On Baikal there are ski resorts, which in terms of the convenience of ski runs, mild climatic conditions, and the classification of skiing enthusiasts by level of skiing are superior to a large number of popular resorts in our country. This article will focus on the base "Olha", located near Irkutsk.
General information about the database
The ski base "Olha" extends near the city 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 Olha River. The ski base "Olha" 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 with little experience. Children of various 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, were not equipped with technical means.
Track modernization
The tracks of the Olha ski resort (Irkutsk is located in the immediate vicinity of this resort) were technically modernized over time. This fact has contributed to a significant increase in the flow of tourists.
The length of the longest base track reaches 1,500 kilometers, the vertical drop on it ranges from 300 meters. This ski slope is saturated with rather complex, unpredictable sections, attracting desperate extreme people and lovers of obstacles. It is equipped with a high throughput towing cableway and a fully automated access system. At night, the ski runs of the Olha ski base (vacationers' reviews testify to this) are fully illuminated. This allows ski lovers to ride them at night.
You can go to the track only through the turnstile, presenting with a ski pass card. Acquire cards and put money into the account really at the box office or at the rental point. They are located at the base.
The main advantage of the Olha base over other ski resorts located in the Irkutsk region is considered to be the presence of a 130-meter-long training slope. You can reach it on the lift completely free of charge. Beginners, if desired, can use the services of instructors.
Olha (ski resort): prices
A distinctive feature of the base can be called the ability to use lifts and rental equipment on weekdays and weekends up to 22 hours. At the same time, hourly rates are reduced every subsequent hour, vacationers do not need to pay 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.
Hiring a set of ski equipment will cost adults who love skiing 200 and 350 rubles. per hour, depending on the day of purchase, for children - only 100 rubles. Regular guests of the ski base "Olha" have the opportunity to save. They can purchase a subscription for the entire season.
Base infrastructure
There is a skating rink on the territory of the ski base. Skates can be rented here. On the base you can also ride a snow tubing and sleigh. "Olha" provides guests with comfortable locker rooms, a parking lot, training for young 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 Olha ski resort. In them, vacationers can restore their energy supply, warm themselves with a glass of tea, coffee or another favorite drink. Near the base there is a spring with 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 Olha.
The skiing season at the Olha ski base lasts from November to April.