Ishikari/Sorachi/Chitose in Canoe

• Age 6～Age 75
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 10:30 / 13:30

[Chitose River Cruise] It's about a 20-minute drive from New Chitose Airport, and you'll be surprised to see such rich nature in such a place... The Chitose River makes you think so. You'll go down with a guide while watching the fish peeking out of the crystal clear water and the small birds flying through the trees. We'll talk about a lot of things, such as Hokkaido's wildlife and vegetation, Ainu culture, and the history of development, while enjoying the breeze of nature. [Short course only available in winter] Chitose in winter is below freezing even during the day! It's extremely cold, but there are many beauties that can only be seen in such a harsh environment. The course is a canoe tour of about 2.5 kilometers from under the highway overpass that runs through the town of Chitose to the area near the Chitose City Sports Center! The snowy scenery spreads out on the riverbank with a good view, and wild deer gather along the quiet river, and you can see salmon running upstream, which is becoming a symbol of the Chitose River, until around February! The experience lasts 30 to 40 minutes, and it takes about an hour from meeting to disbanding. *The tour may vary depending on the weather and river conditions on the day. *Most tours are conducted below freezing, so please take proper cold weather precautions. *Safety is our number one priority, so the tour may be canceled due to weather or other reasons. Please note this in advance. *The boat will be boarded at a slight incline, so you will need to have a certain level of physical ability that does not interfere with your daily life. *If you would like to participate with 3 or more people, the tour will be by boat. Please contact us if you have any questions.

• Age 6～Age 75
• Within 1 hour /1～2 hours
• 10:30 / 13:30

[Chitose River Cruise] It's about a 20-minute drive from New Chitose Airport, and you'll be surprised to see such rich nature in such a place... This is the Chitose River, which makes you think so. You'll go down with a guide while watching the fish peeking out of the crystal clear water and the small birds flying through the trees. We'll talk about a lot of things, such as Hokkaido's wildlife and vegetation, Ainu culture, and the history of development, while enjoying the breeze of nature. [Short course only available in winter] Chitose in winter is below freezing even during the day! It's extremely cold, but there are many beauties that can only be seen in such a harsh environment. The course is a short tour of about 2.5 kilometers from under the highway overpass that runs through the town of Chitose to near the Chitose City Sports Center! The snowy scenery spreads out on the riverbank with a good view, and wild deer gather along the quiet river, and you can see salmon running upstream, which is becoming a symbol of the Chitose River, until around February! The experience lasts 30 to 40 minutes, and it takes about an hour from meeting to disbanding. *The tour may vary depending on the weather and river conditions on the day. *Most tours are conducted below freezing, so please take proper cold weather precautions. *As safety is our number one priority, tours may be canceled due to weather, etc. Please note this in advance. *As the boat boarding is on a slight slope, you will need to have a certain level of physical ability that does not interfere with your daily life.

• Age 3～Age 85
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 13:30

Canoeing and kayaking are popular waterside activities. However, the threshold may be high to play alone suddenly. Also, it may be difficult for first-time players to assess the risks involved in playing in nature. This experience is a kind of boat called "inflatable kayak", and you can enjoy paddling calm rivers and flat lakes. The hull is inflatable with air, so it has excellent mobility, transportability, and storage. Inflating with air is also completed in about 5 minutes per boat with a pump that draws electricity from the cigarette lighter socket of the car. In this plan, you can enjoy an inflatable kayak experience in a private sense at "Tobetsu Owl Lake" in Tobetsu Town, a town next to Sapporo. Due to the COVID-19 environment, the number of boats per tour is limited, so it is especially recommended for families and small groups. Of course, we will give you a thorough lecture on how to maneuver the boat at the beginning, so please do not worry. However, the basics are all about paddling and learning, and you can get used to the basic movements in about 30 minutes, so you can enjoy paddling to your heart's content except for the minimum lecture. Enjoying the regenerated Ishikari River basin surrounded by nature, nature from the coast of the Sea of Japan, and dam lakes surrounded by dense forests is the best way to refresh yourself!! The chirping of birds such as this, and the movement of carp and crucian carps hiding in the roots of the reeds will surely arouse your interest. Depending on the season, you may also be able to see the white-tailed eagle, which is a natural monument. Why don't you take this opportunity to get familiar with water?

