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Cruises • Kameoka

Hozugawa River Boat Ride Experience in Kyoto

Morning departure
Up to 3 hrs
Instant confirmation
4.7 / 5
(3.4K) • 200K+ booked
€ 33.99
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Klook's choice
Tours • From Osaka, Kyoto

Kyoto Arashiyama Scenic Train & Hozugawa River Rafting Day Tour (Departing from Osaka / Kyoto)

English guided
Free cancellation
4.8 / 5
(696) • 10K+ booked
€ 58.65
Save € 25.14
Fall Special
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Fall Special
Klook's choice
Tours • From Kyoto

Kyoto Hozugawa River Boat Sagano Romantic Train Tour

English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
4.2 / 5
(69) • 1K+ booked
€ 94.25
Save € 23.54
Water activities • Kameoka

Kyoto: Hozugawa River Half-day White Water Rafting Experience

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English guided
Morning departure
4.9 / 5
(111) • 2K+ booked
€ 54.39
Fall Special
Fall Special
Tours • From Osaka

Osaka Sagano Romantic Train and Hozugawa River Cruise Day Tour

English guided
Free cancellation
4.6 / 5
(180) • 3K+ booked
€ 58.65
Save € 25.14
Fall Special
Fall Special
Tours • From Kyoto

Kyoto Day Tour: Kyoto Carriage & Sagano Romantic Train & Hozugawa River Cruise

Free cancellation
4.7 / 5
(62) • 1K+ booked
€ 97.65
Save € 41.80
Tours • From Osaka

Arashiyama Sagano Train & Hozugawa River Full-Day Cruise

English guided
Free cancellation
4.6 / 5
(14) • 200+ booked
€ 96.45
Save € 41.30
Fall Special
Fall Special
Tours • From Kyoto, Osaka

Kyoto Sagano Train & Hozugawa River Cruise Full-Day Tour

English guided
Free cancellation
5.0 / 5
(2) • 50+ booked
€ 93.65
Save € 40.14
Fall Special
Fall Special
Tours • From Osaka

Kyoto Hozugawa River Cruise & Sagano Train Experience

English guided
Free cancellation
5.0 / 5
(4) • 50+ booked
€ 96.45
Save € 41.30
Fall Special
Fall Special
Tours • From Kyoto, Osaka

Kyoto Arashiyama Full-Day Tour with Sagano Train & River Cruise

English guided
Free cancellation
4.7 / 5
(7) • 100+ booked
€ 96.45
Save € 41.30
Fall Special
Fall Special
Tours • From Kyoto, Osaka

Kyoto Arashiyama & Hozugawa River Full-Day Tour with Rafting

English guided
Free cancellation
50+ booked
€ 95.80
Save € 23.95

Reviews of Kameoka activities

Lina *******
2026-10-20 13:28:47
Fantastic 5.0
I had an amazing experience on this Kyoto day trip, and a special thank you to our tour guide, Hua Hua! ❤️ As a solo traveller visiting for the first time, I was quite scared and unsure of what to do. Hua Hua was incredibly friendly, helpful, and patient, making sure I was well guided and comfortable throughout the trip. Without him, I wouldn’t have enjoyed this experience as much. He truly deserves recognition and praise from the company for his outstanding service. I had so much fun and would definitely come back to be guided by him again. Hua Hua is truly the best of the best!
Klook User
2026-10-16 22:37:16
Fantastic 5.0
The fee was a bit expensive, but the entire trip was worth the money. Our guide, Lily, was very lovely and took good care of us. Both the train ride and boat ride were very fun, and despite the leaves not quite turning red yet, the green trees and mountains were gorgeous. The boatmen were also great conversationalists.
Klook User
2026-10-15 11:55:46
Fantastic 5.0
Our family of 3, including 12 year old, were very happy with the tour. Hua Hua was very attentive and made sure the group was settled in whenever we changed mode of transportation (mini bus - train - mini bus - boat). We were lucky to have met Hua Hua as he is very knowledgeable.
Klook客路用户
2026-10-23 12:09:56
Fantastic 5.0
Train: The vintage little train offers gorgeous views outside the window! The creaky carriages and wooden seats make you feel like you've stepped back into the last century. Itinerary: The train, horse-drawn carriage, and boat rides were all a lot of fun, but the boat was definitely the highlight. The two hours were full of laughter and joy. The boatman worked so hard, seamlessly combining manual rowing, performances, stand-up comedy, and sightseeing commentary throughout the entire trip. Totally worth it! Tour Guide: Our guide, Yu Qihang, was amazing! The itinerary was well-organized, and she switched effortlessly between Chinese, English, and Japanese! She also thoughtfully recommended quite a few great hiking spots~
Nur *********************
2026-04-29 16:00:35
Fantastic 5.0
This was by far the best Klook tour I’ve ever been on! My husband and I absolutely loved our guide, Mr. Joe. He was incredibly kind and provided clear, detailed information about the itinerary, meeting point, and drop-off location. We especially appreciated how he shared interesting history about Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara along the way. His English was very clear, which made communication easy and enjoyable. We were also lucky enough to ride Cabin No. 5 on the Sagano Romantic Train, and we didn’t miss out on the Hozugawa River boat rafting experience either. It was truly a memorable day! Okani Mr Joe! Hope we meet again!
Don *
2026-10-21 00:27:20
Fantastic 5.0
Bamboo forest was really pretty, albeit the crowd can make it hard to take photos. The romantic train seemed kinda meh actually, didn’t really enjoy it. However, the hozugawa boat ride was the best attraction of this day tour; you’ll constantly be surrounded by nature and beautiful landscapes. The boatmen were really entertaining and professional as well.
Klook User
2026-08-18 02:27:59
Fantastic 5.0
We had a great time very funny guides, relaxing beautiful weather even though it was August
Klook User
2026-10-08 06:29:19
Fantastic 5.0
A peaceful and entertaining boat ride through the river. I felt safe 100% of the time and the boatmen were funny and entertaining. safety: 100% - everyone wears life vests experience: scenic view of beautiful nature, lush green forests everywhere (would be amazing during Sakura season and later in October/November when the trees change colors) with some fast moments on the river instructor: proficient in English, absolute charming and knowledgeable about the area. also: super funny - everyone was laughing location:the ride ends near entrance of Arashiama Bamboo forest
Klook User
2026-04-29 07:38:34
Fantastic 5.0
One of the best things we did on our trip!! Everything is provided which is amazing and the staff are very friendly and helpful! The route is beautiful and the rapids are not so extreme. If you're thinking about booking, I would highly highly reccommend it!!

