Where does the Sorachi River begin and end? A comprehensive introduction to popular activities!

Where does the Sorachi River begin and end? A comprehensive introduction to popular activities!
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This page introduces the rivers that flow through the Furano area of Hokkaido. Sorachi River Special feature on Sorachigawa (pronounced "sorachigawa")!

Popular activities include rafting held upstream, A comprehensive introduction to help you enjoy the Sorachi River I will.

In addition, Where is the Sorachi River? Directions and access map Let's check them all together.

Popular ranking of Sorachi River activity experience tours

First of all, based on the latest reservation data from Activity Japan, Sorachi River Popular activity experience tour ranking "We would like to introduce you to "

The name of the Sorachi River is " Rafting ", " Canoe/Kayak (Ducky) Recommended plans such as " are ranked.

Tour contents and fees (prices), Check out the reviews and testimonials Please use this to help you compare plans.

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We expect many reservations and inquiries for each plan during weekends, holidays, Golden Week, summer vacation, Silver Week, and other long holiday seasons. We recommend that you check the availability of your schedule and make reservations early.
1 Rank

[Hokkaido, Minamifurano] If you want to have fun in Furano and Tomamu ♪ Sorachi River Rafting Free photo data! OK for ages 5 and up!

Raft&Crew Outdoor Company.
Furano, Biei, Tomamu
6,500 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (5 reviews and experiences)

While enjoying the great outdoors of Hokkaido, let's go down the Shisoraputi River, the source of the Sorachi River, which has the cleanest water in Japan, with your family and friends, and work together to complete the thrilling course, splashing with waves and slipping through rocks! In the midst of lush nature, you can enjoy the clean, clear air to your heart's content as you go down the thrilling course for 7km. Sometimes you can even dive or swim.

2 Rank

[Hokkaido, Furano] Safe for small children! Smile Rafting ★ Half-day plan ★

Leisure Guide Playhouse Furano
Furano, Biei, Tomamu
5,500 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 4.6
  • (4 reviews and experiences)

Why not try rafting on the Sorachi River in Furano with your family? The course is gentle, so even small children and those who are worried about rapids can feel safe. Splashing in the water, getting in the river, and having fun playing in the river with your family.

3 Rank

[Hokkaido, Minamifurano] Minamifurano Rafting Tour ♪ Autumn Special Discount ♪ Free Photo Day ♪ Shisoraputi River, popular for rafting "Safe, fun and beautiful nature"

Earth Outdoor Tours
Furano, Biei, Tomamu
6,600 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 4.9
  • (7 reviews and experiences)

Rafting on the Shisorapti River (also known as the Sorachi River), with high quality equipment and very professional guides, at the best affordable price. This is a very popular river for rafting in Furano, Minamifurano and Tomamu. Recommended for couples, friends and families. Hoshino Resort Tomamu (17km), Furano Station (51km), Roadside Station Minamifurano or

4 Rank

[Hokkaido, Furano] <Ages 5 and up OK> Sorachi River Rafting - Enjoy Hokkaido's best natural scenery

FUN outdoor activities
Furano, Biei, Tomamu
6,600 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 4.6
  • (7 reviews and experiences)

The untouched, natural scenery and clear water of the river are among the best in Hokkaido. This is a rafting course on the Shisoraputi River, upstream of the Sorachi River. Three to eight people board a rubber boat and take a 1.5 to 2 hour, 7 km course, for a thrilling yet relaxed experience. Our experienced staff will guide you safely, so you can rest assured.

5 Rank

[Hokkaido, Furano] Enjoy the great outdoors of the Sorachi River! Ducky ★ Half-day plan ★

Leisure Guide Playhouse Furano
Furano, Biei, Tomamu
6,600 Yen ~ (tax included)

Let's try ducky riding on the Sorachi River in Furano! You will be the one to operate the two-seater boat! Don't worry, the guide will accompany you in a separate ducky. Enjoy the great outdoors of the Sorachi River as you row in unison!

6 Rank

[Hokkaido, Furano] *Meet in Furano* Go down the rapids! Rafting experience ★ Half-day plan ★ Drinks included

Leisure Guide Playhouse Furano
Furano, Biei, Tomamu
7,150 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 4.5
  • (3 reviews/stories)

Come and enjoy rafting on the Sorachi River in Furano! Unlike family rafting, this is a dynamic activity that takes you down the rapids of Hokkaido's wilderness. Working together to paddle and control the boat is sure to strengthen team unity! An experienced guide will accompany you, so even first-timers are welcome to join us.

7 Rank

[Hokkaido, Furano] Relaxing river rafting (private short tour)

Wokkys
Furano, Biei, Tomamu
5,800 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 4.9
  • (8 reviews and experiences)

Take a leisurely trip down the Sorachi River on a raft boat.

