Hokkaido Outdoor Organization ロゴ
A raft heading down a river through white-capped waves

Area: Minamifurano

Furano Rafting

The exhilaration of rafting, on a river in Minamifurano.

Green season・Guided tours

Overview

Furano Rafting takes you down a river in Minamifurano in a raft.

Everyone paddles in time to the guide's calls, riding over wave-filled rapids. Pushing on through the spray is a thrill only rafting can give you.

Children can join from age 5, so it's a good choice for families too. If you'd rather take in the scenery at a gentle pace, we also offer the Furano Relax Downriver.

If you'd rather take in the scenery and the sound of the water at a gentle pace, we also recommend the Furano Relax Downriver, with hotel pick-up and drop-off. We explain how the two differ in our guide: How to choose a rafting or river experience in Furano.

What makes it special

01The thrill of the spray

Paddle together over wave-filled rapids.

02Families welcome, from age 5

Anyone aged 5 and up can join. There's a child price for ages 5 to 11.

03Morning or afternoon

Two trips a day, so it's easy to combine with a trip to the Furano or Tomamu area.

Photos

  • A raft heading down a river through white-capped waves
  • A group rafting down a river through the forest

Ideal for

  • Anyone who wants to try proper rafting
  • Families with children aged 5 and up
  • Travellers staying in the Furano or Tomamu area
  • Friends and groups who want a lively day out

How the day works

  1. 1

    Book or enquire

    Tell us your preferred date, time of day (morning or afternoon) and group size, by form or phone.

  2. 2

    Details

    When you book, we'll let you know the meeting time, what to wear and what to bring.

  3. 3

    Check in

    Come to the meeting point in Ochiai, Minamifurano (see the map on this page).

  4. 4

    Guide briefing

    Your guide explains how to paddle, the calls to follow and key safety points.

  5. 5

    Rafting

    Paddle down the river in Minamifurano with your guide.

  6. 6

    Finish

    The trip ends back at the meeting point.

Good to know

  • Trips may be cancelled or changed depending on the weather and river conditions.
  • You will get wet. We'll tell you what to wear and bring when you book.
  • The meeting point is in Ochiai, Minamifurano, some distance from central Furano, so please allow plenty of travel time.
  • Sending the form does not confirm your booking. Your place is confirmed once we contact you.

Frequently asked questions

How is it different from the Relax Downriver?

Furano Rafting is an active experience: everyone paddles together over wave-filled rapids. The Furano Relax Downriver is a gentle float down the river as you enjoy the scenery and the sound of the water, with pick-up and drop-off at your hotel.

What is the minimum age?

Children aged 5 and up can take part.

What is the minimum group size?

Trips run with a minimum of 2 people.

Where do we meet?

We meet at 194-2 Ochiai, Minamifurano-cho, Sorachi-gun, Hokkaido, and the trip finishes at the same place. You'll find a map on this page.

For other questions, take a look at our FAQ.

Meeting Point

Meeting & finish point

194-2 Ochiai, Minamifurano-cho, Sorachi-gun, Hokkaido

We meet and finish on site. We'll give you the meeting time when you book, and you can check the location on Google Maps.

View on Google Maps

Questions about the meeting point or pick-up? Feel free to contact us. +81 90-5950-4006

Other Activities

Other activities to consider

Guests floating down a river in Furano by boat, looking out at a bridge under the evening skyFurano

FURANO

Furano Relax Downriver

HOO's flagship program: a relaxed boat trip down the rivers of Furano. Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel are included, and the whole family can join, from age 0.

Season
End of April – end of October
Duration
About 2 hours
Price
JPY 8,000per person, tax included
Minimum group size
From 3 people
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BIEI

Biei River Relax Downriver

A relaxed boat trip down the Biei River, starting and finishing at Biei Furusato Ichiba (local market). Open to ages 4 and up, it pairs easily with sightseeing in Biei.

Season
End of April – end of October
Duration
About 2 hours
Price
JPY 8,000per person, tax included
Minimum group size
From 3 people
Guests in helmets and life jackets floating down a river in Asahikawa by boatAsahikawa

ASAHIKAWA

Asahikawa Relax Downriver

A relaxed boat trip down a river that flows close to central Asahikawa. Meet at the Asahikawa Tourism and Local Products Information Center in JR Asahikawa Station. Ages 4 and up.

Season
End of April – end of October
Duration
About 2 hours
Price
JPY 8,000per person, tax included
Minimum group size
From 3 people

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