Mt. Orofure Guided Hiking Tour
Tour Overview
Discover Mt. Orofure and Orofure Pass!
Climb to the summit of Mt. Orofure, the highest peak in the Noboribetsu area, and enjoy breathtaking views over the mountains of southern Hokkaido. This guided hike follows a varied trail through peaceful forests, alpine vegetation and rocky slopes to a spectacular summit overlooking Orofure Pass, Lake Toya and the surrounding landscape.
After a scenic drive from Noboribetsu, we’ll hike to the summit, stop for lunch and enjoy the panoramic scenery before returning the same way.
- 1 person - ¥20,000
- 2 people - ¥18,000 per person
- 3 people - ¥17,000 per person
- 4-7 people - ¥16,000 per person
Details
- Availability: Mid-June-October
- Duration: 5 hours (3-4 hours hiking). 9AM start.
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Max participants: 7 people
- Equipment: Hiking poles available
- Clothing: Mountain weather can change quickly. Even if it is sunny, it might be wet and windy later!
- Top:
- Base layer: Synthetic top (no cotton) that wicks away moisture.
- Mid-layer: Thin fleece or down jacket that gives you some warmth while you rest.
- Outer layer: Windproof and waterproof jacket that shields you from the wind and rain.
- Bottom:
- Trousers: Hiking trousers that are breathable, lightweight and comfortable (no jeans or skirts).
- Socks: Wool socks that give your feet comfort.
- Footwear: Hiking boots or shoes that have grip (no flat shoes).
- Head and hands:
- Cap or wide brimmed hat.
- Hiking gloves (optional).
- Additional items:
- Sunglasses and Suncream
- Insect repellent
- Backpack
- Top:
- Food and drinks: Please bring water. A sandwich and drink is included.
- Pick-up: Free pick-up and drop-off is available in Noboribetsu and Noboribetsu Onsen.
- Payment: Card payment via Stripe invoice.
Route
- Type: Out-and-back
- Distance: 5.2km
- Maximum height: 1,226m
- Elevation gain: 335m
- Route conditions: Dirt/rocky
Schedule
9:00: Pick-up (Free pick-up from Noboribetsu and Noboribetsu Onsen)
9:00-11:00: Hike up to the summit
11:00-11:30: Have a rest, drink and snack while enjoying the view
11:30-13:00: Hike back down to the start point
13:00-13:30: Drop-off and say goodbye!
Details
- Availability: Mid-June-October
- Duration: 5 hours (3-4 hours hiking). 9AM start.
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Max participants: 7 people
- Equipment: Hiking poles available
- Clothing: Mountain weather can change quickly. Even if it is sunny, it might be wet and windy later!
- Top:
- Base layer: Synthetic top (no cotton) that wicks away moisture.
- Mid-layer: Thin fleece or down jacket that gives you some warmth while you rest.
- Outer layer: Windproof and waterproof jacket that shields you from the wind and rain.
- Bottom:
- Trousers: Hiking trousers that are breathable, lightweight and comfortable (no jeans or skirts).
- Socks: Wool socks that give your feet comfort.
- Footwear: Hiking boots or shoes that have grip (no flat shoes).
- Head and hands:
- Cap or wide brimmed hat.
- Hiking gloves (optional).
- Additional items:
- Sunglasses and Suncream
- Insect repellent
- Backpack
- Top:
- Food and drinks: Please bring water. A sandwich and drink is included.
- Pick-up: Free pick-up and drop-off is available in Noboribetsu and Noboribetsu Onsen.
- Payment: Card payment via Stripe invoice.
Route
- Type: Out-and-back
- Distance: 5.2km
- Maximum height: 1,226m
- Elevation gain: 335m
- Route conditions: Dirt/rocky
Tour Schedule
9:00: Pick-up (Free pick-up from Noboribetsu and Noboribetsu Onsen)
9:00-11:00: Hike up to the summit
11:00-11:30: Have a rest, drink and snack while enjoying the view
11:30-13:00: Hike back down to the start point
13:00-13:30: Drop-off and say goodbye!
Know before you go
- This is a physical activity and participants should be able to climb up and down over uneven terrain.
- Please prepare for bad weather even if it is sunny, mountain weather can change quickly.
- Tour will be either be canceled or postponed (if possible) if bad weather occurs.
- If there is an injury or the guide deems it unsafe to carry on, the tour will finish.
- Please prepare your own insurance as Nobo Tours does not have insurance for its customers.