Free cancellation
Activity Kushiro, Japan
Red-Crowned Crane, Eagle & Wildlife Guided Tour at Kushiro marsh
5.0
(49 reviews)
4 hours
Free cancellation
out of 5
49 reviews
About this activity
Tsurui Village, located in Eastern Hokkaido, is one of the best places to observe the majestic red-crowned cranes, designated as a Special Natural Monument of Japan. Join our experienced guides from Picchio Shiretoko to witness the breathtaking sight of these cranes in their natural habitat. Afterward, enjoy a scenic drive through the Kushiro Marsh, where you may also encounter Yezo sika deer, Ezo red fox, White tailed eagles, Steller’s sea eagles and other native wildlife.
This tour has everything you need for a perfect experience — full transportation from Kushiro City, a knowledgeable and experienced English-speaking guide and high-quality binoculars for wildlife observation.
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Confirmation
- Confirmed within 48 hours
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Up to 6 people
- People per booking
- 1–6
- Guide
- English
- Operated by
- Picchio Shiretoko
Ages: Children (6–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: Private transportation
- Included: Binoculars
- Included: English speaking Nature Guide
Not included
- Not included: Lunch
Itinerary
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Kushiro
one hour
Transportation from Kushiro town to guiding site and
return.
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Kushiroshitsugen National Park
one hour
We will drive along the road that runs through Kushiro Wetland, the largest wetland in Japan, while searching for wildlife. We'll be looking for one of the largest eagles in the world; Steller's sea eagles and white-tailed eagles, and endemic mammals such as Ezo sika deer.
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Tsurui-mura
one hour
Every winter, around 700 cranes migrate to Tsurui Village. A knowledgeable nature guide will introduce you to these beautiful cranes dancing on the snow, along with insightful commentary.
Meeting point and pickup
The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.
Pickup points
- Hotel Marshland
- Hotel Crown Hills Kushiro
- Business Ryokan Tokiwaso
- Kushiro Century Castle Hotel
- Super Hotel Kushiro Natural Hot Spring
- Super Hotel Kushiroekimae
- Toyoko Inn Hokkaido Kushiro Juji-gai
- Hotel Global View Kushiro
- Business Ryokan Taikikan
- Wakatake Ryokan
- Murakami Bekkan
and 14 more pickup points
If you select hotel, please wait at lobby of each hotels. If you select Kushiro Station, please wait at the entrance of the station.
Cancellation
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| If you cancel | You get back |
|---|---|
| At least one day before | 100% |
| Less than a day before | 0% |
- The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
Good to know
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Traveller ratings
5.0
out of 5 · 49 reviews
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