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釧路市内発 日帰りバスツアー「ピリカ号&ホワイトピリカ号」釧路湿原・阿寒湖・摩周湖・屈斜路湖めぐり!阿寒摩周国立公園を1日で周遊<阿寒湖・釧路空港下車可>

You can see everything compactly in one day! 1日でコンパクトに全部見れる❗️

Reviewed by: 道東ラブ❤

Under the clear blue sky, we had an ambitious itinerary visiting Lake Mashu, Iouzan, Lake Kussharo, and Lake Akan. The guide's explanations were detailed and excellent, and their driving was skillful, allowing us to enjoy the trip with peace of mind. The price was also reasonable, making us feel like we got a great deal.

快晴の空の下、摩周湖、硫黄山、屈斜路、阿寒湖と欲張りなコース。ガイドさんのお話は詳しくてすごく良かったし、運転も上手で安心して旅を楽しむことが出来ました。お値段もお手頃でとっても得した気分です。

  • 摩周ブルー最高!

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Packages: 【ピリカ号】釧路市内で降車
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/11/09
Activity Date: 2019/11/03

釧路市内発 日帰りバスツアー「ピリカ号&ホワイトピリカ号」釧路湿原・阿寒湖・摩周湖・屈斜路湖めぐり!阿寒摩周国立公園を1日で周遊<阿寒湖・釧路空港下車可>

[Kushiro Departure] Bus Tour Pirika: Visit the Three Great Lakes - Lake Mashu, Lake Kussharo, and Lake Akan (Drop-off available at Lake Akan and Kushiro Airport) 【釧路発】バスツアー ピリカ号 摩周湖・屈斜路湖・阿寒湖 3大湖を巡る<阿寒湖・釧路空港下車可>

Reviewed by: びつけ

I participated in October. The guide's instructions were very satisfying, and the tour content was fulfilling. I think it was a great deal. I would like to visit during the snowy season as well.

10月に参加しました。ガイドさんの案内も大変満足のいくもので、充実したツアー内容でした。格安だと思います。雪の時期にも訪れたいと思います。

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Packages: 【ピリカ号】釧路空港で降車
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2019/11/09
Activity Date: 2019/10/19

釧路市内発 日帰りバスツアー「ピリカ号&ホワイトピリカ号」釧路湿原・阿寒湖・摩周湖・屈斜路湖めぐり!阿寒摩周国立公園を1日で周遊<阿寒湖・釧路空港下車可>

Good cost performance. Walking around Lake Akan is nice. コストパフォーマンスよし。阿寒湖の散策は徒歩

Reviewed by: Jing

For those who do not drive, tours like this are affordable, convenient, and helpful.

When staying at the Akan Lake Onsen, you can get dropped off by the bus near the accommodation, but in that case, you need to walk to the Eco Museum Center after leaving your luggage at the inn.

It seems that there is no direct bus stop at the Eco Museum Center, so I think it would have been nice if they provided clearer explanations regarding that.

The cost performance is good.

車を運転しない者にとっては、こういったツアーは安く便利で助かります。

阿寒湖温泉に宿泊する際は、その宿の近くでバスを降ろしていただけるのですが、その場合宿に荷物を置いてそこからエコミュージアムセンターへは徒歩で行く必要があります。

また直接バスでエコミュージアムセンターに停まるということもないようなので、そのあたりの説明を分かりやすく書いていただけるとよかったかなと思います。

コストパフォーマンスはグッドです。

  • 摩周湖は雨と霧と風で何も見えず

  • 硫黄山はユニークなところです

  • 屈斜路湖の砂湯は、飲める温泉なんてものもあります

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Packages: 【ピリカ号】阿寒湖温泉で降車
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2019/11/05
Activity Date: 2019/10/26

釧路市内発 日帰りバスツアー「ピリカ号&ホワイトピリカ号」釧路湿原・阿寒湖・摩周湖・屈斜路湖めぐり!阿寒摩周国立公園を1日で周遊<阿寒湖・釧路空港下車可>

Enjoy the three lakes and the autumn leaves! 三つの湖と紅葉を満喫!

Reviewed by: yayo

In mid-October, Hokkaido's autumn leaves are progressing, and as we travel by bus while enjoying the view from the window, we can see deer on the right, foxes on the left, cranes on both sides, and cranes flying in the sky. During the journey of about an hour and a half to Lake Mashu, I was able to see many animals, which made me truly feel that I was in Hokkaido. We were also blessed with good weather, and Lake Mashu, Lake Kussharo, and Lake Akan were all clear skies. The contrast with the autumn-colored mountains was beautiful. Since there was a guide on board who provided explanations at each sightseeing spot, it was definitely the right choice to ride the Pirika bus.

