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Participants paddle an inflatable raft through rushing rapids on 京都龜岡保津川下川 in 京都.
Several participants paddle an inflatable boat through foaming rapids on 京都龜岡保津川下川, Japan, during a river adventure.
Visitors wearing life jackets and helmets paddle an inflatable raft through the canyon waters of Kyoto Kameoka Hozugawa Kudari.
A participant moves through the river while two others stand on rocks during the rafting experience at 京都龜岡保津川下川.
Several passengers ride an inflatable raft downstream through a rocky gorge on the Kyoto Kameoka Hozugawa Kudari route in Japan.

Hozugawa River Rafting & Onsen | Kyoto Arashiyama


Free cancellation up to 10 day(s) in advance
Please present the e-voucher on-site

  • Hozugawa River rafting with onsen access, run by Hozugawa Kudari, Kyoto's 400-year-old river boat operator.
  • Paddle about 16 km from Kameoka to Arashiyama along the same route as the traditional boat ride.
  • Hot spring admission at Arashiyama Onsen Fufu no Yu is included, a 3-minute walk from the finish.
  • Choose a morning or afternoon session; each tour runs about 3 hours and welcomes ages 7 and up.
  • Rafts carry fixed groups of 7; bookings of 8 or more are split across 2 rafts.
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Water Activities

Water activity typeRafting

Product Info

About the Tour

This rafting tour is run by Hozugawa Kudari (Hozugawa River Boat Ride), the traditional river boat operator with a 400-year history. Paddle roughly 16 km from Kameoka, Kyoto to Arashiyama along the same route as the Hozugawa Kudari boats, on an action-packed outing full of thrills, laughter, and relaxation. After finishing in Arashiyama, you can unwind at Arashiyama Onsen Fufu no Yu before heading out to sightsee in Arashiyama.

Schedule

  • Morning session: meet at 8:30 AM, change and prepare at 8:40 AM, tour starts at 9:30 AM, estimated finish at 12:30 PM
  • Afternoon session: meet at 1 PM, change and prepare at 1:15 PM, tour starts at 2 PM, estimated finish at 5 PM

Purchase Notice

Participation Requirements

  • Open to ages 7 and up.
  • Tattoos: guests with tattoos may not be allowed into the hot spring facility. Please let us know in advance.
  • Each raft seats a fixed 7 people. Bookings of 8 or more will be split across 2 rafts. Thank you for your understanding.

Before and During the Tour

  • Typhoons and localized heavy rain: tours generally run in the rain, but the itinerary may be changed or the tour canceled due to bad weather or a swollen river.
    Note: If the tour is canceled:
    Hozugawa Kudari will contact the booking representative.
    Rescheduling or cancellation will be free of handling fees.
    Weather conditions can change quickly. If the weather is unsettled, please contact us before departure.
    If the tour has to be canceled on the day, please note that transportation costs to the site are the guest's own responsibility.
  • No participation under the influence of alcohol: drinking is prohibited for this tour.
    Anyone found to be intoxicated at check-in will be refused participation.
    Please do not drink alcohol until the tour has ended, including at lunch.
    Such cases are treated as a same-day cancellation, and the participation fee will not be refunded.
    Entering the river after drinking is extremely dangerous. We ask for your understanding and cooperation for your own safety.
  • Injuries: if you are injured during the tour, first aid will be given on site and you will be taken to a medical facility or given emergency care as needed.
    Treatment costs at medical facilities are the guest's own responsibility. Please bring a copy of your health insurance card.
    Any subsequent hospitalization costs are handled the same way, and the operator's accident insurance benefits will apply.
  • Safety participation standards: to keep the raft balanced and ensure safety in an emergency, this tour has body-size guidelines.
    Maximum equipment size: weight up to 105 kg / height up to 190 cm.
    Detailed size reference: chest 119 cm, waist 96 cm, hips 114 cm (equivalent to a 3XL wetsuit).
    Special note: if your body size is close to or exceeds the figures above, please contact Customer Support in advance to confirm the safety equipment fits before booking.
  • Required Clothing and Items

Please bring a completed participation consent form on the day.
(See the attached PDFs) Japanese, English

Notes and Other Information

For details, see the official Hozugawa Rafting website.

Includes/Excludes

  • Kameoka to Arashiyama 16km rafting fee
  • Hot spring fee
  • Personal expenses
  • Other expenses not mentioned above

How to Redeem Your Voucher

How to Use Your Voucher

  • Please present the e-voucher on-site

Voucher Redemption Period

  • The voucher must be redeemed on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration

Experience Location

Location Name: Kyoto Kameoka Hozugawa River Cruise

Address: 621-0005 2 Shimonakajima, Hozucho, Kameoka City, Kyoto Prefecture


Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations 10 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
  • For cancellations made 3 to 9 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
  • For cancellations made 1 to 2 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% 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.
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