Rafting White water rafting in Gunma Minakami Town Minakami rafting is famous for its rapids course.

White water rafting course only for May/June

Choose a White Water Rafting plan

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Spring Activities
White water rafting advanced half-day course from the end of April to mid-June

Would you like to try White water rafting on the Minakami Tone River? Even first-timers can participate. Minakami's rafting tour season is limited to the spring, when there is a lot of water, from late April to mid-June! The Minakami Tone River is one of Japan's best spots for whitewater rafting. Why not try it with friends or a group? ◆Services ・Free pick-up from the nearest station or nearby accommodation (Jomo-Kogen Station, Minakami Station) *Reservation required ※Not available in the former Niiharu area, Sarugakyo, Takumi no Sato, etc. ・Luggage can be stored at the reception only for pick-up ・Free pasta lunch *Reservation required ・Free parking lot Hot spring discount ticket ◆Contact information Rafting and Outdoor TOP Minakami Company 170-1 Tsunago, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma 379-1725 ☎ 0278-72-5086

Adult ￥12,000～
White water rafting advanced half-day course from the end of April to mid-June

Would you like to try White water rafting on the Minakami Tone River? Even first-timers can participate. Minakami's rafting tour season is limited to the spring, when there is a lot of water, from late April to mid-June! The Minakami Tone River is one of Japan's best spots for whitewater rafting. Why not try it with friends or a group? ◆Services ・Free pick-up from the nearest station or nearby accommodation (Jomo-Kogen Station, Minakami Station) *Reservation required ※Not available in the former Niiharu area, Sarugakyo, Takumi no Sato, etc. ・Luggage can be stored at the reception only for pick-up ・Free pasta lunch *Reservation required ・Free parking lot Hot spring discount ticket ◆Contact information Rafting and Outdoor TOP Minakami Company 170-1 Tsunago, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma 379-1725 ☎ 0278-72-5086

Adult ￥12,000～
White water rafting Advanced Long Available from late April to mid-June

The rapids rafting spot is right here in Minakami! A rapids rafting tour on the Minakami Tone River, one of the largest rivers in Japan! If you want an aggressive and thrilling experience, the rapids rafting course is the outdoor activity we recommend! The rapids long rafting course is held once a day. Rafting meeting time Morning session is held only at 8:20. The rapids rafting course on the Minakami Tone River is used in the morning and afternoon, and goes down about 15km to 20km. The rafting guide will check the river depending on the water level of the day and select the best course. The tour period is basically from late April to mid-June when there is meltwater, but if you can time it so that the dam releases water after a typhoon or heavy rain, you can enjoy rapids rafting anytime! Please read the schedule column for meeting times and timetables.

Adult ￥15,000～

Enjoy the outdoors by going down the Tone River, an area famous for Minakami White water rafting

The rapids rafting course is a rafting experience that is only available on days with high water levels in May and June!
Why not try rapids rafting on the Minakami Tone River?
The Tone River, famous as one of the three most violent rivers in Japan, and Bando Taro are located here in Minakami Town!
This course is recommended for those who want to experience aggressive rafting♪
We offer a half-day rapids rafting course and a long course that goes down the river all day.

●What is the White water rafting course?
This is a rafting course that is only available on days with high water levels.
The guide will check the rapids course and decide the course for that day!
The distance you will go down is about 12km on the half-day long course and over 20km on the full-day course!
※The full-day course will go down the half-day course twice.
(Please note that the morning and afternoon courses may overlap slightly.)
※For a detailed explanation of this course, please refer to each rapids rafting course.

◆Contact information
Rafting and Outdoor TOP Minakami Company
170-1 Tsunago, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture, 379-1725
Tel: 0278-72-5086

Things to Bring

[Things to prepare]
- Swimsuit
- Towel
- For those who wear contact lenses (swim goggles and rentals available)
- For those who wear glasses (glasses band)
- Rash guards and water-repellent synthetic clothing
- Sneakers or outdoor sandals that can get wet (Crocs and those that cannot be fixed at the heel are not allowed)

[What is included in the tour]
- Tour guide fee
- Equipment rental fee
- Facility liability insurance

[Things that are useful to have]
- Change of clothes
- Sweatshirts and jumpers for when it's cold
- Regular medications
- Insect repellent spray

For women
Skin care set Hair dryer Cosmetics

Important Notes

※Please note that if the water level does not reach the required level, the regular rafting course will be applied.
(In that case, the price for the regular rafting course will be charged)
◆People who cannot participate
・Please note that pregnant women, those who are in poor health, those who have drunk alcohol on the day, and those with a hangover will be refused entry to the tour on the day.

◆Rafting will be carried out even in rainy weather.
(Please note that the tour may be canceled if the water level rises due to heavy rain.)

[Regarding Tour Cancellations]
Depending on weather conditions or circumstances on the tour day, the guide may determine that the tour is unsafe and cancel it. Please be aware of this in advance.
※ In case of complete cancellation, the tour fee will not be charged.
※ Please note that transportation costs to our location will be at your own expense.

[Regarding Cancellations]
If the customer cancels due to personal reasons, the following cancellation fees will apply:
10～7 days before → 10%
6～2 days before → 30%
The day before → 50%
On that day → 100%
※ Please note that even if you are unable to make it to the tour due to traffic delays, you may still be charged the full amount.