10月中旬の北海道は紅葉も進み、車窓からは紅葉を楽しみながらバスを進めていくと、右に鹿、左にはきつね、左右にタンチョウ、空には飛んでいるタンチョウなど、摩周湖に到着するまで約1時間半ちょっと間にたくさんの動物たち見ることが出来、北海道にいることを実感致しました。天気にも恵まれ、摩周湖、屈斜路湖、阿寒湖は快晴。紅葉の山とのコントラストもキレイでした。
ガイドさんが乗車していることをあり、観光地ごとに説明して下さるので、ピリカ号に乗って正解でした。

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Packages: 【ピリカ号】釧路市内で降車
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/10/22
Activity Date: 2019/10/16

釧路市内発 日帰りバスツアー「ピリカ号&ホワイトピリカ号」釧路湿原・阿寒湖・摩周湖・屈斜路湖めぐり!阿寒摩周国立公園を1日で周遊<阿寒湖・釧路空港下車可>

I highly recommend this tour to enjoy the winter in Eastern Hokkaido! 冬の道東を楽しむツアーとして、ぜひおすすめします!

Reviewed by: piko58

What seemed like just a lake tour turned out to be quite enjoyable, as each lake had its own unique features—some were frozen, some had swans, and some were shrouded in mist (like Lake Mashu).

I also learned for the first time during my visit that there was a winter festival at the frozen lake (I can't remember the name, maybe Lake Akan?), where I spontaneously rode a buggy (I went around twice!) and had fun on a banana boat. They were also doing smelt fishing. By the way, I received a discount coupon in the car, but it couldn't be used for the ticket I purchased.

The guide provided various information, and the scenery along the way was beautiful, so I never felt bored.

At Showa Shinzan, sulfur was blowing out from various spots on the snowy mountains, and it was quite charming to walk on the untouched new snow to get a closer look.

The temperature was below minus 10°C, but I didn't feel cold either inside the car or outside.

Some swans are used to people, so if you say "hello" and bow your head, some will bow back in greeting. (I think it was at Lake Mashu?)

I highly recommend this tour to enjoy winter in Eastern Hokkaido! I traveled alone, but I had an incredibly fun time!

単なる湖めぐりと思いきや、湖も三者(湖)三様で凍っているのもあり、白鳥がいるのもあり、霧がかっているのもあり(摩周湖)で楽しめました。

また実際に行って初めて知りましたが、凍っている湖(名前失念。阿寒湖?)では冬祭りをやっていて、急遽バギーに乗ったり(1周単位で2周しました!)、バナナボートでも楽しみました。わかさぎ釣りもやっていましたよ。
ちなみに車内で割引券をもらいましたが、私が買ったチケットには使えなかったです。

ガイドさんが色々案内してくれるし、途中の景色はきれいなので退屈しません。

昭和新山では雪山の所々から硫黄が吹き出ていて、足跡のついていない新雪を踏んで近くまで見に行くのもまた風情がありました。

気温はマイナス10℃以下でしたが、車内・屋外共に寒さを感じませんでした。

白鳥は人慣れしているコもいるので、「こんにちは。」と頭を下げると、こんにちは。と首を下げて挨拶してくれるコもいますよ。(摩周湖だったかな?)

冬の道東を楽しむツアーとして、ぜひおすすめします!
ひとり旅でしたが、相当楽しかったです!

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Packages: 【ホワイトピリカ号】釧路市内で降車(2021/1/8 - 3/21)
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2019/10/04
Activity Date: 2019/01/14

観光タクシー 釧路湿原散策 3時間コース 釧路港から発着の特別プラン!船を降りたらすぐ観光へ♪<釧路港発> by 金星釧路観光ハイヤー

It was very good! ✨ とても良かった✨

Reviewed by: ひとみの

The driver was very nice. The delicious katsu-don was the best part of the trip. Out of the 9 days on this cruise, it was the most delicious! ✨

運転手さんがとても良いかたでした。美味しい勝手丼も食べれて最高でした。今回の船旅9日間で、一番美味しかった✨です➰

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Thank you for your support during that time. I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed it. I will convey this to the crew as well. Also, please feel free to reach out when you come back here. Kinsui Kushiro Hire Co., Ltd.

その節はお世話になりました。喜んで頂けて幸いでございます。乗務員さんにもそのように伝えておきます。
又、こちらにお越しの際には宜しくお願い致します。 金星釧路ハイヤー(株)

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Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2019/09/10
Activity Date: 2019/09/03

釧路市内発 日帰りバスツアー「ピリカ号&ホワイトピリカ号」釧路湿原・阿寒湖・摩周湖・屈斜路湖めぐり!阿寒摩周国立公園を1日で周遊<阿寒湖・釧路空港下車可>

Recommended for those who choose not to drive. 車を運転しない選択の人にお薦め

Reviewed by: なかさん

The guide's explanation was very clear and easy to understand. For those who want to take their time at Lake Akan, it was mentioned that you can switch to a local bus to reach your final destination, which is great as it allows everyone to adjust according to their own plans. On the day I participated, I was very lucky to see both the misty Lake Mashu and the clear Lake Mashu. Coincidentally, I also spotted cranes, deer, and cows along the way, which was truly impressive—just like Hokkaido! For those getting off at Lake Akan, the bus will stop in front of the hotel, so you don't have to wander around looking for it with your luggage, making it very convenient.

