Japan's Far North
5 Day Hiking & Sea Kayaking Tour
Multi-day Guided Hiking & Sea Kayaking Tour from Wakkanaifrom
The breathtaking mountain ranges and wild coastline of Japan’s northern frontier will quench your thirst for adventure on this multi-day guided hiking & sea kayaking tour.
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Tour Duration
5 Days -
Minimum Travellers
4 People -
Accommodation
4 Nights -
Tour Starts
Wakkanai -
Included Meals
4 Breakfasts
4 Lunches
4 Dinners -
Tour Finishes
Wakkanai
Tour Highlights
- Island hopping in Japan’s northernmost National Park
- Hiking on the “floating flower garden” – Rebun Island
- Sea kayaking & fishing with a local island guide off Rishiri Island
- Savour the Northern Islands’ seafood oriented gastronomy
About Japan’s Far North
Rishiri-Rebun-Sarobetsu National Park sits at the very top of Hokkaido and is the northernmost of all the 34 national parks in Japan. The southern tip of Sakhalin Island (Russia) is only 40kms/25miles away from our most northern point, this is as Far North in Japan as you can get! The gateway city to the Rishiri-Rebun-Sarobetsu National Park is Wakkanai, which has both an airport (WKJ) and a railway station.
There is no other place in Japan where you can explore the striking Siberia-like landscapes in such close proximity to the ocean, fishing villages and rural settlements. This tour is perfect for adventurers who dream of deep exploration into remote corners of Japan where most travellers will never have the opportunity to visit.
Leave the sticky summer heat behind and enjoy the refreshing summer hiking in this subarctic region!
Who is this tour for?
- Active hikers who enjoy coastal walking for 3 to 5 hours a day
- Adventurers who love island hopping & exploring remote outposts
- Curious travellers who prefer locally run accommodation in scenic locations
Japan’s Far North Hiking Tour Itinerary at a Glance
*B: Breakfast D: Dinner
Day 1 Group meets in Wakkanai & Ferry to Rebun Island (L, D)
Day 2 Hike on Rebun Island & Ferry to Rishiri Island
– 4.2km/2.7miles (B, L, D)
Day 3 Sea kayaking & hiking on Rishiri Island – 6.4km/4miles (B, L, D)
Day 4 Hiking on Rishiri Island – 12km/7.5miles (B, L, D)
Day 5 Ferry to Wakkanai & Farewells (B)
Tour Inclusions
Items that are included in the cost of tour price.- 4 nights accommodation on twin share basis
- 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 4 dinners
- Ferry to/from Rebun & Rishiri Islands
- Guided hiking on Rebun & Rishiri Islands
- Sea kayaking & fishing tour off Rishiri Island
- All transport as described in the itinerary
- English speaking local guide(s)
Not included
Items that are not included in the cost of tour price.- Airfare
- Optional activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Personal expenses
- Drinks with included meals
Please note that the stroke on the map doesn’t indicate the actual hiking routes.
Tour Meeting Point
We will meet in Central Wakkanai between 8:30 am and 9:00 am on the first day. The closest airport to Wakkanai City is Wakkanai Airport (WKJ). The airport shuttle bus for downtown Wakkanai is scheduled to connect with all the incoming flights from Tokyo and Sapporo. The cost is 700 yen per person. It is recommended that you arrive in Wakkanai the day before the tour starts, in this case, we are more than happy to assist you with booking your pre-tour accommodation.
An alternative to flying is to travel by train (Japan Railway, abbr. JR), which travels 3 times a day between Sapporo and Wakkanai, and takes just over 5 hours. The cost is 11,090 yen for a reserved seat. Upon booking, please let us know your travel plans to Wakkanai, and we will confirm in detail where and what time we will meet on the first day.
You can search train timetable in English on Japan Transit Planner website.
Japan’s Far North Hiking & Sea Kayaking Tour Accommodation
DAY 1 | Minshuku | Ensuite | Heated spa | |
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DAY 2 | Hotel | Ensuite | Onsen spa | |
DAY 3 | Hotel | Ensuite | Onsen spa | |
DAY 4 | Hotel | Ensuite | Onsen spa |
What to Bring on your Japan Far North Hiking & Sea Kayaking Tour
Essentials
- Waterproof jacket and pants
- Mid- to high-cut hiking boots
- Fleece or down jacket (even in the summer the temperature can drop below 10℃)
- Thermal layers top & bottom
- Base layers top & bottom
- Spare pairs of socks
- Gloves, beanie, and items to keep you warm
- Sun hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses
- Water bottle or hydration system (more than 2L)
- Head torch
- Toiletries
- Personal medications
- Rain cover for backpack
- Backpack with enough capacity to carry all the above
- Travel insurance
- Cash in Japanese yen. Small restaurants and shops in rural parts of Japan do not accept credit cards. Lunch in general costs 1,000-1,500 yen and dinner 2,000-3,000 yen. You can withdraw cash from an ATM at a post office and 7-eleven convenience stores.
Recommended
- Walking poles
- Cellphone power bank
- Snacks which you’re used to eating while hiking
- Swim suit for brave swimmers
- Camera
We supply
- First-aid kit
- Safety equipment and maps
Please note that you will be asked to show your passport when checking in accomodation in Japan. It is a requirement for accommodation providers to take a photocopy of the passport of international visitors.
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Mt Rishiri-Fuji reflecting on Hime Numa
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At the summit of Mt Rishiri-Fuji
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Sea kayaking off Rishiri Island
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Fishing on the sea kayak
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Itsukushima Shrine on Rishiri Island
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View from Cape Peshi, Rishiri Island
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Exploring the rocky coast of Rishiri Island
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Descending Mt Rishiri-Fuji
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Sea kayaking & fishing, Rishiri Island
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Strolling on the rocky coast of Rishiri Island
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View of Rishiri island from Rebun Island
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Cape Trail on Rebun Island
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West coast of Rebun Island
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Mt Rishiri-Fuji
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View of Cape Sukoton, Rebun Island
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Sunset on Rishiri Island
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Hiking on Cape Trail, Rebun Island
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Seafood on the islands
Dates | Trip Status | Twin Price (PP) | Single Price (PP) | |
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June 9, 2021 - June 13, 2021
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Available
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¥237,200
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¥256,000
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July 16, 2021 - July 20, 2021
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Available
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¥237,200
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¥256,000
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August 10, 2021 - August 14, 2021
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Available
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¥237,200
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¥256,000
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October 11, 2021 - October 15, 2021
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Available
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¥237,200
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¥256,000
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