Period
From The end of April to November 30, 2024

Time
7:30 pm to 9:30 pm (-2h)

Price
Adults (13 years or older) – 4,300 JPY
Children (4 to 12 years old) – 3,100 JPY

Payment options
Cash or credit card

Requirement
4 years or older

Meeting place
We will pick you up at the lobby of your accommodation (Utoro area only).
If you are staying outside Utoro area or day tripping, we can also pick you up at the Road Station Utoro Shirietoku.

Pick up time
The meeting time is different depends on the meeting place you requested.
For detailed meeting time, please confirm below.

Detailed Meeting Time

-People who chose "Your Accommodation"-

*Yuhino Ataru Ie ONSEN HOSTEL/KIKI Shiretoko Natural Resort/Shiretoko Dai-ichi Hotel/Hotel Shiretoko/
20-15min before the starting time of the tour

*Shiretoko Village/Shiretoko Hostel Hanare/ Bon's Home/ Shiretoko Pereke/ Kiraku / Shiretoko Lantern/ Ishiyama/ Iruka Hotel/ Shiretoko Noble Hotel/ Shyutyo no Ie/
15-10min before the starting time of the tour

*Kitakobushi Shiretoko Hotel & Resort
10-5min before the starting time of the tour

*Hotel Kifuu club Shiretoko
5min before the starting time of the tour

-People who chose "Drive Resting Area, Utoro-Shirietoku"-
15-10min before the starting time of the tour
We may not be able to make the agreed pick-up time due to other guests’ situations.

Booking
＜Online Booking＞
Please book by 2 hours before the tour starts from the link below (24/7 reception)
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＜Telephone Booking＞
Or you can book on phone call (Operation hour: 9 am to 6 pm)
*Please leave a message when we are not available due to tour operation so that we can contact you later

Tops
＜April to May＞
Long sleeve shirts and warm outer (fleece jacket or windproof jacket)
＜June to September＞
Thin fabric long sleeves and warm outer
(It could be cold at night even in summer)
＜October to November>
Thick fabric long sleeves and warm outer (down jacket).

Bottoms
Long trousers
It is strongly recommended to wear long trousers to prevent minor injuries.

Shoes
No heels are allowed.

Notice

• Please note that encounters with wildlife are not 100% guaranteed.
• Please come to the agreed place on time. If you are late on the day, we might cancel you so that the other guests can go on tour.
• We watch wildlife from the inside of our vehicles.
• Depending on natural conditions, the end time may vary slightly. Please join our tours with time to spare.
• The tour will be conducted in case of light rain. Please prepare rain wear. If the tour is cancelled due to sever weather, we will let you know 1 hour before the supposed starting time.
• There is no restroom available in the field. Please keep this in mind before starting the tour.
• Cancellation is free up to 2 days before the tour. After 2 days a cancellation fee of 20 % of the tour cost will be charged if you cancel 2 days before the tour, 50 % if you cancel the day before and the full tour cost if you cancel on the day of the tour.

For more information please refer to “Frequently Asked Questions”.

Join our popular "Night Safari Tour" in a private setting exclusively for your group.

Dates: April 20, 2024 - November 30, 2024

Time: 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM (2 hours)

Pricing:

High Season (1-8 people): ¥38,000

Low Season:

• 1-2 people: ¥16,000
• 3-5 people: ¥20,000
• 6-8 people: ¥25,000

High Season Periods:

• May 1 - May 6 (Golden Week)
• Weekends in June
• July, August, September (All days)
• October 12 - October 14

Low Season Periods:

• All dates outside the high season periods listed above

Eligibility: Participants must be 2 years or older.

We provide child seats and junior seats for preschool and elementary school children. For safety reasons, children under 1 year old are not allowed to participate.

Capacity: 8 people per guide

Reservations:

• Online Reservations: Available 24/7. Please book at least 2 hours before the tour starts.
• Phone Reservations: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM. If staff are unavailable, please leave your name and message on the answering machine, and we will get back to you as soon as we return from the tour.

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We are excited to offer the "Midnight Safari Tour" for a limited time during the summer vacation!
In the deep hours of the night, when everything around is quiet and asleep, nocturnal animals in the national park awaken. Don’t miss the chance to experience a special encounter with these creatures in an otherwise deserted national park!

Dates:
July 2024: Every Saturday (5th, 12th, 19th, 26th)
Three-day weekend (19th, 20th, 21st)
August 2024: Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 22nd, 23rd, 24th, 29th, 30th, 31st)
Obon period (10th to 18th)

Time:
10:00 PM to 11:30 PM (1.5H hours)

Physical Level:
1/5

Walking Distance: None

Fee:
Adults (13 years and older): 4,300 yen
Children (4 to 12 years): 3,100 yen

Eligibility:
Ages 4 and up
Note: Children (4 to 12 years) cannot participate alone. They must be accompanied by a guardian (18 years or older).

Note: Guests with children aged 2 or 3 can only join the "Private Night Safari Tour". Please refer to the "Private Night Safari Tour" details in a separate tab. For safety reasons, participation with children under 1 year old is not allowed.

Capacity:
8 people per guide

Meeting Place:
We will pick you up at the lobby of your accommodation (Utoro area only).
If you are staying outside Utoro area or day tripping, we can also pick you up at the Road Station Utoro Shirietoku.
Please choose the pick up locations from the places above and indicate your choice when making a reservation.

Meeting Time:
Pickup times vary depending on the meeting place. Please refer to the details below.

Detailed Meeting Time

-People who chose "Your Accommodation"-

*Yuhino Ataru Ie ONSEN HOSTEL/KIKI Shiretoko Natural Resort/Shiretoko Dai-ichi Hotel/Hotel Shiretoko/
20min before the starting time of the tour

*Shiretoko Village/Shiretoko Hostel Hanare/ Bon's Home/ Shiretoko Pereke/ Kiraku / Shiretoko Lantern/ Ishiyama/ Iruka Hotel/ Shiretoko Noble Hotel/ Shyutyo no Ie/
15min before the starting time of the tour

*Kitakobushi Shiretoko Hotel & Resort
10min before the starting time of the tour

*Hotel Kifuu club Shiretoko
5min before the starting time of the tour

-People who chose "Drive Resting Area, Utoro-Shirietoku"-
15min before the starting time of the tour
We may not be able to make the agreed pick-up time due to other guests’ situations.

Note: All pickup times are approximate and may vary depending on the participation of other guests. Thank you for your understanding.

Reservations:
Online Reservations: Available 24 hours a day
Please make your reservation by 5:30 PM on the day of the tour.
Phone Reservations: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Note: Our staff may be out of the office due to tour operations. If so, please leave a message with your name and contact details, and we will get back to you as soon as we return from the tour.

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◆Try Finding Animals with a Light!◆

On Picchio Shiretoko's Night Safari Tour, we'll provide everyone with a light to help you search for animals! Our guide will explain how to spot animals in the dark, making it fun and exciting to look for wildlife. By the end of the tour, you might just become a pro at animal spotting!

*Lights will be given to those seated by the windows. We aim to seat everyone by the windows, but depending on the number of reservations, some may need to sit in the center.
Our guide will ensure everyone has a great view of the animals regardless of their seat.

◆Free Binocular Rental by Carl Zeiss◆

We provide free Carl Zeiss binoculars to all participants. Even in the dark, you can clearly see animals when illuminated by the light. Use the binoculars to observe the animals' faces and bodies in detail. You'll make many fascinating discoveries!