Akan National Park & Lake Cruise Adventure

TOUR OVERVIEW

Who This Tour Is For:

• Nature lovers seeking peaceful landscapes and rare ecosystems

• Photography enthusiasts looking for postcard-perfect lake views

• Visitors curious about Japan’s volcanic lakes and unique flora

• Travelers interested in light activity and a relaxed pace

• Cruisers wanting a comfortable, full-day shore excursion from Kushiro Port

FULL INITERARY

Depart from Kushiro port

Hop aboard a comfortable coach and begin your journey northward, enjoying scenic views as you drive past Kushiro Wetlands National Park - Japan’s largest marshland and a haven for rare wildlife.

Visit Kushiro Shitsugen Observatory

Stop for a panoramic view over the vast wetlands from this observatory. While English signage is limited, the natural spectacle speaks for itself.

Scenic Drive to Lake Akan

Continue through Akan National Park to reach Lake Akan, a serene caldera lake formed by volcanic activity over 6,000 years ago. The lake is known for its famous Marimo algae balls and kokanee trout, a freshwater salmon species.

Lake Akan Cruise & Marimo Exhibition Center

Board a relaxing boat for a guided cruise on Lake Akan. Dock at Churui Island to explore the Marimo Exhibition Center, where you can view these rare algae up close without disturbing their natural habitat.

Return Journey to Kushiro Port

After a restful meal and lakeside stroll, board your coach for a scenic ride back to port, concluding a gentle and enriching day surrounded by nature.

Note:

• The order of visits may vary depending on traffic and opening hours to ensure the smoothest experience possible.
• Boat cruises may be canceled in case of inclement weather.
• To protect the endangered Marimo, boats do not enter protected areas; viewing is done only at the exhibition center.

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