Family Rafting in Jozankei (Summer) / Sapporo

Sapporo, Hokkaido Safety measures 1.5 hours (Approx) (Transfer time(Sapporo-Jozankei): 1.0hour/trip) Offered in: English What you will do Board a large rafting boat and float down the calm Toyohira River. An experienced guide will steer the boat, so you can enjoy yourself just by being on board. People of all ages, from one-year-olds to grandparents, can enjoy this activity. Lean out of the boat to look for creatures, enjoy the scenery as you float along, or even jump into the river... it gently stimulates children's curiosity. Of course, it is also recommended for adults who want to slowly admire the beautiful gorge of Jozankei. As a paid option, we also offer private round-trip transportation in a Toyota Alphard from central Sapporo. - [Tour Flow] 07:00/10:30/13:00 Pick up at your hotel in Sapporo 08:10/11:40/14:10 Meeting with rafting guides 08:30/12:00/14:30 Safety lecture & Preparation 09:00/12:30/15:00 Start of Rafting 10:30/14:00/16:30 End of Rafting 10:45/14:15/16:45 Pickup 12:00/15:30/18:00 Drop off at your hotel in Sapporo Duration mid May - mid NOV Price [Rafting Tour] 9,500 yen/person (13-100yrs) 8,500 yen/person (1-12yrs) *Please be sure to book for 2 or more people. [Private transfer(Round-trip)] 25,000 yen/vehicle (Up to 5 passengers.) Age 1 yrs+ Schedule 09:00-10:40 12:30-14:10 15:00-16:40 *The duration may vary slightly depending on the number of participants and river conditions. (90-120 mins) What's Included Equipment (Boat、lifejacket、paddle) English-speaking tour guide All taxes Insurance fee Pickup and dropoff service (*Paid option) (from & to your hotel in the central area of Sapporo) Lunch Drinks Departure & Return Departure Point Location: Your hotel in the central area of Sapporo Return Details: Location: Your hotel in the central area of Sapporo Things to know 1. Guest requirements -1 yrs+. Children under the age of 15 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. -Those who are under the influence of alcohol or who are pregnant cannot participate in the tour. -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. -Please take off your accessories and watches before joining the tour. (Please note that in the unlikely event that the item is damaged or lost, we cannot guarantee it.) -Please sign the consent form before participating in the tour. -There are no toilets on the riverbank. Please be sure to complete this before the tour. -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. The level is beginner or middle 2. What to bring - Change of clothes, including underwear - Clothes that can get wet, appropriate for the season - Shoes that can get wet or sandals with heels (Crocs are not allowed as they tend to come off easily) - Towel - Waterproof smartphone case (a type that can be worn around the neck is recommended) * Due to the small size of the changing rooms, we recommend arriving already changed. * Rental shoes are available (300 yen) Clothing - April to May: Long-sleeved shirts and long pants, such as tracksuits or fleece jackets, are recommended for warmth. - June to September: Quick-drying synthetic T-shirts and shorts are recommended; depending on the temperature, a windbreaker or fleece jacket may be recommended for warmth. - October to November: Long-sleeved shirts and long pants, such as tracksuits or fleece jackets, are recommended for warmth. *Please refrain from wearing revealing clothing such as bikinis, as this may increase the risk of injury or insect bites. *Wetsuits and drysuits will be available for rent (free of charge) depending on the temperature on the day. 3. Safe and Secure -The rafting guide for this tour holds the following qualifications: 1. Hokkaido Outdoor Guide Qualification - Rafting Guide 2. Japan Rafting Association - Rafting Guide 3. Wilderness Advanced First Aid Advance Certified -Our rafting tour operator is covered by the domestic recreational insurance. Please fill in the name, address, contact phone number and date of birth of everyone in the participant list before the tour. Injuries that occur during the tour will be compensated within the scope of insurance. -If the staff deems it dangerous due to the weather, the event will be canceled. (Basically, tours will be held even in rainy weather.) -Please wear your Life Jacket at all times during the tour. -Staff will provide safety guidance, but please participate with full responsibility and awareness regarding your own actions during the tour. 4. Cancellation policy [Cancellation charges] ‐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.