Hokkaido Lake Toya Observation Deck & Noboribetsu Hell Valley & Showa-shinzan Bear Ranch & Mount Usu & Lake Hill Farm Day Trip (Departing from Sapporo)

Today's tour guide was Tao Ran Jenny, who was very friendly and always reminded us of things to pay attention to in advance. We communicated in both Chinese and English. Today was cloudy, a bit cold, and there was occasional light rain, but it didn't affect the overall itinerary. We generally stayed at each attraction for about 40 minutes. I recommend that everyone choose between Showa Shinzan, Mount Usu, and the Bear Ranch (100 minutes). The scenery on itinerary one is beautiful. Itinerary one: Mount Usu Ropeway (2000 JPY/person, self-paid). Itinerary two: Bear Ranch (1000 JPY/person, self-paid). The ice cream at Lake Hill Farm was delicious, and there were flowers outside for photos. Because there were many people, I suggest getting off at each stop and quickly grabbing a ticket to order ice cream, otherwise, you won't have time to take pictures. For the hot spring foot bath, I recommend soaking for 20 minutes and then heading to the gift shop to use the restroom. On the way back, there were many hydrangeas to photograph. On the return trip, the guide introduced many Hokkaido delicacies. I look forward to visiting again next time.

I had an amazing time exploring Noboribetsu and Lake Toya with our guide Kevin, and honestly, the trip would’ve been half as good without them. Kevin didn’t just stick to the main spots, he gave us solid tips for both Noboribetsu and Lake Toya, plus recommendations for other things to do around Hokkaido. That extra local insight made it easy to plan the rest of my stay. The name says it all for Hell Valley! the steaming vents, sulfuric smells, and bubbling pools everywhere. The wooden walkways make it easy to get close to the vents, and Kevin explained the history behind it, which made it way more interesting than just snapping photos. Lake Toya was the perfect contrast and was calm, wide, and surrounded by mountains. I enjoyed the Mt. Usu Ropeway and the bear ranch ! The local ice cream is a must at Lake hill farm. I tried the Hokkaido milk flavor.

The trip was packed with attractions and shout out to our guide, Jenny, cus she’s amazing. She’s fun, informative, and honest about what’s worth doing and buying. It wouldn’t be as fun without her. This is an easy way to see a lot of things in one day and good for solo travelers. Also, get the ice cream at Farm Hill. It’s so good.

The Hokkaido day tour experience was excellent! In one day, we visited Noboribetsu Hell Valley, Showa Shinzan, Mount Usu, Lake Toya, Lake Hill Farm, and Jozankei. The itinerary was packed with attractions, allowing us to see various natural landscapes of Hokkaido all at once, and the overall trip was very fulfilling. I especially want to commend our tour guide, Lucy! She meticulously explained the itinerary, meeting times, and important notes along the way. She also introduced the attractions and shared interesting facts about Hokkaido, making the entire journey more engaging and reassuring. Lucy was very kind and patient, always willing to help with any issues, and created a wonderful group atmosphere. Although there were quite a few attractions to cover in one day, it's perfect for first-time visitors to Hokkaido who want to explore the Noboribetsu and Lake Toya areas. I particularly loved the scenery around Lake Toya, and Lake Hill Farm was very pleasant with delicious ice cream. Overall, it was a very enjoyable day tour experience! Thank you, Lucy, for your care throughout the day. Highly recommended!

it was a chill trip south of sapporo to see some nature. enjoyed way too many ice creams. the gelato at lake hill farm was really really good, and i’ve had a lot of ice creams. we had lucy as our guide, she shared a lot of information about hokkaido and was really passionate about the city :) everything was communicated smoothly and we all had a great time

We had a fantastic day exploring Lake Toya, Showa Shinzan, and Noboribetsu Hell Valley. Our guide, Aoki, was excellent—friendly, knowledgeable, and very organized throughout the trip. She shared interesting facts about Hokkaido, local history, and each destination, making the journey much more enjoyable. Everything ran on time, and she was always happy to answer questions and make sure everyone was comfortable. The itinerary was well planned, with enough time to enjoy each stop without feeling rushed. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Hokkaido. Thank you, Aoki, for making this such a memorable experience!

I had a wonderful experience on this trip, and our guide Jenny was absolutely fantastic. She was very friendly, helpful, and informative throughout the entire journey. She explained the different places we visited clearly and made the trip enjoyable and comfortable. I also really appreciated that Jenny recommended some great restaurants for us to try after the tour ended. It was such a thoughtful and helpful recommendation, and I had a great time exploring them. Thank you, Jenny, for making the trip so enjoyable and memorable. I would definitely recommend this tour to others!

Wonderful way to visit areas that I wouldn’t have known about on this beautiful Northern island of Japan. The sights were amazing. The bears were very entertaining, and our guide was very knowledgeable. Thank you, Hikaru, for a memorable experience. I would definitely recommend this trip.

We had a wonderful day trip exploring Noboribetsu Hell Valley, Lake Toya, Mount Usu, and the Bear Ranch. A huge shoutout to our guide, Lucy, who was so informative and went out of her way to help us get some wonderful photos. The sights were a real highlight and made for a fantastic day out. The only minor drawback was the transport, as the bus felt a bit cramped for a long-distance journey. Making the seating a bit more spacious would make the ride much more comfortable, but overall it was a really memorable experience thanks to Lucy and the amazing itinerary!

Today's day trip to Noboribetsu and Lake Toya was an exceptional experience. Our tour guide, Joy, was extremely professional, attentive, and responsible! The pace was well-managed across all stops, from Hell Valley and Showa Shinzan to Lake Toya. Although we couldn't visit Snow World at the last stop due to a lack of snow, the driver and guide took us to Jozankei to enjoy the free foot bath and take in the views of the Futami Suspension Bridge. Warming our feet in the bitter cold was so relaxing. Highly recommended with a five-star rating!