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in Hokkaido, Japan
The Shiretoko Peninsula is home to many waterfalls, strangely shaped rocks, and animals.
Brown bears have a very strong bond with their cubs. The mother bear sometimes has a small cub with her.
The cruiser has an open deck. If the weather is nice, please go outside and enjoy the view. We also lend out bench coats if it gets chilly.
The fun of cruising doesn't end with searching for brown bears: you might even encounter whales or dolphins.
Shiretoko Peninsula Cruise- Rusha Course
- Location
Shiretoko
- Available Period
Late April~ Late October
- Duration
~2 hours
- Fee
Date
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Person
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- Note:
- Bookings are received as requests for your preferred date and time.
The guide will contact you to confirm whether your booking can be accommodated after reviewing the details. - Reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis. Even if you are able to submit the booking form, the program may already be fully booked. We appreciate your understanding in advance.
Tour Highlights
- Search for brown bears in the bear habitat of “Rusha”!
- Enjoy the great outdoors, including waterfalls and strange rock formations, on a comfortable cruise
- Experience Shiretoko, a World Heritage Site, as seen from the sea
This is a popular boat cruise course with a high probability of spotting wild brown bears every year! (The sighting rate is over 80%)
Enjoy a comfortable cruise while searching for brown bears.
You can see brown bears most often on the Shiretoko Peninsula’s Rusha Bay, which is the turning point of the Rusha Course and a must-visit for the Shiretoko Cape Course.
The Shiretoko Peninsula is home to waterfalls, strangely shaped rocks, and many animals. You can see natural monuments such as white-tailed eagles, Japanese cormorants, pelican cormorants, Yezo deer, and brown bears, and sometimes you can encounter dolphins, killer whales, whales, and seals.
This pristine world that can only be reached by boat is waiting for you, and all of our staff will use their many years of sailing experience to ensure that visitors to Shiretoko can enjoy the great outdoors.
- Minimum numbers of passengers to depart: 7
- Children under 6 years old are free
- Children must be accompanied by a guardian
Meeting Location
GOJIRAIWA KANKO Utoro Office
- Please arrive 30 minutes before departure
Meeting Address
51 Utorohigashi, Shari, Shari District, Hokkaido 099-4355
What to Bring & Wear
- Rainwear in case of bad weather
Overview
- Available Period
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Late April~ Late October
- Duration
~2 hours
1) 10:00 departure
2) 14:30 departurePlease arrive and check-in 30 minutes before departure.
- Fee
Adults (ages 13 and older): 8,700yen
Children: 4,350yen
- What's Included
- Guide
- Insurance
- Consumption tax
- Payment
Prepayment by credit card
Notes
- Please note that the scheduled time may change due to the sailing schedules
- We ask that customers call to confirm their reservation the day before their cruise date. Please call the number in confirmation email.
- Due to the wind direction, you may get wet. Please be aware and be careful of your cameras, phones, and clothing.
- In rainy weather you may get wet depending on where you stand on the boat. We recommend bringing rain wear.
- Boarding will be on a first-come, first-served basis, but we also give priority to elderly people and people with disabilities. Please inform a member of staff before boarding.
Cancellation / Changes
Please cancel by the day before the cruise
Reviews(3)
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I saw a brown bear.
I participated with my family. I get seasick so I was worried before boarding, but the staff on board were easy to talk to and the atmosphere was good so I was able to board with peace of mind. I was able to see three brown bears, one of which I saw running. The binoculars lent out for free were useful. I was glad that I didn't get seasick, which I was worried about. (This review has been machine translated) -
Next time in cooler weather!
I have participated in this tour every few years to see brown bears from the sea. The last two times, I was able to see brown bears consecutively during the slightly cold season (I think it was around September). Last time, I was thrilled to see a group of brown bears that were so numerous, but the cold weather was a bit of a problem, so this year I made a reservation aiming for the scorching summer season! I was really looking forward to it, but all I could see was the back of a very small brown bear, which was very far away. It was a bit disappointing, but according to the staff's explanation, brown bears hide in the shade of the trees in the hot midsummer and don't come out, and they become more active when it cools down, so if you want to see brown bears, I recommend going when it gets a little chilly! However, please bring a winter coat that you really shouldn't underestimate the cold weather measures. Of course, I was very satisfied because I was able to see the back of a brown bear. (This review has been machine translated)
- Location
Shiretoko
- Available Period
Late April~ Late October
- Duration
~2 hours
- Fee
Date
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Person
Select
- Note:
- Bookings are received as requests for your preferred date and time.
The guide will contact you to confirm whether your booking can be accommodated after reviewing the details. - Reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis. Even if you are able to submit the booking form, the program may already be fully booked. We appreciate your understanding in advance.
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Godzilla Rock was also amazing.
We participated as a family with children (elementary school students) who were transferred from Sapporo. Although it was unfortunate with light rain, we were able to see a mother and baby bear, and it became a very fond memory. I would like to go during drift ice season too - it's cold though lol (This review has been machine translated) -
I saw a brown bear.
I participated with my family. I get seasick so I was worried before boarding, but the staff on board were easy to talk to and the atmosphere was good so I was able to board with peace of mind. I was able to see three brown bears, one of which I saw running. The binoculars lent out for free were useful. I was glad that I didn't get seasick, which I was worried about. (This review has been machine translated) -
Next time in cooler weather!
I have participated in this tour every few years to see brown bears from the sea. The last two times, I was able to see brown bears consecutively during the slightly cold season (I think it was around September). Last time, I was thrilled to see a group of brown bears that were so numerous, but the cold weather was a bit of a problem, so this year I made a reservation aiming for the scorching summer season! I was really looking forward to it, but all I could see was the back of a very small brown bear, which was very far away. It was a bit disappointing, but according to the staff's explanation, brown bears hide in the shade of the trees in the hot midsummer and don't come out, and they become more active when it cools down, so if you want to see brown bears, I recommend going when it gets a little chilly! However, please bring a winter coat that you really shouldn't underestimate the cold weather measures. Of course, I was very satisfied because I was able to see the back of a brown bear. (This review has been machine translated)
Godzilla Rock was also amazing.