Russia
Sandy Bay
About this Dive Site
Description
Sandy Bay provides a gentle introduction to Lake Baikal's underwater world, perfect for beginners and macro photographers. Its shallow, sandy bottom is alive with small invertebrates and fish, and keep an eye out for the charismatic nerpa, the world's only freshwater seal, often seen playing in these waters.
Best Time to Dive
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1°C | 3°C | 7°C | 12°C | 15°C | 17°C | 14°C | 9°C | 4°C | 1°C | ||
Peak Season
July, August, June, September
Jan
Ice diving possible on shallower areas, but extremely challenging.
Feb
Ice diving possible on shallower areas, but extremely challenging.
Mar
Ice is still present, limited diving opportunities.
Apr
Ice begins to break up, early season diving with cold temperatures.
More monthly highlights
May
Water temperatures slowly rising, good visibility as ice recedes.
Jun
Warmer water, increasing plankton, potential for seeing endemic species.
Jul
Peak season for clear water and comfortable temperatures. Excellent for exploring unique Baikal fauna.
Aug
Continued excellent conditions, abundant marine life.
Sep
Water begins to cool, but visibility remains good. Autumn colors on land can be spectacular.
Oct
Temperatures dropping significantly, but still diveable with appropriate gear. Less plankton.
Nov
Water is very cold, ice formation begins. Limited diving opportunities.
Dec
Ice covers most of the lake, very challenging ice diving conditions.
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