IKT → KYZ

Southern Lake Baikal

Upon takeoff, catch a glimpse of the southernmost tip of Lake Baikal and the Khamar-Daban mountain range.

Eastern Sayan Peaks

Fly parallel to the jagged, snow-capped peaks of the Tunkinsky Goltsy, part of the stunning Eastern Sayan system.

Tunkinskaya Valley

View the deep, scenic volcanic valley floor nestled between the Sayan and Khamar-Daban mountains.

Mount Munku-Sardyk

On clear days, the highest peak of the Sayan Mountains is visible on the horizon near the Mongolian border.

Ubsunur Hollow

Observe the transition from dense taiga to the northern edge of the unique Tuva-Mongolian steppe landscape.

Angara River Meanders

See the massive Angara River flowing north out of Lake Baikal as the aircraft climbs away from Irkutsk.

Vast Siberian Taiga

Witness an endless sea of dark coniferous forest, showcasing the immense scale of the Russian wilderness.

Western Sayan Slopes

View the northern slopes and foothills of the Western Sayan range as the flight progresses toward Kyzyl.

Yenisei River Confluence

As you descend into Kyzyl, look for the joining of the Big and Small Yenisei rivers which form the Great Yenisei.

Center of Asia Landmark

Spot the city of Kyzyl, known geographically as the 'Center of Asia,' situated at the river junction.