Set sail in northern Japan to spot whales, dolphins, and birds
Take to the waters on a two-and-a-half-hour cruise for a chance to see Hokkaido's majestic array of wildlife up close. Departing from the town of Rausu, this cruise offers scenic views of the Shiretoko mountain range and other sights off the coast of Hokkaido. The cruise staff will alert passengers to wildlife sightings by speaker and share information about the creatures' habitats and characteristics. Experience nature as you never have before with these intimate views of dolphins, sperm whales, petrels, and other wildlife native to northern Japan.
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| Available | Spring (Mar to May), Summer (Jun to August), Autumn (Sep to Nov) |
| Duration | About 2 hour 30 minutes |
| Cost | Adults: 9,000 yen; Elementary school students: 4,500 yen; Preschool children: free *The above prices will be revised starting January 2026 |
| Foreign Languages | English |
| Contact | Shiretoko Nature Cruise |
| Address | 27-1 Hon-cho, Rausu Town, Menashi District, Hokkaido |
| Phone | (+81)153-87-4001 |
| captain.h4001@gmail.com | |
| Website | https://www.e-shiretoko.com/ |