Things to do in Central Hokkaido

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 07:00 / 09:00 / 11:30 / 13:30 / 15:00 / 17:00

This tour takes you to the Blue Cave while learning about Otaru's hidden nature, history, and culture! We'll guide you to the Blue Cave aboard a boat. Because it's an all-weather boat (with a cabin), you won't be splashed by the waves! Enjoy a comfortable cruise even on rainy days! The boat also has an open deck where you can feel the sea breeze. Even small children and seniors can enjoy the ride with peace of mind. The acclaimed captain, with over 40 years of experience, will also be a charming and entertaining guide! ****************************************[Recommended Points] ★A hilarious guide from our acclaimed captain ★An all-weather comfort small cruiser boat, so you won't be splashed by the waves! ★Open attraction deck available! ★No need for a raincoat, just wear regular clothes! ★Enjoy the cruise even on rainy days! ★English-speaking guides available ★As soon as all passengers have gathered, we'll board and depart immediately! ****************************************Guides are available in both Japanese and English. *To prevent rockfalls, we have stopped allowing visitors to enter the cave. However, we will guide you to the cave, and you can enjoy the Blue Cave from the entrance.

• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 0～Age 85
• 1～2 hours
• 08:50 / 10:40 / 12:30 / 14:20 / 16:00 / 17:40

The original! Otaru Blue Hidden Land Cruise Tsuusen Co., Ltd. Departing from Otaru Canal, a fun guided 70-minute cruise will fly you through the Otaru Canal and Otaru Kaigan Quasi-National Park, stopping the boat at various points. The refreshing open boat is great for taking photos! The seagull feeding experience is also popular. All seats are by the window and have individual captain seats that rotate 360° for excellent visibility and comfort! *Entry to the cave will be prohibited from July 19, 2025 due to falling rocks.

• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• For Family

• Age 6～Age 75
• 1～2 hours
• 09:00 / 09:30 / 11:00 / 12:30 / 13:00 / 15:00 / 15:30

★Stand-up paddleboarding tour on Lake Shikotsu, boasting Japan's best water quality★ Capture your memories in the best possible light with drone photography! Fishing equipment, snorkels, and nets are available for free rental! This tour is suitable for both beginners and experienced SUPers! Reservations are accepted until 10:00 PM the night before! ----------------◼︎ Tour Hours: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM (Times may vary depending on the day). ----------------◼︎ Tour Schedule & Participation Requirements: This tour is for elementary school students and older. ・Number of participants: 2-8 people. Reservations are accepted for single participants. This tour will be conducted in conjunction with other groups. *If you wish to participate with a group of 8 or more, please contact us before booking. ・Pregnant women are not permitted to participate. ・Those who are hungover, have been drinking, or are not feeling well may be asked not to participate. ----------------◼︎ Meeting Point: In front of Lake Shikotsu Boathouse Location Information ↓https://maps.app.goo.gl/nMRRFD7Eo1AVg1UNA----------------◼︎ Parking: Morapu No. 2 Parking Lot (Please refrain from using No. 1 Parking Lot)----------------◼︎ What to Bring & What to Wear: Clothes you don't mind getting wet (※1) (Wearing a swimsuit or other attire will help the tour start smoothly.) Sandals, bath towel, and cash of 700 yen per person (Since you will be leaving from the campsite, a facility usage fee will apply.) ※1: About Clothes you don't mind getting wet: [Summer Season] Guests will be asked to wear their own clothing. We recommend wearing a swimsuit, quick-drying T-shirt, and shorts. [Spring & Fall Season] We rent dry suits, so please bring your own quick-drying T-shirt and underwear to wear underneath. ----------------◼︎ What's included in the tour price? Guide, full SUP equipment, life jacket, dry suit, wet shoes, and photography. We also provide some fishing equipment, nets, and snorkels, but due to limited stock, we may not be able to provide enough for everyone. ----------------..If you have any other questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us even before booking. ▼Official LINE https://lin.ee/aYR2EBe▼Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hokkaido_journey/..

• For Rainy Days

• Age 1～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 09:15 / 11:15 / 13:45 / 15:45

Take a high-speed boat tour of the Otaru Blue Cave. The boat is covered, so you won't get wet even in light rain or waves. There are ample seats for those concerned about sunburn, and there are bench seats so you can sit next to your children. Enjoy the unique experiences of speed, thrills, and excitement, while visiting the Otaru Aquarium, a famous rock climbing spot, the remains of a Showa-era amusement park, and a 100-meter cliff before arriving at the entrance to the Blue Cave. Perfect for taking photos of the cave and Mado-iwa Rock! The Prolomarine boat is also the only one that allows you to move around the boat, allowing you to capture photos from the angle you want. The blue color of the water in front of the cave changes depending on the weather and season. On clear, calm days, you can even see wild sea urchins up close next to the cave. This exciting activity cruise, with its spectacular views only available from the ocean side, is a hugely popular tourist spot in Otaru. Don't miss this opportunity! The reliable cruise and feeding of seagulls are popular. On July 17th at around 2pm, a part of the upper part of the entrance to the Blue Cave collapsed. Until it is confirmed to be safe, we will not be entering the cave and have changed the itinerary so that you can view the cave from the outside.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 6～Age 75
• 1～2 hours
• 17:30

