Asahiyama Zoo, Biei Blue Pond, Shirahige Falls & Ningle Terrace

3.8(6)9 hFree cancellationBy TREVOPEDIA

Asahiyama Zoo, Biei tree, Shirohige Falls & Blue Pond Day Tour

About this activity

Experience the best of Hokkaido on a full-day guided tour from Sapporo, combining unforgettable wildlife encounters with the region's most spectacular natural scenery. Visit the renowned Asahiyama Zoo, famous for its innovative exhibits that let you observe penguins, polar bears, seals, and other animals up close in natural-style habitats.

Continue to the picturesque countryside of Biei, stopping at its iconic scenic tree before admiring the stunning Shirahige Falls, where crystal-clear water cascades into the vivid blue Biei River. Marvel at the surreal beauty of the Shirogane Blue Pond, celebrated for its vibrant turquoise waters and breathtaking seasonal landscapes, then conclude your journey at the enchanting Ningle Terrace, a charming forest village filled with artisan craft shops and cozy wooden cottages.

What's included

✓Admission to: Asahikawa Zoo
✓Round-trip transfers to and from the meet up location
✓Chinese / English-speaking guide

Not included

✕Other personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

Meet at JR Sapporo Station North Exit. Arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure. Departure time: 7:40.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Total Tour duration includes transportation time.
Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
Please wear comfortable clothes and shoes to participate in the activity, and prepare sunscreen, insect repellent lotion, windproof jacket, camera and other items
Asahiyama Zoo and Elf Terrace are both closed (November 4th to November 10th):
Ningle Terrace Closure (November 3rd, November 11th to November 28th): The visiting time for Ningle Terrace will be extended to the Asahiyama Zoo itinerary (110 minutes extended to 140 minutes).

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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