Guests staying in the Utoro area will be met by staff and driven to the starting point of the tour. The quiet morning atmosphere makes this a relaxing way to begin your Shiretoko experience.
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This modern visitor center serves as the gateway to the trail. It offers a clean, comfortable interior and helpful information about the surrounding nature, giving guests a calm moment before heading out on the walk.
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Your guide leads you along a gentle path toward the coast, where you’ll take in sweeping views of the Okhotsk Sea. From the lookout, the cliffs, open skies, and waterfall create a dramatic scene unique to Shiretoko’s wilderness.
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After enjoying the viewpoint and returning along the same trail, the tour concludes. Guests are then driven back to the Utoro area, allowing time to relax and reflect on the morning’s scenery.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Furepe Waterfall Tour is available from April 1st to November 30th. However, we recommend taking the Early Morning Tour from April to September for the best wildlife viewing opportunities.
Yes, shuttle service is included in the tour package. Guests will be picked up and dropped off at designated locations in the Utoro area.
The tour operator does not provide beverages; guests can bring water or unsweetened tea. For safety reasons, other drinks that might attract bears are prohibited.
Wear non-exposed clothes and comfortable walking shoes designed for nature trails. In addition, a windbreaker and fleece jacket are advisable during cooler months (April-June and September-November). From May to August, wearing clothes that cover your arms and legs is also recommended to protect against mosquitoes.
The tour will still operate in the rain, so guests are advised to bring a rain jacket and pants. However, if the weather conditions are unsafe, the organizer may cancel the tour for safety reasons. In this case, a full refund will be provided.
Morning walk to Furepe Waterfall with wildlife sightings and Okhotsk Sea views. A relaxing, scenic Shiretoko nature tour perfect for a short outdoor adventure.