8 Rank

<Junior high school students and above> A full-scale river boat ride that will ignite your inner child! Ducky

FUN outdoor activities
Furano, Biei, Tomamu
7,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

Duckies are rubber boats that can carry one or two people. It's an activity where you can enjoy rowing down the river by using a paddle. The Sorachi River alternates between rapids and slow currents, so even beginners can enjoy it! In places with a gentle current, you can play balance games, drift with just your body, jump in, and enjoy plenty of fun on the river! You're sure to have a lot of fun and return to your childhood!

9 Rank

[Hokkaido, Minamifurano] {*Meet on site*} Sorachi River source tent sauna experience

Leisure Guide Playhouse Furano
Furano, Biei, Tomamu
24,200 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (1 review/experience)

Experience a tent sauna at Shisola Puchi River in Minamifurano Town. The cold water bath is in the river! Bathing in the open air in nature is something special! A guide will accompany you, so you can feel safe and secure. Enjoy a relaxing time in the tent sauna without being disturbed by anyone.

10 Rank

[Hokkaido, Furano] Fishing

Leisure Guide Playhouse Furano
Furano, Biei, Tomamu
6,600 Yen ~ (tax included)

Enjoy fishing in a tributary of the Sorachi River that runs through Furano City. In addition to natural rainbow trout, char, and white-spotted char, you can catch Dolly Varden trout, which only lives in Hokkaido, if you're lucky. We use artificial salmon roe as bait, so even women who don't like handling live bait can feel free to join us. Come and play with natural mountain fish in the clear streams of the northern land.

Recommended activities, leisure, experiences and fun on the Sorachi River

" Sorachi River So what activities can you enjoy? "or" How to enjoy the Sorachi River? I'm sure there are many people who are researching information such as "

At the Sorachi River and its surrounding areas, you can experience the magnificent nature of Hokkaido. Rafting and other outdoor activities You can enjoy.

Below are some of the activities carefully selected by the Activity Japan editorial team: Recommended activities, leisure, experiences and fun on the Sorachi River "We will introduce you to "

Rafting

Where does the Sorachi River begin and end? A comprehensive introduction to popular activities!

The outdoor activities that represent the Sorachi River are Rafting "is.

There are courses that take you down the rapids of the upper reaches, and courses that let you enjoy the tranquil, clear waters. An experience tour that can be enjoyed by both children and adults will be held And it is gaining popularity.

Recommended Plans

[Hokkaido, Furano] <Ages 5 and up OK> Sorachi River Rafting - Enjoy Hokkaido's best natural scenery

FUN outdoor activities
Furano, Biei, Tomamu
6,600 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 4.6
  • (7 reviews and experiences)

The untouched, natural scenery and clear water of the river are among the best in Hokkaido. This is a rafting course on the Shisoraputi River, upstream of the Sorachi River. Three to eight people board a rubber boat and take a 1.5 to 2 hour, 7 km course, for a thrilling yet relaxed experience. Our experienced staff will guide you safely, so you can rest assured.

[Hokkaido, Furano] Sorachi River Rafting Tour (half-day course) No.1 in popularity

Flying Dolphins Adventure Services
Furano, Biei, Tomamu
6,600 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (3 reviews/stories)

★Rafting in Furano, Hokkaido☆ The "Sorachi River" that flows from the Daisetsu Mountain Range is the upper reaches of the Sorachi River (also called the Shisorapuchi River). This area is home to the "huchen", a fish that only lives in clean rivers. You will ride a large, sturdy rubber boat down the beautiful, crystal clear Sorachi River for about 7km. Rafting is most exciting from late April to mid-May, when the water level rises due to the melting snow.

[Hokkaido, Minamifurano] Minamifurano Rafting Tour ♪ Autumn Special Discount ♪ Free Photo Day ♪ Shisoraputi River, popular for rafting "Safe, fun and beautiful nature"

Earth Outdoor Tours
Furano, Biei, Tomamu
6,600 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 4.9
  • (7 reviews and experiences)

Rafting on the Shisorapti River (also known as the Sorachi River), with high quality equipment and very professional guides, at the best affordable price. This is a very popular river for rafting in Furano, Minamifurano and Tomamu. Recommended for couples, friends and families. Hoshino Resort Tomamu (17km), Furano Station (51km), Roadside Station Minamifurano or

Canoe, Kayak, Ducky

Where does the Sorachi River begin and end? A comprehensive introduction to popular activities!

You can enjoy the great outdoors of the Sorachi River from the same level as the water. Canoe, Kayak, Ducky "

In the Sorachi River, Go down the river while enjoying the natural scenery of each season Experience tours that allow visitors to enjoy the above activities are gaining popularity.

