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Lake Baikal

Freshwater lake under ice
Depth: 5–40 mLevel: Technical (Ice Diving)February-March (under the ice)
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The deepest and oldest lake in the world, with under-ice visibility of up to 40 m and unique endemic wildlife.

Depth

5–40 m

Recommended level

Technical (Ice Diving)

Average visibility

40 m

The deepest and oldest lake in the world, with under-ice visibility of up to 40 m and unique endemic wildlife.

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Lake Baikal: 1 documented species

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Water temperature

4 °C

Current

Weak

Access

Shore

Best season

February-March (under the ice)

Recommended certification

Ice Diver

Approx. price

90 USD / dive

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Best season
February-March (under the ice)
Approx. price
90 USD / dive
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