Nara in Adventures (Trekking / Caving / Climbing)
- Age 12~Age 67
- Over 6 hours on the day
We will trek in the snowy mountains aiming for the powerful frozen Otaki "Hyobaku" and the beautiful ice art "Hyojun" that can be made in the cave! This area of the Omine mountain range is a mountainous area with low temperatures, and large waterfalls exceeding 30 meters can freeze in the extreme cold season. Depending on the conditions of the day, we will visit two or three icefalls and ice bamboo shoots. An experienced guide accompanies you and walks at a slow pace. No special mountaineering skills or experience are required, but physical strength is required to walk about 2 hours up and 1 hour 30 minutes down. In addition, this tour is for those who can prepare suitable equipment for trekking and those who love mountain climbing.
- Age 13~Age 65
- 5~6 hours
- 09:30
This tour is an adventure tour that combines the mysterious world of Shugendo with the thrill of cave exploration. There are many caves and waterfalls in the Yoshino region of Nara Prefecture, and it has long been considered a sacred place for people who practice asceticism in the mountains. You can experience the beauty of nature and the depth of history by visiting the waterfalls and caves where ancient ascetics practiced. In particular, by exploring inside a cave, you can experience the sensation of entering the womb of the earth with all five senses, touch the mysteries of nature, and refresh your mind and body while being surrounded by a ``silent and mysterious'' atmosphere. **What is Shugendo? **Shugendo is a unique religious culture that incorporates elements of Buddhism and Shintoism into traditional Japanese ascetic practices, and values a sense of unity with nature. Mountains are considered sacred places, and asceticism is carried out in nature. Ascetics are called ``Yamabushi'' and aim for spiritual growth through meditation, waterfall training (asceticism where you are hit by a waterfall), asceticism in caves, etc. Shugendo, born from gratitude for being alive amidst the blessings of nature, is based on the idea that one can be reborn once again through rigorous training in nature. Caves have also been used as training sites. 1. **Arrival at Yoiyoi Nishikawa Base and Briefing**: - After arriving at Yoiyoi Nishikawa Base, you will receive a briefing on the tour overview, safety, and the cultural significance of the places you will visit. 2. **Introduction to Dragonfly Falls Hike**: - Visit Dragonfly Falls, which was also a training site for Shugendo, located a one-minute drive from Yoiyoi Nishikawa Base. Here, you will experience the training of Shugendo and how to face nature, including waterfalls. 3. **Lunch Break**: Have lunch at the park below Dragonfly Falls 4. **Preparing for Expedition**: - Return to Yoiyoi Nishikawa Base and prepare your exploration gear. Once you are ready, you will drive in your guide's car for about 15 minutes to the parking lot near the cave. 5. **Start of cave exploration**: - After arriving at the parking lot, the cave exploration will begin. The exploration begins by searching for the entrance of the cave. Please discover the cave with your own hands. In order to enjoy the cave exploration empty-handed, your luggage will be left in the car and your guide will take care of your valuables other than your smartphone. 6. **Cave exploration**:7. **Response after cave exploration**: - Return to the same parking lot and change from your dirty equipment. 8. **Hot spring bath**: - After the cave exploration, you can enjoy a hot spring bath. We will provide face towels. Please spend some time relaxing and soothing your tired body in the hot spring. 9. **Pick-up and disbandment**:
- Age 18~Age 75
- 2~3 hours
- 10:00 / 12:30 / 15:00
This tour takes you around the historical sites and famous places of Ikaruga Town, including Horyu-ji Temple, which is registered as a World Heritage Site, and Horin-ji Temple, also known as Miidera Temple, which is associated with Prince Shotoku. There are also stops at each spot on the tour course, so you can enjoy taking pictures freely. Customers who wish can also enter the grounds of Horin-ji Temple and view the interior. (Admission fee is separate) Many Buddhist statues designated as important cultural properties are enshrined at Horin-ji Temple. Please be sure to view them. The tour uses a small 50cc buggy, so anyone with a driver's license can easily drive it. It is very easy to operate! Enjoy the scenery and fresh air of Ikaruga in a cute open-type buggy. In this plan, staff members who are familiar with the city of Ikaruga will lead the way. Please feel free to join us! *Please be sure to check* ・A driver's license is required to ride the buggy. Foreigners should bring an international driver's license and passport. ・The buggy is a one-seater. Children and people without a license cannot ride with you.・The tour may be held jointly with other participants. ・If you wish to participate alone, please contact Nara Ikaruga Tourism Waikaru.
去る11月の連休に利用した家族3人組です。元々は伊勢参りがメインだったのですが、ただ三重県往復ではつまんないという家族の強い希望があり、帰りの観光地として奈良県を選んだのですが、このバギーツアーを息子が見つけ、あっという間に決めてしまいました。とはいうものの、低い速度とはいえ、変速機能を持ったバギーを運転するのは揃って初めてだったので色々と不安がありました。置いてけぼりをくわないだろうか?また道を迷ったりしないだろうか?一番心配だったのがルート沿線の住民にこちらの慣れない運転で迷惑かけないだろうかと。。。。蓋を開けたらそれらの不安はたちまち消え去りました。なぜならガイドさんの徹底的な安全教育と未熟な運転に根気よく接してくれたのだから。おかげでツアー終盤には余裕で楽しむ事が出来ました。途中年配の団体客から羨望の目で見られた時なんかはちょっと優越した気分でした。何よりも安全第一をモットーとして接してくれたガイドさんには感謝しきれません。また、内容も古くて真新しい印象を受けました。法隆寺よりも法輪寺や法起寺の方に新しい魅力を感じましたから。何から何まで、心に残るツアーとなりました。本当にありがとうございました。
- Age 13~Age 100
- 5~6 hours
- 09:30
Annually, trekking the ice-water for midwinter only! An ice waterfall unusual in the Kansai area. I will visit "Otomine Ice Garden" to know people. A wide waterfall that spreads like a screen is worth a visit!
- Age 6~Age 100
- 4~5 hours
- 10:00
~緑いっぱいの原生林で癒しの休日~ ★普段は見過ごしがちな苔たちを、ゆっくり歩きながら観察するツアーです。 ★一見、小さくて地味ですが近づいてじっと見てみるとその美しい姿に誰もが魅せられ、おもわず苔の世界に入り込んでしまいます。 ★歩く距離は短く、険しい山道はありませんので、体力に自信がない方でも安心です。
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