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Hokkaido: Lake Toya Snowmobile & Noboribetsu Hell Valley & Bear Ranch & Lake Hill Farm Day Tour
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Hokkaido: Lake Toya Snowmobile & Noboribetsu Hell Valley & Bear Ranch & Lake Hill Farm Day Tour

10 hours
Noboribetsu
€39.87/person
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You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time) In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. If this happens, you have the option to reschedule or request a full refund Refunds or amendments can't be issued if: Participants arrive late or don't arrive at all
  • English / Chinese-speaking guide
  • Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location

Not included: Admission to Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch; Meals and beverages; Other personal expenses; Insurance

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Overview

Hokkaido Winter | Snowmobile, Cute Bears, and Hell Valley One-Day Adventure Lake Toya's morning doesn't freeze, snow-capped mountains reflect on the lake, like stepping into a postcard. Snowmobiling (at your own expense) speeds across the snowfield, wind whistling in your ears, heart racing with the throttle. Lake Hill Farm: Sunbathing and feeding small animals. A bite of Hokkaido milk ice cream, just the right sweetness. Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch (admission not included): Brown bears stand up and wave for food, their clumsy cuteness is endearing. Remember to capture the moment they "wave goodbye." Noboribetsu Hell Valley: Sulfur steam gushes from the snow, like the earth breathing, desolate yet mysterious. The winter snow and hot mist intertwine, leaving you speechless with awe.

Highlights

Hokkaido Winter | One Day to See Snowfields, Cute Bears, and Hell Valley
Experience the thrill of snowmobiling on the shores of Lake Toya, covered in a blanket of silver. The cold wind whistles past your ears, the roar of the engine synchronizes with your heartbeat, allowing you to gallop freely across the pure white snowfield, feeling the unique wildness and freedom of winter Hokkaido.
This is home to many adorable brown bears. They stand up and wave to tourists, begging for food, their clumsy movements and cute eyes are endearing. Feed them special biscuits and experience the surprising cuteness and healing brought by these large creatures up close.
The volcanic remains appear even more mysterious and desolate under the snow. Rolling sulfur steam gushes from cracks in the ground, as if the earth is breathing. In winter, the biting cold wind intertwines with the scorching geothermal heat, creating a breathtaking and peculiar landscape that feels like being in another world.
The Bear Ranch is not only a viewing spot but also an interactive place full of laughter. Visitors can buy special feed and enjoy the fun of feeding brown bears, watching them make various funny expressions as they compete for food. It is a healing attraction much loved by children during family outings.
Stroll along the Noboribetsu Hell Valley boardwalk, surrounded by a desolate landscape permeated with the smell of sulfur. The steaming hot springs and the pristine white snow create a strong visual contrast. The winter-exclusive "Hot Spring Steam and Snow" landscape perfectly blends the wildness and softness of nature, making it unforgettable.

What's included

English / Chinese-speaking guide
Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location

What's not included

Admission to Showa Shinzan Bear Ranch
Meals and beverages
Other personal expenses
Insurance

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation with 24 hours' notice.

