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Frozen fall trekking

Location Gero, Gifu Prefecture, Japan
$172.41
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Hida-Osaka, located 40 minutes from Takayama and Gero, offers a unique adventure off the beaten path in Japan. This stunning frozen waterfall, reaching heights of 15 meters, is a must-see from early November to late April.

  • ❄️ Experience the breathtaking frozen waterfall, the most admired in Hida-Osaka, with an impressive height of 15 meters and width of 5 meters.
  • 🥾 Enjoy a guided trek through a complete snow trail spanning 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) that takes approximately 4.5 hours for a round trip.
  • 🌬️ The trail begins at an altitude of 1,800 meters (5,900 feet), where temperatures can drop to -20 ℃ (46 ℉) and snow can pile up to 2 meters (6.6 feet).
  • 🍲 Relish a hot outdoor lunch prepared by your guide during the tour, enhancing your winter trekking experience.
  • 🌲 Walk through a serene winter forest, where the beauty of giant blue ice formations will captivate you.
  • 🗣️ Benefit from the expertise of a local guide fluent in English, ensuring you gain deep insights into the area.
  • 🚉 Convenient access via public transportation options nearby, making it easy to reach Hida-Osaka from Takayama and Gero.
  • 📏 Ensure you meet the height requirement of 140 cm (4'7") to 190 cm (6'2") and weigh less than 90 kg (198 lbs) for gear compatibility.
  • 🥖 Optional bread and hot soup lunch available to keep you energized during your trek.

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Frozen fall trekking
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 8 hours

Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.

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  • equipment
  • Professional guide
  • Lunch

Meeting point
Actual meeting / starting point is Hida-Osaka 200 falls trekking office at 8:00 AM. Please take JR train leaving Takayama Station at 7:15 and get off at Hida-Osaka Station at 7:45 AM to meet the guide. We will pick you up at the station.
Return details
Actual meeting / starting point is Hida-Osaka 200 falls trekking office at 8:00 AM. Please take JR train leaving Takayama Station at 7:15 and get off at Hida-Osaka Station at 7:45 AM to meet the guide. We will pick you up at the station.

While you are walking in the deep forest, giant blue ice suddenly appears in front of you. The frozen waterfall is the most-admired waterfall in Hida-Osaka. A local guide who knows the area better than anyone will take you to the waterfall in all its beauty.

This tour suits those who would like to spend more time around the beautiful frozen waterfall. The time you’ll spend to reach this breathtaking scenery will sure be the unforgettable time in Japan. You will walk through the winter forest. The snow-capped forest bathing experience would be one of the highlights of your Japan trip.

Hida-Osaka is accessible both from Takayama and Gero in 40-50 minutes either by train or bus or car. The area is surrounded by mountains and forests. The clean and fresh air full of negative ions makes you feel so relaxed and refreshed. It's the best choice for those who are looking for the off-the-beaten path and forest bathing experience in Japan.

In order to operate the tour within the spec of the gear, you have to be taller than 140 cm (4’7” ft) and shorter than 190 cm (6’2” ft), and also weigh less than 90 kg (198 lbs).

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • Please make a reservation at least 3 days before the tour date.
  • Bread and hot soup lunch will be optionally available.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Frozen fall trekking

    Location Gero, Gifu Prefecture, Japan
    $172.41
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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