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[Hokkaido, Otaru] Snowshoeing in the Forests of Otaru <Half-Day (Morning/Afternoon) - Beginners Welcome - Includes Instruction>
Booking confirmed 1 day(s) after ordering
Duration:4 hour(s)
Service language: English / Japanese
Free cancellation up to 14 day(s) in advance
- Specialized equipment is provided for free!
- Meeting point is accessible by public transport! Free shuttle service available
- Small group tours for personalized support
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Product Info
- Otaru is one of Hokkaido's most iconic tourist destinations. Just a short distance from the city center, you will find vast, snow-covered wilderness. Equipped with snowshoes, a nature guide will lead you through the winter forests of Otaru. From fluffy powder snow and animal tracks to bird watching and snow slides, the winter forest is full of fun activities. With snowshoes, you can walk anywhere, even in deep snow where you normally could not enter. No experience or special skills required. Everyone from children to seniors can easily enjoy this activity. During the tour, we will set up a simple tent for tea time! Enjoying a hot drink in the middle of the great outdoors is an exceptional experience. We provide free shuttle service to and from Otaru Station. This is a half-day tour available in two sessions, morning and afternoon. This tour is highly recommended for those who want to experience snowshoeing in Hokkaido. This guided tour can be given in English.
- Specialized equipment is provided for free!
- Essential equipment such as snowshoes and poles are provided for free rental. In addition to the above, goggles, waterproof/insulated outerwear, and waterproof/insulated snow boots are available for rent for an additional fee. If you would like to rent these items, please inform us of the sizes and quantities for each gender when booking. The paid rental fees below are per item. Ski Goggles (One size): 500 JPY Insulated/Waterproof Outerwear Set (S-LL sizes): 2,000 JPY Insulated/Waterproof Boots (21-29 cm): 2,000 JPY
- Meeting point is accessible by public transport! Free shuttle service available
- We provide free shuttle service from in front of Otaru Station. You can participate using public transportation. Pick-up from accommodation near Otaru Station is also available.
- Small group tours for personalized support
- Tours are conducted in small groups to ensure attentive support. We operate with a maximum of 2 groups and a capacity of 5 people. As a COVID-19 precaution, we have placed alcohol disinfectant and disposable masks inside the shuttle vehicle.
The forest is a powder snow paradise!
Tea time in the forest!!
Includes lectures by a professional guide.
You might even spot a long-tailed tit!
Animal tracking
What You Can Expect
Duration: 4 hour(s)
1 Day
- 08:30Full itinerary (Morning session). ① After meeting up, travel to the activity site. (20 min) ② Snowshoeing instruction at the entrance. (15 min) ③ Snowshoeing experience. Tea time included along the way (over 2.5 hours) ④ After the activity, shuttle back to Otaru Station. Estimated arrival around 12:15.
- 13:30Full itinerary (Afternoon session). ① After meeting up, travel to the activity site. (20 min) ② Snowshoeing instruction at the entrance. (15 min) ③ Snowshoeing experience. Tea time included along the way (over 2.5 hours) ④ After the activity, shuttle back to Otaru Station. Estimated arrival around 17:00.
Purchase Notice
Questions about booking:
- Question 1: If you have any chronic illnesses or allergies, please let us know in advance.
- Question 2: If you are bringing children, please let us know their ages.
Regarding cancellation of the event:
- Tours may be canceled before departure due to weather conditions or other force majeure reasons. In such cases, we will contact you as soon as possible. If the tour is canceled for the above reasons, there will be no cancellation fee. In addition, depending on weather conditions and other circumstances, we may change the course or schedule to ensure the safety of our guests. Please note that we cannot provide refunds, including all expenses, even if the original purpose of the tour is not achieved as a result.
Please note the following when participating in this course:
- During the activity, the guide will do their best to ensure safety, but there are various dangers involved in outdoor activities, such as falls, falling rocks, falling snow, and falling branches. Guests are asked to be fully aware of the risks associated with outdoor activities before participating. The guide may not be held responsible for any accidents that occur during the activity.
Includes/Excludes
- Guide fee, rental snowshoes and stocks
- Snacks, lunch, transportation to the meeting place
Reminders
Participant age: 7 to 80 years old
Clothing and belongings: What to bring: - Backpack (approximately 20-30 liters) - Snacks - Lunch - Drinking water/water bottle - Sunglasses or ski goggles Clothing - Winter shoes or waterproof shoes - Ski wear or winter mountain outerwear (top and bottom) - Warm clothing (fleece, sweater, etc.) - Thick socks - Winter hat (knit or other winter type) - Winter gloves (thin and medium-thick)
Rental equipment: Specialized equipment such as snowshoes and poles are available for free rental. In addition to the above, goggles, waterproof and cold-resistant outerwear, and waterproof and cold-resistant snow boots are available for rental, but at an additional cost. If you would like to rent additional items for a fee, please let us know the size and quantity for each gender when you register. The rental fees listed below are per item. Ski goggles (one size fits all): 500 yen Warm and waterproof outerwear set (S-LL sizes): 2,000 yen Warm and waterproof shoes (21-29cm): 2,000 yen
Total time: Approximately 3 hours Snowshoeing experience: Approximately 2.5 hours Transportation to the experience location: Approximately 30 minutes round trip
Minimum number of participants: 1 person
Meeting Point
Location Name: 2-22-15 Inaho, Otaru City
Address: 2-22-15 Inaho, Otaru CityHow to Get There
・Meeting Time:
Morning Session
Otaru Station 8:30
Afternoon Session
Otaru Station 13:30
・Meeting Point:
In front of Otaru Station or at accommodation near the station
Experience Location
Location Name: 2-22-15 Inaho, Otaru City
Address: 2-22-15 Inaho, Otaru CityHow to Get There
By car:
Approximately 1 hour from central Sapporo
Parking available (fee required)
By train:
Approximately 1 hour by train from Sapporo Station
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations 14 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- For cancellations made 8 to 13 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
- For cancellations made 2 to 7 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
- For cancellations made 1 to 1 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 80% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
NOTE
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once your refund request is confirmed, KKday will initiate the refund to your original payment method within 15 days. The actual refund timing depends on your card-issuing bank’s policy.