Additional info

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Pre-trip Notice Please ensure the communication app you reserved can be contacted during your trip to Japan. The supplier will send the vehicle and tour guide information for the next day's trip to your email before 8 PM the day before departure. Please check it carefully (it may be in the spam box). To ensure a smooth trip, please be sure to contact the tour guide or driver in a timely manner. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum group size, you will be notified of the cancellation by email one day before departure. In case of extreme weather such as typhoons or heavy snow, we will confirm whether to cancel by 6:00 PM local time the day before departure and notify you by email. Seats and Vehicles The itinerary is a group tour, and seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. If you have special needs, please make a note. The supplier will try to arrange it, but the final arrangement is subject to the actual situation. The vehicle type is arranged according to the number of people, and the vehicle type cannot be specified. When there are few people, a driver may be arranged to also serve as an attendant, and the explanation content will be relatively simple. If you need to bring luggage, you must inform us in advance. If you bring luggage without authorization, the tour guide has the right to refuse you to board the bus and the fee will not be refunded. Eating and drinking are prohibited in the car. If any damage is caused, compensation will be required according to local standards. Itinerary Adjustment and Safety Japanese law stipulates that operating vehicles must not be driven for more than 10 hours per day. If the time is exceeded, additional costs will be incurred (ranging from 5,000 to 10,000 yen/hour). The itinerary is for reference only. Actual traffic, stopover, and tour times may be adjusted due to weather, traffic jams, facility maintenance, and other conditions. The tour guide may reasonably replace or reduce attractions depending on the actual situation. In case of weather or force majeure that causes the snowmobile and other facilities to stop operating, you will be changed to other attractions or adjust the stay time. If you are late, temporarily change the meeting point, or leave the group halfway due to personal reasons, the fee will not be refunded. You will be responsible for any accidents and additional expenses incurred after leaving the group. Season and Landscape Guests who do not experience snowmobiles can rest in place by themselves. There are no other attractions as alternatives (snowmobiles are optional and can be freely selected). During peak travel periods on Japanese red days and weekends, there are often serious traffic jams or attractions close early. It is recommended not to book flights, Shinkansen, or dinners that night, and bring your own light snacks and power bank. Other Notes Please arrive at the meeting point on time. No waiting after the deadline, and you cannot join midway. It is recommended to wear light clothing and shoes. Please bring your own warm clothing for winter or mountain trips. The itinerary does not include personal travel and accident insurance. It is recommended to purchase insurance by yourself. Outdoor activities and high-risk sports have certain risks. Please register carefully according to your health status. After the trip departs, if it is forced to be terminated due to natural disasters or force majeure, the fee will not be refunded, and passengers will have to bear the return or additional accommodation costs themselves.
Departure: Meet the operator at 08:00. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. The above collection information is for reference only. You will receive the collection information one day before departure, so please pay attention to check it. The bus seats are on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be assigned or changed. If you are late due to personal reasons, the tour fee will not be refunded or changed. Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded. Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time Departure: Meet the operator at 08:10. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. The above collection information is for reference only. You will receive the collection information one day before departure, so please pay attention to check it. The bus seats are on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be assigned or changed. If you are late due to personal reasons, the tour fee will not be refunded or changed. Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded. Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time [Attraction/experience] 10:00, 30 min(s), Self-guided, Fukidashi Park, Mount Yotei Kyogoku Spring Water Park is located in Hokkaido, Japan, and is famous for its natural spring water formed by the melting snow of Mount Yotei. From April 1st to October 31st, visit Mount Yotei Kyogoku Spring Water Park; from November 1st to March 31st, visit Lake Toya Observation Deck plus an optional snowmobile experience. [Attraction/experience] 11:10, 30 min(s), Self-guided, Lake Toya, Lake Toya is one of Hokkaido's well-known volcanic lakes, with distinct scenery throughout the four seasons. The lake surface is vast, and Mount Usu and Showa Shinzan can be seen in the distance. The observation deck offers an expansive view, providing the best angle for photographing the blend of the lake, snow-capped mountains, and sky. In the winter snowscape, the lake surface is as calm as a mirror, making it an unmissable natural scenic spot in Hokkaido during winter. [Attraction/experience] 12:00, 30 min(s), Self-guided, Lake Hill Farm, Enjoy the rural charm of Hokkaido. Here you can feed animals, and also taste fresh dairy products and ice cream. The warm sunshine and leisurely farm atmosphere make it a great place to relax and unwind. [Attraction/experience] 12:40, 20 min(s), Self-guided, Toyako Onsen, Located on the lakeside, Toyako