• Pickup Service
• With Pets

• Age 3～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 09:30 / 12:00 / 13:30

Canoeing and kayaking are popular waterside activities. And in the Sapporo area, which is blessed with water resources such as the Ishikari River, there are many waterfronts that you can get close to. Nonetheless, it may be difficult to play alone, and it may be difficult to assess the risks of playing in nature. This experience is a kind of boat called "inflatable kayak", and you can enjoy rowing a calm river or flat lake surface with a tool called "paddle" with a board called "blade" on both ends. The hull is designed to be inflated with air, so it has excellent mobility and transportability, and when deflated, it becomes smaller than a tent, making it a compact vehicle that can be easily transported even in a passenger car. Of course, the hull, which is the buoyancy body, has a multi-chamber structure, and even if one buoyancy cannot be secured, other buoyancy bodies will back it up, so you can enjoy it with peace of mind. In this plan, the maximum number of boats managed by the guide in charge is reduced under the environment of with corona, so you can enjoy the inflatable kayak experience almost privately. Especially recommended for families and small groups. Of course, we will give you a thorough lecture on how to maneuver the boat at the beginning, so please do not worry. Surrounded by nature, the area around the Chitose River is in harmony with nature, with red-crowned cranes inhabiting the reservoir, making it the perfect place for convenience and refreshment!! The chirping of birds, the presence of great egrets and gray herons, the movement of carp and crucian carp hiding in the roots of reeds, and the shoals of salmon that come upstream in the autumn will surely arouse your interest. During warmer months, it might be fun to look underwater with water glasses. After the experience, please relax in Naganuma Town, which is the departure and arrival base. There are many attractive foods in the town, such as delicious farm restaurants, traditional Genghis Khan, soft serve ice cream with plenty of milk. Also, it would be nice to warm up your cold body at "Naganuma Onsen", and a day camp is also recommended. (Please contact us for tent rental)

• Pickup Service
• With Pets
• For Rainy Days

• Age 18～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 06:30 / 10:00 / 13:30 / 16:00 / 17:00

Even if you are a first-time canoeer, you can go down the Bibi River straight away. It is a very wonderful field that is hard to find even in Japan. The guide will ride in a separate canoe from the customer, and the customer will steer the canoe alone and leisurely descend through the marshes with many waterfowl. During the tour, while listening to the history of the Bimi River and the Ainu from the guide, as well as learning about canoeing, it will be a tour where you can experience canoeing. In addition, sockeye salmon run upstream from late July to autumn. If you can bring it closer, you can see it from the top of the canoe. The field is near New Chitose Airport, and you can see the Bimi River from the sky when planes take off and land. "The tour was fun, but I don't have any pictures!" I'm here. [Tour recommendation 1, 2, 3] ① The river flows slowly, and even if it is deep, it is about the waist of an adult, so it is safe because it is a very shallow river. Canoes are also not carpooled. Aside from ②, there are few travel photos! ! Gateway Tours presents tour photos as data! ! You cannot take a picture of you riding a canoe from inside the canoe. A photo of you riding a canoe is a lifetime memory photo. This service is only available at Gateway Tours! The photos alone are worth attending. (3) The guides are certified outdoor master guides certified by the governor of Hokkaido, as well as other guide, rescue, and first aid qualifications. *If you are a family, please apply from [Bimikawa Kids Canoe], which is cheaper https://activityjapan.com/publish/plan/13224

• Date Spot
• Pickup Service
• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 5～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

[Chitose River Cruise] It's about a 20-minute drive from New Chitose Airport, and you'll be surprised to see such a rich natural environment in such a place... You'll go down the Chitose River with a guide, watching the fish swimming under the clear water and the small birds flying through the trees. We'll talk about a lot of things, such as Hokkaido's wildlife and vegetation, Ainu culture, and the history of development, while enjoying the breeze of nature! [Standard course] The journey is about 5.5 kilometers from the meeting point, Daiichi Usakumai Bridge, to under the highway overpass. The nature-rich Chitose River is home to wild birds such as kingfishers, crested kingfishers, and the recently popular long-tailed tit. Kingfishers sometimes even guide you... You can experience the thrill of a natural river, going over waves and passing through a tunnel of trees that protrude into the river! Of course, the guide will mainly steer the boat, so first-timers are also welcome!

• Age 1～Age 99
• 1～2 hours /2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

[Chitose River Cruise] It's about a 20-minute drive from New Chitose Airport, and you'll be surprised to see such rich nature in such a place... The Chitose River makes you think so. You'll go down with a guide while watching the fish peeking out of the crystal clear water and the small birds flying through the trees. We'll talk about a lot of things, such as Hokkaido's wildlife and vegetation, Ainu culture, and the history of development, while enjoying the breeze of nature! [A boat tour with a great sense of stability!] River touring of about 8 kilometers from the meeting point, Daiichi Usakumai Bridge, to the area near Chitose City's Sports Center! You'll go down in a wide rafting boat, so there's almost no risk of capsizing! You can stop the boat along the way to look for creatures, or you can cool off by putting your feet in the river and going down the river. Enjoy the beautiful Chitose River with peace of mind! The boat will be steered by a safe and secure guide, so it's especially recommended for those who are worried about river rafting, families with children, and those who want to take their time taking photos! The boat can accommodate up to 7 adults, or 8 people if you include children, making it a great way to make some memorable trip memories! As of 2024, this is a course where you can fully enjoy Lake Shikotsu, which boasts the second highest transparency in Japan, and the Chitose River that flows out of it. Enjoy the thrill of river rafting, including gentle sections, narrow sections, and small but wavy sections!

