GARINKO GO Ⅲ Icebreaker Ticket
- Take a ride on the newly built drift ice ice crusher GARINKO GO III and enjoy the majesty of the frozen landscape.
- Only here can you experience the scene of the drift ice being crunched and the icebreaker moving forward heroically.
- If you are lucky, you can see the creatures that come with the drifting ice, such as the drifting ice angel Crione, and the white-tailed sea eagles, Steller's sea eagles and seals that are natural monuments.
What to expect
Since drift ice is a natural phenomenon, it is difficult to predict and guarantee viewing times, and it is usually more common from late January to early March. Viewing drift ice may be affected by weather or onshore conditions, so please understand this in advance.
[GARINKO GO Ⅲ Icebreaker] Two large propellers at the bow of the ship rumble forward through the drift ice, providing a thrilling cruise experience. Even on the ship, you can feel the sound and vibration of the ice being broken, and the crushed ice floats up from the side of the hull. One of its charms is observing drift ice up close. This is a representative sight of Hokkaido in winter. Experience the mysterious drift ice spectacle! Feel the magnificence of the drift ice in the Sea of Okhotsk at the northernmost tip of Japan, and you may even encounter resting white-tailed eagles, Steller’s sea eagles, and adorable seals. You can take a cruise to admire the sunset sinking into the mountains from the sea. The red霞 reflects the sky, the ocean, and the drift ice zone, bringing a relaxing and wonderful experience. The twilight hours are not to be missed! The beautiful scenery of that day and that time may only be seen once. *Please note that you may not be able to see the sunset in bad weather.
This ship can carry 235 passengers. The drift ice viewing room at the rear of the ship can accommodate 42 people, the passenger room on the bridge deck can accommodate 59 people, and the passenger room on the upper deck offers 134 seats, allowing more passengers to enter the magnificent world of drift ice. The first floor guest room has sofa-style seating, and because it is close to the sea, you can see the drift ice up close. Compared to the second and third floors, there is less shaking here, and there are tables. There are also separate restrooms for men and women on the first floor. The second floor guest room has a barrier-free design, with spacious seating arrangements to facilitate wheelchair users. Restrooms also offer barrier-free facilities. In addition, there is an in-store shop on the second floor selling various souvenirs, where you can pick out travel souvenirs (winter only). The third floor guest room has seats facing the windows, which is a great feature that allows you to sit back and enjoy the drift ice.
Good to know
- Boarding Procedures [Ticket Exchange] (Starts 1 hour before departure and ends 30 minutes before departure.) At the ticket counter, reservations will be checked based on the representative's name. All passengers in the reservation must complete this procedure when exchanging tickets. After the procedure is completed, boarding passes with QR codes will be issued to guests.
- [Boarding] (Boarding is scheduled to begin 15 minutes before departure.) Please prepare your boarding pass with the QR code and line up for boarding. When boarding, please touch the QR code to the terminal at the gate and proceed. (All passengers in the reservation are also required to bring a QR code.)
- Since drift ice is a natural phenomenon, viewing times are difficult to predict and cannot be guaranteed, but it is generally more common from late January to early March. Drift ice viewing may be affected by weather or landing conditions and may not be possible. Thank you for your understanding.
- Please understand that it may not be possible to view the sunset in bad weather.
- We kindly ask our guests to make their own way to the facility. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.