Asahiyama Zoo and Shirogane Blue Pond Day Tour from Sapporo
- Discover the best of Hokkaido Island with a full day adventure to its most famous attractions
- Meet adorable creatures such as penguins, polar bears, seals, and more at the Asahiyama Zoo
- Bask in the peaceful atmosphere and the unique azure waters of the Shirogane Blue Pond
- Visit the beautiful Shirahige Falls and stroll along the Ninguru Terrace at New Furano Prince Hotel
- Replenish your energy with a sumptuous buffet lunch filled with your favorite Japanese cuisines
What To Expect from Asahiyama Zoo & Shirogane Blue Pond Day Tour
Want to make your stay in Hokkaido a hundred times better? Take on an exciting full day adventure to the best and most popular attractions that Hokkaido has to offer. Go, get up, and make your way to Asahiyama Zoo, one of the most prominent zoos in the island, offering visitors spectacular views of the animals from different angles. Get to see majestic polar bears, wolves, big cats, apes, and more inside - don’t miss the chance to pass through the glass tunnel of the penguin pool to see these cute little birds dance underwater! If you’re feeling a little hungry in the middle of the tour, don’t worry as you will get to replenish you energy with a delectable Japanese lunch at Kamifurano Herb Hill. After a satisfying meal, head over to the breathtaking Shirogane Blue Pond to marvel at its unique azure waters, and move to Shirahige Falls right after. Have the luxury to relax and explore at your own pace around New Furano Prince Hotel, Ninguru Terrace before capping off the tour and being dropped off at your original departure point in Sapporo.











Reviews
Reviews summaryOur guide, Ms. Lisa, was fantastic—very knowledgeable about the places, and incredibly kind, cheerful, and warm. We truly enjoyed the tour. We just wish we had more time at Blue Pond, as it felt a bit short and we wanted to fully appreciate the views and nature. Overall, this is one of the best tours we’ve booked. We can’t wait to come back for the summer Furano lavender field tour!
Thank you, Thomas, for driving us and being such a friendly guide. We departed on March 29, 2026, and there was no snow, just a light drizzle. The experience of riding the bus in this quiet city was very interesting.
The trip was amazing! Vivi as our tour guide was very accomodating and very patient with us. The bus also very clean and the schedule was always on time. Every guide that was given by our tour guide is very useful for our trip around Sapporo. Would recommend everyone to book this trip when in Sapporo
It was truly wonderful. The tour guide was attentive, provided excellent explanations, and took great care of us. We hit all the main attractions, and the entire experience was very comfortable. The bus was pleasant for sitting and sleeping, and the small group size meant it wasn't too crowded. Everyone was punctual. Sometimes on vacation, you just want to relax and not worry about planning, so this kind of day trip is perfect. You can rest on the bus, occasionally enjoy the scenery, and then get off to start playing and taking photos. It's very relaxing and saves you the fatigue of driving yourself. The penguins were incredibly cute, and the bears were my favorite animals we saw this time. The Shirahige Waterfall was also magnificent and beautiful. The best part of the whole trip was the guide's comfortable explanations and care. And a little bonus was that our hotel was the meeting point for the day trip, so we just had to go downstairs to meet and get on the bus to start our fun. Super happy, highly recommend!
We joined a one-day tour with our guide, Emma. She was full of humor, and since there were Japanese, Chinese, and Filipino speakers on the bus, she patiently repeated everything three times. I've included a photo of Emma walking in the snow from behind. Biei Farm was the most enjoyable stop; we rode snowmobiles. I highly recommend getting one per person for a better experience, but the person in front of me was too slow this time, so I didn't get to experience the thrill of speeding up. You absolutely must try the milk and ice cream at Biei; they were delicious! However, be aware that ice cream is not allowed on the bus, and if your tour includes a meal, you might not have enough time to finish your ice cream. The only downside of the one-day tour was that we had to leave Asahiyama Zoo before seeing all the animals. The Ningle Terrace was wet and a bit dirty due to melting snow, and without the lights on, it wasn't very impressive. We should have spent more time at the zoo, haha. If it's not dark yet, you're not interested in creative crafts, and you haven't eaten properly all day, I suggest eating directly at the restaurants near Prince Snow Resort instead of going into Ningle Terrace, as the restaurants close at 3:30 PM.
We had an amazing experience on this tour. Even though we weren’t able to visit Ningle Terrace due to the tight schedule caused by the snowstorm, the rest of the tour was still incredibly enjoyable and well worth it. The snowmobile experience was definitely a highlight, and everything was organized smoothly despite the weather challenges. Huge thanks to our tour guide, Alex, who was very helpful, accommodating, and made sure everyone was comfortable and enjoying the trip. Overall, it was a memorable winter adventure, and we truly appreciated how well the tour was managed despite the unexpected weather. Highly recommended!
it was an interesting fun trip. our guide tour's name was Lisa. she's kind, supportive, and very helpful. she even helps taking a picture of everyone. this trip is wonderful and what i like the most is Asahiyama Zoo and Shirahige Waterfall. i hope i can go here again next time.
I’m really glad I decided to join the Asahiyama Klook tour — it was absolutely worth it. Our tour guide, Emma, was fantastic. She didn’t just bring us around; she carefully explained the pros and cons of each spot and advised us where to go first, which helped us avoid crowds and save a lot of time. That made the whole experience so much smoother and more enjoyable. It was also our lucky day! According to Emma, it hadn’t snowed for the past three weeks, and we were lucky enough to see fresh snow during our visit ❄️ It made the scenery even more magical. Emma is also amazing at taking photos! She helped my boyfriend and me capture so many beautiful shots together, which made the trip even more memorable 🤍 No regrets at all joining this tour — highly recommended if you’re visiting Hokkaido! The tour was well-organised, punctual, and stress-free. Definitely no regrets joining this tour — highly recommended for anyone visiting Hokkaido!
Tour is very comfortable, and the tour guide is very informative and communicative. Certain unavoidable delays because of snow storm happened, but nevertheless, we were able to come back earlier because of our guide. Ningle terrace is not passable die to the snow storm, but enjoyed the snow mobile so much because of the winter wonderland view!
the best decision that I ever made. Me and my son enjoy the trip so much. we sent to zoo to see the pegun and then we Take snow mobile. best experience ever. The guide also friendly. he is amazing. he can speak 3 language
Good to know
- Animal show arrangements are subject to the zoo's daily conditions and may change without prior notice. Please be aware of this.
- Customers participating in a one-day tour are advised to avoid booking dinner or other activities in advance, especially those with flights on the same day. We will not be liable for any compensation if you are unable to attend pre-booked dinner or other activities on time, or miss your flight, due to traffic congestion. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
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