Tonegawa River, Japan, Advanced Full Day Pack Rafting

Challenge yourself on this full day advanced level pack rafting adventure on the Tonegawa river in Japan with JMGA certified guide Hiroko.

Group

1 Day

Jul - Oct

High

Advanced

Highlights

Enjoy a challenging pack rafting route on the Tonegawa river.
See the beautiful town of Minakami, while riding some thrilling rapids.
Put your advanced level rafting skills to the test on this full day adventure.

Description

Due to the size of the Tonegawa river, there are several different parts that you can pack raft on. And on this full day trip, you will get to experience the down river, which is where the most difficult and adventurous parts of the water are.

As a result of the difficulty level of this section of the Tonegawa river, participants are required to be able to raft at an advanced level. You must be adept at skills such as self-rescue and proper movement, among others. And while that limits the trip only for the most experienced, the rewards are well worth it, as the down river section is absolutely thrilling. Furthermore, the scenery you will get to see of the town of Minakami is gorgeous.

Also known as the Tone river, Tonegawa is a treat for anybody who gets to pack raft on it. And with this trip adding the element of challenge, it only makes it a more exciting adventure.

So if you are an experienced pack rafter looking for a challenging route, send me a request. I have no doubt you’ll have a great time on the Tonegawa river!

Would you like to still enjoy the Tonegawa river, but don’t have the necessary experience for this difficult option? Then join me on this full day, beginner level option. You can also join me on this half-day, beginner level option as well.

Price includes

Guiding fee
Personal insurance

Price details

In addition to the guiding fee, the price also includes insurance, taxes, and rental equipment, which includes paddle, PFD, helmet, wetsuit and shoes, but does not include any transportation costs, including train fees.

Details

More info

Participants must bring swimwear and a towel, and should bring beach sandals, sun glasses, rain wear in case of rain and a change of clothes.

Meeting point

Boukengoya Guesthouse

About the guide

Hiroko

4.5

(12)

Mountain Guide

I am a JMGA mountain guide based in Minakami in Gumma prefecture in Japan, home to Mount Tanigawa in the Tanigawa Mountain Range. It is one of the top 100 famous mountains in Japan and is my favourite mountain full of potentials in rock climbing, mountaineering, backcountry skiing and trekking. I also run a lodging service there for the convenience of clients, which I started in response to the requests by my clients in 2011.

My specialty ranges from climbing / mountaineering, trekking (hiking and snow shoeing), Sawanobori (climbing up through waterfalls), backcountry skiing / ski touring, pack rafting and canyoning.

Having been a member of Exploration Club whilst at University in Kyoto, my first guiding certification was in river rafting, where my passion lay at the time, and my main guiding activities now are mostly in the mountains.
With “explore deeper and have fun” as mottos, I put together outdoor adventure itineraries for each season of the year, so that more people can feel and enjoy the power and kindness of the nature.

I would love to share the unique, beautiful and exploratory experience you can get in Minakami with you, let it be in the mountains or in the waters!

I have the following certificates: JMGA Climbing Guide Stage Level 2, Oze Nature Guide, Oze Climbing Guide and WMA Wilderness First Responder.

When I'm unavailable to guide, my trusted colleagues with JMGA certifications will be able to guide you!

Languages

Japanese | French | English

Certificates

JMGA

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What people are saying about Hiroko

Li-hsin

It was my first winter mountaineering experience, and I had a wonderful time. Hiroko is great guide. She is professional, knowledgable, and very patient. Also, her love for Tanigawadake and the Minakami area is both inspiring and contagious. It made me want to come back and experience the area in a different season. My only complaint is that our email communication was a little slow. Overall I highly recommend this tour.

Thank you soooooo much to help arranging such an experience for us! Jimmy, Alice and I had so much fun, everything was great!!!! Thank you for your kindness! We love the blog too! We will certainly come again! Please send our great appreciation to Michi San (he's fun and cool!), also our Chef (She made us the best noodles and CD : ) I will send you more photos. Please take care and let us know when the next multi-day packrafting opportunity comes. We love camping and outdoor! Japan has a very nice natural environment. Cheers, Ardis

Olivia

No one replies questions on Explore-share whatsapp. Appreciate if can know change of tour guide in advance.

Mindy

Hiroko was amazingly fit, really professional and punctual, and clearly loved the area. Lunch was delicious and we got so lucky with the weather - highly recommended!

Andrew

It was wonderful and the guides were superb – big recommendation