Explore an icefall
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Price
￥5,000~
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Duration
2.5 hours
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Hosted in
English and Japanese
Summary
Karuizawa's largest waterfall, "Sengataki", becomes a spectacular icefall in midwinter. Guests will be guided along a promenade, which follows a mountain stream, to reach the stunning frozen waterfall. Guests will walk this path while looking for wildlife tracks and observing a variety of bird species.
Highlights
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Behold the ice waterfall
The highest waterfall in Karuizawa is a cool, refreshing spot in summer and an impressive frozen sculpture in the winter. The walking distance is approximately 2km. A short break is also provided for you to enjoy the wintery surroundings while enjoying a hot drink.
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Winter forest wildlife
With snow blanketing the ground, you can more easily discern the footprints of various animals such as Japanese serow, foxes and wild boar. The bird inhabitants of mountaion streams such as wrens and brown dippers are also easier to spot during this time of year.
Details
- Period
- From January 10th to February 12th, 2024, Karuizawa
*Unavailable tour dates; January 10th to 12th and January 15th to 19th, 2024 - Times
- 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
- Price
- Adults (13 years old and above) – 5,000 yen~ per person
*Prices change depending on the date. For details, please refer to the reservation calendar. - Requirements
- Please consult with us about the participation of elementary school students.
- Meeting Place
- Picchio Visitor Center
- Reservation
- You can make a reservation online up until 11:30 a.m. on the day of the tour.
*Once capacity for the tour is reached, no more reservations will be accepted so we recommend that you book as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
・Please come to the agreed place on time. If you are late on the day, we might give your spot on the tour to another guest. - Cancellation policy
- Cancellation is free up to 2 days before the tour.
・If you cancel 2 days before the tour, a cancellation fee of 20% of the tour cost will be charged.
・If you cancel the day before the tour, a 50% cancellation fee will be charged.
・If you cancel on the day of the tour then the full cost of the tour will be charged.
In case we have to cancel the tour due to unexpected reasons (weather, observation conditions, etc.), we will contact you at least 90 minutes before the tour is scheduled to start. Please check your email or phone frequently on the day of the tour.
- Tops
- Warm jacket
- Bottom
- Long warm pants
- Shoes
- Suitable winter boots
- Free rental items
- We provide free rental rain wear and trekking shoes (or snow shoes depending on the level of snowfall). *These items are of limited quantity so rental is subject to availability. If required, it is advised that you reserve the necessary items in advance.
We do not currently rent gloves or hats, but should you require them, they are available to purchase and keep – just ask at the reception desk. Gloves: 300 yen, Beanie: 500 yen
- Notice
- Please note that the tour will not be cancelled in light rainy weather. However, in the event of a storm, the tour will be cancelled and participants will be informed by 12:00 p.m. on the day of the tour.
