3-Day Rishiri: Sea, Volcano & Culture - SUP & Hiking
3-DAY
DIFFICULTY
GREEN SEASON
3 Days 2 Nights
Min.2 , Max.8
- HIGHTLIGHTS
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- An amazing view of Mt. Rishiri, a peak floating in the ocean
- Paddle across the clear waters of 'Rishiri Blue' on an SUP
- Rishiri Konbu kelp and sea urchin workshop, where you can enjoy interacting with locals
OVERVIEW
The magnificent Mt. Rishiri towers over the northern tip of Hokkaido. Its mysterious-looking island was created by an undersea volcano and is recognized as one of the seven national parks located in Hokkaido. Be at one with the unique landscape crafted by volcanic activity on this island which has 60 km of coastline teaming with seafood.
Fly into Rishiri Island on the first day and then head for Cape Peshi. Climbing the rocks to 90 m above sea level, you can behold the mineral-rich ocean below and get a feel for the terrain that nurtures these ideal fishing waters. On the second day, you‘ll visit the “Rishiri Blue” sea. Glide across these calm waters on an SUP to get a closer look at the fish swimming among the reefs on the ocean floor. In the afternoon, you’ll have fun in a workshop with the locals. By collecting sea urchins and making souvenirs from konbu kelp, you can get a feel for the island’s core industries and the people’s love for the sea. The last day will take you on a walk through the Minamihama Wetland, a marsh created by volcanic activity. You can really feel the energy of the Earth by strolling through a rare natural environment where high and low moors coexist.
Through activities such as SUP, walking, and eating local foods, this special three-day trip will look up in awe at the beauty of Mt. Rishiri and feel the breathtaking scenery of the volcano and sea around you, while also experiencing the lifestyle and culture of the people it nurtures.
ITINERARY
DAY 1
To Rishiri Island, where you can feel the energy of the sea and the land
You’ll depart from Okadama Airport and fly into Rishiri Airport. From there, the first destination will be Cape Peshi. After reaching the top of a steep and rocky area, you can look down at the mineral-rich ocean and take in the panoramic view of this plentiful fishing area created by a volcano. Local seafood will be for dinner and then you can spend the rest of this trip’s beginning by relaxing at the hotel.
DAY 2
Enjoy the "Rishiri Blue" sea and taste the island's specialties
In the morning, you’ll experience SUP in the crystal clear waters of the part of the sea known as “Rishiri Blue”. Gliding across the calm waters, you can look right into the ocean and see fish as they live among the reefs formed by volcanic activity. In the afternoon, it’s off to the home of Rishiri Konbu kelp. Through the experience of collecting sea urchins and making kelp souvenirs, you’ll be able to get a feel for the island’s core industry and taste the island’s specialties. More local cuisine can be had for dinner as well.
DAY 3
Experience the mysteries of a marshland thriving with plant life
The final day will take you to a kelp processing facility and warehouse to get a deeper understanding of Rishiri Konbu. In the afternoon, you will take a stroll through the Minamihama Wetland, a marsh created by volcanic activity. Feel the energy of the Earth while walking through this unique landscape where high moors and low moors coexist. Finally, you will return to Okadama Airport via Rishiri Airport, where everyone will part ways with fond memories of the trip.
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