Recommended Plans

<Junior high school students and above> A full-scale river boat ride that will ignite your inner child! Ducky

FUN outdoor activities
Furano, Biei, Tomamu
7,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

Duckies are rubber boats that can carry one or two people. It's an activity where you can enjoy rowing down the river by using a paddle. The Sorachi River alternates between rapids and slow currents, so even beginners can enjoy it! In places with a gentle current, you can play balance games, drift with just your body, jump in, and enjoy plenty of fun on the river! You're sure to have a lot of fun and return to your childhood!

[Hokkaido, Furano] Kayaking down the river (private tour)

Wokkys
Furano, Biei, Tomamu
10,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

Kayak tour down the Sorachi River

SUP

Where does the Sorachi River begin and end? A comprehensive introduction to popular activities!

You can enjoy cruising by standing on a board and paddling. SUP "

In the Sorachi River, in the Kamiashibetsu area, The Lake SUP tour held at Lake Kanan is popular. We are collecting.

Recommended Plans

[Hokkaido, Ashibetsu] Lake Kanan (Lake Kanan) Relaxing Lake SUP Tour (half-day course)

Flying Dolphins Adventure Services
Furano, Biei, Tomamu
8,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

This is a tour where you can do SUP at Lake Kanan, located just before the dam on the Sorachi River. The flow of the river is very gentle, so even beginners can enjoy it. You can experience SUP on a quiet lake where no other tours are conducted except by Flying Dolphins. This is a tour that even beginners can enjoy. This is the best activity to do this summer ♪ ♪

River fishing/Mountain stream fishing

Where does the Sorachi River begin and end? A comprehensive introduction to popular activities!

The Sorachi River and its tributaries are River fishing/Mountain stream fishing It is also a popular spot.

Wild rainbow trout, char, and white-spotted char If you're lucky, you might even be able to catch a Dolly Varden trout, which only lives in Hokkaido!

Recommended Plans

[Hokkaido, Furano] Fishing

Leisure Guide Playhouse Furano
Furano, Biei, Tomamu
6,600 Yen ~ (tax included)

Enjoy fishing in a tributary of the Sorachi River that runs through Furano City. In addition to natural rainbow trout, char, and white-spotted char, you can catch Dolly Varden trout, which only lives in Hokkaido, if you're lucky. We use artificial salmon roe as bait, so even women who don't like handling live bait can feel free to join us. Come and play with natural mountain fish in the clear streams of the northern land.

Tent sauna

Where does the Sorachi River begin and end? A comprehensive introduction to popular activities!

At Shisoraputi River, a tributary of the Sorachi River that runs through Minamifurano Town, you can enjoy nature in the midst of Tent sauna You can enjoy.

Private sauna for rent Enjoy the ultimate sauna and open-air bathing with a sense of privacy.

Recommended Plans

[Hokkaido, Minamifurano] {*Meet on site*} Sorachi River source tent sauna experience

Leisure Guide Playhouse Furano
Furano, Biei, Tomamu
24,200 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (1 review/experience)

Experience a tent sauna at Shisola Puchi River in Minamifurano Town. The cold water bath is in the river! Bathing in the open air in nature is something special! A guide will accompany you, so you can feel safe and secure. Enjoy a relaxing time in the tent sauna without being disturbed by anyone.

What is the Sorachi River?

Where does the Sorachi River begin and end? A comprehensive introduction to popular activities!

This is a first-class river whose source is Mount Karifuri in the southeastern part of Minamifurano Town, Sorachi District. Sorachi River (Reading: sora chigawa) "

The origin of the name Sorachi River is "So-rap-chi-pet" means "multi-layered waterfalls" in the Ainu language. is.

Where does the Sorachi River begin and end?

It flows through Minamifurano Town, Furano City, Kamifurano Town, Nakafurano Town, Ashibetsu City, Akabira City, and Takikawa City. The longest and widest drainage area among the tributaries of the Ishikari River system It is a river with

Sorachi River The source is Ochiai, Minamifurano Town It is located in the area and flows into the Shisorapti River, Pankeyara River, Tomamu River, and other rivers.

The surrounding area is rich in nature, An area with thriving industries such as agriculture and tourist experience activities is.

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How to get to the Sorachi River

Sorachi River The location and address of the upstream part is: Ochiai, Minamifurano-cho, Sorachi-gun, Hokkaido .

Doto Expressway, Approximately 10 minutes by car from Tomamu IC Located at.

Below, we will cover the upper reaches of the Sorachi River. Approximate travel time when accessing by car We have summarized the following.

  • Doto Expressway, Tomamu IC → Upper Sorachi River (Time required: approx. 10 minutes)
  • Sapporo city → Upper Sorachi River (Time required: approx. 2 hours)
  • Furano city → Upper Sorachi River (Time required: approx. 1 hour)

*The content of this article is current as of November 2024.

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