update:2019.3.11

[Lake Shikotsu canoeing and kayaking experience] The high transparency that has been certified as the best water quality in Japan is attractive! Introducing a tour where you can fully enjoy Hokkaido!

Interesting words in this article: Hokkaido Ishikari / Sorachi / Chitose Canoe / kayak

Hokkaido Lake Shikotsu, a freshwater lake in Chitose. Caldera Lake, which has the second largest water storage capacity in Japan after Lake Biwa in Shiga Prefecture, is said to be the northernmost non-freezing lake in Japan, where warm water remains in the deep part of the lake and the water temperature on the lake surface does not easily drop. It is characteristic that it looks pale blue called "Lake Shikotsu Blue" when exposed to sunlight. In addition, according to the Ministry of the Environment's water quality survey, it boasts the best water quality in Japan for 11 consecutive years, and various animals and plants inhabit it. Lake Shikotsu is located in "Shikotsu-Toya National Park", which is about an hour's drive from Sapporo city, and is popular as a sightseeing and leisure spot where you can enjoy nature and hot springs while being close to the city. There are campground facilities and visitor centers in the area, where events and festivals are held and visited by many tourists and locals. Here, we are paying attention to the activities to enjoy the nature field of "Lake Shikotsu" just before the spring / summer 2019 season! Here are 3 recommended experience plans that you can cruising with canoeing and kayaking. If you are interested in SNS or want to try canoeing, please come visit us in the summer season of 2019.

What is Lake Shikotsu, an activity spot with outstanding transparency?

Before introducing the experience plan, let's check the location and access method of "Lake Shikotsu" in detail! Lake Shikotsu is as mentioned above Hokkaido It is located in Chitose City, in Shikotsu-Toya National Park. Hokkaido The Chuo Bus operates a fixed-route bus that connects Lake Shikotsu-Chitose Station-Minami Chitose Station-New Chitose Airport, but the recommended access method is by car. It is convenient for sightseeing as it is close to Chitose Airport and Sapporo, and there are roads leading to Noboribetsu, Lake Toya, and Niseko. There are many attractions and sightseeing spots around Lake Shikotsu! "Lake Shikotsu Visitor Center" where you can collect information around Lake Shikotsu, "Lake Shikotsu Onsen" where you can enjoy high-quality sodium carbonated springs, Lake Shikotsu "Lake Okotanpe" at the foot of Mt. Hokkaido The largest open outlet mall, Chitose Outlet Mall Rera, is visited by many people along with Lake Shikotsu. And events are held in each season. Above all, the "Chitose / Lake Shikoku Ice Festival" held in winter is a sight to see. The ice objects made by spraying the water of the Chitose River flowing from Lake Shikotsu with a special sprinkler and freezing it are the main characters of the event.

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1. [Summer] Clear kayak tour [Lake Shikotsu, Chitose City, Hokkaido]

[Lake Shikotsu, Hokkaido] Come empty-handed! (Spring/Summer) Experience the beauty of Japan's top-class lakes and rivers in a clear kayak with a transparent bottom! Free photos on the tour

Nature Activity Center Ocean Days Lake Shikotsu Main Store

Ishikari / Sorachi / Chitose

10,000 circle 8,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

Discount campaign in progress!

4.6
(48 reviews and experiences)

Come empty-handed! 10,000 people experience the facility every year! Experience the natural beauty of Japan's top-class lakes and rivers in a transparent kayak, the first of its kind in Hokkaido! You'll also receive a free photo of your tour! *Lockers, changing rooms, and foot towels are available at the on-site shop. *We have been certified as a tour business approved store by the Ministry of the Environment and are a member of the "JSPASUP

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《Tour period》
[Summer] April-September
<< What is included in the price >>
Guide fee, kayaking experience / equipment rental, dry suit (winter), insurance fee, consumption tax
《Age of participation》
4 to 59 years old
"meeting time"
① 9:30 (end 11:30)
② 12:30 (end 14:30)
③ 15:00 (end 17:00)
Please contact us for buses and after hours
★ August 2018 only ★
① 7:00 (end 9:00)
② 9:00 (end 11:00)
③ 11:00 (end 13:00)
④ 13:00 (end 15:00)
⑤ 15:00 (end 17:00)
《Time required》
2-3 hours
"The meeting place"
Guest House Shikotsu Kamui

The first plan I would like to introduce is "Nature Activity Center Ocean Days (" Hokkaido This summer-only canoe tour provided by "Chitose City Shikotsuko Onsen Extra Area)". The biggest feature of this tour is that you can board a kayak with a clear bottom! You can clearly see the topography of fish, the bottom of the lake and large stones ♫ The transparency exceeds 30 m in the water, the white flowers and aquatic plants of the natural monument Chitose Baikamo grow in the summer, and when there are many fish, you can see a school of 1000 fish. .. There is also a service where you can take pictures during the tour, but personally it is a clear kayak, so I would like to take pictures of the underwater situation and scenery myself. If you want to experience it in winter, you need to wear a dry suit to protect yourself from the cold, but in summer you can wear easy-to-move clothes such as quick-drying shirts and pants, and shoes or sandals with heels! This tour is only available in the summer from April to September, so don't miss this season! Now, in a nice discount campaign, adults (for 2 or more people) / person 8,000 yen is 7,000 yen.

