Sapporo to Asahiyama Zoo Blue Pond & Shirahige Falls Private Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1

  Asahiyama Zoo in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, is a popular and unique destination known for its "active display" concept, showcasing animals' natural behaviors. Tips on maximizing your visit and avoiding crowds will be shared. At 11:00, there will be a penguin walking activity within the zoo (subject to weather conditions and the decision of the zoo authorities). (Cost Does Not Include Lunch and Asahiyama Zoo Ticket Price) Departure from Sapporo at 8:00 AM. And takes approximately 2 hours to ASAHIYAMA ZOO.

  2 hours • Admission ticket not included
• (Pass by)

  Biei, known as the "Hill Town," consists of about 70% mountainous forest land. Visitors to Biei can enjoy countless pastoral landscapes and rolling hills, immersing themselves in the natural beauty. One of the most iconic routes in Biei is the Patchwork Road (or Puzzle Road), offering breathtaking views of the Biei hills, expansive meadows, and the Tokachi mountain range. Nature enthusiasts should not miss this opportunity to experience the beauty of Biei. (No Admission Fee Required for This Attraction) From Asahiyama ZOO to Patchwork Road takes approximately 30 minutes by car.

  Admission ticket free
• 2

  Blue Pond, also known as Platinum Blue Pond due to its proximity to Tokachidake Shirogane Hot Spring, exhibits subtly changing water colors throughout the seasons and weather conditions. From mid-May to late June, under clear skies and calm weather without rain or wind, the pond water appears as a clear and transparent cobalt blue, resembling a dreamlike scene. During other seasons, the hue varies, ranging from ordinary blue to blue-green tones. In winter, when snow covers the surroundings and the pond's vegetation, the landscape takes on a magical quality, even before the water freezes. (No Admission Fee Required for This Attraction) Patchwork Road to Blue Pond takes approximately 25 minutes by car.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3

  Shirahige Falls, with a drop of 30 meters and located at an altitude of 600 meters in Shirogane Onsen, Biei Town, is renowned for its cascading waters that resemble white whiskers pouring down from the crevices of rocks. The continuous flow of water emerging from underground crashes against the rocks, creating splashes adorned with a blue light, offering a magnificent and delightful spectacle. (No Admission Fee Required for This Attraction) Shirahige Falls is located near Blue Pond.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4

  Ningle Terrace is a shopping area located in the green forest of Furano. It is nice to go shopping and enjoy the cool breeze as you walk through the area. The shops are in the form of wood cabins and will be lighted up after sunset creating a romantic scene. (No Admission Fee Required for This Attraction) From Biei Patchwork Road/Shirogane Falls to Ningle Terrace takes approximately 60 minutes. After the itinerary ends, the return trip to Sapporo takes approximately 2 hours.

  1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Asahiyawa Zoo: Maintenance is scheduled for April and November. During these periods, bookings will not be available.
• Blue Pond: In winter, snow accumulation may affect the pond's blue appearance.

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