Green Season Half Day Hikes in Sapporo and Hokkaido with Onsen
Overview
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6 hours
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Hokkaido Backcountry Adventure- Explore unique forests, wildlife, and terrain with an experienced guide.
Embark on a mystical half-day hike in Hokkaido’s backcountry. Follow well maintained trails through emerald forests. Discover amazing vistas, encounter elusive wildlife, and feel the pulse of nature. A journey where silence speaks louder than words.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Hokkaido’s green season (early April to early November) invites exploration. Enjoy the uncrowded routes, unforgettable sights of ocean views, and mountain landscapes. The area boasts lush summer greens and transitions into brilliant fall colors. Keep an eye out for the native flora and fauna that is abundant in the Hokkaido backcountry. Choose from a variety of routes such as these examples- Toyomi Yama (豊見山), Kabuto Iwa (兜岩), Sapporo Dake Short Course (札幌岳ショートコース), Hakkenzan (八剣山), Yaki Yama (焼山), and Zenibako Tengu-dake (ゼニバコ天狗岳) to name just a few. After completion of the hike, finish off the included option of a leasurely visit to an onsen to relax and enjoy the healing properties of the volcanic hot springs. Then we return to where we started at Makomanai Subway Station where the tour will end.
Options
Green Season Half Day Hikes in Hokkaido.
Pickup included
Lunch
lunch: Lunch can be provided at additional cost. Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
All Fees and Taxes
Trekking poles provided on request.
Lunch can be provided at ¥1000 extra.
Towels for onsen visit at end of hike.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great hike through National Park!
Robert G,May 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Chris is a native English speaker with 10 years of experience living in and hiking in Hokkaido. We enjoyed a moderate hike through a national park on a beautiful sunny day. Chris shared information on native flora and fauna. Much recommended!
Returning to the Source-You will come back
sakimi S,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Comfort and Safety paramount in hiking/climbing and Chris ensured that I enjoyed the trip! Chris briefed me perfectly on safety and customer expectations vs customer experience! The experience was beyond my expectations! I will come back to hike other trails with Chris! Bravo and take the plunge, it’s worth it!
Beautiful hike. Chris is...
Kelsey N,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Beautiful hike. Chris is very knowledgeable about the area. Relaxing onsen after the hike. We had a wonderful time.
A pleasent walk and bath
michaltrochimczuk,Aug 25, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chris who organised the trip was a good guide. We had a nice walk in the forest in the mountain, had some great views and finished with a pleasent bath in a local onsen.
Hiking Near Sapporo
elliotwlee,Aug 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chris was super professional. He was very knowledgable about the flora and fauna and well prepared for any environmental uncertainties (weather/wild animals). He was also great to chat with and has plenty of interesting stories from his time in Japan. Word of advice: Make sure to dress appropriately for the experience. I highly recommend boots for hiking and a full change of clothes afterwards too if you go to the onsen.
Fantastic views of Hokkaido nature!
Z7318IWjamesw,Jul 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chris is a fantastic tour guide, with great local knowledge of the area while also letting the wonderful nature surrounding you speak for itself. I would wholeheartedly recommend this for anyone that wishes to see the best parts of the Hokkaido back-country!
nice hike with good company
Adam L,May 26, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Chris took me on an out of the way hike up a nice ridge to a vantage point overlooking an old caldera. Would have never found this one on my own. He then brought me to an onsen that was equally nice, not overly crowded even though it was a weekend, and plenty of locals enjoying themselves (i.e. not a tourist trap).
Breathtaking hiking trip!!
Pra422,May 4, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I opted for this tour on my last day in Sapporo, and am so glad I did not miss it!! What a breathtaking experience to hike all the way along the ridge of the mountain! When we finally reached the summit, it felt like I could touch the hand of God! On the way down the mountain, we stopped for a while to have a delicious, hearty lunch (a la Chris) and continued further on our journey afterwards. After the hike, we stopped by the oden (natural hot water pools) - a perfect way to end a superb day! Chris is a great tour guide and is very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend this trip!!
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