update:2019.4.14

A famous place for rafting in Hokkaido! Experience the torrent of the Sorachi and Shisorapuchi rivers! Introducing 3 popular experience tour plans!

Interesting words in this article: Hokkaido Furano / Biei / Tomamu Rafting

As early as this year, April is almost over and we are about to enter Golden Week. The cherry blossom season has passed in the Kanto region, and the warmth of the day has become more prominent. However, there is still a time when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom in the Japanese archipelago. It's Hokkaido. The forecast for cherry blossoms has been announced on April 26th in Hakodate and April 28th in Sapporo, just before the 10th consecutive holidays. The northern land, which turns cherry-colored during Golden Week, seems to be more popular than ever.

In Hokkaido, the recommended land from April to May is Furano City. When you hear Furano, many people think of the TV drama "Kita no Kunikara" first. Many people have longed to live quietly in an environment rich in nature. Furano, where you can enjoy beautiful scenery comparable to the world of drama, has a valuable scene that can only be seen from the end of April to the end of May. The reason is that the cherry blossoms and the lavender fields are in full bloom at the same time. There are many Instagram-worthy flower lands and lavender gardens, and you can see the magnificent rural scenery and beautiful flower fields. The well-known observatory and ropeway where you can see them at the same time are also popular, and it is a tourist spot that is not a problem for photography.

Therefore, this time, we will integrate with the nature of Furano City and enjoy 120% sightseeing in the river activity " Rafting Introducing the carefully selected plan!

What is Sorachi River?

Furano is famous as an area with abundant nature in Hokkaido. Mountain activities are very active, and there are a wide variety of activities such as canoeing, river fishing, horse riding, paragliding, and hot air balloons. In the warmer months of early spring, many outdoor enthusiasts begin to appear for river activities. With its river activity, the event that is proud of its unabated popularity is " Rafting "is.

"Sorachi River" is a place where you can enjoy going down the river in Furano. The Sorachi River is a river in the mountains that remains untouched in its natural state. There are few houses and man-made objects around the river, and it is exciting to be surrounded by nature. Rafting The best environment for you to enjoy. The amount of water in the Sorachi River is increasing in early spring as the meltwater of Daisetsuzan flows in. Therefore, it is exciting Rafting It will be a tour.

The upper part of the Sorachi River is called "Shisorapuchi River" in Ainu language, and it is said that it is derived from the meaning of "real Sorachi River". This is also a river with abundant water sources, and of course Rafting It is a famous place to enjoy. Many anglers love it as a river fishing spot because you can catch rainbow trout and rainbow trout that live in an environment with good water quality.

You can fully enjoy the river in this beautiful water quality of the Sorachi River. Rafting Let's carefully select and explain the experience plan.

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1. [Furano, Hokkaido] ≪OK from 5 years old ♪ ≫ Sorachi River Rafting-Enjoy Hokkaido's best nature-

[Furano, Hokkaido] ≪OK from 5 years old ♪ ≫ Sorachi River Rafting-Enjoy Hokkaido's best nature-

FUN outdoor activities

Furano / Biei / Tomamu

6,600 Yen ~ (tax included)

4.6
(7 reviews and testimonials)

The untouched, pristine landscape and the transparency of the river are among the best in Hokkaido. It is a rafting course on the Shisorapuchi River upstream of the Sorachi River. You can take a rubber boat with 3 to 8 people and spend about 1.5 to 2 hours to experience the course of about 7 km thrillingly and leisurely. Rest assured that our experienced staff will guide you safely.

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《Tour period》
April 19-October 27
<< What is included in the price >>
Experience guide fee, equipment rental, insurance, consumption tax
《Age of participation》
5 to 70 years old
"meeting time"
・ 9:00
・ 13:30
* Please gather at least 10 minutes before the start time.
《Time required》
2-3 hours
"The meeting place"
816-6 Ochiai, Minamifurano-cho, Sorachi-gun, Hokkaido
"FUN Rafting Center"
MAP code 608 726 860
From Furano, take Route 38 toward Tomamu, look at JR Ochiai Station on your left, turn left at the intersection with a rafting sign 800m ahead, and 400m ahead on your left.
Please feel free to contact us as we will give you directions to the meeting place by phone. (TEL: 0167-57-3535)

At the "Shisorapuchi River" upstream of the Sorachi River Rafting It is a course. Take a rubber boat as a group and go down the course of about 7 km with an experience time of 1.5 to 2 hours. Since the meltwater of Daisetsuzan flows into the "Shisorapuchi River", you can have a thrilling experience at the point where the amount of water is increasing, and you can relax and enjoy the great outdoors at the point where the flow is quiet.

