Plan Introduction (Snowmobile Touring through Forest Roads)
With this plan, you can enjoy 20km of snowmobile touring through the forest roads of Tokachi.
We will experience the plan at the Tokachi Nature Center, about a 20-minute drive from Obihiro Station, not far from the Tokachi River, which is known for its rich variety of fish.
Tokachi is an area of rich nature, where you can enjoy the endless horizon, cattle and horse grazing, and other scenery that is typical of Hokkaido.
Snowmobile touring in the midst of Hokkaido’s unique scenery will surely make your Hokkaido trip even more colorful!
Most people probably don’t know what a snowmobile is; Snowmobiles are motorbike-like vehicles used to ride on the snow.
When you go to a ski resort, you may have seen the staff on the slopes gliding up the snowy mountain, and the vehicle they are using is a snowmobile.
Snowmobiles are one- or two-seater vehicles that are designed only to travel on snow and ice.
It is a vehicle like a motorcycle, but you don’t need a driver’s license to drive it on private roads.
Snowmobiling is something that can only be enjoyed in the deep snow of Hokkaido.
In this plan, you will ride on relatively straight forest roads, so even first-timers can quickly get used to driving a snowmobile.
The beautiful snow-covered nature cannot be explored on foot, but with a snowmobile, you can easily make your way through it.
The snowmobile touring experience in the rich nature is a perfect plan for those who want to spend a luxurious time in Hokkaido.
Not only will you be led by a guide, but you will also be able to take photos of your ride if you wish!
This is a great option for friends, couples, families, or any other occasion.
For a snowmobile experience that will last a lifetime, come to Tokachi!
Tour details
Estimated timetables
Time | Details |
10:00 am | Meet, pay, register, use the restroom, and put on snow gears. |
10:30am | Head over to a forest road near Tokachigawa Onsen. After a lecture on how to ride a snowmobile and practice, we start. |
12:00 pm | Done |
*Schedules may change depending on the weather.
Where you’ll be
Meeting Place |
Tokachi Nature Center |
Notes |
[If you are coming by car] About 20 minutes by car from Obihiro Station |
Adult (16+): 11,000 yen
Single Participant: 16,500 yen
Rental fee
Guide fee
Warm, comfortable clothing (top and bottom)
Ski and board wear
Snow boots (board boots are acceptable)
Gloves
Warm socks
*Warm clothes, boots, socks, and gloves are available for rent.
*We can lend you a helmet, so you do not need to wear a knit cap.
10:00 am – 12:00 pm, 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
*Please note that the start and end dates may vary due to lack of snow, rainfall, snow melt, etc.
*If you are coming from a warmer area, you may want to prepare for the cold weather. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
*During the severe winter season, the temperature may drop below -10 degrees Celsius even during the daytime. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
*Pregnant women are not allowed to participate in this tour.