Private Tour
Kagoshima Private Shore Excursion Sakurajima and Sengan-en
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
Please note that even if you select “Tour Language: English(written),” the driver speaks Japanese only.
Communication will be supported using a translation app, and English tour information will be provided in advance.
Explore the captivating landscapes and rich cultural heritage of Kagoshima with this 6-hour private car charter shore excursion. Perfect for cruise passengers, this tour allows you to travel to Sakurajima via ferry, where you can admire stunning volcanic views from Yunohira and Arimura Lava Observatories. Stroll along the scenic Lava Nagisa Trail and unwind with a natural footbath experience. The excursion also includes a visit to Sengan-en, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the historic garden of the Shimazu clan, making it an ideal way to experience the best of Kagoshima's nature and history during your port time.
- 6-hour private car charter designed for cruise passengers
- Ferry crossing to Sakurajima with panoramic views
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Located near Kagoshima Port, this terminal is the main gateway to Sakurajima. Both passengers and vehicles can board here for a short ferry ride across the bay. From the cruise port, you will transfer directly by car onto the ferry.(500Yen/person)
Yunohira Lookout
The highest accessible point on Sakurajima, located about 373 meters above sea level. From here, visitors can enjoy close-up views of the active volcano’s rugged slopes, as well as panoramic vistas of Kagoshima City and Kinko Bay.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
Parking Fees
Sengan-en Pay on site
Guide
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Options
Standard - up to 4 pax
Standard Pickup included
Mini Van - 9pax
Mini Van Pickup included
Reviews
10 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Read the fine print.
Edwin R,May 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00For the first two hours, this tour was a 1*. It was not much more than transportation. Read the fine print. I have taken literally dozens of Viator tours, airport, hotel and cruise transport services. Our driver Sakoka was a very kind and safe driver, we liked him very much. No English language skills and very little knowledge of the destinations we visited. The fine print says they will provide in advance a detailed downloadable pdf of our stops. No such pdf was sent. After 1.5 hours of WhatsApp texts with the tour operator, a readable pdf was sent which provided some information.. if you are interested in transportation services only, this would be a good choice. If you want a tour with a knowledgeable guide, look for other options.
Did not get what we had booked
Dorine P,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00The driver was excellent but we signed up for an English speaking driver however the driver we had spoke no English. We had to use a translation app which was slow, painful and not terribly accurate. Not the drivers fault, he tried very hard to be accommodating but I will never book with this company again.
Did not deliver as advertised
Michelle Z,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00We booked a private tour specifically with an English-speaking guide and were sent a confirmation photo of that guide in advance. However, a different guide arrived who did not speak English, which significantly impacted the experience and did not match the service we paid for. This is a clear case of the tour not being delivered as advertised. We are requesting a partial refund to reflect the reduced value of the experience.
Driver only
Janet P,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00We did not realize that we had not booked a guide with this tour. It was just a taxi driver who had limited English and knew our itinerary. The driver was very nice and with the help of giigle translator we managed to have a good time on the trip. I know this was probably my error but it would have been nice it the lack of guide had been more obvious with booking.
Grand Experience
Peter D,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Kagoshima is just beautiful! An unexpected gem and one of the real highlight destinations on our cruise. Pity we ventured to Jeju Island rather than another day here or Nagasaki.
Unforgotten
Janette W,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was very accommodating and gave us many good explanations about all the sights, he responded to our wishes and gave us an unforgettable day... thank you very much!
Viator Kagoshima via Diamond Princess
D F,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Kikuchi-san was an excellent driver and guide. He was very accommodating, patient, polite and helpful. His professionalism was evident in the direction and instructions as he highlighted all the sites. He also takes great pictures!!! Most of all, with my anxiety of missing the ship, Kikuchi-san got us back in time to do some shopping in the terminal pop-ups. Arigato gozaimasu!!!
Kagoshima is a city with...
monique,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Kagoshima is a city with beautiful nature around it, especially the Sakurajima volcano and the Sengan garden. Unfortunately we had bad weather and we could not enjoy beautiful views from and on the volcano... That made the day a bit less beautiful... We did the hot lava water foot bath and the volcano field walk! Well eaten in the Sengan garden and made a nice walk...
Wonderful experience beyond our expectations
Tina S,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful day with Tanaka. He was courteous, attentive and charming. He took us to the most amazing restaurant for lunch and a wonderful tour of the world Heritage Sengan-en gardens. We couldn’t have asked for a better person..
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