The target age for participation in the plan is 5 to 70 years old, and up to 7 people can ride on one boat, so it is perfect for family trips. Of course, even those who are not confident in swimming are okay. Equipped with life jackets and life jackets to prevent sinking Rafting So you can enjoy playing in the river with confidence. In addition, an experienced guide with rescue qualifications will be on board to provide solid support.

It is a very timely plan because the holding period starts just before Golden Week. The highly transparent river and the pristine landscape are one of the most beautiful in Hokkaido, so please experience it for yourself!

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2. [Hokkaido / Minamifurano] Shisorapuchi River headwaters rafting

《Tour period》
April-October
<< What is included in the price >>
Experience fee, equipment rental fee, insurance fee, consumption tax
《Age of participation》
6-70 years old
"meeting time"
9:30
13:30
《Time required》
2-3 hours
"The meeting place"
Furano Nature Club "Ochiai" Office

About an hour's drive from Furano, at a place called "Ochiai", you can see the headwaters of the Sorachi River. Rafting It is a program to experience. The Sorachi River has the characteristics of each season, such as "torrent in spring, clear stream in summer, and autumn leaves", and it differs in each season. Rafting Can be enjoyed. Rafting The boat seats 4 to 8 people, so it's a full-fledged activity that's perfect for groups traveling in groups.

The "Furano style" is a river rafting where everyone can work together to row through the points of wild and stoic torrents. Since there are many torrent points during Golden Week, the river guide will ride on the boat and provide support in consideration of safety. The sense of unity and the excitement of achievement that you will get after rowing together will be a unique memory. Experience the thrill and nature at the same time while enjoying a refreshing time playing in the water!

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3. [Sorachi River Minamifurano River Boat] Moonlight rafting (only available days)

《Tour period》
April 23-October 31 (possible days only)
<< What is included in the price >>
・ Mobile minibus
·driver
・ Inflatable boat guide for rafting
·paddle
・ River helmet
・ PFD (buoyancy vest)
・ Wet boots
・ Dry suit
・ Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance
《Age of participation》
6-65 years old
"meeting time"
* Meeting time required Confirmation 19:00 to 22:00 The time changes every day
The tour will be disbanded at a later date after midnight. Please check your accommodation before you come.
(You can also take a nap at Rakukeisha's Abaraya. \ 500)
《Time required》
2-3 hours
"The meeting place"
Please gather at the "gravel vacant lot at the JR Ochiai station entrance signalized intersection".
The staff will pick you up about 10 minutes before the start time.

Very rare in this plan Rafting You can experience it. That is ... what! It's a river descent in the moonlight at night time! A special that cannot be experienced in normal time Rafting Only "Rakukeisha" offers this plan on the tour. Such a little luxurious "petit rare" Rafting Tours. It is a very limited and strict participation condition that it is held within 5 days from the 3rd to the 16th night before the full moon, and it is held only when the weather conditions are calm on the moonlit night. However, if you can take this adventure tour, you will surely make the first memories of your life. Go down the river in the moonlight Rafting Is highly recommended as it is rarely experienced.

Since it is held at night, dry suits and wet suits will be prepared in consideration of the coldness and coldness of the water. This is included in the basic price, so I'm happy! So, if you have a swimsuit and shoes that you can get wet as your belongings and clothes, and a change of clothes at the end, you do not need anything else. In addition, the staff will pick you up at the entrance of JR Ochiai Station by car, so you can rest assured even at night.

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Finally

What did you think. The river activity on the Sorachi River is famous, but it is also known as a little-known spot. While enjoying nature with much effort Rafting If you do, there is no doubt that you can enjoy Furano many times more than in a crowded place! Hokkaido can be crowded during the summer months, so it may be best to go during Golden Week.

At this time when cherry blossoms, lavender, and tulips are really beautiful, please enjoy a lot of water in the river while sightseeing and return to your childhood and refresh yourself. The usual little tiredness is absorbed by the great nature and disappears ♪

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