One of the popular summer outdoor activities you can enjoy in Hokkaido is river rafting. While many places offer thrilling white water rafting tours, wokkys, an outdoor guided tour operator in Furano City, offers a safe and leisurely rafting tour that the whole family can enjoy. The tour is suitable for ages 1 and up, so toddlers and grandparents and even pets can join in on the fun. What’s more, it’s a private tour limited to only one group per session. You also don’t have to prepare any special clothing as rental of waterproof pants, rubber boots, and other equipment is included in the fee.
After everyone gets on the big rubber raft, you will gently drift down the Sorachi River, surrounded on both sides by dense forests. Since you’re in the middle of a river, you’ll get to see the great nature of Hokkaido from a viewpoint you won’t normally see. It’s a fun but relaxing experience that will surely leave a smile on everyone’s face.
Furano River Rafting with wokkys
Address: Shimanoshita, Furano City (Highland Furano Parking Lot), Hokkaido
Website：http://www.wokkys.jp/en/
Phone: +81-167-22-8787
Season: Late April to end of October
Fees: 2 persons: 7,900 yen per person / 3 persons: 6,300 yen per person / 4 persons: 5,800 yen per person / 5 persons: 5,500 yen per person / 6 persons or more: 5,300 yen per person
The length of time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Note:
1 day advance reservation required.
Tours may be cancelled in case of heavy rain.
Information about transport passes:
JR Hokkaido Rail Pass
https://www.jrhokkaido.co.jp/global/english/ticket/railpass/index.html
Travelling within Hokkaido
https://japanbyjapan.com/blog/travelling-within-hokkaido
*Information is correct as of January 2019.
