☆ World Natural Heritage · Shiretoko ☆ Snow Trekking 3 Hour Course View of the cliffs leading to the primeval forest and Shiretoko Cape
- Beginners welcome - First try
- Empty-hands OK
- Solo participant
- Operate rain or shine
- Children welcome
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Possible number of bookings1～10
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Participating age7Age ～ 69 Age
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Duration2～3 hours
Walk through the virgin forest on snowshoes and view the cliffs that stretch all the way to Cape Shiretoko. You can see waterfalls flowing into the Sea of Okhotsk, giant icicles, and, depending on the season, drift ice. You can mainly observe Ezo deer and wild birds. You may also see eagles, woodpeckers, and flying squirrels, which are protected species of birds. In the event of a blizzard or other bad weather, we will contact you via your mobile device and, depending on your preference, we will cancel the tour or reschedule the tour after the weather improves.
Snowshoes (Western Kanjiki) are compatible with shoes from approximately 14 cm to 28 cm. Unlike mountain climbing, you don't walk on steep slopes, so it's perfect for beginners. If there is no snow due to abnormal weather, we will walk without using snowshoes.
It is a rich forest where you are almost guaranteed to see sika deer and small birds, and it is easy to see foxes and woodpeckers. If you're lucky, Steller's sea eagles and white-tailed eagles, which are designated as natural monuments, may soar above you, hunting in the sea of drift ice. The nocturnal Ezo flying squirrel is also in its breeding season from February to March, so it can sometimes be seen during the day.
This is the only trekking course where you can see Cape Shiretoko. There are no roads or mountain trails to Cape Shiretoko, a special protection area. It is a place where you can experience the dynamism of the earth, where the drift ice that travels south of the Sea of Okhotsk creates the cliffs of the Shiretoko Peninsula.
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Basic fee
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| Reservation cancellation fee generation date | Cancellation fee will be charged from 1 days before the event date. |
| About cancellation | In case of cancellation or change, please contact us immediately via e-mail or website. If canceled due to customer's convenience, the following cancellation fee will be charged. From 17:00 the day before to the day: 100% of the experience fee |
| About event termination | On the day of weather and disaster, there is the case that the tour is not held by the appearance of a wild animal. Also become a stop from coming to local not possible to respond to compensation, such as travel expenses. We kindly ask for your understanding. |
Detailed information of this plan
| Required minimum number of participants | 2 Person(s) |
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| Possible number of bookings | 1～10 |
| About duration |
2～3 hours
Please contact us if you wish to change the time due to the bus. You may be able to adjust it.
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| Operating period | 2024/12/01〜2025/3/31 If there is no snow due to abnormal weather, etc., we will walk without using snowshoes. |
| Assembly time | ①9:10②10:50③12:50※Please choose the time you would like to attend when applying. If you would like to attend at a different time, please contact us. |
| Booking deadline | until 16:59 the day before |
Plan attractions
Herd of sika deer You can almost certainly meet sika deer. It depends on your luck how many you can see and how many you can meet.
You may meet animals in nature Various birds and animals live here.
Drift ice season Drift ice visits the Sea of Okhotsk from late January to March. If the wind blows from the sea, the drift ice will come to the shore.
Flying squirrel Although it is nocturnal, it is often active during the daytime around March.
Cliff to Cape Shiretoko If it is fine, you can see the cliff that leads to Cape Shiretoko.
Access - Map
Shiretoko nature center front entrance
About 10 minutes from Utoro Onsen About 2 hours via Route 334 from "Memanbetsu Airport"
10 minutes from Utoro by bus (check the operating period and conditions) or taxi. About 1 hour by bus from JR Kushiro Main Line "Shiretoko Shari Station". Rental cars are also available in Shari and Utoro.
Rental cars are available at the airport, Abashiri Station, Shari and Utoro. Memanbetsu Airport-Utoro Onsen Airport Liner operates for a limited time. The night coach Eagle Liner from Sapporo goes straight to Utoro Onsen.
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Q. Hi there, are all the plans available in English language?
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Guides speak some English on all tours.
I hope you enjoy nature in Shiretoko.
Activity Provider of this plan
- Winter sports (snow activities) Winter sports / Snow activities Snow shoes/Snow trekking Sightseeing tour/Guided tour Guided tour Eco-tourism Nature observation / Creature observation Guided tour Mountain sports (mountain activities) Adventures (Trekking / Caving / Climbing) Trekking Hiking /walking Sports/Fitness
Selling points regarding safety
About nature experience programs during the new corona countermeasure period ・All experience programs during the new corona countermeasure period will be held outdoors.・Guides will use face shields and masks as needed.・Guides thoroughly manage their health and frequently wash their hands, gargle, and disinfect.・Rental equipment will be disinfected after use.・We have a laser thermometer.・Participants, date and time are recorded.・Disinfectants and spare masks are available. To customers ・Please be in good physical condition before participating.・Participants should keep their distance from each other.・Please use a mask if necessary.・Please wash and disinfect your hands frequently.
| Insurance information | Hokkaido Outdoor Guide Liability Insurance |
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| License and Qualifications | Hokkaido Outdoor Master Guide, Shiretoko Five Lakes Registered Guide |
| Member organizations and associations | Shiretoko Guide Council, Shiretoko Nature Conservation Society |
| Number of staff | 3 people |
| Number of instructors | 2 people |
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