Hozugawa Private River Boat Ride Day Tours
from $1,000.99
- Transport not included
- Meals not included
- Guide included
- Entry fees included
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Highlights
- The Hozugawa Kudari route has a rich history dating back more than 400 years, originally used to transport goods from the mountains to Kyoto
- Each boat is operated by three specialised boatmen: one uses a bamboo pole to push against rocks and protect the boat, another rows at the front
- The Hozugawa River Boat Ride offers an exciting traditional boat trip through narrow passes, river rapids, and magnificent 200-million-year-old rock formations
- n spring, the riverbanks are adorned with delicate cherry blossoms.
About this experience
Show your smartphone ticket at the reception desk in the boarding area (of Hozugawa kudari).
Life jackets are mandatory
The activity takes place rain or shine; in case of rain, the boat will be covered with a tent
Kids under 3 can join for free, if sitting on their supervisor's lap
Not recommended for women who are 6+ months pregnant
Prices may vary during peak season
There's no toilet on board
You can bring your own food and beverages
Photos are allowed, but please inform the oarsmen if you need to stand up
In case of particularly bad weather, please check the supplier's [website](https://www.hozugawakudari.jp/) to know if the boat ride will operate
The boat ride ends at 13 Sagakamenoochō, Ukyo Ward, Kyoto, 616-8386
Wheelchair accessible
What to expect
Hozu River rafting is one of the more popular rafting in Kyoto. Bozu River is located between Kyoto Kameoka City and Kyoto Arashiyama Togetsu Bridge. It is a famous scenic tourist destination for the Arashiyama Train (Sagano Scenic Railway). Huge rocks, boulders and rapids can be seen everywhere in Baojin Gorge. There are many changes in direction along the way along the valley. From the air, you can see several large bends in the shape of the Chinese character "Ji". Tourists can choose to take a rubber boat near JR Kameoka Station for a rafting session. Wonders such as Wu Hat Rock and Lion Rock follow one after another. Keep meeting, and you can also meet the Arashiyama train passing by halfway up the mountain. It may be that the turbulent upstream makes you so thrilling that you have no time to take into account the overall beauty. When you reach the downstream, you will suddenly become enlightened. At this time, you can see the ancient buildings on the cliffs on both sides of the river, spring cherry and autumn maple, each with its own beauty, and sometimes you can see it The water vapor pervades the fairy-like scene. The destination for rafting on the Baojin River is near the Togetsu Bridge in Arashiyama. After disembarking, you change into a professional equipment, visit the small shops in the Arashiyama area, and eat a Kyoto-style Japanese meal. It is a good experience.
What's included
- 2-hour private boat ride
- Expert oarsmen
- Chartered boat (capacity of 17 people)
Not included
- Hotel pick-up
- Food and beverages
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