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Hozugawa River Boat Ride Experience in Kyoto
Cruises • Kameoka

Hozugawa River Boat Ride Experience in Kyoto

Morning departure
Up to 3 hrs
Instant confirmation
4.7 / 5
(3.4K) • 200K+ booked
AUD 53.95
Kyoto Arashiyama Scenic Train & Hozugawa River Rafting Day Tour (Departing from Osaka / Kyoto)
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
AUD 93.05
Save AUD 39.84
Kyoto Hozugawa River Boat Sagano Romantic Train Tour
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
AUD 129.80
Save AUD 32.45
Kyoto: Hozugawa River Half-day White Water Rafting Experience
Water activities • Kameoka

Kyoto: Hozugawa River Half-day White Water Rafting Experience

English guided
Morning departure
3-5 hrs
4.9 / 5
(111) • 2K+ booked
AUD 86.29
Osaka Sagano Romantic Train and Hozugawa River Cruise Day Tour
Fall Special
Tours • From Osaka

Osaka Sagano Romantic Train and Hozugawa River Cruise Day Tour

English guided
Free cancellation
4.6 / 5
(179) • 3K+ booked
AUD 93.05
Save AUD 39.84
Kyoto Day Tour: Kyoto Carriage & Sagano Romantic Train & Hozugawa River Cruise
Fall Special
Tours • From Kyoto

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

Free cancellation
4.7 / 5
(62) • 1K+ booked
AUD 134.60
Save AUD 57.70
Arashiyama Half-Day Horse Carriage & Hozugawa River Cruise with Scenic Train
Tours • From Osaka

Arashiyama Half-Day Horse Carriage & Hozugawa River Cruise with Scenic Train

Free cancellation
New Activity
AUD 95.49
Save AUD 23.86
Arashiyama Sagano Train & Hozugawa River Full-Day Cruise
Tours • From Osaka

Arashiyama Sagano Train & Hozugawa River Full-Day Cruise

English guided
Free cancellation
4.6 / 5
(14) • 200+ booked
AUD 132.99
Save AUD 57.00
Kyoto Hozugawa River Cruise & Sagano Train Experience
Fall Special
Tours • From Osaka

Kyoto Hozugawa River Cruise & Sagano Train Experience

English guided
Free cancellation
5.0 / 5
(4) • 50+ booked
AUD 132.99
Save AUD 57.00
Kyoto Sagano Train & Hozugawa River Cruise Full-Day Tour
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
AUD 129.15
Save AUD 55.35
Kyoto Arashiyama Full-Day Tour with Sagano Train & River Cruise
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
AUD 132.99
Save AUD 57.00

Hotels in Kameoka

Ryokan Sumiya Kihoan
Hotels • Kameoka

Ryokan Sumiya Kihoan

Instant confirmation
4.7 / 5
(227)
From
AUD 367.15
Yunohana Resort Suisen
Hotels • Kameoka

Yunohana Resort Suisen

Instant confirmation
4.9 / 5
(133)
From
AUD 700.87
Syoenso Hozugawatei
Hotels • Kameoka

Syoenso Hozugawatei

Instant confirmation
4.4 / 5
(32)
From
AUD 233.16
Hotel Route Inn Kyoto Kameoka Ekimae
Hotels • Kameoka

Hotel Route Inn Kyoto Kameoka Ekimae

Instant confirmation
4.6 / 5
(216)
From
AUD 88.6
Sun Royal Hotel Kameoka Ekimae
Hotels • Kameoka

Sun Royal Hotel Kameoka Ekimae

Instant confirmation
From
AUD 93.07
Sumiya Kiho-an
Hotels • Kameoka

Sumiya Kiho-an

Instant confirmation
From
AUD 479.6
Kyou Gohan to Rotenburo no Yado Yunohanatsukiya
Hotels • Kameoka

Kyou Gohan to Rotenburo no Yado Yunohanatsukiya

Instant confirmation
5.0 / 5
(3)
From
AUD 507.03
IZA COMINCA YOROZU
Hotels • Kameoka