ガイドさんの、案内があり、とてもよくわかりました。
阿寒湖でゆっくり時間を使いたい人は路線バスに乗り換えて最終目的地迄移動してOKということでしたので、各自の予定にあわせられるので、良いと思います。
参加した日は、霧の摩周湖と、霧が晴れた摩周湖を見れ、とてもラッキーでした。
偶然にも、鶴、鹿、牛と移動の途中の道で見れて、さすが北海道!と感動しました
阿寒湖で、下車する人は、ホテル前にバスを止めてくれます。荷物をもって、うろうろホテルを探さなくて良いので楽チンですよ

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Packages: 【ピリカ号】阿寒湖温泉で降車
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2019/09/07
Activity Date: 2019/08/28

釧路市内発 日帰りバスツアー「ピリカ号&ホワイトピリカ号」釧路湿原・阿寒湖・摩周湖・屈斜路湖めぐり!阿寒摩周国立公園を1日で周遊<阿寒湖・釧路空港下車可>

It was perfect for going to Lake Akan! 阿寒湖行くのにぴったりでした!

Reviewed by: いついつ

I found this tour while looking for routes to Lake Akan. The guide was kind, and I was very satisfied because we were able to visit various places while reaching our destination.

阿寒湖に行くルートを探していたらこちらのツアーを見つけました。
ガイドさんも親切でしたし、いろいろ巡りながら目的地に到着できたので大満足でした。

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Packages: 【ピリカ号】阿寒湖温泉で降車
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2019/08/25
Activity Date: 2019/08/23

Lake Mashu, Kussharo & Akan Scenic Excursions by Bus from Kushiro

Good tour

Reviewed by: Nicola

The tour is well organized, you have enough time for each stop (maybe the last stop in Lake Akana could be longer than 2 hours, given that is during lunch time).
The japanese guide speaks too much (I don't understand japanese so I cannot judge the quality of the informations she gives to the participants), is it impossibile to have a minute of silence when on board.

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Packages: Drop-off at Kushiro (Apr 25 to Nov 8, 2020)
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2019/08/14
Activity Date: 2019/08/11

釧路市内発 日帰りバスツアー「ピリカ号&ホワイトピリカ号」釧路湿原・阿寒湖・摩周湖・屈斜路湖めぐり!阿寒摩周国立公園を1日で周遊<阿寒湖・釧路空港下車可>

The weather is important. 天候は重要です

Reviewed by: おとう56

On August 9, 2019, I participated with my 84-year-old mother. While the bad weather was unavoidable, it was still disappointing. At the first stop, Lake Mashu, it was unfortunate that the strong winds broke our umbrella. At the final stop, Lake Akan, it was good that the bus guide and the driver cooperated to pick up a foreign guest who was late for the meeting time (they seemed to have been waiting about 200 meters ahead). I hope they can come up with creative solutions in preparation for the Rugby World Cup and the Olympics (those heading to the airport must have been anxious).

2019/8/9(金)に84歳の母と参加しました。
天候が悪いのは仕方ないですが、やっぱり残念です。
最初の立ち寄り地の摩周湖で、強風のため、傘も壊れるなど残念でした。
最終立ち寄り地の阿寒湖で集合時刻に間に合わなかった(200mほど先で待っていたみたい)外国の方をバスガイドさんとドライバーの方が協力して一回りしてピックアップしたのは良かったです。ラグビーワールドカップやオリンピックに向けて、工夫して対応して欲しいですね(空港に寄る人はドキドキだった)。

  • 雨の摩周湖

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Packages: 【ピリカ号】釧路市内で降車
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2019/08/12
Activity Date: 2019/08/09

釧路市内発 日帰りバスツアー「ピリカ号&ホワイトピリカ号」釧路湿原・阿寒湖・摩周湖・屈斜路湖めぐり!阿寒摩周国立公園を1日で周遊<阿寒湖・釧路空港下車可>

I recommend it. おすすめです

Reviewed by: Y.M.

I used this tour for a solo trip. Since I was taking a JAL flight in the evening around 8 PM, I arranged to transfer to the "Akan Airport Liner" departing at 4:50 PM. The guide was very kind and showed me to the bus center, where I was able to store my luggage. Thanks to that, I had more than an hour and a half of free time instead of the usual two hours, allowing me to have a meal, take a stroll, and enjoy a hot spring around Lake Akan. By the way, I used a coupon I received when exchanging my ticket, which allowed me to enter the hot spring at a discount. Additionally, I was very lucky to see several wild red-crowned cranes, foxes, and wild deer during the scenic bus ride.

