Comparison of recommended courses and popular reservation rankings for guided tours of the Shiretoko Five Lakes
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Shiretoko Five Lakes Guided Tour Reviews and comparisons of recommended plans and popular reservation rankings We will thoroughly introduce courses such as small loops and large loops.
In addition, Tour duration, best season, recommended time of day, whether you can enjoy the tour without a guide, etc. Let's check out the information together.
table of contents
- 1 Popular ranking of Shiretoko Five Lakes guided tours
- 2 Recommended plan for the Shiretoko Five Lakes guided tour
- 3 Best season for guided tours of the Shiretoko Five Lakes
- 4 Duration of the Shiretoko Five Lakes Guided Tour
- 5 Shiretoko Five Lakes Guided Tour Hours
- 6 What are the Shiretoko Five Lakes?
- 7 Can I visit the Shiretoko Five Lakes without a guide?
- 8 Feature articles recommended by the editorial department
Popular ranking of Shiretoko Five Lakes guided tours
First of all, based on the latest reservation data from Activity Japan, Shiretoko Five Lakes Guided tour popularity ranking "We would like to introduce you to "
Enjoy the nature of Shiretoko, a World Heritage Site A variety of guided trekking tours for beginners are popular We are collecting.
Tour contents and fees (prices), Check out the reviews and testimonials Please use this to help you compare plans.
- 4.9
- (13 reviews and experiences)
This trekking tour covers all of the Shiretoko Five Lakes, a designated special protected area of Shiretoko National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, including the elevated boardwalk. This is a groundbreaking forest adventure experience, the first of its kind in Japan, where licensed guides guide you through areas inhabited by brown bears. In addition to the lakes, you can also enjoy seasonal sights such as Ezo deer, Ezo red foxes, wild birds, alpine plants, and autumn leaves.
- 4.8
- (18 reviews and experiences)
The Shiretoko Five Lakes are a representative tourist spot in Shiretoko and are definitely worth a walk. A certified guide will lead you through a course of about 3km with little elevation change. You can walk while looking for traces of animals and feeling the rich nature of Shiretoko. The lake surrounded by virgin forest is a very quiet and attractive field. ***Guided tour schedule***◆5/10-7
- 5.0
- (4 reviews and experiences)
The Shiretoko Five Lakes are a scenic spot that represents Shiretoko. Surrounded by virgin forest, you can walk around all five of the mystical lakes on the ground walkway and elevated boardwalk. Walk through the forest where numerous wild animals and plants live and experience the majestic nature of Shiretoko up close.
[Hokkaido, Shiretoko] Guided walk through the Shiretoko Five Lakes
- 5.0
- (1 review/experience)
Shiretoko's most popular tourist destination is the Shiretoko Five Lakes. Take a walk with a guide through the forests of Shiretoko, where the natural environment of the area has remained since prehistoric times. As you tour the five mystical lakes, you can look for traces of wild animals such as brown bears and Ezo deer, as well as enjoy a variety of spectacular views. On windless days, the Shiretoko mountain range is reflected in the mirror-like lakes. The scenery is breathtakingly beautiful. Take a walk
- 5.0
- (1 review/experience)
A nature guide will take you deep into the pristine nature of Shiretoko. By walking with a nature guide, you can see the mechanisms of nature that you have never noticed before and get closer to the heart of the World Heritage Site of Shiretoko. Why not spend a luxurious time in the great outdoors on a Shiretoko guided tour? We offer free binoculars rentals for everyone on our guided tours. Binoculars
- 4.8
- (4 reviews and experiences)
You can walk around Lake Two and Lake One of the Shiretoko Five Lakes on a ground walkway, and then return via an elevated boardwalk. While walking along the walkway, you can observe the nature that changes with the seasons. You can mainly observe Ezo deer and wild birds. Roads and walkways may be closed due to brown bears, snowfall, storms, etc. If we know of a closure in advance, we will contact you by mobile phone and you can return if you wish.