IZA COMINCA YOROZU

Instant confirmation
New Activity
From
AUD 559.83
Satoyama no Kyujitsu Kyoto Keburikawa
Hotels • Kameoka

Satoyama no Kyujitsu Kyoto Keburikawa

Instant confirmation
4.4 / 5
(3)
From
AUD 372.42
Keizankaku
Hotels • Kameoka

Keizankaku

Instant confirmation
From
AUD 286.16

Reviews of Kameoka activities

Klook User
2026-07-07 15:07:17
Fantastic 5.0
We booked 2 rooms wanteI This was the closest hotel to the Hozugawa River boat ride. It was beautiful. Breakfast was delicious. There is a peaceful onsen on site, but you must cover your tattoos. You can purchase tattoo covers at the desk . Be aware that they really stick and it takes a lot of time to remove the stickers. The day of our boat ride, we checked out of the hotel, & we asked if they could watch our bags at the desk while we did the boat ride. They gave us a chip to come back that same day to retrieve our bags for free . After our boat ride we took the train back to the hotel to retrieve our bags. The staff was professional and kind. The only comment that I’d give a head up on is that the beds are small. I had to get 2 rooms for my family of 4 and we all had to share beds. My family is not very big and we were fine and slept really well. But if you were a larger person, sharing a bed, it might be kind of snug. I would still rebook at this hotel in a heartbeat. 10/10
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
2026-10-14 01:07:54
Fantastic 5.0
this was possibly the best part of the trip. a little thrill ride. lots of nature. excellent guides who were as funny as the jungle river cruise. it was delightful and I would go back every season to see the changes in the nature and hear the stories of the boatmen. exceptional trip

Kameoka at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Kameoka?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

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

Demand peaks in November, when bookings run about 62% above a typical month, while August is much quieter at roughly 75% below typical — book early for November and expect easier availability and fewer crowds in August. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Kameoka cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget.

64
62
60
58
56
Priciest AUD63 Cheapest AUD57
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities are typically around AUD 59, with March the cheapest month at typically around AUD 57 — roughly 10% below the priciest month in July — and the cheapest month does not align with the November demand peak. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

12 daysLast-minute
23 daysTypical
39 daysEarly

Most travellers from Australia book about 23 days ahead, with last-minute bookings around 12 days and early bookers about 39 days; during the November peak this means you should consider booking earlier than usual to secure spots. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Kameoka

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1AUD = 111.28JPY

  • Official languages

What to know before visiting Kameoka

What Kameoka is famous for

Kameoka draws travellers mainly for Cruises, Tours and Water activities, with scenic boat rides and guided excursions dominating bookings through the year. Demand follows a clear seasonal rhythm: Klook booking data shows a strong surge into November and a deep lull in August. Use that rhythm to pick an experience that suits you — choose lively November for atmosphere or quieter August for more space. All observations above are based on Klook booking data.

Best months to visit Kameoka

Klook booking data flags November as the busiest month, with demand jumping substantially, while August is the quietest month. Prices are fairly stable across the year: the typical paid on Klook drifts between AUD 63 at the upper end in July and AUD 57 in March, with most months clustering around the low sixties. If you want lower prices and smaller crowds aim for March or the quieter months; if you prefer peak-season atmosphere pick November.

Month Demand Level Typical Price
January Quieter than usual AUD 60
February About average AUD 58
March Busier than usual AUD 57
April Peak demand AUD 58
May Busier than usual AUD 57
June About average AUD 58
July Very quiet AUD 63
August Very quiet AUD 61
September Quieter than usual AUD 61
October About average AUD 61
November Peak demand AUD 58
December Busier than usual AUD 58

Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

Tips for travellers from Australia

Most travellers from Australia book ahead: Klook booking data shows trips are typically arranged about three weeks ahead, and the earliest planners book roughly five and a half weeks out. That means you should plan and lock in popular cruises and tours around three weeks before travel, and earlier if you're visiting during November when demand peaks. For flexibility, last-minute options do exist up to 12 days beforehand. Book on Klook to secure chosen dates and to see the typical prices and availability reflected in the platform's booking data.

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