1人旅の弾丸旅行で、このツアーを利用しました。
帰りは夜20時台のJAL便を利用するため、16:50発の「阿寒エアポートライナー」に乗り換えることにしてもらいました。ガイドさんはとても親切な方でバスセンターまで案内してくれて、荷物もバスセンターに預けてもらいました。おかげで通常プランの2時間より1時間半以上のフリータイムをもらい、阿寒湖周辺で食事したり、散策したり、温泉に入ったりすることができました。ちなみに、チケット交換の際にもらったクーポンを利用したら、温泉は安く入れます。また、今回は車窓観光で野生の丹頂鶴数羽、キツネ、野生の鹿なども見られてとてもラッキーでした。

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Packages: 【ピリカ号】釧路空港で降車
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2019/07/29
Activity Date: 2019/07/27

釧路市内発 日帰りバスツアー「ピリカ号&ホワイトピリカ号」釧路湿原・阿寒湖・摩周湖・屈斜路湖めぐり!阿寒摩周国立公園を1日で周遊<阿寒湖・釧路空港下車可>

I had a great time. 楽しめました

Reviewed by: namik

Although Lake Mashu wasn't clear, I'm glad I could see its shape. At Lake Akan, it's possible to get off the bus to take a sightseeing boat and then return to Kushiro by regular bus.

摩周湖も晴れてはいませんが、姿を望めてよかったです。阿寒湖では遊覧船乗るために途中下車をして、定期バスで釧路まで戻る事も可能です。

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Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2019/07/23
Activity Date: 2019/07/21

Hokkaido Crane Viewing Taxi Transfer from Kushiro

Convenient way to get close to the main viewing spots

Reviewed by: Chris

The taxi driver was early and already waiting when I arrived from my train from Shiretoko. Visited the Kushiro Marsh Observatory (1st place to go), Otowabashi roosting grounds (3rd), Tsuruimidai (2nd) and Tancho Observation Center (4th) feeding grounds. Roughly 20 min trip from station and back from the first/last places to visit. Overall a very good daytrip and highly recommend if you want a convenient way of getting around the main to-go viewing crane spots.

Driver provided quite a bit of information about the itinerary/birds/places via translation through mobile app. For birders, I would advise to stay as little time in the observatory and try to time your departure with the feeding times at the feeding grounds (which are done around 9:00 and 14:00, in the two feeding centers above), as the birds mostly leave elsewhere once the food runs out (the Tancho observation center seem to have a larger pack). Also, you may see cranes while you are moving around in the taxi. I did not see any cranes in the roosting grounds as I was told by the driver the birds go out to eat early in the morning, and return only after eating, around sunset.

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Chris



Although it is every day since it is bred in the Japanese crane nature park

Since the Japanese crane lives in being untaught, we do not know to be able to meet when and where, either.

Since food will be lost if winter comes, I gather in a Japanese crane feeding area.

I am sorry as it was not able to meet this time

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Packages: 3 hour course
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2019/07/22
Activity Date: 2019/02/13

釧路市内発 日帰りバスツアー「ピリカ号&ホワイトピリカ号」釧路湿原・阿寒湖・摩周湖・屈斜路湖めぐり!阿寒摩周国立公園を1日で周遊<阿寒湖・釧路空港下車可>

The Pirika boat tours Lake Sandai. ピリカ号 三代湖を巡る

Reviewed by: 名無しの権兵衛

One of the things I was looking forward to was seeing Lake Kussharo from Bihoro Pass, but it wasn't included in this tour. I didn't look closely at the itinerary, so it's my fault, but I really hope they include it even if it means raising the tour price.

美幌峠から、屈斜路湖を見るのがたのしみのひとつだったが、このツアーにはふくまれていなかった。詳しくコースを見ていなかったので、しょうがないが、ツアー代を上げてもぜひ含めて欲しい。

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Packages: 【ピリカ号】釧路空港で降車
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2019/07/20
Activity Date: 2019/07/18

釧路市内発 日帰りバスツアー「ピリカ号&ホワイトピリカ号」釧路湿原・阿寒湖・摩周湖・屈斜路湖めぐり!阿寒摩周国立公園を1日で周遊<阿寒湖・釧路空港下車可>

It was amazing. 最高でした

Reviewed by: Rin

After seeing the tour reviews, my husband and I decided to sign up. The duration at each location was just right—not too short and not too long. For the return trip from Akan to Kushiro Airport/city, we were able to switch to a route bus according to each participant's itinerary and flight preferences, which I thought was a very thoughtful and kind plan. (It seems that there is a shuttle service for those staying in Akan.)

Regarding the wetlands, my husband and I felt that we could see them beautifully from a better angle than on the Norokko train. During our free time in Akan, we were able to relax in the hot springs at the New Akan Hotel's Sky Garden Spa while enjoying a magnificent view of nature and the lake, which was truly healing.

The guide and driver were also very pleasant, making this bus tour highly recommended!

