Hiking Around Yuno Lake: Revel in the Essence of Nikko's Nature and History

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3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: Japanese

【OUTLINE】
In this half-day tour, hike around the stunning Yuno lake while learning about the Okunikko Yumoto area's culture, nature, and history from a passionate local guide who knows everything there is about this special place.

【HIGHLIGHTS】
・In just half a day, savor the breathtaking beauty of nature at Nikko National Park, which holds the longest history out all national parks in Japan.
・With a massive height of 70m and a length of 100m, Yudaki waterfall is sure to knock your socks off!
・If you're lucky, you might be encounter adorable wildlife like deer and monkeys!
・With over 20 years of meaningful experience, your veteran guide can adjust to meet your preferences in this very flexible tour.

What's Included

Guide fee, insurance
Food and drink

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting point：Nikko Yumoto Visitor Center Yumoto, Nikko City, Tochigi Prefecture 321-1662 Access： From the JR line Nikko Station or Tobu line Tobu-Nikko Station, please take the bus bound for Yumoto Onsen (湯元温泉行). The trip should take about 1 hour and 25 minutes.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    9:00 / 13:00: Meet up at Nikko Yumoto Visitor Center Together with your passionate, local guide that knows all there is to know about Okunikko, hike around Nikko National park, which not only has beautiful and stunning nature but also a long and equally beautiful history. In fact, Nikko national park holds the longest history out of all national parks in Japan. Nature lovers, this is an opportunity you can't miss out on!

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    9:10 / 13:10: Stroll around the Yumoto area 9:40 / 13:40: Start the walk around Yuno Lake 10:40 / 14:40: Take a break while watching the Yudaki Falls After meeting up with your guide at Nikko Yumoto Visitor Center, take a quick walk around the Yumoto Area. First, you'll wander around where Japanese Geisha used to go and experience the rich history of Okunikko. Then, spend about an hour hiking around Yuno lake. Be sure to check out Usagijima, where you can overlook all of Yuno lake and take gram-worthy pictures! After looking at Yudaki Waterfall, start heading back to the visitor center while strolling along the lakefront. If you're lucky, you might even get a chance to meet deer, monkeys, and other adorable wildlife in the area!

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    12:00 / 16:00: Head back to Nikko Yumoto Visitor Center and say goodbye

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Half-day Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Nature Walks
Seasonal
Small Group
Zombie
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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