Full Day Kayak Tour in Lake Kussharo (7.0 hrs)
Available Season: May 15 – July 12 / August 26 – October 31
Time: Approximately 7 hours
Number of Participants: 2 – 4
Who is it for?
- Minimum age 13yrs
- Minimum height 130 cm (4.3 ft)
- Maximum weight 95 kg (209 lbs), maximum height 190 cm (6.2 ft) and you must be able to fit into one of our life jackets.
- Any unaccompanied minors (18 or younger) must have a signed consent form by a parent or guardian.
- The tour is suitable for first-time kayakers.
- You must be at a good level of physical fitness to paddle 4-5 hours and spend the whole day outdoors.
- The following guests are not able to join the tour.
- doctor ordered to stop exercising
- being pregnant
- being intoxicated
If you have any medical conditions or concerns, please consult us in advance.
Meeting Place: River & Field Guide Office in Kussharo Kotan
Dismissing Place: Sunayu Parking Lot
Meeting Time: 8:15 am
Tour Schedule:
8:15 Registration at the guide’s office
8:30 Leave for Sunayu (in your own car)
8:45 Safety Lecture at Sunayu
9:00 Leave Sunayu by kayak. Enjoy the lake view from your kayak and head to Nibushi Peninsula via Giant Trees and Hot
Springs along the lakeshore.
- Lunch at the lakeside of Nibushi Peninsula and enjoy a short hike in the forest. For the purpose of conservation, we may pick up invasive non-native plants and/or garbage on the beach.
- After short hiking, leave for Marigoke Beach by kayak.
15:00 Arrive at Marigoke Beach and back to Sunayu (in the guide’s car)
15:30 Tour ends at the Sunayu Parking Lot
What to bring?
【Clothes】
Wear something easy to move around in and suitable for the climate of the tour day.
Rash guard is recommended for a hot day.
Warm undergarments, and fleece jacket or wool sweater for a cold day.
Waterproof rainsuit (jacket & pants) to protect you from rain and wind chill.
Cotton does not dry quickly and will take heat away from you if you get wet. Therefore, please prepare something made of wool or synthetic.
【Shoes】
Non-slip water shoes or sandals with straps so that you won’t lose them in the water. (for kayak)
Hiking shoes and socks. (for hiking)
【Sun Protection and Hat】
Sunglasses and sunscreen
A hat to protect you from ultraviolet rays and heat or cold.
【Water】
Drink enough water during the tour especially on a hot day.
【Other】
Something you need during the tour (e.g. personal medications)
Special Note
- Participation in Kayak activities involves a certain level of risk. For your safety, please listen carefully to your guide’s instructions and behave in a proper manner.
- We may modify the kayaking/hiking route or cancel the tour due to weather conditions including waves on the lake caused by strong winds.
- Please be aware of the risks of being in nature which is different from the ones in daily life. All activities are undertaken entirely at your own risk.
- Please ensure you have read and accept our Terms and Conditions prior to sending a reservation request.