Lake Baikal is the pearl of Siberia, and Olkhon Island is the heart of Lake Baikal. Olkhon Island has spectacular landscapes which are second to none. It is especially true for the northern region of Island, where you will see majestic and unforgettable panoramic views of the cape overlooking the sea. Olkhon Island is the ideal spot for nature lovers, here you will find many untouched natural wildlife, virgin forests and jaw dropping landscapes. Olkhon is the geographical, historical and sacred center of Baikal, the heart of many legends and fairy tales and is believed to be the home of many Baikal spirits. Legends say that Khan Gutababai came here and was sent by high spirits from the Heavens. He was the head of all khans. His son Shubunkua still lives here as a white eagle.

Covered with ancient legends Olkhon Island is quite a special place. Here one can feel and see reaches of steppes with herbal fragrance which go deeply into the land, bays warm in summer, light coniferous groves of pines and larches, thick woods with wind-fallen trees, picturesque marble rocks decorated with bright red lichens, a relict spruce forest which is a witness of the glacial period, sandy beaches, dunes, and hills. Olkhon is ideal for wild nature lovers. Fantastic designs of the coastline, majestic views of the lake, natural monuments and magnificent landscapes leave an unforgettable impression. There are a lot of options for outdoor activities: hikes, bike and water trips, horse riding, and fishing. Olkhon Island has a very rich history. Archeological findings such as petroglyphs, sites of ancient settlements, remains of stony walls and cult holy places allow to touch the history and ancient culture of islanders. Going to Olkhon Island, leave your bad habits, thoughts and words and treat with respect this unique place. The island will accept you mercifully.

The western coast of the island is sloping, for the most part covered with steppes. There are frequent deep bays in the island limited by beautiful rocky capes. The most famous from them is Burkhan situated near the settlement Khuzhir, is thought to be a sacred place, the "residence" of Baikal spirits. Rituals of shamans and sacred pageants take place namely in this place in the ancient time. Capes Kobylya Golova, Sagan-Khushin made of white marble and covered with red lichen, Budun with its deep canyon and outlets of rare minerals, are also widely known. All main localities including the central settlement Khuzhir are situated on the western coast. One more interesting place to visit is Pestchanka, the bay with sandy beaches and dunes, the place where the settlements of the Stalin era are conserved.

The northern end of the island – the cape Khoboy with the Maiden Rock situated on it. Khoboy is translated from the Buryat language as "canine" and actually has the form of tooth if you look at it from the coast. This Amazingly beautiful cape is the place of tourist pilgrimage.

The eastern coast is on the contrary steep, rocky and covered with forest. There is a summit of the island – a sacred mountain Zhima on the eastern coast. Its slopes are covered with relict spruce forest.

Olkhon is large enough to have its own beautifull lakes, the most famous of them are salt lake Shara-Nur in the central part of the island and Nurskoe interflowing with the Zagli bay. Tribes of nomads and cattle-breeders inhabited Olkhon since olden times. The Kurykans were predecessors of the Buryats who nowadays in general inhabit the island. Olkhon is the only habitable island on the Baikal. The principal occupation of the population is fishing and cattle-breeding.

Flora of the Olkhon Island is unique and inimitable. There is a lot of rare, protected and endemic species here.