Ice Fishing & Dogsledding Day Trip
The Ice Fishing & Dogsledding Day Trip combines 2 of our most popular outdoor winter activities that will be the highlight of your trip to Hokkaido. We’ll start the day by driving north of Sapporo to Lake Shinotsu, a small delta lake fed from an adjoining river. You’ll receive instructions on how to fish for smelt, all necessary fishing gear and a heated hut for your group, so you can fish comfortably on the frozen ice. Any smelt you catch can be prepared at a nearby restaurant tempura-style for a nominal fee. From here, we’ll drive an hour north to Asahikawa and stop for lunch at a restaurant of your choice, such as the famous Ramen Village which houses Asahikawa’s best ramen brands. In the afternoon, we’ll go dogsledding over a 7 km course through snowy fields & forests. Mushers will each have a chance to drive the sled while being pulled by a team of friendly & energetic mixed-husky dogs. A lead snowmobile carries the other group members and provides a great vantage point for photography. Lastly, we’ll make a quick visit to a century-old local sake brewery to learn about the ancient art of sake brewing. We hope that this day trip will be a lasting memory of your time in Hokkaido.
Included in the price of this tour is:
✔ Ice fishing at Lake Shinotsu, where any fish caught can be prepared at a nearby restaurant
✔ Trying Asahikawa’s shouyu ramen at the Ramen Village, a specialty ramen known across Hokkaido (self-pay); other lunch options also available
✔ Dogsledding on a 7 km course through snowy fields & forests, while a lead snowmobile ensures safety & offers great photo opportunities for the waiting group members
✔ Learning about the ancient art of sake brewing at the century-old Otokoyama Sake Brewery, with free samples & purchases available
Included in the price of this tour is:
✔ Ice fishing at Lake Shinotsu, where any fish caught can be prepared at a nearby restaurant
✔ Trying Asahikawa’s shouyu ramen at the Ramen Village, a specialty ramen known across Hokkaido (self-pay); other lunch options also available
✔ Dogsledding on a 7 km course through snowy fields & forests, while a lead snowmobile ensures safety & offers great photo opportunities for the waiting group members
✔ Learning about the ancient art of sake brewing at the century-old Otokoyama Sake Brewery, with free samples & purchases available
|
|
This tour includes:
✔ Tour guided by an English-speaking nature guide ✔ Private transportation in 4wd vehicle ✔ Pick-up & drop-off at any location in Sapporo ✔ Participation & entry fees for all activities listed in the itinerary ✔ Ice fishing, dogsledding, sake brewery tour & more ✔ Quality photos provided following the tour |
Ice Fishing & Dogsledding Day Trip Itinerary
Please contact us via our Day Trips Preferences Form for a full tour itinerary
Recommended Months: Early January to Early March
Please contact us via our Day Trips Preferences Form for a full tour itinerary
Recommended Months: Early January to Early March
What is included in this tour:
✔ Tour guided by an English-speaking nature guide
✔ Private transportation in 4wd vehicle
✔ Pick-up & drop-off at any location in Sapporo
✔ Participation & entry fees for all activities listed in the itinerary
✔ Ice fishing, dogsledding, sake brewery tour & more
✔ Quality photos provided following the tour
What is not included in this tour:
✔ Tour guided by an English-speaking nature guide
✔ Private transportation in 4wd vehicle
✔ Pick-up & drop-off at any location in Sapporo
✔ Participation & entry fees for all activities listed in the itinerary
✔ Ice fishing, dogsledding, sake brewery tour & more
✔ Quality photos provided following the tour
What is not included in this tour:
- Meals
Tour Name: Ice Fishing & Dogsledding Day Trip
Tour Type: Private Day Trip
Price: ¥104,800
Sales Tax: ¥10,480
Total Tour Price: ¥115,300
* Tour price is based on a 2 person group; please inquire for exact quotes on other group sizes
* For dogsledding, early bookings are strongly recommended as dates are often booked-out
Tour Type: Private Day Trip
Price: ¥104,800
Sales Tax: ¥10,480
Total Tour Price: ¥115,300
* Tour price is based on a 2 person group; please inquire for exact quotes on other group sizes
* For dogsledding, early bookings are strongly recommended as dates are often booked-out
What to Bring: Essentials
Insulated boots ∙ winter jacket / snow pants / leggings / winter hat / thick gloves / muffler / non-cotton socks / thermal layers
We’ll send you a winter essentials checklist after booking. If you have any questions, ask us!
Our Guiding Policy
Paramount for HNT tours is the safety and well-being of our clients. Our extensive experience in the mountains of Hokkaido and internationally gives us a profound respect for the powers of nature, and we will not hesitate to alter a trip if we encounter adverse weather conditions. All scheduled plans in the itinerary are subject to change according to safety conditions. Your safety is truly our top-priority.
Disclaimer
We take great care in creating the ultimate tours for our guests which are uniquely matched to their preferences. We will endeavor to follow the itinerary to the greatest possible measure, however, due to weather conditions, guest safety, or unexpected delays in the course of a tour, we cannot guarantee that every activity on the itinerary will be completed. HNT is not responsible if aspects of a tour cannot be achieved. If a tour prematurely ends because of an inability to continue due to reasons attributable to HNT, a refund will be provided for any missed tour activities, not including reservation payments that cannot be refunded from tour operators or other establishments.
Deposit & Cancellation Policy
A minimum 50% deposit must be received no later than 30 days before the start of a tour. The remainder can be paid in cash upon arrival. Cancellations by any participants made by 30 days before the start of a tour are eligible for a 50% refund; Cancellations by any participants made within 30 days of a tour are not eligible for a refund.
Insulated boots ∙ winter jacket / snow pants / leggings / winter hat / thick gloves / muffler / non-cotton socks / thermal layers
We’ll send you a winter essentials checklist after booking. If you have any questions, ask us!
Our Guiding Policy
Paramount for HNT tours is the safety and well-being of our clients. Our extensive experience in the mountains of Hokkaido and internationally gives us a profound respect for the powers of nature, and we will not hesitate to alter a trip if we encounter adverse weather conditions. All scheduled plans in the itinerary are subject to change according to safety conditions. Your safety is truly our top-priority.
Disclaimer
We take great care in creating the ultimate tours for our guests which are uniquely matched to their preferences. We will endeavor to follow the itinerary to the greatest possible measure, however, due to weather conditions, guest safety, or unexpected delays in the course of a tour, we cannot guarantee that every activity on the itinerary will be completed. HNT is not responsible if aspects of a tour cannot be achieved. If a tour prematurely ends because of an inability to continue due to reasons attributable to HNT, a refund will be provided for any missed tour activities, not including reservation payments that cannot be refunded from tour operators or other establishments.
Deposit & Cancellation Policy
A minimum 50% deposit must be received no later than 30 days before the start of a tour. The remainder can be paid in cash upon arrival. Cancellations by any participants made by 30 days before the start of a tour are eligible for a 50% refund; Cancellations by any participants made within 30 days of a tour are not eligible for a refund.