ツアーの評価を見て、夫婦で申し込みました。
コースは、各所の滞在時間が短かすぎず長すぎずちょうどよかったですし、阿寒から釧路空港/市内までの復路は、それぞれの参加者の行程や飛行機など希望にあわせて路線バスに乗り換えることもでき、非常に親切で考え抜かれたプランだと思いました。
(阿寒宿泊者は、ホテルまでの送迎があるようです)

湿原に関しては、ノロッコ号より、よい角度から美しくみることができたというのが夫婦の感想です。また阿寒のフリータイムでは、ニュー阿寒ホテルの天空ガーデンスパで雄大な自然と湖を一望しながら温泉に入ることができ、大自然に癒されて帰ってきました。

ガイドさん、運転手さんも感じがよく、オススメのバスツアーです!

  • ニュー阿寒ホテル。阿寒湖をのぞむ展望風呂が素晴らしかったです

  • 摩周湖

  • 硫黄山

  • 硫黄山

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Posted on: 2019/07/18
Activity Date: 2019/07/16

釧路市内発 日帰りバスツアー「ピリカ号&ホワイトピリカ号」釧路湿原・阿寒湖・摩周湖・屈斜路湖めぐり!阿寒摩周国立公園を1日で周遊<阿寒湖・釧路空港下車可>

Enjoying the great outdoors! 大自然を満喫!

Reviewed by: NAOMI

It was my first solo trip to Kushiro, and since I don't have a driver's license, I was looking for a good tour to explore the area. After enjoying the view of Kushiro Wetland from the car window, I was able to visit Lake Mashu, Lake Kussharo, Iouzan, and Sunayu, fully immersing myself in nature. ♡

I thought the time at each point might be short, but in reality, there was enough time to peek into souvenir shops and take a little break to enjoy some snacks. (^^)

I was able to tour with another solo traveler, which made for a very enjoyable experience. The guide also shared stories about the history and culture of each place, making it fun even for those traveling alone. ♡

We were able to see wild Ezo deer here and there, and everyone was really excited. (laughs) Thank you so much!

はじめての釧路ひとり旅でしたが、車の免許がないため、あちこち見てまわるのに良いツアーは無いか探していました。
釧路湿原を車窓から眺めた後、摩周湖、屈斜路湖、硫黄山、砂湯などをまわることができて、大自然を満喫できました♡
各ポイントの時間が短いかなぁと思っていましたが、実際にはお土産屋さんをのぞいたり、ちょっと休憩しておやつを食べるくらいの時間はありました(^^)

同じくひとり旅で来られていた方とご一緒にまわることができて、とても楽しいツアーとなりました。
ガイドさんも、各地の歴史や文化のお話をしてくださり、ひとりでも楽しめます♡

ところどころ、野生のエゾ鹿などを見ることができて、みんな大興奮でした(笑)
本当にありがとうございました!

  • 摩周湖 霧で見えない日もあるなか、バッチリ見えました!

  • 硫黄の吹き出す、硫黄山!

  • 休憩スペースで食べたカボチャまんじゅうと地元の牛乳。美味しかったです!

  • 近くに温泉も湧いているようです(^^)

  • 屈斜路湖の砂湯。湖のほとりが、温泉湧いていて、砂を貼ると温泉が出てきます!

  • あたたかいお湯と、湖の水が混ざり合います。

  • 最後の阿寒湖アイヌ村で食べたエゾシカ肉のどんぶり!アッサリしたお肉に甘いタレが絶品。美味しかったです。

  • アイヌの村、フクロウは神様だとのこと♡

  • 阿寒湖の森。

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2019/07/18
Activity Date: 2019/07/16

釧路市内発 日帰りバスツアー「ピリカ号&ホワイトピリカ号」釧路湿原・阿寒湖・摩周湖・屈斜路湖めぐり!阿寒摩周国立公園を1日で周遊<阿寒湖・釧路空港下車可>

Fun trip 楽しい旅

Reviewed by: K.N

The cute bus guide kindly showed us around. When we finally arrived at Lake Mashu, the sun peeked through the clouds, and we could see Nakanojima clearly. A chipmunk also showed its face. At Lake Akan, we took a stroll along the lakeside and enjoyed the nature.

可愛いバスガイドさんが、親切に案内してくれました。念願の摩周湖につくと薄日が射して、中之島も良く見えました。シマリスも顔を見せました。阿寒湖では湖畔を散策し、自然を満喫しました。

  • 摩周湖

  • 阿寒湖エコミュージアムセンターでマリモを見学

  • 阿寒湖畔のボッケ

  • mooで下車後、ガイドさん紹介の幣舞橋「四季の像」を見学

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Posted on: 2019/07/02
Activity Date: 2019/06/29

釧路市内発 日帰りバスツアー「ピリカ号&ホワイトピリカ号」釧路湿原・阿寒湖・摩周湖・屈斜路湖めぐり!阿寒摩周国立公園を1日で周遊<阿寒湖・釧路空港下車可>

Eastern Hokkaido Tour 道東周遊

Reviewed by: キーパー

I am satisfied that I can visit important locations such as Lake Mashu, Lake Kussharo, and Lake Akan. When taking a sightseeing boat at Lake Akan, although I may not make it in time for the bus, there is a system in place that allows me to catch the next scheduled boat, which shows consideration. It seems that there is also coordination for luggage, making it a plan that allows for plenty of enjoyment.

