(SHINRA) Night Safari Shiretoko

Dive into an enchanting journey with the SHINRA Night Safari in Shiretoko, where the mysteries of the night forest come alive. Traverse pitch-black roads guided by a local expert, seeking encounters with active wild animals and gazing at a dazzling starry sky on clear nights.

Perfect for adventurers aged 7 and up, this tour offers a unique glimpse into nocturnal wildlife without the need for strenuous walking. With guides fluent in English and Japanese, you'll feel comfortable and well-informed throughout the experience.

Don't miss out on this unforgettable adventure. Reserve your spot today and uncover the hidden wonders of Shiretoko by night!

Tour Highlights

• Experience the unique nocturnal activities of Shiretoko's wildlife.

• Travel on pitch-black roads with a local guide in a car.

• Observe wild animals actively moving in their natural habitat.

• Enjoy the mesmerizing starry sky on clear nights.

What's Included

• Daytour

• English guide

• Shuttle service

What's Not Included

• Beverages

• Insurance

• Food

• Expenses not mentioned

Essentials to Know Before Booking

• Confirmation within four working days

• The voucher was sent two working days before departure

• Tour duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes

• Languages spoken by guides: English, Japanese

• Printed materials available in English and Japanese

• The voucher will be sent via email; please print and present it at the designated location

Purchase Notice:

• We recommend taking out personal accident insurance.

• There is no toilet available during the tour.

• Only on-time arrivals may be able to participate in the tour.

• Please refrain from using mobile phones during the tour.

• Mosquitoes may be present from May to August; wear clothes and shoes that cover your skin.

• The tour operates even in rainy weather; bring a rain jacket and pants.

• If the organizer deems the tour unsafe, it will be canceled.

• Most of the tour is in a guide vehicle, but you may occasionally be outside; bring a warm jacket.

• Tour operated by SHINRA.

What to Bring:

• Clothing suitable for exercise with different layers for weather and temperature changes

• Short and long sleeve shirts

• Comfortable pants for nature walking

• Windbreaker (thin windproof jacket) for April-June & September-November

• Fleece jacket for April-June & September-November

• Sunshade hat

• Comfortable shoes for nature walking

• Rain jacket and pants (packable into a bag)

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation made at least 11 days before departure: Fully refundable (100% refund)

Cancellation made 7 to 10 days before departure: 30% charge

Cancellation made 3 to 6 days before departure: 50% charge

Cancellation made 0 to 2 days before departure: Non-refundable (0% refund)

Meeting Point

Location: Roadside Station Utoro Shirietoku

Address: 186-8 Utoronishi, Shari-cho, Shari-gun, Hokkaido

Location: Kitakobushi Shiretoko Hotel & Resort

Address: 172 Utoro Higashi, Shari-cho, Shari-gun, Hokkaido

Location: KIKI Shiretoko Natural Resort

Address: 192 Utoro Kagawa, Shari-cho, Shari-gun, Hokkaido

Location: Shiretoko Daiichi Hotel

Address: 306 Utoro Kagawa, Shari-cho, Shari-gun, Hokkaido

Location: Hotel Shiretoko

Address: 37 Utoro Kagawa, Shari-cho, Shari-gun, Hokkaido

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