Relaxing rafting in Jozankei in winter / Sapporo
This tour offers a leisurely rafting trip down the Toyohira River in winter, allowing you to enjoy the magical beauty of Jozankei.
You'll descend the Toyohira River in winter, enveloped in an unbelievable tranquility compared to Sapporo. Unlike spring, when the water volume increases with snowmelt, or summer, when the water is a clear green, winter rafting offers a calm, relaxing, and peaceful experience.
In a world bathed in silvery-white light, you'll spot deer and other wild animals, and depending on the season, even icefalls. A fantastical landscape unfolds before you, like something out of a picture book.
The beauty and power of Jozankei, surrounded by snow, combine to create a luxurious and moving experience that is sure to impress you.
Round-trip transportation from central Sapporo is available as an optional extra, making this tour easily accessible from Sapporo.
| Duration | begin DEC - end MAR |
| Price |
[Rafting Tour] [Private transfer(Round-trip)] |
| Age | 3 yrs+ |
| Schedule | 09:00-10:30 11:30-13:00 14:00-15:30 *The duration may vary slightly depending on the number of participants and river conditions. |

-Please strictly adhere to the pick-up time. If you are late, we will treat it as a cancellation on the day without any refund.
-You can change your clothes in small size changing rooms, but it will be easier to prepare if you come dressed in clothes that will allow you to go to the river immediately.
-Due to the water temperature being generally low except on warm days from April to May and September to November, you may not be able to jump into the river.
- Warm clothing (winter clothing such as down jackets and ski suits, and thick socks are recommended)
- Snow boots (long, waterproof boots are recommended as you will need to walk through the river)
*Rental boots available (500 yen)
Clothing
- Warm clothing such as gloves, hat, and neck warmer
- Warm clothing (winter clothing such as down jackets and ski suits, and thick socks are recommended)
- Snow boots (long, waterproof boots are recommended as you will need to walk through the river)
*Rental boots available (500 yen)
1. Hokkaido Outdoor Guide Qualification - Rafting Guide
2. Japan Rafting Association - Rafting Guide
3. Wilderness Advanced First Aid Advance Certified
‐7 days before the tour start time: 50%
‐2 days before the tour start time: 100%
-You can cancel up to 7 days in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 7 days before the experience’s start time.
‐If you cancel less than 7 days before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
‐Any changes made less than 7 days before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
‐Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
‐This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
‐This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

