There are ski resorts on Lake Baikal that are superior to a large number of popular resorts in our country in terms of the convenience of slopes, mild climatic conditions, and the classification of ski lovers in terms of skiing. This article will focus on the base "Olkha", located near Irkutsk.
General information about the base
The ski base "Olkha" extends near the town of Shelekhov. This winter skiing complex is located 27 kilometers from the city of Irkutsk and, as a result, is especially popular among skiers, snowboarders and just vacationers.
The Alpine skiing center, located in an amazingly beautiful forest, got its name from the nearby river Olkha. Ski base "Olkha" attracts not only local residents, but also people living in neighboring cities. The slopes of this ski resort are prepared for skiing not only professionals, but also skiers withlittle experience. Children of different age categories can also spend their leisure time on the slopes of the base.
Tracks in these places have been operating since 1981. At that time, they were intended only for training and educational work, they were not equipped with technical means.
Track upgrades
The slopes of the ski base "Olkha" (Irkutsk is located in the immediate vicinity of this resort) have been technically modernized over time. This fact contributed to a significant increase in the flow of tourists.
The length of the longest route of the base reaches 1500 kilometers, the height difference on it fluctuates within 300 meters. This ski slope is full of rather difficult, unpredictable sections that attract desperate extreme sportsmen and obstacle lovers. It is equipped with a towing cable car with high access control and a fully automated access system. At night, the slopes of the Olkha ski base (reviews from vacationers testify to this) are fully illuminated. This allows skiers to ride them at night.
You can enter the track only through the turnstile, while presenting your ski pass card. Purchase cards and deposit money into your account at the box office or at the rental point. They are located on the territory of the base.
The main advantage of the base "Olkha" over other ski resorts located in the Irkutsk region is considered to be the presence of a training slope with a length of 130 m. You can get to it by lift for free. Beginners, if desired, can use the services of instructors.
Olkha (ski base): prices
A distinctive feature of the base is the ability to use the lifts and equipment rental on weekdays and weekends until 22:00. At the same time, hourly rates are reduced every subsequent hour, vacationers do not need to pay for the whole day. Prices for the lift vary within: 200 rubles. per hour - on ordinary days, 350 rubles. per hour - on weekends, for children they are 100 and 250 rubles.
Renting a set of ski equipment will cost adult skiing enthusiasts 200 and 350 rubles. per hour, depending on the day of purchase, for children - only 100 rubles. Regular guests of the ski base "Olkha" have the opportunity to save. They can purchase season tickets for the entire season.
Base infrastructure
There is a skating rink on the territory of the ski base. Skates can be rented here. You can also go snow tubing and sleigh rides at the base. "Olkha" provides guests with comfortable locker rooms, parking, training for small lovers of skiing.
Guests of the complex sometimes spend a lot of time here, so there are several good cafes on the territory of the Olkha ski base. In them, vacationers can restore energy, warm up with a glass of tea, coffee or another favorite drink. Near the base there is a source of mineral water.
Getting to the ski complex is not difficult, because it is located very close to Irkutsk. You can use a car or train. The road takes about half an hour, the final stop is the village of the same name Olkha.
The skiing season at the ski base "Olkha" lasts from November to April.
