Highlights
Overview
Niseko/ Shikotsu/ Toya/ Noboribetsu
Available Daily
Pick-up available
What to expect
Packages
Packages
【June–Oct】Shared Rafting Tour
Total:
Price per Adult :
【June–Oct】Private 7-Person Boat Tour
Total:
Price per 1 Boat:
■Period: June 1 – October 19, 2025
■Duration: Approx. 3 hours (including travel and changing time)
*For June–October, the meeting point will be at the River Base.
Overview
Schedule
For Shuttle Users: Pick-up from Niseko, Hirafu Area, or JR Kutchan Station
For Those Arriving by Car: Meet at Lion River Base
Prepare with a dry suit or wet suit based on the season and weather.
■Dry Suit:
Rubber seals prevent water entry. Wear warm, long-sleeve clothing or fleece underneath.
■Wet Suit:
Ideal for hot days. Wear a swimsuit or undergarments underneath.
Transfer to Shiribetsu River by Private Vehicle
Start your adventure with a guide as you raft down the Shiribetsu River with Mount Yotei as a stunning backdrop. Experience the thrill of splashes and bumpy rapids!
The river's flow and water levels change daily depending on the weather and season. In wider sections of the river, take a break from paddling and enjoy the refreshing breeze.
Rafting is more than just paddling! The staff will guide you through fun activities like floating in the river hand-in-hand or jumping off cliffs, depending on the river conditions and guest preferences.
The adventure ends before you know it. Disembark from the boat and return to the base.
Changing
Tour Ends: Drop-off at Niseko, Hirafu Area, or JR Kutchan Station
Location
Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location
Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location
Location
Start time :
08:30-08:50
08:30-08:50
08:30-08:50
08:50
Location, direction and description
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[Lion River Base]
Access
■By Car:
Map Code for GPS: 385 732 818
- For detailed directions, please refer to the attached PDF.
- Free parking available.
Important activity information
Important activity information
Restrictions
- Participants under the influence of alcohol or those who are pregnant cannot join.
- Signing a participation agreement is required before the activity.
- Elementary school students can participate only from June to October.
Other requirements
- The tour operator will call you the day before the activity for confirmation. Please ensure to check, as meeting locations may change.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a minimum of 2.
Required items to bring & attire
- Towel
- A change of clothes, including underwear.
- Clothes that can get wet
*Comfortable, flexible clothing like jerseys or sweatpants is recommended. A dry suit will be worn over your clothes, but as water can be cold, long sleeves and long pants are advised throughout the season. *In spring and autumn, bring warm, insulating layers. Layering is also fine.
Jeans, stiff cotton pants, and skirts are not allowed.
Additional notes
- The activity will proceed in rainy weather. (It may be canceled at our discretion only in case of severe weather warnings.)
- The operation, meeting location, and course may change depending on the water level.
- A photographer from the tour operator will accompany the tour to take photos. Please provide prior notice if being photographed is not preferred.
- Valuables can be stored at the front desk. However, if there are many participants, those arriving by car may be asked to leave their belongings in the car and hand over the car key to the front desk for safekeeping. Thank you for your cooperation.
Enjoy a private tour with no shared groups—reserve an entire boat for your experience.
■Period: June 1 – October 20, 2025 (excluding Obon period)
■Duration: Approx. 3 hours (including travel and changing time)
Overview
Schedule
For Shuttle Users: Pick-up from Niseko, Hirafu Area, or JR Kutchan Station
For Those Arriving by Car: Meet at Lion River Base
Prepare with a dry suit or wet suit based on the season and weather.
■Dry Suit:
Rubber seals prevent water entry. Wear warm, long-sleeve clothing or fleece underneath.
■Wet Suit:
Ideal for hot days. Wear a swimsuit or undergarments underneath.
Transfer to Shiribetsu River by Private Vehicle
Start your adventure with a guide as you raft down the Shiribetsu River with Mount Yotei as a stunning backdrop. Experience the thrill of splashes and bumpy rapids!
The river's flow and water levels change daily depending on the weather and season. In wider sections of the river, take a break from paddling and enjoy the refreshing breeze.
Rafting is more than just paddling! The staff will guide you through fun activities like floating in the river hand-in-hand or jumping off cliffs, depending on the river conditions and guest preferences.
The adventure ends before you know it. Disembark from the boat and return to the base.
Changing
Tour Ends: Drop-off at Niseko, Hirafu Area, or JR Kutchan Station
Location
Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location
Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location
Location
Start time :
08:30-08:50
08:30-08:50
08:30-08:50
08:50
Location, direction and description
-
[Lion River Base]
Access
■By Car:
Map Code for GPS: 385 732 818
- For detailed directions, please refer to the attached PDF.
