Hokkaido Outdoor Organization ロゴ
Packrafts and guests lined up on a riverbank in an autumn forest

Area: Furano, Biei, Asahikawa and beyond

Organize River

A private river journey, just for your group.

Green season・Organize (private)

Overview

Organize River is a private river tour that starts with pick-up at your hotel.

You'll head down Hokkaido's rivers by packraft (a small, portable boat) and other boats. With no other guests joining you, your family or friends can enjoy the river entirely at your own pace.

Choose from half-day and full-day plans. We'll suggest what to do based on your wishes and the river conditions on the day.

What makes it special

01Private, for your group only

You'll never share the tour with other guests. Available from 1 person.

02Hotel pick-up and drop-off

We pick you up at your hotel and take you back afterwards.

03Half day or full day

Choose a half-day or full-day plan to suit your itinerary.

Photos

  • Packrafts and guests lined up on a riverbank in an autumn forest
  • Guests packrafting down a river under a blue sky
  • Guests packrafting along a river in autumn

Ideal for

  • Families and friends who want a river experience just for themselves
  • Anyone who'd like to try going downriver in a packraft
  • Anyone who wants a full day to really savour Hokkaido's rivers
  • Travellers looking for a tour with hotel pick-up and drop-off

How the day works

  1. 1

    Enquire or book

    Tell us your preferred date, plan (half day or full day), group size and where you're staying.

  2. 2

    Plan proposal

    We'll suggest what to do based on your wishes and the river conditions on the day.

  3. 3

    Hotel pick-up

    We pick you up at your hotel.

  4. 4

    River tour

    Head down a Hokkaido river with your guide.

  5. 5

    Back to your hotel

    Afterwards, we drop you back at your hotel.

Good to know

  • Trips may be cancelled or changed depending on the weather and river conditions.
  • Please check which areas we can pick up from when you book.
  • If you have any concerns about your health, please talk to us in advance.
  • Sending the form does not confirm your booking. Your place is confirmed once we contact you.

Frequently asked questions

Can I book on my own?

Yes. Organize River is a private tour available from just 1 person.

Can young children take part?

There's no age limit, so children can join from age 0. We'll tailor the plan to their ages, so please include them when you book.

Which river will we go down?

Your guide will suggest a plan based on your wishes and the river conditions on the day.

For other questions, take a look at our FAQ.

Meeting Point

Meeting & finish point

Your hotel (pick-up and drop-off included)

We'll pick you up at your hotel and drop you back there afterwards. Please confirm the pick-up time and the areas we can pick up from when you book.

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

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Open 9:00-17:00 (JST) / Form enquiries accepted around the clock

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