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Guided Kayak Tour Unveiling the History of the Lake Suigetsuko
Wakasa
Important Information
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Due to the structure of the canoe, your bottom and other parts of your body may get wet. Please wear clothes that can get wet. Also, please bring a change of clothes. You may use the showers and changing rooms at the office.
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The wind can be chilly, in October and November, so a removable jacket is required.
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Group inquiries are also welcome. If you wish to participate with 9 people or more, please make an inquiry.
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Explore the Enigma: Visit the special topographical environment of Mikatagoko (the five lakes of Mikata) on-site and understand what a miraculous lake Suigetsu is. Nature Immersion: Our guided tour at the Varve Museum and a visit to the shores of Lake Mikata Goko will teach you of the 70,000 years of history that the varves reveal. Cultural Lifestyle: Witness the local fishermen using traditional methods of fishing that have a history of over 400 years. With your knowledgeable local guide, learn the insight of the region and the lives of the locals around the five Mikata Lakes.
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Insurance fee
Waterproof bag for valuables rental
Kayak rental
guide fee
Life jacket rental
Interpreter Guide Fee (optional)
Guide for Nearby Facilities (optional)
Meeting Points
Departure
Fukui Prefectural Varve Museum
Meeting point：The parking lot of the Fukui Prefectural Varve Museum
122-12-1, Torihama, Wakasa, Mikatakaminaka District, Fukui 919-1331
Access：
・5 min from the Lake Mikatagoko Smart IC on the Maizuru-Wakasa Expressway.
・35 min drive by rental car from JR Tsuruga Station.
Return
Itinerary
[10:00/14:00] Gather at the parking lot of the Fukui Prefectural Varve Museum. Walk to the Banso-sha office (5 minutes) The guide will provide a brief lecture on the formation of Lake Mikata and the annual rings. [10:30/14:30] Practice boarding before setting out. Departing from the Hasu River, we will go out to Mikata Lake. The guide will take you around the view from the lake and the traditional fishing traps set up in Mikata Lake. Enjoy a leisurely stroll on the lake with the guide's assistance. ※ The course may be flexibly adjusted based on wind conditions and customer preferences. [12:00/16:00] Arrive at the Banso-sha office. Disband.
Guided Kayak Tour Unveiling the History of the Lake Suigetsuko
Wakasa
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Explore the Enigma: Visit the special topographical environment of Mikatagoko (the five lakes of Mikata) on-site and understand what a miraculous lake Suigetsu is. Nature Immersion: Our guided tour at the Varve Museum and a visit to the shores of Lake Mikata Goko will teach you of the 70,000 years of history that the varves reveal. Cultural Lifestyle: Witness the local fishermen using traditional methods of fishing that have a history of over 400 years. With your knowledgeable local guide, learn the insight of the region and the lives of the locals around the five Mikata Lakes.
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Insurance fee
Waterproof bag for valuables rental
Kayak rental
guide fee
Life jacket rental
Interpreter Guide Fee (optional)
Guide for Nearby Facilities (optional)
Meeting Points
Departure
Fukui Prefectural Varve Museum
Meeting point：The parking lot of the Fukui Prefectural Varve Museum
122-12-1, Torihama, Wakasa, Mikatakaminaka District, Fukui 919-1331
Access：
・5 min from the Lake Mikatagoko Smart IC on the Maizuru-Wakasa Expressway.
・35 min drive by rental car from JR Tsuruga Station.
