Two hot meals are served plus a cold packed lunch. These will be useful at times when you need some extra bit of energy. The summer is pleasantly warm - the lake has a moderating effect on the temperature which averages about 20 C. Lake Baikal itself acts as sea and makes both seasonal and daily contrasts of temperatures milder. The area is relatively dry but rainfall in the form of showers should be expected at any stage of the trek. If you are already a hiker or backpacker you will probably have much of the clothing and equipment required.
Major items required are good walking boots and a two season sleeping bag.
Both good trekking shoes and gym boots desirable. It is also necessary to have good waterproof cloth and warm cloths. A 40 liter rucksack should be adequate to carry your personal belongings. No special equipment is required. Although an emergency kit accompanies us throughout the trek, we recommend that you carry your own personal first aid kit.