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By NaganoTrail
Free cancellation available
The previous price was AU$172 and current price is AU$159 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Overview

  • Immerse yourself in the serene landscapes of Nagano with the Snow Monkey Onsen Trek. This guided tour takes you on a meditative forest walk through cedar trees, approximately 50 minutes each way, to the world-famous Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park. Witness the Japanese macaques soaking in natural hot springs, all while your guide captures the moments so you can simply enjoy the experience. The return journey includes a relaxing soak at the Yudanaka foot spa and free time in the charming chestnut village of Obuse.

    • 7-hour return trek with an English-speaking guide
    • Experience the wild macaques in their natural habitat
    • Enjoy a soak at Yudanaka foot spa after the trek
    • Groups capped at 10 for an intimate experience

    The listed start time is 9:00 AM, but the actual meeting time is 9:15 AM. Please meet your guide at [Nagano Station, exit/location] at 9:15 AM. Please do not arrive earlier.

Activity location

  • Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park
    • 6845 Heion,
    • 381-0401, Yamanouchi-machi, Nagano Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Nagano Station
    • Kurita
    • 380-0921, Nagano, Nagano, Japan

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Snow Monkey Onsen Trek Guided Forest Walk to Jigokudani

  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
AU$126.36
AU$113.72 x 1 AdultAU$113.72
Paid at activityAU$45.13
Total
The previous price was AU$171.49 and current price is AU$158.85
10% off
Until Tue, 3 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Service charge
  • Exclusions
    Park entrance fee and train/bus fares are not included. Guests pay these on the day.
  • Exclusions
    Lunch

Know before you book

    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Visit Jigokudani Monkey Park, home to wild Japanese macaques. Walk the forest path with your guide, then watch the monkeys at close range as they play, groom and, in colder months, soak in the natural hot spring. Your guide will share what to look for and how to enjoy the park respectfully.

Yudanaka Onsen

  • 10m
足湯を体験

Obuse-machi

  • 1h 30m
Stop in Obuse, a charming small town known for its chestnut sweets and historic streets. Take a relaxed stroll with your guide, and enjoy a local snack or lunch if you like. Your guide can recommend places to eat and things to see.

Nagano Prefecture (Pass by)

Public transport (return by train and bus, including transfers) – 2 hours 40 minutes Walking (forest trail to and from Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, approx. 50 minutes each way) – 1 hour 40 minutes

Location

Activity location

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    Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park
    • 6845 Heion,
    • 381-0401, Yamanouchi-machi, Nagano Prefecture, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Nagano Station
    • Kurita
    • 380-0921, Nagano, Nagano, Japan

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