Onsen Street is one of Hokkaido's historic hot spring resorts. The area features numerous hot spring inns, footbath facilities, and unique shops, making it suitable for a short stay, a stroll, and experiencing local snacks. [Attraction/experience] 13:30, 1 hour(s), Self-guided, shōwa-shinzan bear ranch, See the large brown bears of Hokkaido with your own eyes. You can watch them cutely stand up and "wave to show off their charm," melting your heart. It's definitely an excellent spot for photos! (Tickets not included) [Attraction/experience] 15:20, 40 min(s), Self-guided, Noboribetsu Jigokudani Valley, Feel the raw power of nature. Geysers in the valley continuously emit hot air and sulfur steam, making it desolate and mysterious, as if stepping into a legendary hell. The winter snowscape intertwined with the steam makes this place even more spectacular and awe-inspiring. [Return] 18:00, at JR Sapporo Station North Exit Bus Terminal, The above itinerary is for reference only, and traffic conditions are beyond our control. Please avoid scheduling activities for that evening. If affected by traffic congestion, facility maintenance, etc., the itinerary or duration of stay at each attraction may be adjusted. [Return] 18:10, at Daitong Park Station No. 31, The above itinerary is for reference only, and traffic conditions are beyond our control. Please avoid scheduling activities for that evening. If affected by traffic congestion, facility maintenance, etc., the itinerary or duration of stay at each attraction may be adjusted. Day {num}
Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount Participants must be aged under 70 to take part in this activity
Please ensure that the communication app you have reserved can contact you during your trip to Japan. The supplier will send the vehicle and tour guide information for the next day to your email before 8 PM the day before departure, please check it carefully (it may be in the spam folder). To ensure a smooth trip, please be sure to contact your tour guide or driver in a timely manner. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum group size, you will be notified of the cancellation by email the day before departure. In the event of extreme weather conditions such as typhoons or blizzards, confirmation of cancellation will be made by 18:00 local time on the day before departure and notified by email. This is a group tour, and seating is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If you have any special requests, please make a note, and the supplier will do their best to accommodate them, but the final arrangement will be subject to the actual situation on site. The type of vehicle used depends on the number of people and you cannot specify a particular type. When there are fewer people, a driver may also act as staff, in which case the explanation may be brief. If you need to bring luggage, you must inform us in advance. If you bring luggage without prior notice, the tour guide has the right to refuse boarding and the fee will not be refunded. Eating and drinking are prohibited in the car. If any soiling occurs, compensation will be required according to local standards. Japanese law stipulates that operating vehicles cannot be driven for more than 10 hours per day; if the time is exceeded, additional charges will be incurred (ranging from 5,000 to 10,000 yen/hour). The itinerary is for reference only. Actual transportation, stops, and tour times may be adjusted due to weather, traffic jams, facility maintenance, and other conditions. The tour guide may reasonably replace or reduce attractions depending on the actual situation. If the cable car, cruise ship, or other facilities are suspended due to weather or force majeure, we will switch to other attractions or adjust the length of stay. Fees will not be refunded for lateness, changes to the meeting location, or leaving the group midway due to personal reasons. You will be responsible for any accidents or additional costs incurred after leaving the group. Seasonal limited activities such as flower viewing, maple leaf viewing, snow scenes, and fireworks displays are greatly affected by the climate, and the flowering period and peak of autumn leaves may be advanced or delayed. Even if the expected landscape is not reached, the trip will still depart normally and no refunds will be given. During Japanese national holidays and peak weekend travel times, there are often severe traffic jams or attractions closing early. It is recommended not to book flights, Shinkansen, or dinner for that evening, and to bring your own light snacks and power bank. Please arrive at the meeting point on time, as latecomers will not be accommodated, and joining midway is not permitted. We recommend wearing light clothing and shoes. Please bring warm clothing for winter or mountain trips. The itinerary does not include personal travel and accident insurance, so it is recommended to purchase your own insurance. Outdoor activities and high-risk sports have certain risks. Travelers should carefully register based on their health conditions. Once the trip has commenced, if it is forcibly terminated due to natural disasters or force majeure, the fees will not be refunded, and you will be responsible for the return trip or additional accommodation costs. Prohibitions & Limitations This activity is not recommended for anyone with impaired physical mobility This activity is not recommended for pregnant women Please dress accordingly depending on the day's weather conditions It is your responsibility to inform the operator if you have any special health conditions. The operator is not responsible for any adverse effects which may arise from any treatment. Smelly food (e.g. durian) is not allowed in the facility Accessibility Child seats are not available This activity is not wheelchair-accessible Vehicle & luggage info Luggage storage and delivery services are not provided
The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

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