Chitose Bibi River Canoe Experience | Hokkaido
Travel down the Bibi River (Bibigawa) in Chitose and experience the beauty and calm of nature. Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city and relax to the sounds of wildlife. Let our experienced guides accompany you throughout this 4-kilometer canoe journey through this wetland forest.
- Enjoy free airport transfers from the New Chitose Airport in Hokkaido
- Visit the famous wild bird sanctuary near Utonai Lake (Utonai-ko)
- Experience the trip with your family and pets
- Snap great photos of wildlife as you traverse through the wetland forest tunnel
Package Options
Water Activities
| Water activity type | Canoe・Kayak |
| Activity season | Summer |
| Transportation method | Get there on your own |
Product Info
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— What You Can Expect —
Experience a relaxing time in nature and discover the beauty of the Bibi River in Chitose. Paddle down that river towards Utonai Lake (Utonai-ko)ー one of the most famous wild bird sanctuaries in Japan which is only accessible by canoe. Discover the 4-kilometer river that is easily accessible to the New Chitose Airport, the largest airport in Hokkaido. Enjoy the convenience of free transfers to and from the airport.
Journey down the river in the comfort of our canoes
Snap photos of the wildlife you encounter along the way
Explore the 4-kilometer tour course
What You Can Expect
1 Day
- 8:30 am / 11:30 am / 2:30 pm- Please gather at the Hokkaido Tour Desk on the 1st floor of the Domestic Arrival Hall of New Chitose Airport if you are taking a shuttle to the venue
- 8:50 am / 11:50 am / 2:50 pm- Please arrive at No.2 Bibi-Bashi Bridge Canoe Port if you are arriving at the meeting place by yourself
- 9:00 am / 12:00 pm / 3:00 pm- Let out professional tour guide explain the precautions and safety rules of the canoe
- 9:10 am / 12:10 pm / 3:10 pm- Depart for the experience, take a canoe to enjoy the coastal scenery
- 10:35 am / 1:35 pm / 4:35 pm- Arrive at the end of the canoe course
- 10:40 am / 1:40 pm / 4:40 pm- Return to the meeting point
- 11:00 am / 2:00 pm / 5:00 pm- End of the tour, participants who wish to may take the shuttle to New Chitose Airport
Purchase Notice
- Please note that children age 3 and under are not allowed to participate
- Minors aged 18 and under must be accompanied by their guardians to participate (*Minors cannot participate alone)
- The facility will refuse participation if the participant has consumed alcohol
- A canoe can accommodate 2 to 3 adults. 2 adults and 2 children can ride in the same canoe. However, it may be necessary to split the group into two canoes sometimes
- The tour guide will travel in a staff canoe beside the guests. If you would like to share a canoe with a tour guide, please inquire in advance
- Please note that if you want to participate in the activity with your pet, the pet must wear a life jacket. Pet life jackets are available for rental. The cost is JP¥1,000 per pet, per experience. Please pay on site
- The activity time may be delayed due to weather or traffic conditions. If you wish to schedule other activities on the day, please keep this in consideration and secure enough time
- Participants arriving at the New Chitose Airport are advised to arrive at least 45 min before shuttle departure (meeting time)
- In case of taking a flight after the activity: Please take a flight that departs more than 1 hour after the end of this activity
Includes/Excludes
Reminders
Please note that activities may be canceled due to unsafe weather conditions. However, the experience is generally still conducted on rainy days
In the event of delayed flights or flight cancelations, participants can join the next time slot or on another date
Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing on the day of the event
Participants who plan to dive or play in the water are advised to wear clothes that they don't mind getting wet. They are also advised to bring a change of clothes and a towel
In the event of rain, raincoats will be rented free of charge
Please refrain from wearing jewelry and watches as we cannot be held responsible for items that are damaged or lost
Participants will be asked to sign a consent form before the activity
Please note that the insurance provided is liability insurance only. The coverage is applicable in the event of an injury or accident. However, it does not apply to injuries or accidents caused by the guests themselves
How to Redeem Your Voucher
How to Use Your Voucher
- Please present your e-voucher and passport on-site
Validity Period
- The voucher must be used on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration
Meeting Point
Location Name: Meeting place: Hokkaido Tour Desk on the 1st floor of the Domestic Arrival Hall of New Chitose Airport (新千歳空港 1階 国内線到着ホール 北海道ツアーデスク)
Address: New Chitose Airport, Bibi, Chitose City, Hokkaido 066-0012 (〒066-0012 北海道千歳市美々 新千歲空港)
Location Name: No.2 Bibi-Bashi Bridge Canoe Port *in front of "Log House Wagyu Bibi Restaurant"
Address: 8-5 Misawa, Tomakomai, Hokkaido 059-1361, Japan
Experience Location
Location Name: Meimeikawa
Address: Tomakomai City, HokkaidoCancellation Policy
- Cancellations 8 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–7 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- 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 the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
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