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Enjoy the thrill of dogsledding across the beauty of Hokkaido!
Our sled dogs are a cross between huskies and various other dog breeds such as pointers, and are known as "Alaskan huskies", and are suited to the Hokkaido winter climate.
An authentic dog sledding tour through the vast snowy plains of Tokachi
These dogs are ready to run!
We have an original two-seater dog sled, and everyone can enjoy driving the dog sled from start to finish.
The course runs for a full hour on a flat course built on the snowy plains of the Tokachi Plain.
Enjoy the thrill of dogsledding across the beauty of Hokkaido!
These dogs are ready to run!
Dogsledding across the plains of Hokkaido on a blue-sky day
Dogsledding across the plains of Hokkaido on a blue-sky day
Authentic Dog Sledding Experience in Tokachi: 1-hour course
- Location
Shikaoi
- Available Period
Late December ~ Mid-March
- Duration
~1 hour
- Fee
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Tour Highlights
- Long touring through the snowy fields (approximately 12km)
- Drive your own dog sled!
- The dogs are Alaskan huskies who love to run
- Running in silence is an emotional experience that blends in with nature!
- Ages 6 and older welcome
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The maximum total load weight is 160kg and less for sled dog welfare.
- If there is an odd number of participants, the guide will ride with you, or a third guest will ride the snowmobile with the guide, and will take turns riding with the other participants along the way.
- We cannot accept applications for children alone, so please make sure to apply with an adult.
Meeting Location
Mushing Works
Meeting Address
Nishi 31 Sen-25 Urimaku, Shikaoi, Kato District, Hokkaido 081-0341
Access to Meeting Location
[Arrival by JR Train]
- From Sapporo Station to Shintoku Station, it takes about 2 hours using the Super Ozora or Super Tokachi lines.
- From Shintoku Station, take the Takushoku bus bound for Shikaoi-cho or a taxi.
- If you need to arrange a taxi, please write it in the request field when applying. (One way from Shintoku Station to the kennel is about 9,000~13,000 yen)
[Arrival by bus]
- Tokachi Obihiro Airport – Obihiro Station: about 40 minutes
- Obihiro Station Bus Terminal – Riding Park (nearest bus stop): about 75 minutes, about 1,300 yen
[Arrival by car]
- 67km from Obihiro Airport, about 1 hour 30 minutes
- 45km from Obihiro city, about 1 hour
- 26km from JR Shintoku Station, about 35 minutes, about 36km from Sahoro Resort, about 45 minutes
- 30km from Tokachi Shimizu Interchange on the Doto Expressway, about 40 minutes
- 17km from Lake Shikaribetsu, about 25 minutes
What to Bring & Wear
- Cold weather gear- warm and easy-to-move-in clothes
- Snowwear tops and bottoms, light down jacket, or similar wear
- Cold weather gloves are a must. Ski or snowboard gloves are also acceptable.
- Waterproof trekking shoes, boots, or snow boots with thick socks.
- Knit hat
- Sunglasses or snow goggles
All necessary clothing is available for free rental.
Overview
- Available Period
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Late December ~ Mid-March
Depending on the snow and ice conditions, dates may change
- Duration
~1 hour
- 15:30-16:30
- Fee
- 1 hour course- 1 person/1 sled: 47,000yen
- 1 hour course- 2 people/1 sled: 60,400yen
- 1 hour course- 3 people/1 sled: 67,100yen
- 1 hour course- 4 people/ 2 sleds: 73,800yen
- What's Included
- Dog sledding experience
- Consumption tax
- Insurance
- Pick-Up Service
You can get to the area near Massing Works by taking a local bus (Takushoku Bus) from Obihiro. We will provide transportation from the nearest bus stop, Riding Park (Shikaoi Town), to the kennels.
Please check the Takushoku Bus operating hours before applying.
- Payment
Prepayment by credit card
Notes
- If the tour cannot proceed due to heavy rain, lightning, wind, or blizzard, we will cancel the tour and inform you.
- The tour dates may be changed or cancelled if there is not enough snow due to unseasonal weather or other reasons.
- The tour may be cancelled midway for safety or other reasons at the discretion of the guide.
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Driving a dog sled is an outdoor activity that carries the risk of injury (cuts, bruises, sprains, fractures, dislocations, etc.), just like skiing and snowboarding. Please understand that we do not allow children under the age of 6 to participate. In addition, when carrying children, the main driver must have a good sense of balance. Please think carefully before making a reservation, especially if you have no experience with snow sports such as skiing.
Cancellation / Changes
- A cancellation fee of 100% is charged if cancelled 7 days or less before the event. If a cancellation is made because of injury or illness, we will refund 50% of the tour fee if a medical certificate is presented.
- A cancellation fee of 50% is charged if cancelled 14 days or less before the event
- Location
Shikaoi
- Available Period
Late December ~ Mid-March
- Duration
~1 hour
- Fee
Date
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Person
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Reserve now, pay later!
Clicking "Book" will send a request to the guide. If they have availability, you will receive a payment link to confirm your reservation.
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