• Age 1～Age 99
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

[Chitose River Rafting] About 20 minutes by car from New Chitose Airport, there is such a rich nature in such a place... This is what you will think. You will go down the Chitose River with a guide while watching the fish peeking out of the crystal clear water and the small birds flying through the trees. We will talk about many things such as Hokkaido's wildlife and vegetation, Ainu culture and the history of development while enjoying the breeze of nature! [A boat tour with excellent stability!] <Standard course> River touring of about 5.5 km from the meeting point, Daiichi Usakumai Bridge, to under the expressway overpass! Since you will go down in a wide rafting boat, there is almost no risk of capsizing! You can stop the boat along the way to look for creatures, or you can cool off by putting your feet in the river and going down the river. Enjoy the beautiful Chitose River with peace of mind! The boat will be steered by a safe and secure guide, so it is especially recommended for those who are worried about river rafting, families with children, and those who want to take their time taking photos! In addition, the boat can accommodate up to 7 adults, or 8 people if you include children, making it a great way to make some great memories! As of 2024, this is a course where you can fully enjoy Lake Shikotsu, which boasts the second highest transparency in Japan, and the Chitose River that flows out of it. Enjoy the thrill of river rafting, including gentle sections, narrow sections, and small but wavy sections!

• Age 5～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 11:00 / 13:00 / 15:00

[Chitose River Cruise] About 20 minutes by car from New Chitose Airport, the Chitose River makes you think that such a rich nature spreads out in such a place. You will go down with a guide while watching the fish peeking out of the crystal clear water and the small birds flying in the trees. We will talk about many things such as Hokkaido's wildlife and vegetation, Ainu culture and the history of development while enjoying the breeze of nature! [Long Course] Canoe touring of about 8 kilometers from the meeting point, First Usakumai Bridge, to the vicinity of Chitose City Sports Center! As of 2024, Lake Shikotsu boasts the second highest transparency in Japan, and the Chitose River that flows from it. Enjoy the pleasure of river rafting, including gentle sections, narrow sections, and small but wavy sections! The guide will be in charge of the main maneuvering such as choosing the course and steering, so even those without experience are welcome!

• Age 3～Age 85
• 3～4 hours
• 09:30 / 13:30

A popular canoe and kayak for activities that can be enjoyed by the water. However, it may be difficult to play individually. Also, it may be difficult for first-time users to evaluate the risks of playing in nature. This experience is a kind of boat called "inflatable kayak", and you can enjoy paddling on a relatively flat lake surface. Since the hull is a type that can be inflated with air, it has excellent maneuverability, transportability, and storability. It is smaller than a tent when it is deflated, and it is a compact vehicle that can be easily carried by a passenger car. Moreover, the rigidity of the hull is higher than the rubber boat you can imagine, so you can stand and ride depending on how you ride. With this plan, you can enjoy inflatable kayak touring in a private sense on the north side of Bokyo Bridge of "Tobetsu Owl Lake" in Tobetsu Town, which is north of Sapporo. Under the environment of Wiz Corona, the number of boats per event is limited, so it is especially recommended for families and small groups. Of course, we will give a lecture on the basic maneuvering method, so please be assured even if you are new to the ship. Basically, it is a course that goes around the north side of the lake. You can row through landscapes like floating islands and dead trees, observe birds in shallow water, and depending on the season, white-tailed eagles live. Enjoying the dam lake surrounded by thick forests in the Aoyama area, which was originally a farmland, is also a great refreshment! The movements of carp and crucian carp will also be intriguing. Why don't you take this opportunity to get familiar with water?

• Pickup Service

• Age 3～Age 80
• 2～3 hours
• 09:00 / 12:00 / 15:00

About 4km of "Bibigawa" canoe down to the vicinity of Lake Utonai! Lake Utonai, which is famous as one of the best bird watching points in Japan, is a "sanctuary of wild birds" where you can see more than 260 species of wild birds such as migratory birds throughout the year. This plan is the only one that canoe to the vicinity of Lake Utonai!

• Pickup Service
• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups

• Age 3～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 12:00 / 15:00

The Bibi River, which flows through Chitose City, meanders down through the swamp forest and joins Lake Utonai. Would you like to go canoeing on the quietly flowing Bimi River as a field? The lush greenery that surrounds you will surely soothe your soul. The starting point is No. 2 Bibibashi Canoe Port, from which the full course goes to the vicinity of Lake Utonai, and the half course goes down to Bibigawa Tapkop Shinsui Park. *Transfer available only for full course

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups