Daisetsu Kogen Ponds(Numa-meguri Hiking Trail)
Starting from Kogen Onsen at an altitude of 1,230m, the trail passes through various swamps. You can enjoy not only the swamps, but also a wide variety of plants, from mixed forest to alpine plants and marsh plants. Various animals live here, including the largest mammal in Japan,brown bears.
This course is the only one in DaisetsuzanNational Park that has time regulations and designated eating spaces. Also the stuff there are patrols every day during the season, and it is necessary to take lecture before start hiking. While enjoying the primeval forest where brown bears live, you might also learn how the ecological cycle works in the forest.
During the day, it is expected to experience the journey from "human and nature" to "nature included human"with us.
[Estimated Time]
about 3.5 hours
[Walk Grade]
The trail is about 5 km long with gentle inclines, sutable for beginner hikers.
[Price]
¥9000 when only 1 person
¥7000 per person when 2-5 people
[Capacity]
Up to 5 people
[Price Includes]
Professional guide ,tea and snack during break time,travel insurence.
[Booking]
two days before 5 PM.（fill out the booking form here or make reservation with official line）
[Meeting place]
Kogen Onsen parking （Before Brown Bear Information Center）Chek Map Here
NOTICE
The payment
- Payment must be made in cash on the day.
- A portion of the proceeds supports conservation efforts and environmental education.
Modifications and terminations
- The schedule and timing are subject to change in the event of bear sightings, inclement weather, and other unforeseen circumstances.
-If inclement weather conditions such as heavy rain or thunderstorms render the activity unsuitable, we will notify you by 5:00 p.m. on the preceding day to arrange for cancellation.
- Fees for canceling a service or reservation
12 hours prior to departure - Free.
Within 12 hours prior to departure, a 50% fee will be charged.
Failure to provide notice or participate will result in a 100% fee charge.
Insurance
- The fee covers domestic travel accident insurance, providing coverage of up to 5 million yen for death and permanent disability, 5,000 yen per day for hospitalization, and 3,000 yen per day for outpatient treatment. However, it is advisable to consider purchasing additional optional insurance for comprehensive coverage.