Winter Lake Mashu Full-Day Private Tour | Caldera Rim Snowshoe Trekking & Red-Crowned Cranes
Enjoy a Full-Day Private Tour with Snowshoe Trekking at Lake Mashu and Red-Crowned Crane Watching
A private tour for up to 3 guests.
Explore the snow-covered caldera rim on snowshoes from Lake Mashu First Observatory. Enjoy breathtaking winter scenery and panoramic lake views.
At Ito Sanctuary in Tsurui Village, watch red-crowned cranes feeding in the snow and flying gracefully. In February, you may see their courtship dances.
Travel through Kushiro Wetland, passing Lake Toro and Lake Shirarutoro. Look for Ezo deer, red foxes, Steller's sea eagles, and other wildlife of eastern Hokkaido.
Your experienced local guide will share fascinating insights into the region's nature, volcanic history, and wildlife, including stories you won't find in guidebooks.
Free pickup and drop-off are included at Kushiro Station, hotels in central Kushiro, and Kushiro Airport.
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https://trek-guide.com/staff/
■ Tour Season: Early December to mid-March
■ Tour Route: Lake Mashu, Ito Sanctuary, Onnenai Boardwalk
■ Pickup Locations: Kushiro Station, hotels in central Kushiro, or Kushiro Airport
■ Group Size: 1–3 guests
■ Age Requirement: 13 years and older (Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.)
■ Tour Hours: 7:00 AM – 4:15 PM
■ Tour Prices (per group):
1 guest: ¥53,400
2 guests: ¥63,000
3 guests: ¥68,400
■ Booking Deadline: At least 3 days before the tour date
■ Important: Please inform us of your current health condition and any relevant medical history when booking.
■ Clothing and Equipment:
For your safety, please bring all equipment specified by your guide.
If you have any questions about the required equipment, please contact us well in advance.
[Required Items]
Comfortable clothing suitable for walking
Comfortable walking shoes
Warm clothing (fleece, down jacket, etc.)
Water, snacks, and any necessary medications (prescription or over-the-counter)
Hat, gloves, sunglasses, etc.
[Free Rental Equipment]
Snowshoes
Trekking poles
Binoculars
Highlights
Overview
Tour Duration: 9 hours 15 minutes
Tour Itinerary
7:00 AMMeeting, check-in, and pickup
8:40 AM – 12:00 PMOnnenai Boardwalk
12:00 PM – 1:00 PMLunch at Lake Mashu First Observatory
2:00–3:30 PMIto Sanctuary
4:15 PMDrop-off at your hotel or Kushiro Airport
Please note that the schedule and itinerary may change depending on weather, seasonal conditions, and road conditions.
Participation Agreement and Risk Acknowledgment
Outdoor activities involve risks from weather, terrain and wildlife. Ages 13+; minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. This tour is not operated under Japan's Travel Agency Act.
1. SafetyFollow your guide's instructions. Risks include falls, slipping, storms, wildlife and injury. Participants bear applicable search and rescue costs. Insurance is recommended.
2. EquipmentBring all required equipment. Contact us in advance with questions. Missing essential gear may result in refusal and same-day cancellation.
3. HealthDisclose medical conditions honestly. No refund for problems caused by false or omitted information. The guide may refuse or end participation due to illness. Additional costs are yours. Report health concerns promptly.
4. Liability and RisksWe take safety precautions but cannot control natural disasters, transport disruptions, crime, epidemics, government restrictions, illness or failure to follow instructions. Subject to applicable law, related losses are not compensated and fees are not refunded.
Tours generally operate in poor weather. Scenery and wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed. Participants accept the inherent risks of outdoor activities. You may be charged for damage you cause. Nothing excludes liability that cannot legally be excluded.
5. TransportationParticipants arrange travel to and from agreed pickup/drop-off points. Riding in the guide's vehicle is voluntary. Transfer accidents are covered subject to insurance terms and legal obligations.
6. PhotosDo not identify other guests in online posts without permission. Unauthorized reproduction or commercial use of guide-produced images is prohibited.
7. Personal InformationYour information is used for tour operations, safety, emergency contact, required filings and communications. Necessary details may be shared with emergency services. Otherwise, no unauthorized disclosure.
8. CancellationRead the Cancellation Policy under the Important Information tab.
9. Booking AgreementThe contract is confirmed when we email your booking confirmation. By booking, you accept these terms and the cancellation policy.
10. InsuranceWe strongly recommend insurance covering tour activities, search and rescue, and hospitalization. Our guides carry liability insurance.
Please read and agree to these terms before booking.
Cancellation Fee
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