Saraisky Beach
Сарайский пляж
A sandy beach about 3 km long, north of Shaman Rock, backed by dunes and the “Dancing Pines,” and the island’s most popular lakeside walk.
Saraisky Beach stretches about 3 km along Sarai Bay. Fine, soft sand backs onto low dunes and pine forest. Some pines have had their roots exposed by wind-blown sand and their trunks twisted, earning them the name “Dancing Pines.” On clear days the lake is crystal clear, and Shaman Rock can be seen in the distance. In summer you can stroll along the beach and sunbathe, and the brave can take a quick dip, though the water is very cold. It takes about 20–30 minutes to walk from Khuzhir, and the light is loveliest in the evening. Please do not camp or light fires on the dunes.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Olkhon Island & Shaman Rock
- Khuzhir
- Revyakin Museum of Local Lore
- Kharantsy
- Maloye More (Small Sea) Ice
- Lake Shara-Nur (Olkhon)
- Ogoy Island
- Uzury