摩周湖・屈斜路湖・阿寒湖と重要拠点が回れることに満足感がある。阿寒湖で遊覧船に乗る場合、バスの時間に間に合わないが後続の定期便に乗れる運用がされており配慮されている。荷物の連携もされるようであり、存分に楽しめるプランである。

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2019/06/20
Activity Date: 2019/06/16

釧路市内発 日帰りバスツアー「ピリカ号&ホワイトピリカ号」釧路湿原・阿寒湖・摩周湖・屈斜路湖めぐり!阿寒摩周国立公園を1日で周遊<阿寒湖・釧路空港下車可>

The Pirika bus tour is the best for efficiently visiting places like Lake Akan and Lake Mashu. バスツアーピリカ号は効率的に阿寒湖、摩周湖等回るのに最高

Reviewed by: 70代よっちゃん

I wanted to see Lake Mashu at least once, so I took the trip. I had planned to go from Kushiro to Lake Mashu and then to Lake Akan by JR train or local bus, but it was difficult to transfer due to time constraints. When I departed, Kushiro was cloudy, and the bus was driving through fog. I thought I wouldn't be able to see Lake Mashu because of the fog, but luckily it cleared up quickly. It was mystical and wonderful. I also got to see Iouzan up close, and the smell of sulfur was strong. Although Lake Kussharo and Lake Akan were also cloudy, I was glad to see them up close. I would like to go again.

摩周湖を一度見たかったので乗車しました。釧路からJRや路線バスで摩周湖から阿寒湖に行こうと計画しましたが、乗り継ぎが時間的に難しいためです。出発時釧路は曇って、途中バスが霧の中を走行していて、摩周湖は行っも霧で見えないと思っていましたが、すぐに霧が晴れてラッキーでした。神秘的で素晴らしかったてす。また硫黄山も間近で見て硫黄のにおいがぷんぷんしてました。あと屈斜路湖、阿寒湖も曇っていましたが間近で見て良かったです。また行きたいと思いました。

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Posted on: 2019/06/11
Activity Date: 2019/06/08

釧路市内発 日帰りバスツアー「ピリカ号&ホワイトピリカ号」釧路湿原・阿寒湖・摩周湖・屈斜路湖めぐり!阿寒摩周国立公園を1日で周遊<阿寒湖・釧路空港下車可>

Rain

Reviewed by: ブチョウ

Due to the rain, I couldn't tell where Lake Mashu was, and while I was taking pictures of the squirrels, I had given up. Suddenly, the mist cleared, and I could see the lake and the island. After taking some photos, it quickly became hidden by the mist again. The guide's explanations were also great.

雨で、摩周湖も、何処が湖か、判らず、栗鼠の写真を撮って、諦めていたら、スーっと、霧が晴れて、湖も島も見えて、写真を撮ったら、又、直ぐに、霧に隠れた。ガイドの説明も良かった。

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Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2019/05/31
Activity Date: 2019/05/29

釧路市内発 日帰りバスツアー「ピリカ号&ホワイトピリカ号」釧路湿原・阿寒湖・摩周湖・屈斜路湖めぐり!阿寒摩周国立公園を1日で周遊<阿寒湖・釧路空港下車可>

A bus tour that allows you to explore efficiently even without a car. 車無しでも、効率的に周遊できるバスツアー。

Reviewed by: カッツェ

You can enjoy the view of the Kushiro Wetlands from the window of the bus, and then visit the observation deck of Lake Mashu, Iouzan in Teshikaga, Lake Kussharo, and Lake Akan. The stay at each location, except for Lake Akan, is about 20 to 30 minutes, which allows for a decent amount of sightseeing. If you want to take your time at Lake Akan, you can choose to get off the Pirika bus and take the evening local bus back to Kushiro (you can use your Pirika bus ticket for this).

However, the local bus takes about two hours to Kushiro, and there are no restroom breaks, so it might be a bit tough. The bus guide shares information about the local history and industries, as well as local songs, making the journey enjoyable. When foxes or deer appear, the bus stops for a moment to let everyone take a look.

About half of the passengers were foreigners, but there were also a few solo travelers. For those staying at Lake Akan, the bus will drop you off right in front of your hotel, and I think the Pirika bus offers a very reasonable and great tour.

