Hike up one of Japan's most active volcanoes! Learn about past volcanic eruptions of Mt. Usu and discover the nature of Lake Toya! Visit the best viewpoint of Lake Toya and get some photos!
This tour differs by not just hiking the volcano, but also by visiting Lake Toya and the Toyo-Usu Geopark Center. There you can learn about the volcano you climbed, its recent volcanic eruption in 2000, its lasting effects on the local area, and Lake Toya's nature and geology.
This tour also has a max number of 4 people, keeping the groups small ensures more time for each customer to enjoy the tour and not to be rushed. Also, it ensures safety whilst hiking on the mountain.
We also includes pick-up ...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hiking poles (if requested)
Air-conditioned vehicle
English, Japanese Guide
Sandwich and drink
Clothing and Footwear
Drinks (water)
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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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Total tour duration includes travel time.
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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Hike up one of Japan's most active volcanoes! Learn about past volcanic eruptions of Mt. Usu and discover the nature of Lake Toya! Visit the best viewpoint of Lake Toya and get some photos!
This tour differs by not just hiking the volcano, but also by visiting Lake Toya and the Toyo-Usu Geopark Center. There you can learn about the volcano you climbed, its recent volcanic eruption in 2000, its lasting effects on the local area, and Lake Toya's nature and geology.
This tour also has a max number of 4 people, keeping the groups small ensures more time for each customer to enjoy the tour and not to be rushed. Also, it ensures safety whilst hiking on the mountain.
We also includes pick-up ...
Highlights
6 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
6 hours
Offered in Japanese & English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hiking poles (if requested)
Air-conditioned vehicle
English, Japanese Guide
Sandwich and drink
Clothing and Footwear
Drinks (water)
Itinerary
1
Mt. Usu
After pickup, we will drive to the trailhead of Mt. Usu. We will then hike through beautiful forests until we reach the crater rim. There you can see the crater with its volcanic activity and also get a superb view of Lake Toya and Uchiura Bay. We will then have lunch and rest while enjoying the scenery. We will then continue back down the same route and back to the car.
3 hours
2
Toya Caldera and Usu Volcano Global Geopark
We will visit the Toyo-Usu Geopark Visitor Center next to Lake Toya to learn about Mt. Usu's past eruptions and to understand Lake Toya's nature.
30 minutes
3
Lake Toya
We will go to the best viewpoint of Lake Toya where you can see the lake and also Mt. Usu and the craters from the eruption in 2000. This is a great photo spot!
