Icebreaker Garinko II / Garinko III "IMERU"
A spectacular cruise through the ice floes
The "Garinko" icebreaker is characterized by its bright red body and two huge drills. The cruise through the drift ice that covers the coast of the Sea of Okhotsk is a winter-only treat. The ship moving boldly through the ice as it crunches through the ice floes is a powerful sight to behold. The cabin is heated for your comfort, and the observation deck on the second floor allows you to fully enjoy the view of the ice floes while feeling the Okhotsk breezes. You may even encounter eagles, a natural treasure, and wild seals. Sunrise and sunset cruises offer a fantastic view of the sun and drift ice.
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- Category
- Ferry
- Travel Inspiration
- Enjoy spectacular views
- Nearest airports
General Information
- Postal code
- 〒094-0031
- Address
- 北海道紋別市海洋公園1
- Telephone Number
- 050-1743-5848（Okhotsk Garinko Tower）
- Open
- Winter: mid-Jan. to late Mar.
Duration: approx. 1 hour (may be extended by up to 30 minutes) - Closed
- Open every day during the period (Garinko-go II is closed every Wednesday)
- Prices
- Varies depending on equipment
- Car Park
- free
- Directions
- ●By car: About 10 minutes from Monbetsu Airport
●By car: About 90 minutes from Asahikawa-Monbetsu Expwy Ukishima IC - Website
Okhotsk Garinko Tower Co., Ltd.
Safety measures and safety operation initiatives of sightseeing ship operators, etc.
- Remarks
- The Garinko also operates during the summer! Scallop fishing watching cruise and fireworks cruise are also available.
The most popular “Caramel Cheese Ice Cream Waffle” available at the “Companio” cafe on the 3rd floor of Okhotsk Tower is covered with a generous amount of cheese. Please enjoy it with maple syrup if you like!
* Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.