[Hokkaido, Shiretoko] Enjoy the rich nature of Shiretoko! Shiretoko 1-day guided tour
- 4.9
- (14 reviews and experiences)
Everyone wants to visit Hokkaido in the summer at least once. We will take you on a leisurely one-day tour of the naturally rich "Okhotsk" region of Hokkaido. The theme of the Shiretoko area is "Fully Enjoy Nature." In the morning, you will take a guided walk around the Shiretoko Five Lakes, walking through the representative fields of Shiretoko. You will be transported to a restaurant in Utoro for lunch. The remaining half of the day will be spent trekking through the primeval forest. You will walk along animal trails and see cliffs and
- 5.0
- (3 reviews/stories)
Why not spend a luxurious time surrounded by nature on a guided tour of Shiretoko? We offer free binoculars rentals for all of our guided tours. This is a guided tour where you can use binoculars to closely observe the wild animals, wild birds, plants and flowers that inhabit the Shiretoko World Heritage Site.
Shiretoko Five Lakes (Lake 1 & Lake 2) and Kamuiwakka Hot Springs Tour
- 5.0
- (2 reviews/experiences)
Shiretoko's most scenic spot. After exploring Lakes 1 and 2 of the Shiretoko Five Lakes, which are five small lakes dotted among the virgin forest, we will walk through the hot spring river to Kamuiwakka Hot Spring Waterfall, famous for its hot spring water, and climb three waterfalls to reach Waterfall 4. Kamuiwakka no longer allows you to freely enter the river. You must apply in advance, attend a lecture, and wear a helmet and mountain stream shoes.
- 4.8
- (11 reviews and experiences)
This trekking tour covers all of the Shiretoko Five Lakes, a designated special protected area of Shiretoko National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, including the elevated boardwalk. This is a groundbreaking forest adventure experience, the first of its kind in Japan, where licensed guides guide you through areas inhabited by brown bears. In addition to the lakes, you can also enjoy seasonal sights such as Ezo deer, Ezo red foxes, wild birds, alpine plants, and autumn leaves.
Recommended plan for the Shiretoko Five Lakes guided tour
" Shiretoko Five Lakes Which guided tour is best? I think many people are confused about which plan to choose for their reservation, such as:
If you are having trouble choosing a plan, The recommended method is to refer to reviews and word-of-mouth ratings from users. is.
Below are some of the activities carefully selected by the Activity Japan editorial team: Recommended plan for the Shiretoko Five Lakes guided tour "We will introduce you to "
- 4.9
- (13 reviews and experiences)
This trekking tour covers all of the Shiretoko Five Lakes, a designated special protected area of Shiretoko National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, including the elevated boardwalk. This is a groundbreaking forest adventure experience, the first of its kind in Japan, where licensed guides guide you through areas inhabited by brown bears. In addition to the lakes, you can also enjoy seasonal sights such as Ezo deer, Ezo red foxes, wild birds, alpine plants, and autumn leaves.
- 4.8
- (18 reviews and experiences)
The Shiretoko Five Lakes are a representative tourist spot in Shiretoko and are definitely worth a walk. A certified guide will lead you through a course of about 3km with little elevation change. You can walk while looking for traces of animals and feeling the rich nature of Shiretoko. The lake surrounded by virgin forest is a very quiet and attractive field. ***Guided tour schedule***◆5/10-7
- 5.0
- (4 reviews and experiences)
The Shiretoko Five Lakes are a scenic spot that represents Shiretoko. Surrounded by virgin forest, you can walk around all five of the mystical lakes on the ground walkway and elevated boardwalk. Walk through the forest where numerous wild animals and plants live and experience the majestic nature of Shiretoko up close.