- Free parking available.
Important activity information
Important activity information
Restrictions
- Participants under the influence of alcohol or those who are pregnant cannot join.
- Signing a participation agreement is required before the activity.
- Elementary school students can participate only from June to October.
- Private Boat Capacity: 7 people
*Up to 8 people allowed if including infants. - For private boat rentals, dogs can join for free.
- If you are bringing a dog, shuttle service is not available. Please arrive by your own vehicle.
Other requirements
- The tour operator will call you the day before the activity for confirmation. Please ensure to check, as meeting locations may change.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 1.
Required items to bring & attire
- Towel
- A change of clothes, including underwear.
- Clothes that can get wet
*Comfortable, flexible clothing like jerseys or sweatpants is recommended. A dry suit will be worn over your clothes, but as water can be cold, long sleeves and long pants are advised throughout the season. *In spring and autumn, bring warm, insulating layers. Layering is also fine.
Jeans, stiff cotton pants, and skirts are not allowed.
Additional notes
- The activity will proceed in rainy weather. (It may be canceled at our discretion only in case of severe weather warnings.)
- The operation, meeting location, and course may change depending on the water level.
- A photographer from the tour operator will accompany the tour to take photos. Please provide prior notice if being photographed is not preferred.
- Valuables can be stored at the front desk. However, if there are many participants, those arriving by car may be asked to leave their belongings in the car and hand over the car key to the front desk for safekeeping. Thank you for your cooperation.
Activity Provider Hokkaido Lion Adventure
Activity Provider
FAQ
Payment / Cancellation Policy
- Credit card payment
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- Any cancellations made between 00:00 local time, 1 business days to 23:59 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 23:59 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
- Everyday
Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 00:00 local time, 1 business days to 23:59 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 23:59 local time, 1 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
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Rafting other tours and activities
- Participants under the influence of alcohol or those who are pregnant cannot join.
- Signing a participation agreement is required before the activity.
- Elementary school students can participate only from June to October.
- Towel
- A change of clothes, including underwear.
- Clothes that can get wet
*Comfortable, flexible clothing like jerseys or sweatpants is recommended. A dry suit will be worn over your clothes, but as water can be cold, long sleeves and long pants are advised throughout the season. *In spring and autumn, bring warm, insulating layers. Layering is also fine.
Jeans, stiff cotton pants, and skirts are not allowed.
- The tour operator will call you the day before the activity for confirmation. Please ensure to check, as meeting locations may change.
- The activity will proceed in rainy weather. (It may be canceled at our discretion only in case of severe weather warnings.)
- The operation, meeting location, and course may change depending on the water level.
- A photographer from the tour operator will accompany the tour to take photos. Please provide prior notice if being photographed is not preferred.
- Valuables can be stored at the front desk. However, if there are many participants, those arriving by car may be asked to leave their belongings in the car and hand over the car key to the front desk for safekeeping. Thank you for your cooperation.
- You can book a minimum of 2.
- Participants under the influence of alcohol or those who are pregnant cannot join.
- Signing a participation agreement is required before the activity.
- Elementary school students can participate only from June to October.
- Private Boat Capacity: 7 people
*Up to 8 people allowed if including infants. - For private boat rentals, dogs can join for free.
- If you are bringing a dog, shuttle service is not available. Please arrive by your own vehicle.
- Towel
- A change of clothes, including underwear.
- Clothes that can get wet
*Comfortable, flexible clothing like jerseys or sweatpants is recommended. A dry suit will be worn over your clothes, but as water can be cold, long sleeves and long pants are advised throughout the season. *In spring and autumn, bring warm, insulating layers. Layering is also fine.
Jeans, stiff cotton pants, and skirts are not allowed.
- The tour operator will call you the day before the activity for confirmation. Please ensure to check, as meeting locations may change.
- The activity will proceed in rainy weather. (It may be canceled at our discretion only in case of severe weather warnings.)
- The operation, meeting location, and course may change depending on the water level.
- A photographer from the tour operator will accompany the tour to take photos. Please provide prior notice if being photographed is not preferred.
- Valuables can be stored at the front desk. However, if there are many participants, those arriving by car may be asked to leave their belongings in the car and hand over the car key to the front desk for safekeeping. Thank you for your cooperation.
- You can book a maximum of 1.
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STEP 1Book one (1) select tour or activity
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STEP 2Receive a coupon upon confirmation
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- STEP 3Book another activity, and use the coupon for a discount!
Coupon Participation Period:
- Valid for one (1) booking per account during the designated promotional period.
- Cannot be used on the same activity on the same date and time as the first activity, or applied to activities that have already been booked.
Shiribetsu River Rafting: Enjoy Niseko's Nature With Optional Private Plans
