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The Japanese serow is revered as a national monument species in Japan and has been granted protected status. With only 4 serow species in the world, this creature is very unique and worth a glimpse at least once. Your experienced guide can take you on a hike to a spot favoured by Japanese serow and give you a really good chance to see one. Throughout the hike, there is also the opportunity to see other wildlife too such as deer and a variety of bird species. The surroundings are also interesting as sunlight dappled forests give way to swooping volcanic valleys. It is a fulfilling outdoor experience with the chance to see some really cool wildlife.
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Meeting and pickup
Picchio Visitor Center, near the Hoshino Onsen “Tombo-no-Yu” hot spring. If coming from Karuizawa Station, take the Seibu Kanko Bus bound for “Hoshino Onsen Tombo-no-Yu” and get off at that stop, then walk about 13 minutes. You can also take a taxi (about 10 minutes from Karuizawa Station).
Itinerary
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The "Kazan-kan" mountain cabin is the highest point of this tour's trek (~1980m above sea level). From here there will more chances to search the surrounding hillsides for Japanese serow. There is also a well maintained toilet which can be used for a small fee (around 100 yen).
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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