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Canyon Boulders and Roasted Tea Trail

New3 hFree cancellationBy Kochi Escapes
Canyon Boulders and Roasted Tea Trail

About this activity

Located at the foot of the Shikoku Karst, the Iwayagawa Gorge is a breathtaking canyon featuring a striking landscape of sharply split, massive boulders. The sight of water pouring vigorously from the crevices of these giant rocks and the crystal-clear pools are truly magnificent! Visitors can enjoy fresh greenery in spring and vibrant foliage in autumn while walking along the trail maintained as a prefectural park. After the hike, the program offers a chance to roast tea and taste "Irimochi," a traditional local tea sweet, providing a wonderful opportunity to interact with the locals..

What's included

  • ✓Local guide
  • ✓English speaking guide
  • ✓Irimochi sweet
  • ✓Hojicha tea experience

Meeting and pickup

  • Your guide will be waiting for you at Akiba square tourist parking lot. , holding a board with the logo of "Kochi Escapes".

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Availability: March to November.
  • Start time: Flexible between 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM.
  • The Iwayagawa River trail has slippery sections; even strong hikers must be careful.
  • You will walk about 1.2 km upstream along the canyon trail.
  • Wear non-slip footwear, comfortable clothes, and a hat to protect your head.
  • A guide and an English interpreter will accompany you.
  • This tour assumes participants will arrive by private car or rental car. If you do not have a vehicle, a private taxi can be arranged for an additional fee.
  • After the tour, you can also experience 'NIYO FLY,' a suspension bridge and zipline crossing 30 meters above the canyon (optional, additional fee applies).

Cancellation policy

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

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