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2. [Hokkaido, Lake Shikotsu] Kayaking & nature experience to enjoy Lake Shikotsu ☆ (2 people ~)

《Tour period》
April-October
<< What is included in the price >>
Guide fee, accident insurance, homemade banana walnut cake, special barley tea, tour photos presented to your smartphone, paddling jacket, paddling pants, wet socks rental (only in cold weather), consumption tax
《Age of participation》
4 years old ~
"meeting time"
8:45
13:15
《Time required》
3-4 hours
"The meeting place"
Otaki / Mushroom Kingdom Site

Next, I would like to introduce "Otaki Outdoor Adventures (Otaki Outdoor Adventures) Hokkaido This is a canoe activity tour where you can fully enjoy Lake Shikotsu provided by "17-3 Honmachi, Otaki-ku, Date City". First of all, the tour guide will explain the operation method and safety confirmation carefully, so even beginners and children can enjoy it with confidence ♫ After the explanation, the tour starts! A sit-on-top kayak with excellent stability and straightness, rowing into a large panorama with a circumference of 40km. You can enjoy the panoramic original scenery surrounded by active volcanoes such as Mt. Eniwa and the beauty and magnificence of the lake. In addition to canoeing, it is a great tour that you can experience snorkeling in the summer and exploring the Ninal River all year round. In addition, after arriving in the unexplored region, enjoy a tea time with a handmade banana walnut cake while gazing at the spectacular view! It's a particularly nice service for women and children. The belongings are almost the same as other canoeing experiences, but there are plenty of rental items (charged) and empty-handed packs (fully equipped), so you can experience with confidence. Hokkaido You can fully enjoy the nature and Lake Shikotsu blue ♪

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3. [Winter] Clear kayak tour [Lake Shikotsu, Chitose City, Hokkaido]

[Lake Shikotsu, Hokkaido] Come empty-handed! (Winter tour) Experience the beauty of Japan's top-class lakes and rivers in a clear kayak with a transparent bottom! Free photos on the tour

Nature Activity Center Ocean Days Lake Shikotsu Main Store

Ishikari / Sorachi / Chitose

9,000 circle 8,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

Discount campaign in progress!

5.0
(4 reviews/testimonials)

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《Tour period》
[Winter] November-March
<< What is included in the price >>
Guide fee, kayaking experience / equipment rental, dry suit (winter), insurance fee, consumption tax
《Age of participation》
4 years old ~
"meeting time"
★ Time changed from November 2017 ★
① 9:30 (end 11:30)
② 12:30 (end 14:30)
《Time required》
2-3 hours
"The meeting place"
Guest House Shikotsu Kamui

Lastly, I would like to introduce "Nature Activity Center Ocean Days (" Hokkaido This is a canoe tour provided by "Chitose City Shikotsuko Onsen Extra Area". The tour introduced at the beginning is limited to summer, but this is a winter limited tour from November to March. Held twice a day, you can also enjoy a canoeing experience with a clear kayak. The attraction of this tour is the spectacular view from winter to early spring! In spring, the thaw begins and new thaw water flows into Lake Shikotsu. Winter is a season with outstanding transparency, and it is characterized by being seen up to 30m below. As a measure against the cold, you need fleece, jersey top and bottom, and thick socks under the rental dry suit. Knits that hide your ears, ear hooks, and snow gloves (ski / snowboard gloves) are also essential items. It may be cold during the activity, but how about Marukoma Onsen, which was founded 100 years after the tour? The open-air bath that flows directly from the source warms your cold body. The open-air bath outside is a valuable hot spring that changes depending on the tide level of Lake Shikotsu. After the tour, you will get a half-price ticket for a day trip bath, so please go out together ♫

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Finally

Hokkaido ・ We introduced a canoeing experience tour of Lake Shikotsu, but how about it? Since Lake Shikotsu is a lake, the water surface is calm and it is not easily affected by the wind, so even beginners of outdoor sports, children and the elderly can enjoy it with confidence. (Please check the age of participation for each tour) Canoeing rarely gets wet, and there is no need to rent tools or change into swimwear, so you can feel free to experience it. Please check the address and phone number of each facility, as well as regular holidays and business hours on the relevant website or telephone in advance. Also, please note that the schedule may change due to the weather and other circumstances! It's a popular activity, so please make a reservation for the tour as soon as possible ♫ Please visit to see the beautiful Lake Shikotsu Blue ♪

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