釧路湿原を車窓から眺め、摩周湖の展望台、弟子屈の硫黄山、屈斜路湖、阿寒湖と周ります。阿寒湖以外のそれぞれの滞在時間は20~30分ですが、けっこうしっかり観光できます。阿寒湖でゆっくり観光したい方は、ピリカ号を降りて夕方の路線バスで釧路まで帰る選択もできます(ピリカ号のチケットで乗れます)。
ただ路線バスは釧路まで2時間ほどかかり、当然トイレ休憩も無いのでしんどいかも。
バスガイドさんは地域の歴史や産業の紹介から、ご当地ソングまで披露してくれて、飽きずに過ごせます。キツネや鹿が現れると、ちょっとの間バスを止めてくれました。
お客さんの半分くらいは外国人でしたが、一人参加の人もちらほらいました。
阿寒湖で宿泊する人は、宿泊ホテルの前で降ろしてくれるし、ピリカ号はとってもリーズナブルでいいツアーだと思います。

  • 集合時間に遅れないよう気をつけましょう。

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Posted on: 2019/05/19
Activity Date: 2019/05/17

釧路市内発 日帰りバスツアー「ピリカ号&ホワイトピリカ号」釧路湿原・阿寒湖・摩周湖・屈斜路湖めぐり!阿寒摩周国立公園を1日で周遊<阿寒湖・釧路空港下車可>

It was different from what I expected. 思っていたのとは違ってた

Reviewed by: うんざり

Akan Lake was quite desolate, and I found myself with too much free time for two hours. Thirty minutes would have been enough... I was disappointed. It was a very cold day, and I found a somewhat nice bakery where I wanted to have something warm to drink, but I was told the coffee maker was broken and they could only serve iced drinks. The staff was also very unfriendly... I had no good impression at all.

The other lakes were also desolate, which was disappointing.

On the bus, the tour guide kept talking non-stop, and the volume was loud and just annoying.

Such a disappointment.

阿寒湖は寂れてしまっていて、2時間のフリー時間ももて余してしまった。
30分もあれば充分・・
がっかり・・
とても寒い日で、少し小綺麗なパン屋を見つけてイートインで何か温かい物を飲みたくて入ったのに、コーヒーメーカーが故障でアイスしか出せないと言われ、店員もとてもとても無愛想で・・
良い印象は全く無し

他の湖も寂れていてがっかりだけ

バスの中ではバスガイドがひたすらしゃべりまくり、音量も大きくうるさいだけ

がっかりのがっかり

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Posted on: 2019/05/10
Activity Date: 2019/05/08

釧路市内発 日帰りバスツアー「ピリカ号&ホワイトピリカ号」釧路湿原・阿寒湖・摩周湖・屈斜路湖めぐり!阿寒摩周国立公園を1日で周遊<阿寒湖・釧路空港下車可>

Full of beautiful natural attractions. 美しい自然の見所満載

Reviewed by: ちいこ

Tsurumidai, the beautifully frozen and snow-covered Lake Mashu on a sunny day, the swans at Lake Kussharo, and the impressive Mount Iou were all highlights. I was very satisfied. The pork bowl for lunch was also delicious. I got off at Lake Akan, and both the guide and the driver were kind and made it a fun experience.

鶴見台、晴れた中氷結して雪化粧した摩周湖、屈斜路湖の白鳥、迫力ある硫黄山と見所満載でした。大満足。お昼の豚丼も美味しかった。阿寒湖下車しましたが、ガイドさんも運転手さんも親切で楽しかったです

  • 屈斜路湖の白鳥。入らなかったけど足湯もそばにある

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Posted on: 2019/02/27
Activity Date: 2019/02/25

Hokkaido Crane Viewing Taxi Transfer from Kushiro

tancho cranes

Reviewed by: janieddy

Mr. Ishida was prompt picking us up at curbside at 0900. {He was actually early} The drive was out to a rural part of Kushiro to various crane sanctuaries. The view at each of these places was outstanding. Mr. Ishida explained about the cranes & their revival from the brink of extinction. He had setup an itinerary but was not bound to it. We bypassed one sight, since we had seen it on a previous visit to Kushiro. With this change brought some spare time, so he took us around the seaport & made several stops at scenic points for photographs.

It was a memorable experience. Definitely a highlight in our trip to Hokkaido.

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Thank you.
The Ishida drivers are those who can boast most at our company.
It seemed that I satisfied the trip of Hokkaido.
I educate many good drivers and get everybody to be glad.
Moreover, I need your help well.
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Posted on: 2019/02/16
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Hokkaido Crane Viewing Taxi Transfer from Kushiro

A disappointing experience. A taxi ride not a tour

Reviewed by: Pamela Levene

I appreciate that you made it clear that the driver would not be able to speak English and he did try to use an app - but it was so dangerous as he tried to drive and look at his phone that we agreed that he would not do that.

So really what I got was a taxi ride not a private tour.

If the driver had any expertise about Kushiro's nature, he was not able to share it with me.

The first place we visited was basically a bridge with a view over a river, with a few cranes on the horizon.

I understand that this bridge is a famous viewing point. You could say that there are no guarantees where nature is concerned but judging by the fact that there were only two other people there, then I believe that this fact was knowable in advance and we should have gone somewhere else.

The second was a feeding station which did at least afford a view of a number of cranes. Here there were many other people viewing them too, even coaches (proving that - see above - it is possible to know where to go - and where not to)

However, I discovered after my visit, that there are set times for feeding the cranes, so surely I should have been advised about this and my arrival timed to coincide with the feeding.

