Hida-Osaka is situated 40 minutes south from Takayama, and 40 minutes north from Gero either by train or bus or car. It's the best choice for those who are looking for the off-the-beaten path in Japan. The frozen waterfall gets as big as 15 meters (50 feet) high and 5 meters (16 feet) wide. It starts forming in early November and will drop and disappear by the end of April. The local guide who knows the area better than anyone will take you to the waterfall in all its beauty. The trail is about total 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) and takes about 4. 5 hours round trip. It’s a complete snow trail which requires snowshoes and spikes. The trail starts at an altitude of 1,800 meters (5,900 feet). The...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide
equipment
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
The Waterfalls of Osaka Tour Secretariat
Actual meeting / starting point is Hida-Osaka 200 falls trekking office at 8:00 AM. Please take JR train leaving Takayama Station at 7:15 and get off at Hida-Osaka Station at 7:45 AM to meet the guide. We will pick you up at the station.
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Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
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Please make a reservation at least 3 days before the tour date.
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Bread and hot soup lunch will be optionally available.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Hida-Osaka is situated 40 minutes south from Takayama, and 40 minutes north from Gero either by train or bus or car. It's the best choice for those who are looking for the off-the-beaten path in Japan. The frozen waterfall gets as big as 15 meters (50 feet) high and 5 meters (16 feet) wide. It starts forming in early November and will drop and disappear by the end of April. The local guide who knows the area better than anyone will take you to the waterfall in all its beauty. The trail is about total 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) and takes about 4. 5 hours round trip. It’s a complete snow trail which requires snowshoes and spikes. The trail starts at an altitude of 1,800 meters (5,900 feet). The...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide
equipment
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
The Waterfalls of Osaka Tour Secretariat
Actual meeting / starting point is Hida-Osaka 200 falls trekking office at 8:00 AM. Please take JR train leaving Takayama Station at 7:15 and get off at Hida-Osaka Station at 7:45 AM to meet the guide. We will pick you up at the station.
Return
Itinerary
While you are walking in the deep forest, giant blue ice suddenly appears in front of you. The frozen waterfall is the most-admired waterfall in Hida-Osaka. A local guide who knows the area better than anyone will take you to the waterfall in all its beauty.
This tour suits those who would like to spend more time around the beautiful frozen waterfall. The time you’ll spend to reach this breathtaking scenery will sure be the unforgettable time in Japan. You will walk through the winter forest. The snow-capped forest bathing experience would be one of the highlights of your Japan trip.
Hida-Osaka is accessible both from Takayama and Gero in 40-50 minutes either by train or bus or car. The a...