★Sunset SUP Tour at Lake Shikotsu, Surrounded by Mountains★ Watching the sun set and the magic hour from a SUP will blow away your everyday worries! You'll also receive free drone footage! Reservations are accepted until 10:00 PM the night before! (For same-day reservations, please contact us via our official LINE or Instagram DM.) ----------------◼︎ Tour Time: Approximately 30 minutes before sunset to 30 minutes after sunset. We will meet approximately one hour before the scheduled sunset. ----------------◼︎ Tour Requirements: This tour is for elementary school students and older. ・Number of participants: 2-8 people. Reservations are accepted for single participants. This tour will be conducted in conjunction with other groups. *If you wish to participate with a group of 8 or more, please contact us via Inquiry before booking. ・Pregnant women are not permitted to participate. ・Those who are hungover, have been drinking, or are not feeling well may be asked to refrain from participating. ----------------◼︎ Meeting Point: In front of Lake Shikotsu Boathouse Location Information ↓https://maps.app.goo.gl/nMRRFD7Eo1AVg1UNA----------------◼︎ Parking: Morapu No. 2 Parking Lot (Please refrain from using No. 1 Parking Lot)----------------◼︎ What to Bring & What to Wear: Clothes you don't mind getting wet (※1) (Wearing a swimsuit or other attire will help the tour start smoothly.) Sandals, bath towel, and cash of ¥700 per person (since you will be leaving from the campsite, a facility usage fee will apply.) ※1: Clothes you don't mind getting wet: [Summer Season] Participants will be required to wear their own clothing. We recommend a swimsuit, quick-drying T-shirt, and shorts. As the temperature drops in the evening, it is a good idea to bring a windbreaker (that you don't mind getting wet) to wear on top. [Spring & Fall Season] We rent drysuits, so please bring your own quick-drying T-shirt and underwear to wear underneath. What's included in the tour price? Guide, full SUP equipment, life jacket, dry suit, wet shoes, and photography. If you have any other questions, please feel free to contact us before booking. ▼Official LINE https://lin.ee/aYR2EBe▼Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hokkaido_journey/

• For Rainy Days

• Age 1～Age 80
• 1～2 hours
• 17:45

Otaru Blue Cave Attraction Cruise on a high-speed boat! This great value plan includes the same Blue Cave cruise as during the day, plus a sunset cruise if the weather is clear. During the summer, the light is strong, so the cave remains a beautiful blue even after 6pm!! All photos shown are from the evening tour, with no editing required. The overall brightness changes on the way there and back, and you can even see the sunset, so there are plenty of photo opportunities. There are only a few companies that offer sunset tours, so this is recommended for those with ample time. ★Around 2pm on July 17th, a portion of the top of the Blue Cave entrance collapsed. Until safety is confirmed, we have changed the itinerary so that you will not be allowed inside the cave, but will instead view the cave from outside.

• For Rainy Days

• Age 0～Age 127
• 1～2 hours /Over 6 hours on the day
• 07:00 / 09:00 / 11:30 / 13:30 / 15:00 / 16:30 / 17:00

Enjoy a special and luxurious time with your partner, family, or group. This tour takes you to the Blue Cave while listening to stories about Otaru's hidden nature, history, and culture! You will be guided to the Blue Cave while remaining on board the boat. Because it is an all-weather boat (with a cabin), you won't be splashed by the waves! You can enjoy a comfortable cruise even on rainy days! The boat also has an open deck space where you can feel the sea breeze. Small children and the elderly can board with peace of mind. The acclaimed captain, who has over 40 years of experience, will provide a humorous guide that will have you laughing until the very end! Guides are available in both Japanese and English. *Entry into the cave is prohibited to prevent rockfalls inside the cave. You will be guided to the cave, and you can enjoy the Blue Cave from in front of the cave entrance.