[Hokkaido, Shiretoko] Guided walk through the Shiretoko Five Lakes
- 5.0
- (1 review/experience)
Shiretoko's most popular tourist destination is the Shiretoko Five Lakes. Take a walk with a guide through the forests of Shiretoko, where the natural environment of the area has remained since prehistoric times. As you tour the five mystical lakes, you can look for traces of wild animals such as brown bears and Ezo deer, as well as enjoy a variety of spectacular views. On windless days, the Shiretoko mountain range is reflected in the mirror-like lakes. The scenery is breathtakingly beautiful. Take a walk
- 5.0
- (1 review/experience)
A nature guide will take you deep into the pristine nature of Shiretoko. By walking with a nature guide, you can see the mechanisms of nature that you have never noticed before and get closer to the heart of the World Heritage Site of Shiretoko. Why not spend a luxurious time in the great outdoors on a Shiretoko guided tour? We offer free binoculars rentals for everyone on our guided tours. Binoculars
Best season for guided tours of the Shiretoko Five Lakes
You can enjoy the dynamic natural scenery of Hokkaido. Shiretoko Five Lakes "
" When is the best time to visit the Shiretoko Five Lakes? Many people may be researching the best season to go, such as:
If you want to enjoy the natural scenery and observation of the flora and fauna of the Shiretoko Five Lakes, Spring, summer and autumn are the best seasons to visit is.
During these green seasons, Guided tours accompanied by instructors are held and are popular with tourists. We are collecting.
on the other hand, Snowy scenery of the Shiretoko Five Lakes in winter This is the time to enjoy the park. (The promenade is closed in winter.)
Drift ice icebreaker and drift ice walk If you want to combine this with a drift ice tour, winter is also a recommended season. is.
Duration of the Shiretoko Five Lakes Guided Tour
Shiretoko Five Lakes On the promenade, Two courses called the large loop and the small loop There is.
Visit all the lakes from Lake One to Lake Five The "Great Loop" is about 3 kilometers long and takes about 3 hours to complete. .
Tour around Lake I and Lake Niko, including an elevated boardwalk The "short loop" is about 1.5 kilometers long and takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes. is.
Course distance and duration
| course | Distance per lap | Travel time |
|---|---|---|
| Large Loop | 3 kilometers | 3 hours |
| Small Loop | 1.5 kilometers | 1 hr 30 min |
Tours accompanied by certified guides will take into account the above times. Time for reception, lectures, explanations, etc. will be added will be done.
For details, please refer to the Shiretoko Five Lakes tour you wish to book. Please check the plan details page please.
Shiretoko Five Lakes Guided Tour Hours
Shiretoko Five Lakes The time slots for entering are generally From 8:00 to 18:00 is.
The promenade and elevated boardwalk are made up of a large loop and a small loop. Admission times vary depending on the area There may be cases where this is the case.
Also, Opening times vary depending on the season and bear activity periods. There are also cases.
Brown bears are active in this season. From May to October, it is mandatory to join a tour accompanied by a certified guide. It is attached.
What are the Shiretoko Five Lakes?
Located in Shiretoko National Park in Shari Town, Hokkaido, the "Ichi Lake, Ni Lake, San Lake, Shi Lake, and Go Lake" consists of five large and small lakes. Shiretoko Five Lakes (Shiretokogoko) "
The fantastic scenery surrounded by untouched forest areas is One of the Eight Scenic Views of Shiretoko, a UNESCO World Heritage Site is.
The circumference of the " Ground Walkway " and the 800-meter long " Elevated boardwalk " has been developed and visitors can enjoy strolling around.
Spectacular views of the Sea of Okhotsk and the Shiretoko Mountain Range, as well as observations of flora and fauna unique to Hokkaido A place where you can experience the overwhelming beauty of nature Many tourists visit as a
Can I visit the Shiretoko Five Lakes without a guide?
Shiretoko Five Lakes The ground walk is self-guided. Individual walks are also possible is.
However, if you are enjoying a walk on your own, You need to follow the following steps: Masu.
Application for authorization to enter → Screening → Lecture → Permission
Application for entry authorization must be made on the day Shiretoko Goko Lakes Field House or download the materials in advance and bring them with you This will be done in the form of
on the other hand During winter and bear activity, only guided tours are permitted. will be done.
For those who are visiting the Shiretoko Five Lakes for the first time outside of the above seasons, We recommend joining a guided tour I will.
*The contents of this article are current as of July 2025.
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