There would have been much more activity, as birds arrived for the food ...

The third stop was at an observatory which was not very inspiring. And again there was hardly anyone there.

Apparently the roof viewpoint it a highlight but I guess that is in the summer months. In winter it was simply a barren landscape.

I travelled to Kushiro especially to see the cranes. All in all, a disappointing experience.

p.s. The taxi driver himself was courteous and I felt he was a very nice man, so this is NOT a complaint about him. The tour organisers should have put more thought into it - to justify calling it a tour.

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Use thank you for this time.
I think that it is good to grasp the occasional state well and to act flexibly since nature is a partner as it says. I keep in mind to carry out good advice for that.
Moreover, I am waiting to come.

  • Lucky I had a zoom lens!

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Posted on: 2019/02/15
Activity Date: 2019/02/12

Hokkaido Crane Viewing Taxi Transfer from Kushiro

非常愉悦的一次行程。

Reviewed by: lily

接待我们的司机是一位年纪很大的大叔,在日本开车的行业当中都是年龄较大的人。驾驶技术非常平稳。很有礼貌。语言上沟通不便,会使用翻译软件。

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出租司机老龄化前进着。可是,有驾驶技术。会话不懂言词,不过使用翻译机尽量打算明白。今后也请多关照。用个人电脑翻译了。

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Full Day Private Tour of the Akan Lakes from Kushiro

Wonderful Tour!

Reviewed by: Merry Bear

What a great tour! My tour guide was waiting for me with a sign when I got off the plane (which was delayed about 20 minutes). We went to the crane center where I could photograph the endangered Tancho, red-cranes cranes, and visit the center. My guide Inoue-San, was so professional, patient and an excellent driver on the snowy mountain roads. We visited Lake Akan, the beautiful caldera Lake Mashu and also Lake Kussharo, with wintering wild Whooper Swans along the shore. We also stopped to see steaming sulfur springs coming out of the bottom of a mountain, another wild crane viewing spot and the overlook of Kushiro Marsh. I was so happy I booked this tour, seeing the Tancho fulfilled a Bucket List item for me and the beautiful lakes and wild swans were icing on the cake. Thank you for such wonderful memories!

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I am glad to be very glad.
Similarly driver Inoue is glad.
Kushiro has a place which travels still more.
Moreover, please visit.
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Hokkaido Crane Viewing Taxi Transfer from Kushiro

Japan cranes

Reviewed by: Hawaii guy

Great tour to Kushiro area red crane observation points. We are not avid birders...just wanted to see the cranes close up. We were not disappointed. Visited 3 major sites where cranes congregated in January. Took in other sites on history, geology, ecology etc of the area. The weather cooperated for us, beautiful sunny day even if a bit cold, but it was mid January. Partner spoke some Japanese so it was helpful but our driver had a translator device which was also helpful. Great tour, lots of cranes...hundreds of them at each site...yes, really! Well worth the time and cost, and private taxi so much better than a big bus...a big bus wouldn't be able to get to some of the areas. Taxi is best way to go.

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Thank you for the review.
I am very glad to be impressed by the Japanese crane of Kushiro which it is proud of in the world.
The barrier of language also becomes somehow.
Moreover, please come to Kushiro.
Thank you very much.

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Posted on: 2019/01/21
Activity Date: 2019/01/19

釧路市内発 日帰りバスツアー「ピリカ号&ホワイトピリカ号」釧路湿原・阿寒湖・摩周湖・屈斜路湖めぐり!阿寒摩周国立公園を1日で周遊<阿寒湖・釧路空港下車可>

It was very good. とても良かったです。

Reviewed by: nishi

I was able to efficiently tour the lake and was very satisfied. I feel that it wouldn't be possible to do this in a rental car in terms of time. There were many cranes, and the view of Lake Mashu was excellent. Finally, I was able to get off at the airport, and I truly appreciate all the help.

効率的に湖をみてまわることができ、たいへん満足できました。レンタカーでは時間的にもこうはいかない気がします。タンチョウもたくさん、摩周湖も視界良好、最後は空港で下車できて、本当にお世話になりました。

  • 周辺の眺めも良かったです!

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Posted on: 2019/01/17
Activity Date: 2019/01/15

釧路市内発 日帰りバスツアー「ピリカ号&ホワイトピリカ号」釧路湿原・阿寒湖・摩周湖・屈斜路湖めぐり!阿寒摩周国立公園を1日で周遊<阿寒湖・釧路空港下車可>

Lake Mashu in the Mist 霧の摩周湖?

Reviewed by: ホエールズ

The weather was gloomy, but I was able to see Lake Mashu beautifully. After leaving Lake Mashu, we departed by bus, and soon the fog rolled in, turning everything completely white—what a lucky experience!

どんよりした天候でしたが、摩周湖綺麗に見ることができました。摩周湖を後にバスで出発どうでしょう、すぐ霧がかかり一面真っ白にラッキーでした

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Posted on: 2018/11/08
Activity Date: 2018/11/05