Kameoka at a glance

When is the busiest time for things to do in Kameoka?

Based on when travelers book attractions & activities

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
200
150
Avg 100Avg
50
0
97
Jan
114
Feb
152
Mar
133
Apr
98
May
55
Jun
Quietest 25
Jul
84
Aug
100
Sep
Busiest 162
Oct
111
Nov
62
Dec

Bookings from travellers from Australia spike in October, roughly 62% above a typical month, while July is much quieter — about 75% below typical — so expect October to sell out faster and to book earlier than usual. Based on Klook historical booking data.

How much do Kameoka activities cost?

Plan your budget for these activities

Typical range Typical price
Cruises
AUD57 AUD61 AUD58
Tours
AUD163 AUD167 AUD166
Water activities
AUD90 AUD90 AUD90
AUD0 AUD50 AUD100 AUD150

The easiest way in is Cruises, typically around AUD 58, while Tours sit at the upper end, typically around AUD 166; Cruises also show the widest choice, with a typical spread of 4, so prices vary most there. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – July 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

12 daysLast-minute
23 daysTypical
39 daysEarly

Travellers from Australia typically book around 23 days ahead, which still leaves flexibility; during October — the peak month — consider booking earlier toward the early-booking side (around 39 days) to secure spots. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

What to know before visiting Kameoka

What to expect in Kameoka

The local things-to-do catalogue is led by Cruises, then Tours and Water activities, which means you can mix short, affordable boat experiences with higher-priced guided tours to fill a day. Peak visitor demand falls in October and the quietest month is July, so expect the busiest bookings around October and far fewer options being reserved in July. That rhythm means similar experiences are easier to find in July and may require more planning in October.

How to choose activities to book

A key choice is whether you want the most affordable quick option or a fuller guided experience, and that depends on price and how much structure you want. The category with the widest range is Cruises, which runs from typically around AUD 57 at the entry level to typically around AUD 61 at the upper end, while Water activities are tightly priced with a typical of AUD 90, so shopping around gains little there.

If you need to plug gaps in an itinerary, the most affordable way in is Cruises with a typical price of AUD 58, and Tours sit at the higher end with a typical price of AUD 166, where what’s included can vary and you’ll find more mid-range options.

When travellers from Australia book

Most travellers book around 23 days ahead, while the earliest planners book about 39 days out. That means you should plan on booking roughly one to four weeks ahead, with extra cushion for visits in October when demand peaks.

How Kameoka activities compare on price

The table below shows how the city's main activity categories compare by typical price and usual booking range.

Category Typical Price Usual Range
Cruises AUD 58 AUD 57 – 61
Tours AUD 166 AUD 163 – 167
Water activities AUD 90 AUD 90 – 90

Typical price is the median paid on Klook; the usual range covers the middle half of bookings, so cheaper and pricier options exist outside it; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – July 2026.

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