Hozugawa River Boat Ride Charter Boat
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Hozugawa River Boat Ride Charter Boat
Next available dates
Mon
8 Dec
Tue
9 Dec
Wed
10 Dec
Bestseller
Kyoto Kameoka Hozugawa River Boat Ride
Instant confirmation
No cancellation
Duraiton: about 2 hours
When you arrive at the boarding area for the Hozugawa River Boat Ride, kindly show your smartphone ticket to the reception desk.
Kindly be advised that the boat may take up to 30 minutes after the scheduled time to depart.
When you arrive at the boarding area for the Hozugawa River Boat Ride, kindly show your smartphone ticket to the reception desk.
Kindly be advised that the boat may take up to 30 minutes after the scheduled time to depart.
Available period
Within 3 months
Within 3 months
Reservation reception deadline
Please make a reservation by 23:59 3 day(s) before the participation date.
Please make a reservation by 23:59 3 day(s) before the participation date.
Voucher expiration period
Valid only for the participation date specified
Valid only for the participation date specified
What's Included
- 2-hour rafting adventure on a charter boat along the Hozugawa River with a skilled boatman
Restrictions
- There are no restroom facilities available on the boat.
- Feel free to bring your own food and beverages.
- Guidelines to follow when boarding the Hozugawa River Boat Ride.
1. Those who are below 80cm in height are not permitted to get on the boat.
2. Boarding the boat is only allowed for those who wear life jackets properly.
3. Individuals who are experiencing any symptoms of illness are prohibited from boarding the boat.
4. It is mandatory for individuals who are classified as type 1 or type 2 disabled and are under the age of 12 to be accompanied by a companion. Each disabled person requires one companion.
5. Individuals using wheelchairs need to be accompanied by an attendant, even if they can transfer to a seat independently.
(Directly using a wheelchair on the boat is not permitted.)
Individuals who have guide dogs are allowed to bring their service animals on board.
If you belong to any of the aforementioned categories, you may not be allowed to board the boat even if you show up. Therefore, kindly reach out to us beforehand.
Requirements
- When you arrive at the boarding area for the Hozugawa River Boat Ride, kindly show your smartphone ticket to the reception desk.
- Please provide the operating company with the names of all participants at least one day before boarding.
- The busy season for charter boats in 2024: 4/27-5/6, 7/13-15, 8/3-8/15, 9/14-9/23, 10/12-14, all days in November.
- It may take longer to arrange for the boat during busy periods.
Other Information
- It is compulsory to wear a life jacket.
- Please note that hotel pick-up service and meals are not included.
- The event will take place regardless of the weather conditions. If it rains, the boat will still run and be covered by a canopy.
- In the event of a large number of visitors, there may be a waiting period.
- If you arrive late for your check-in time, you may not be able to board within the 30-minute window.
Especially for those with reservations for the final boat, please arrive with plenty of time to spare.
Once your reserved check-in time has passed, boarding will not be permitted.
(Access info: https://www.hozugawakudari.jp/access) - Service may be suspended due to strong winds, inclement weather, or rising river levels. Even on sunny days, please check the latest operation status on the day of your visit at the following website:
https://www.hozugawakudari.jp/ - Wheelchairs: Wheelchair users must be accompanied by a companion when boarding the boat. The companion is kindly requested to assist with transferring to a seat onboard. Foldable wheelchairs can be stored on the boat. (Directly using a wheelchair on the boat is not permitted.)
From
NZD 1,621
Highlights
You can sail to Arashiyama, Kyoto, and experience traditional Japanese techniques by chartering a boat.
●Operating Period: Mar 10, 2025 (Mon) to Dec 7, 2025 (Sun)
Business Hours: 9:00 to 15:00
Regular Departures: 9:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00
Closed Dates: Jan 1 to 4, Feb 1, Feb 12, Aug 11, Sep 3, Dec 29 to 31
●Operating Period: Dec 8, 2025 (Mon) to Mar 9, 2026 (Mon)
Winter Cruise: Dec 8 to 28, 2025 / Jan 5 to Mar 9, 2026
Business Hours: 10:00 to 14:30
Regular Departures: 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 14:30
●Operating Period: Mar 10, 2026 (Tue) to Dec 13, 2026 (Sun)
Business Hours: 9:00 to 15:00
Regular Departures: (8:30) 9:00 / 10:00 / 11:00 / 12:00 / 13:00 / 14:00 / 15:00
May open at 8:30 during peak seasons
Closed Dates: Feb 1, Feb 4, Aug 11, Sep 2
●Operating Period: Dec 14, 2026 (Mon) to Mar 9, 2027 (Tue)
Winter Cruise: Dec 14 to 28, 2026 / Jan 5 to Mar 9, 2027
Business Hours: 10:00 to 14:30
Regular Departures: 10:00 / 11:30 / 13:00 / 14:30
In severe weather or river flooding, service may be temporarily halted.
