Private Snow Monkey & Frozen Waterfall — Nagano Winter Tour
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Yamanochi
About
Experience Nagano’s top winter highlights in one private guided tour: the famous Snow Monkeys of Jigokudani and the frozen Yonako Falls. This unique adventure combines wildlife, snowshoeing, and dramatic winter scenery for an unforgettable day in Japan.
Enjoy private transport with pick-up available from major resort areas including Hakuba, Matsumoto, Tsugaike, Nozawa Onsen, Myoko, Obuse, Shinano Omachi, and Shiga Kogen. This tour is ideal for travelers seeking a comfortable and hassle-free winter experience.
Perfect for those interested in photography, nature, culture, and hidden winter destinations. Recommended for up to 4 guests, with options for larger groups by coordinating additional...
Highlights
11 hours and 20 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
11 hours and 20 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
6th Gen Subaru Forester Hybrid (up to 4 passengers). If your group has more than 5 people, an additional guide vehicle will be arranged for the remaining participants.
Snowshoes, Trekking poles, Snow boots
Guide fee (UIMLA / JMGA Certified guides)
Snowcat ride
Hot coffee, Tea, chai or hot chocolate (Hot water is available)
Warm clothes
Lunch (You will be able to buy something to eat at 7-Eleven on the way)
Gloves
Snow Monkey Park
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Private Snow Monkey & Frozen Waterfall — Nagano Winter Tour
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Yamanochi
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$415.00
Price varies by group size
About
Experience Nagano’s top winter highlights in one private guided tour: the famous Snow Monkeys of Jigokudani and the frozen Yonako Falls. This unique adventure combines wildlife, snowshoeing, and dramatic winter scenery for an unforgettable day in Japan.
Enjoy private transport with pick-up available from major resort areas including Hakuba, Matsumoto, Tsugaike, Nozawa Onsen, Myoko, Obuse, Shinano Omachi, and Shiga Kogen. This tour is ideal for travelers seeking a comfortable and hassle-free winter experience.
Perfect for those interested in photography, nature, culture, and hidden winter destinations. Recommended for up to 4 guests, with options for larger groups by coordinating additional...
Highlights
11 hours and 20 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
11 hours and 20 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
6th Gen Subaru Forester Hybrid (up to 4 passengers). If your group has more than 5 people, an additional guide vehicle will be arranged for the remaining participants.
Snowshoes, Trekking poles, Snow boots
Guide fee (UIMLA / JMGA Certified guides)
Snowcat ride
Hot coffee, Tea, chai or hot chocolate (Hot water is available)
Warm clothes
Lunch (You will be able to buy something to eat at 7-Eleven on the way)
Gloves
Snow Monkey Park
Itinerary
1
Tokyu Rei Hotel Nagano
Meet-up in front of Tokyu REI Hotel
1 minute
2
Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park
Visit the famous Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park and watch wild Japanese macaques relax, play, and sometimes bathe in natural hot springs. You’ll walk through a peaceful forest trail to reach the viewing area and enjoy close-up photo opportunities of these unique winter-loving monkeys. This is one of Japan’s most memorable nature encounters.
1 hour and 20 minutes
3
Yukkuland Parking lot
Bathroom breaks and a vehicle transfer may be necessary due to parking limitations in the snowcat area.
10 minutes
4
Yonako Daibakufu
For just three months each year, this natural monument transforms into a mesmerizing frozen masterpiece. We will venture close to the towering icefalls, experiencing their breathtaking beauty while the guide ensures safety in case of unexpected ice falls.
This trip includes an exploration of two sacred waterfalls, revered as objects of worship. Please note that the guide may adjust the itinerary based on weather, trail conditions, and participants' abilities to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
This remote wonder is accessible by snowcat, which takes approximately 30 minutes to reach the trailhead. Without snowcat transportation, reaching the falls requires a physically demanding 4-5 hour snow hike one way.
4 hours and 35 minutes
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Yukkuland Parking lot
Bathroom breaks and a vehicle transfer may be necessary.
