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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Driving 90 minutes from Sapporo, part of the Shikotsu-Toya National Park, Lake Shikotsu is a caldera lake surrounded by picturesque volcanoes, located in south of the city of Sapporo, known for its crystal clear water and beautiful view of the mountains, and popular for fishing, boating, canoeing, diving, bird watching, cycling, remains unfrozen even throughout Hokkaido's harsh winter.
Located 3 kilometers away from lake shore, Moss Canyon is one of the popular sightseeing spots around Lake Shikotsu. The 5 meters high, 200 meters long canyon was formed by the lave erupted from Mt. Tarumae and eroded over tens of thousands years. The canyon is covered with beautiful mosses look like a genuine carpet.
A nice hiking course for both beginners and intermediates.
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Hotel pickup and drop-off
Local guide
National Park fees
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Tea, snack
Lunch
Food and drink
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Air port pick-up is available upon request
Lake Shikotsu, Chitose, Hokkaido, Japan Enjoy a nice walk at the shore of Lake Shikotsu. The lake is surrounded by the active volcanoes and 30 minutes
Shikotsuko Visitor Center, Chitose, Hokkaido, Japan Learn about the area 15 minutes
Shikotsuko Yacho no Mori, Chitose, Hokkaido, Japan Bird 30 minutes
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
giaoquach
13 Oct 2024
We had great views of the Moss Canyon and Shikotsu lake in the fall. Yumi-san is an amazing guide who speaks perfect English. The scenic drive was about 1 hr long from Sapporo and well worth the visit.
Kathi_S
03 Oct 2024
Sumi & Sato were excellent guides. We travel to the lake for a view and quick break then off to moss canyon. They pointed out various types of mushrooms, ferns, insects, sails, plants, and so much more. Be prepared to climb over rocks and under trees. After the hike, we were treated with coffee/tea and a light snack. Next stop a delicious and hearty lunch before heading back to Sapporo.
rresma
30 May 2024
Amazing experience! Our guides Sumi and Taki picked my wife and I up from our hotel in Sapporo promptly at 9 AM and took us to an air conditioned vehicle with water for each of us. During the hour long car ride to Lake Shikotsu, both Sumi and Taki entertained us by asking us where we were from and telling us about their life and about different sights in Hokkaido. Time flew by pretty quickly and we soon arrived to the moss canyon location.
The hike to the canyon itself was about 10 minutes and was very easy with no inclines at all. It was also very beautiful on the way to the canyon. The day before the hike it had rained, so a lot of the plants and moss were very green. In addition to the scenery there were many birds and wildlife out.
The 4 meter tall canyon itself was spectacular. It had many different kinds of moss growing on both sides and a bunch of other flowers and mushrooms growing on the dead trees surrounding the area. The hike in the canyon was slightly more difficult (minor incline/some climbing). I recommend bringing bug spray as there are a ton of mosquitos. Luckily my wife and I wore long sleeves so we weren’t bit too much.
After the canyon hike, Sumi took us to a small onsen town along Lake Shikotsu where we enjoyed lunch at a ramen place that served home made ramen and savory / buttery Hokkaido potatoes. Both dishes were very tasty and affordable!
End to end the journey was 6 hours long including the driving, but we left feeling extremely grateful to our guides and wish we could spend more time with them to learn about Lake Shikotsu and the area around it! Thank you so much, Sumi and Taki
This tour in
Japan
is organized by
Hokkaido Private Adventure
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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