National Parks Of Japan

Shiretoko National Park

Drift Ice & Bird Watching

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Enjoy an exclusive wintertime boat tour around the Shiretoko Peninsula

Cruise through ice floes in search of animals like the Steller's sea eagles and white-tailed eagles wintering around the Shiretoko Peninsula. This experience is available in several different configurations, including some that are geared specifically for those who want to do wildlife photography. The tour guides will announce any wildlife sightings and share information about the local ecology and animal behavior. You'll also be able to get a close-up look at the winter fishing boats that are active here starting in January.

activity   guided   wildlife   photography   boat trip  
Details
Available Winter (Dec to Feb)
Duration Photography Course about 2 h 30 minutes; Sightseeing Course about 1 hour
Cost Photography Course: Adults: with SLR camera 11,000 yen; without SLR camera 8,800 yen; Children (ages 6 to 12) 4,400 yen; Infants (age 5 and under) free
Sightseeing Course: Adults 4,400 yen; Children (ages 6 to 12) 2,200 yen; Infants (age 5 and under) free
Foreign Languages English
Contact Shiretoko Nature Cruise Co., Ltd.
Address 27-1 Hon-cho, Rausu Town, Menashi District, Hokkaido
Phone (+81)153-87-4001
Email captain.h4001@gmail.com
Website https://www.e-shiretoko.com/

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