Siberia-Baikal lake
 

People said that in this area there are much mosquitos. Is there any health risk. Is it necessary to get vaccination?

Yes, there are many mosquitos in Siberia and part of Far-East Russia. But not to many around Lake Baikal. Try to avoid getting bit! Bring lots of mosquito repellent. I had the most problems when bush camping (setting up tent in full riding gear with helmet on, and not taking off the helmet until in the tent).
Some people have traveled in the are and sail they had no problems. So, it depends on the season, I guess.

Lots and lots of mossies! But a good DEET repelent seems to keep them at bay. They seem to like dark colours more than light ones as well.

http://users.netlink.com.au/~asimpson

Mosquitoes it is valid much, but I can precisely tell that their stings though are unpleasant but do not bear with itself of serious danger.

Tnx to all on answers.
Nikola

Beeln to Baikal a couple of times, and its bad earlier in the season there... May is probably the worst of it.

In July, August, September there really wasnt a mosquito issue at all. All very normal.

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