ice lasts from the end of January until the first spring thaw in March. After the thaw, the ice becomes matte, but it can still hold bicycles and cars until large cracks appear. During the period between ice and open water, hovercraft "Khivus" operate for transport on Lake Baikal.
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* Ice skating and cycling on the ice: On the main beach in winter there are places for renting bikes and skates, but it’s best to bring your own. The clear ice lasts from late January until the first spring thaw in March. After the thaw, the ice turns frosty, but it's still strong enough for bikes and cars until big cracks appear. When there’s water on the ice, hovercraft "Khivus" are used for transport across Baikal.
  
== Other useful info ==
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=== Useful links ===
=== VK Groups ===
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==== VKontakte groups ====
* [https://vk.com/bolgol Bolshoye Goloustnoye]
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* [https://vk.com/bolgol Bolshoe Goloustnoe]
* [https://vk.com/club5034687 Bolshoye Goloustnoye - Baikal]
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* [https://vk.com/club5034687 Bolshoe Goloustnoe - Baikal]
* [https://vk.com/club12796635 Bolshoye Goloustnoye - The Most Beautiful Baikal]
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* [https://vk.com/club12796635 Bolshoe Goloustnoe - The Most Beautiful Baikal]
  
=== Other links ===
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==== Other links ====
 
* [http://irkipedia.ru/content/bolshoe_goloustnoe Irkipedia]   
 
* [http://irkipedia.ru/content/bolshoe_goloustnoe Irkipedia]   
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bolshoye_Goloustnoye Wikipedia]
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* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bolshoe_Goloustnoe Wikipedia]
 
* [http://wikimapia.org/#lang=ru&lat=52.040349&lon=105.423946&z=13&m=o&show=/6219220/ru/Большое-Голоустное Wikimapia]
 
* [http://wikimapia.org/#lang=ru&lat=52.040349&lon=105.423946&z=13&m=o&show=/6219220/ru/Большое-Голоустное Wikimapia]
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Bolshoe Goloustnoe (Russian: Большое Голоустное) is a village on the eastern shore of Lake Baikal, located in the region of Irkutsk Oblast.

Hitchhiking out

The village is the final destination of the popular hiking trail Listvyanka - Bolshie Koty - Bolshoe Goloustnoe. The full 60 km trail takes experienced hikers about two days.

There is a bus to Irkutsk once per day at 17:20 (except Saturdays and Sundays). If you miss the bus, you can either camp on the shore of Baikal or stay in one of the tourist bases. Some of these tourist bases also offer "transfer" services for tourists, both from the village and from the trail.

The bus costs 175 RUB, BlaBlaCar 130 RUB. The road is of good quality for only the first 10 km from Irkutsk. Then up to Maloe Goloustnoe it is broken asphalt with gravel sections. From Maloe to Bolshoe Goloustnoe it's only a dirt road: dusty in summer, muddy in autumn and spring, with some gravel in places. When you enter Bolshoe Goloustnoe, the central street is paved again.

Hitchhiking in

Places to avoid

Accommodation and Sleep

  • On the edge of the village, just past the church, there is a cluster of various tourist bases, guest yurts, and private hotels. Right after the last tourist bases the territory of the Pribaikalsky National Park begins. You can choose where to pay: either the tourist base or the park rangers. The bases have firewood, electricity, and sometimes even WiFi in the dining room.
  • On the grounds of the St. Nicholas Church there is a bathhouse and guesthouses for pilgrims and workers. You may try to arrange accommodation with the priest "for work in return."

Other useful info

  • The hiking route mentioned above to Bolshie Koty is part of the "Great Baikal Trail" (BBT). It passes through the "Zapovednoe Pribaikalie" national park and you need to obtain a permit through their website: https://baikal-1.ru/local/entrance-pass/
  • Observation hill: On the left bank of the river, near the bridge at the entrance to the village, a hiking trail leads up the nearest hill. In just 1.8 km you'll climb almost 200 meters. From the summit there are excellent views in all directions—over the river valley, the delta, and Lake Baikal.
  • Boat rides: In the left part of the waterfront there is a bay with "Yaroslavets" type boats and yachts. In the village, you can find boat owners' announcements with phone numbers on fences.
  • Ice skating and cycling on the ice: On the main beach in winter there are places for renting bikes and skates, but it’s best to bring your own. The clear ice lasts from late January until the first spring thaw in March. After the thaw, the ice turns frosty, but it's still strong enough for bikes and cars until big cracks appear. When there’s water on the ice, hovercraft "Khivus" are used for transport across Baikal.

Useful links

VKontakte groups

Other links