Your journey begins with a one hour and 30 minutes drive to Lake Shikotsu, a beautiful caldera lake.
After the quick stay at the lake shore, it's a short drive to the 7th station of Mt.Tarumae where the hike begin.
Trail is well-maintained but steep! It takes about one hour to reach the top of crater rim.
Once at the peak, directly in front of you lies the lava dome.
The views towards the lake below are spectacular, and on a clear day you can see Mt. Yotei and pacific ocean.
We can stop by onsen hot spring after the hike, please let us know in advance to our guide.
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Local guide
National Park fees
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Tea, snack
Food and drinks, unless specified
Lunch
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Service animals allowed
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Your journey begins with a one hour and 30 minutes drive to Lake Shikotsu, a beautiful caldera lake.
After the quick stay at the lake shore, it's a short drive to the 7th station of Mt.Tarumae where the hike begin.
Trail is well-maintained but steep! It takes about one hour to reach the top of crater rim.
Once at the peak, directly in front of you lies the lava dome.
The views towards the lake below are spectacular, and on a clear day you can see Mt. Yotei and pacific ocean.
We can stop by onsen hot spring after the hike, please let us know in advance to our guide.
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Local guide
National Park fees
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Tea, snack
Food and drinks, unless specified
Lunch
Itinerary
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Lake Shikotsu
Lake Shikotsu, the closest national park to Sapporo, is located 90 minutes outside of the city. After Akita Prefecture’s Lake Tazawa, it is the deepest and clearest lake in Japan. It is also Japan’s farthest north open water lake. Surrounded by beautiful mountains such as Mount Eniwadake, Mount Fuppushidake, and Mount Tarumaezan, the area offers various sites such as the Yacho-no-Mori bird sanctuary in addition to campgrounds. There are also many places to eat local food in the hot spring area.
30 minutes
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Mount Tarumae
Mt.Tarumae, one of the most active volcano in Japan rises between Pacific ocean and Lake Shikotsu.
At the top, you have a close-up view of the lava dome and the smoking sulfur vents around it.