Before visiting, please check the boat's status using the URL below.
https://www.hozugawakudari.jp/
What's included
INCLUDED
2-hour rafting adventure on a charter boat along the Hozugawa River with a skilled boatman
Additional information
Restrictions
There are no restroom facilities available on the boat.
Feel free to bring your own food and beverages.
Guidelines to follow when boarding the Hozugawa River Boat Ride.
1. Those who are below 80cm in height are not permitted to get on the boat.
2. Boarding the boat is only allowed for those who wear life jackets properly.
3. Individuals who are experiencing any symptoms of illness are prohibited from boarding the boat.
4. It is mandatory for individuals who are classified as type 1 or type 2 disabled and are under the age of 12 to be accompanied by a companion. Each disabled person requires one companion.
5. Individuals using wheelchairs need to be accompanied by an attendant, even if they can transfer to a seat independently.
(Directly using a wheelchair on the boat is not permitted.)
Individuals who have guide dogs are allowed to bring their service animals on board.
If you belong to any of the aforementioned categories, you may not be allowed to board the boat even if you show up. Therefore, kindly reach out to us beforehand.
1. Those who are below 80cm in height are not permitted to get on the boat.
2. Boarding the boat is only allowed for those who wear life jackets properly.
3. Individuals who are experiencing any symptoms of illness are prohibited from boarding the boat.
4. It is mandatory for individuals who are classified as type 1 or type 2 disabled and are under the age of 12 to be accompanied by a companion. Each disabled person requires one companion.
5. Individuals using wheelchairs need to be accompanied by an attendant, even if they can transfer to a seat independently.
(Directly using a wheelchair on the boat is not permitted.)
Individuals who have guide dogs are allowed to bring their service animals on board.
If you belong to any of the aforementioned categories, you may not be allowed to board the boat even if you show up. Therefore, kindly reach out to us beforehand.
Requirements
When you arrive at the boarding area for the Hozugawa River Boat Ride, kindly show your smartphone ticket to the reception desk.
Please provide the operating company with the names of all participants at least one day before boarding.
The busy season for charter boats in 2024: 4/27-5/6, 7/13-15, 8/3-8/15, 9/14-9/23, 10/12-14, all days in November.
It may take longer to arrange for the boat during busy periods.
Other Information
It is compulsory to wear a life jacket.
Please note that hotel pick-up service and meals are not included.
The event will take place regardless of the weather conditions. If it rains, the boat will still run and be covered by a canopy.
In the event of a large number of visitors, there may be a waiting period.
If you arrive late for your check-in time, you may not be able to board within the 30-minute window.
Especially for those with reservations for the final boat, please arrive with plenty of time to spare.
Once your reserved check-in time has passed, boarding will not be permitted.
(Access info: https://www.hozugawakudari.jp/access)
Especially for those with reservations for the final boat, please arrive with plenty of time to spare.
Once your reserved check-in time has passed, boarding will not be permitted.
(Access info: https://www.hozugawakudari.jp/access)
Service may be suspended due to strong winds, inclement weather, or rising river levels. Even on sunny days, please check the latest operation status on the day of your visit at the following website:
https://www.hozugawakudari.jp/
https://www.hozugawakudari.jp/
Wheelchairs: Wheelchair users must be accompanied by a companion when boarding the boat. The companion is kindly requested to assist with transferring to a seat onboard. Foldable wheelchairs can be stored on the boat. (Directly using a wheelchair on the boat is not permitted.)
Location
Address
Kyoto, Japan
Provider
保津川下り（保津川遊船企業組合）
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NZD 1,621
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