Drift Ice 2-Day Tour | Experience the Power of the Garinko Icebreaker, Seals, and Hot Springs! A 2-Day Journey of Wonder in Mombetsu [Departing from Sapporo]
- This is a high-quality, reliable Japan tour planned by a major Japanese travel agency with over 70 years of history. You will be accompanied by a tour leader known for their excellent hospitality, highly rated by guests from various countries. While the tour is conducted in Japanese, many guests from Taiwan and Hong Kong participate, making it a comfortable experience even for first-timers.
- Board the drift ice sightseeing ship 'Garinko-go'. Experience the thrill of the ship crushing through the ice with its drills, and enjoy the mystical scenery created by the broken ice, the sea, and the light!
- Visit the famous drift ice spot, Hyohyo Misaki (Drift Ice Cape)! This is a cape where you can see drift ice up close. When the ice reaches the shore, you can witness a magnificent drift ice field. The contrast between the blue sky and sea against the vast, white drift ice field is truly breathtaking.
- Tokkari Center is the only facility in Japan dedicated exclusively to raising seals. Observe these adorable seals up close!
- Stay at the Mombetsu Prince Hotel, famous for its 'beauty bath' hot springs and delicious seafood cuisine.
- Enjoy a dinner featuring a seafood set meal with piping hot seafood rice cooked in a pot, and a breakfast buffet with over 60 items, including a popular seafood bowl corner.
Sightseeing Tours
| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Transportation method | Transfer from meeting point |
| Departure Time | Standard Departure (8-9 am) |
| Minimum participant requirement | 25 travelers |
| Meal arrangement | Breakfast included, With dinner, Arrange yourself |
| Accommodation type | Hotel |
| Family-friendly | Free for children under 2 (no seat) |
| Seasonal | Winter Snow Exclusive |
| Sightseeing type | Natural sights, Bus tour |
| Transport | Bus tour |
| Cruise type | Sightseeing boat |
Product Info
【About the Garinko Icebreaker】
● If the drift ice is far away, the cruise may be extended by up to 90 minutes. In such cases, arrival at the hotel may be delayed.
● This is a sunset cruise; you will see daytime scenery at departure, sunset during the cruise, and night views upon return.
【About Drift Ice】
● As drift ice is a natural phenomenon, it may not be visible depending on weather conditions (tides, wind direction, etc.).
● The tour will proceed regardless of whether the drift ice has reached the shore. If the ice has not reached the shore, standard cancellation fees will still apply for any cancellations or changes.
● We will not contact you regarding drift ice conditions before departure. Please refer to the Sea Ice Forecast issued by the Japan Meteorological Agency website.
● If drift ice cannot be seen, the tour guide accompanying you will provide information on alternative plans on the day.
● The operation of the Garinko Icebreaker is not dependent on the presence of drift ice. If there is no drift ice on the route, it will operate as a sightseeing cruise, and no refunds will be provided. In the event of cancellation due to bad weather or high waves, we will guide you to an alternative sightseeing spot (scheduled to be the Okhotsk Tower) and refund the difference in the cruise fee after deducting the admission fee at a later date.
・This product is a 'Request Booking' and it takes time to confirm your reservation. Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis, so depending on the situation, you may be placed on a waiting list or we may be unable to accept your reservation. The final reservation status will be confirmed upon the issuance of the voucher. In the unlikely event that the tour cannot be operated due to being fully booked, we will contact you within the specified number of days. Please note that if you do not wish to be on the waiting list, cancellation (with a refund) is possible.
This tour is conducted in Japanese only.
Please note that all guidance from the tour guide during the trip will be provided in Japanese only. However, for the smooth operation and safety of the tour, we will provide information to the extent possible using translation apps (meeting locations, departure times, etc.).
Please observe the following when participating:
・Please book with your correct name and email address.
・Please be punctual for meeting times during the tour. If you miss the meeting time, the tour will depart without you.
Garinko III IMERU 1
Ryuhyo Misaki (Drift Ice Cape) *Image for reference
Seals at the Tokkari Center *Image for reference
Mombetsu Prince Hotel Open-Air Bath
Mombetsu Prince Hotel Breakfast Buffet Seafood Bowl Corner
Purchase Notice
【Travel Conditions】
Departure/Destination: Sapporo/Mombetsu
Duration: 2 days, 1 night
Transportation: Chartered bus
Bus Operator: Hokuto Kotsu or equivalent
Meals: Breakfast 1, Lunch 0, Dinner 1
Accommodation: Mombetsu Prince Hotel / Japanese-style room, Western-style single, twin, or double room
*Room type will be assigned by our company.
*For 3 people per room, an extra bed (including sofa bed) may be used.
*Room layout and views from the room vary depending on the accommodation.
Minimum participants: 25
Tour conductor: 1
Guide: 0
【Travel Planning/Implementation】
Company Name: Club Tourism International Inc
Address: 1-9-6 Edagawa, Koto-ku, Tokyo
Registration Number: Japan Tourism Agency Commissioner Registered Travel Agency No. 1693
Affiliated Travel Association: Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA) Regular Member
【Entrusted Sales】
KKDAY JAPAN Co., Ltd.
WESTALL Yotsuya Bldg. 2F, 1-22-5 Yotsuya, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0004
Japan Tourism Agency Commissioner Registered Travel Agency No. 2045
Affiliated Organization: Japan Association of Travel Agents (JATA)
Reminders
A minimum of 25 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 14 day(s) before the departure date
Please arrive at the designated location 20 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
Please note that if there are an odd number of people in your group, you will be seated together on the bus.
Drift ice is a natural phenomenon, so you may not be able to see it depending on the weather conditions (tides, wind direction, etc.) on the day of your trip. Please note that the operation of the drift ice icebreaker does not depend on the presence or absence of drift ice. In addition, the tour may be canceled due to bad weather or high waves. In the event of a cancellation, the boarding fee will be refunded.
The order of sightseeing may be changed, but sightseeing spots will not be omitted or sightseeing time shortened.
The listed meal contents may be subject to change due to local procurement issues or poor catches.
When staying in a Japanese-style room or a Japanese-Western style room, you may be asked to lay out your futon by yourself.
Please wear warm clothing and shoes with grooves on the soles to prevent slipping.
Please note that the return time may be delayed due to weather or road conditions. If delays in the itinerary result in cancellation of flights, meals, or other reservations that you have made yourself, we will not be held responsible.
Please refrain from reclining bus seats.
If you wish to change your meal plan due to food allergies, religious reasons, etc., a fee of 1,500 yen will be charged per meal, and if there is a difference in price, the actual cost will be charged. As a general rule, please make your request at least 14 days before your departure date.
Cancellation fees will also be charged for delays or non-participation due to transportation delays, etc. The tour will depart at the scheduled departure time.
Drift ice is a natural phenomenon and may not be visible.
