Overview
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2 hours
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Enjoy gently kayaking on Lake Kawaguchiko with
breathtaking Mt. Fuji views, and capture unforgettable
moments with photo opportunities from the water.
This activity is suitable even for beginners as our English-speaking guide will kindly explain how to paddle.
*This is NOT rental, we will guide you and take you to the most beautiful places on the lake
The tour flow is as follows:
1) Before start time - Come to reception (fill in the agreement form)
2)Approx. 15 minutes - Guide will explain how to paddle and the potential dangers for Kayaking Activity
3)Approx. 15 mins -Practice paddling
4)1.5 hour - Kayaking tour
Total 2 hour tour includes equipment, bottled water per person, and picture-taking by our guide.
*We start kayaking on time, so please come earlier for preparation.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Enjoy the peaceful beauty of Mt Fuji from Lake Kawaguchiko during this kayaking tour. The lake and surroundings are ever changing with the seasons, as is the mystical and moody Mt. Fuji. Some days, you might see a sea of clouds, soft mist on the water, or birds like swans and cormorants. Our friendly English speaking guide will share stories about Kawaguchiko and Mt Fuji. We enjoy helping travelers make the most of their time in Japan. Great for First Timers No experience needed. We will guide you step by step and take photos to help you remember this part of your trip. Easy to Reach Our shop is near many hotels and just a 15 minute walk from Kawaguchiko Station. How to Get to Kawaguchiko from Tokyo Take a train from Shinjuku to Otsuki, then transfer to the Fujikyu Line or Take a direct limited express train from Shinjuku or Take an express bus from Shinjuku Need help with directions? Just ask. Find out more: Kayaking With Views of Mt Fuji at Lake Kawaguchiko
Options
Mt. Fuji Panoramic Kayak Tour on Lake Kawaguchiko
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
36 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Lake Kawaguchiko Kayaking
S5580ELheatherk,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our kayaking trip was wonderful and Graham was an amazing guide. He was very friendly and knowledgeable about Japan and the Mt. Fuji area. He captured amazing photos of us that we will cherish forever. After our kayaking trip we rented bikes from the same location which was convenient and cost efficient.
Tour with Graham
175arshveers,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice, the guide, graham what a guy. it’s a bit tiring on the shoulders, but overall very nice if you want something thrilling, yet relaxing. You will get wet so don’t bring your best clothes. Overall length was about 2.5 hours, and was very worth it for the price. There was no crowd, we went solo on a private tour, best sights for mt Fuji in winter, best for private tours in the summer. Good for anyone.
Highly Recommended
458vijayt,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did a kayak ride on the lake - was great fun, with CJ being a great guide. He also took some amazing photos!
Fantastic outdoor experience
the-mama-diary,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My family and I only had time for kayaking at Lake Kawaguchiko with NaturaBase. We are beginners at kayaking. CJ, our guide, was patient, helpful and fun to talk to! I would definitely consider other outdoor activities with NaturaBase next time I visit. It's so great to have access to these types of services when you want to get as much as you can from outdoor living alongside Fuji-san.
Nice tour, can recommend!
104annatheresaa,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great time. Grahame is a really good guide and gave us a lot of historical and cultural information about the area and Japan. The nature is beautiful around the lake. I can recommend this tour!
10:00 AM perfect way to start the day on the water
L Y,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great way to enjoy nature. Peaceful, easy paddling, guide very knowledgeable , learn about history of the area. Guide took our pics and made special effort for great backgrounds. It was mainly cloudy but we saw most of Mnt Fuji peak . Must do if you like nature and want calm AM
Best thing to do in Kawaguchiko
T919ZBthomasr,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing morning kayaking on the lake under the sun. We even paddled all the way to a small island with a shrine only accessible by the shore. Unforgettable experience and great guide!
Fabulous paddling !
Wendyscookin,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Graham was a super friendly guide who was very informative about Mt Fuji and surrounds. We were so lucky that Mt Fuji showed the summit for just a few minutes in the midst of some rainy weather and Graham was adept at taking some great shots ! Definitely a worthwhile experience.
Great fun
AB0512,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time with Guillaume. Although Mt Fuji wasn’t visible that day, the view of the lake was still beautiful. Guillaume was also a great guide. He’s very knowledgable about the area and he gave us a lot of great recommendations for our time in Japan. Guillaume is also a great teacher. I’ve only been kayaking once before and was terrible at it but after some instructions from Guillaume, I think I did very well. We had a great morning kayaking across the lake and I recommend that anyone who’s in Kawaguchiko do it.
Kajaking on the calm water of Kawaguchi lake offers peaceful silence and scenic views.
Roving56069557204,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An absolutely unforgettable experience with breathtaking views of Fuji-san. A special thank you to Grahame, who even took his time to show me some basic kajaking paddling technique. Highly recommended!
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