Overview
Shiretoko/ Abashiri
Available Daily
English, Japanese
Pick-up available
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What to expect
Spend half day snow shoe trekking toward the magnificent frozen waterfall. After your time outdoors, select from either smelt fishing or bird watching for a full day of winter fun!
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Full Day Snow Shoe and Nature Exploration Tour in Abashiri
Total:
Price per Adult :
Adult (Age 13 & over)
USD 97.96
Total:
Adult (Age 13 & over)
USD 97.96
Price per Adult :
■Tour Season：
Jan 18. 2025～Mar 9. 2025
■Duration: 8 hours
■For ages 12 and up
Elementary school (Age 10-12)
USD 78.37
Overview
Available Daily
English, Japanese
With pick-up
Inclusions: English-speaking assistant / Japanese-speaking guide / Activity fee
Schedule
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Pick-up at Your Requested Location in Abashiri
08:30
Begin Tour
Ice Floe and Frozen Waterfall
Go on an adventure with snow shoes out to see the ice floe and a magnificent view of a frozen waterfall. During your tour, you may spot some wild birds and animals for an enjoyable time in Hokkaido.
Lunch (Not Included)
Your guide will take you to a local restaurant of your choice.
Please note that not all types of meals can be accommodated.
Select One of the Two Activities Below For the Remaining Half
Bird Watching
Take your binoculars to go out into the woods to spot some massive birds of prey in their natural habitat. Your guide will drive you around to the points for a comfortable tour.
Smelt Fishing
Drill a hole in the ice to catch some fresh smelt that you can taste on the spot as a tasty tempura!
16:20
End Tour
Drop-off at Your Requested Location in Abashiri
Location
Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location
Abashiri City (Hotels, Rest stops, JR Abashiri Station) - Customer requested location
Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location
Location
Pick-up time & location
Abashiri City (Hotels, Rest stops, JR Abashiri Station) - Customer requested location
Location, direction and description
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The pickup time will be determined the day before your participation, but the time listed in the email from VELTRA the day prior is only an estimate. The exact details will be communicated directly via a call from the guide's mobile phone after the evening of the day before.
*Please note that some areas are not eligible for pickup.
Non-pickup areas: Abashiri Ubaranai area, Kitahama area, Masuura area, Memanbetsu Airport, etc.
Important activity information
To ensure the best experience, please read the restrictions and requirements before booking.
Important activity information
Restrictions
- Participation is limited to children in 5th or 6th grade and above.
- You may not participate in this tour if
- Your body weight is over 100 kg.
- You cannot walk without assistance.
- You cannot go up and down steps.
- You have trouble keeping yourself balanced. - If you have a history of severe conditions related to the circulatory, respiratory, or nervous systems, please make sure to report your medical condition and the names of any medications you are currently taking in advance. On the day of the activity, please bring your medication with you. Depending on your medical condition and physical state on the day, participation may be declined.
Other requirements
- The pickup time will be determined the day before your participation, but the time listed in the email from VELTRA the day prior is only an estimate. The exact details will be communicated directly via a call from the guide's mobile phone after the evening of the day before.
- Please make sure to use the restroom before gathering, as there will be no restroom facilities available during the experience.
Required items to bring & attire
- We recommend wearing ski or snowboard gear. (If you don’t have these, wear waterproof and water-repellent outerwear, such as a rain jacket and pants.)
*For those who don’t have either, rental wear is available. - A Cap that covers your ears & gloves.
- High-cut waterproof trekking shoes or hiking boots that cover your ankles (having gaiters or spats for hiking is even better).
- 【Rental Items Available】
Insulated waterproof outerwear (jacket with padding + overpants) (for a fee)
Rubber boots (free of charge)
*Please note that quantities and sizes are limited.
*Please apply through the options section. - Lunch Fee
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- This tour is operated in Japanese with basic English guidance.
- Since this is a nature-based activity, drift ice cannot be guaranteed.
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Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 00:00 local time, 7 business days to 00:00 local time, 3 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 20% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 00:00 local time, 3 business days to 18:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 18:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Operation days
- Everyday
Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 00:00 local time, 7 business days to 00:00 local time, 3 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 20% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made between 00:00 local time, 3 business days to 18:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 18:00 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
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Restrictions
- Participation is limited to children in 5th or 6th grade and above.
- You may not participate in this tour if
- Your body weight is over 100 kg.
- You cannot walk without assistance.
- You cannot go up and down steps.
- You have trouble keeping yourself balanced. - If you have a history of severe conditions related to the circulatory, respiratory, or nervous systems, please make sure to report your medical condition and the names of any medications you are currently taking in advance. On the day of the activity, please bring your medication with you. Depending on your medical condition and physical state on the day, participation may be declined.
Required items to bring & attire
- We recommend wearing ski or snowboard gear. (If you don’t have these, wear waterproof and water-repellent outerwear, such as a rain jacket and pants.)
*For those who don’t have either, rental wear is available. - A Cap that covers your ears & gloves.
- High-cut waterproof trekking shoes or hiking boots that cover your ankles (having gaiters or spats for hiking is even better).
- 【Rental Items Available】
Insulated waterproof outerwear (jacket with padding + overpants) (for a fee)
Rubber boots (free of charge)
*Please note that quantities and sizes are limited.
*Please apply through the options section. - Lunch Fee
Other requirements
- The pickup time will be determined the day before your participation, but the time listed in the email from VELTRA the day prior is only an estimate. The exact details will be communicated directly via a call from the guide's mobile phone after the evening of the day before.
- Please make sure to use the restroom before gathering, as there will be no restroom facilities available during the experience.
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- This tour is operated in Japanese with basic English guidance.
- Since this is a nature-based activity, drift ice cannot be guaranteed.
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Full Day Snow Shoe and Nature Exploration Tour in Abashiri
Spend half day snow shoe trekking toward the magnificent frozen waterfall. After your time outdoors, select from either smelt fishing or bird watching for a full day of winter fun!
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