• Date Spot
• For Groups
• For Family

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

Even if you are a first-time canoeist, you can go canoeing down the Mimi River. It is a wonderful field that is hard to find even in Japan. The guide will ride in a separate canoe from the customer, and you will be the only one to steer the canoe and leisurely go down through the wetlands where there are many waterfowl. During the tour, you can learn about the history of the Mimi River and the Ainu, and other stories unique to this area, while canoeing and learning from the guide. The field is near New Chitose Airport, and the Mimi River can be seen from the sky when planes take off and land. This is a recommended tour that is perfect for a honeymoon or family trip that you can remember every time you visit Hokkaido in the future. "The tour was fun, but we don't have any photos!!" "We came together, but we don't have any photos of the two of us!!" During the tour, we will give away photos taken with a single-lens reflex camera to anyone who wants them. [Tour Recommendations 1.2.3] ① The river flows slowly, and even at its deepest, it is only about waist-deep for adults, so it is a very shallow river, so you can rest assured. You will not be sharing the canoe. ② There are surprisingly few travel photos! ! Gateway Tours will give you digital photos of your tour! You cannot take photos of yourself in a canoe from inside the canoe. Photos taken in a canoe are memories that will last a lifetime. This service is only available at Gateway Tours! It's worth participating just for the photos. ③You can rest assured that your guide is an outdoor master guide certified by the Hokkaido Prefectural Governor, and also has other guide qualifications, rescue qualifications, and first aid qualifications. *If you are participating with your family or alone, please apply from another plan. https://activityjapan.com/search/?addressAndKeyword=Gateway+Tours

• Date Spot
• Pickup Service
• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• For Groups
• Summer Campaign Sale 2025

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

To be honest, it is difficult to find a place to take an activity tour by yourself. Gateway Tours can only accept one person per tour. (This is not a private tour as it is held at the same time as other tours.) It is many times more difficult to operate a Canadian canoe by yourself than it is to operate it with two people. For this reason, you will basically ride in the guide's canoe. The benefits are that you can leisurely go down the river, take photos and videos with your own camera, ask the guide various questions, and listen carefully to the stories of the field. Also, depending on the conditions on the day (mainly the wind direction), you can try a single-seater canoe in a separate boat from the guide. During the tour, you can learn about the history of the Mimi River and the Ainu, and stories unique to this area from the guide, and of course you can canoe while learning. The field is near New Chitose Airport and there is a free shuttle, so many people use it at the beginning or end of their trip, or during their free time on a business trip to Hokkaido. During the tour, we will give you free photos taken with a single-lens reflex camera to those who wish. [Recommended] ① You can participate by one person! ! ②Surprisingly few travel photos!! Gateway Tours will give you digital photos of your tour taken with a single-lens reflex camera!! Canoeing photos are lifelong memories. This service is only available at Gateway Tours! It's worth participating just for the photos. ③You can rest assured that your guide is a Hokkaido Governor-certified outdoor master guide, and also has other guide qualifications, rescue qualifications, and first aid qualifications.

• Pickup Service
• With Pets
• For Rainy Days
• Summer Campaign Sale 2025

• Age 0～Age 100
• 1～2 hours
• 06:00 / 10:00 / 13:30 / 16:00 / 17:00

This is a plan limited to Douminwari (Hokkaido residents discount). In this day and age, everything is increasing in price. Hotel rates and activity tours are also increasing in price. It has become difficult for Hokkaido residents to travel to Hokkaido. We hope that customers in Hokkaido will learn about the good things about Hokkaido, so we will offer a price that is easy to participate in (up to 33% discount). (Example) For two adults, the usual price of 15,000 yen is 11,000 yen, a 4,000 yen discount. For two adults and two elementary school students, the usual price of 22,000 yen is 17,000 yen, a 5,000 yen discount. *Please show your identification on the day of the event, or live in Hokkaido. If you live outside of Hokkaido but attend a school or company in Hokkaido, we will apply if you have proof of identity. Even if you are a customer who is canoeing for the first time, you can go down the river right away on the Mimi River. It is a wonderful field that is hard to find even in Japan. The guide will ride in a separate canoe from the guests, and the guests will be the only ones who will be steering the canoe, leisurely descending through the wetlands where there are many waterfowl. During the tour, the guide will tell you about the history of the Mimi River and the Ainu, as well as stories unique to this area, and you will be able to experience canoeing while learning as well as canoeing. "The tour was fun, but I don't have any photos!!" "I came all the way here, but I don't have any photos!!" During the tour, we will give away photos taken with a single-lens reflex camera to those who request them for free. [Recommended] ① The river flows slowly, and even at its deepest, it is only about waist-deep for adults, so it is a very shallow river, so it is safe for children. ② There are surprisingly few travel photos!! Gateway Tours will give you digital photos of the tour taken with a single-lens reflex camera!! You cannot take photos of yourself in a canoe from inside the canoe. Tour photos of you on a canoe will be a lifelong memory! This service is only available at Gateway Tours! It is worth participating just for the photos. ③ The guide is a Hokkaido Governor-certified outdoor master guide, and has other guide qualifications, rescue qualifications, and first aid qualifications, so you can rest assured. We also have staff who hold childcare qualifications. *You can rent one or two canoes and everyone can ride together without worrying about other customers. *Families with large numbers of people or especially large parents or children may be asked to board two boats.

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