Plan Details

This camping package includes a half-day minakami rafting experience, a luxurious BBQ, and breakfast at RiverStone.

～Participation requirements～
・Elementary school students to 65 years old
●Even first-timers can participate in rafting, so you can enjoy it with peace of mind.
Also, children can participate, so you can enjoy it as a family group while overcoming big waves.
●Boats are arranged in groups of 6 to 7 people, and one boat will be used.
(For groups of 5 or less, the boat will be shared.)

Schedule

■Outdoor tour participation time
◎You can choose whether to do the outdoor experience first or the next day.
◎If you would like to experience rafting on the day of your stay, please meet at TOP Minakami Company at 1:00 PM.
◎If you would like to raft the next day, please check in at Shioya Onsen from 4:00 PM and meet at TOP Minakami Company at 8:30 AM the next day for rafting.

※Please note
This is the outdoor meeting place.
Meeting place: 170-1 Tsunago, Minakami-machi, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture
Store name: TOP Minakami Company
(Please note that this is different from the place where you will be staying.)
◎When making a reservation, please let us know your accommodation dates and the date and time of your outdoor participation.
Schedule (if rafting starts in the afternoon)

1:15 PM Gathering (fill out waiver, change clothes)
1:45 PM Departure from base (pick-up by car, listen to safety briefing)
2:15 PM Rafting tour starts
3:45 PM Arrive at base
4:00 PM Cottage check-in
4:30 PM Go shopping at supermarkets and go to hot springs
7:00 PM BBQ starts
9:30 PM BBQ ends
10:00 PM Lights out
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A.M 7:30 AM Breakfast
A.M 10:00 AM Check-out
↓ Minakami sightseeing

[Check-in from 4:00. ] [Check-out is at 10:00.]
※It may be crowded around 4:00PM, so you may have to wait. Please note
※Please note that the time may vary slightly depending on the weather, water volume, and customer congestion on the day.
※If you are using the expressway on weekends or holidays, please leave a little earlier.

Things to Bring

■【Winter】SpecialEvent

※What to bring
■It's winter, so please wear warm clothes. (It's also useful to bring winter clothes.)

※For guests participating in outdoor experiences
■For outdoor activities, please refer to each outdoor activity.

■Things that are useful to have
・Insect repellent spray
・Medications
・Towels, change of clothes, etc.

■Rafting

Items to Prepare for Minakami Rafting and What’s Included in the Tour
【Items You Need to Bring】
・Swimsuit (Required): To wear under the wetsuit (no rentals available).
・Towel (Required): No rentals available.
・Eyeglass Band (Required for glasses wearers).
・Waterproof Sneakers or Outdoor Sandals: Must have heel support (Crocs or sandals without secure straps are not allowed).

【Items Included in the Tour】
・Tour Guide Fee
・Equipment Rental Fee
・Facility Liability Insurance

【Payment Information】
・Credit cards are not accepted.
・Please prepare cash or PayPay for payment.

【Optional Items】 (Convenient but Not Essential)
・Rash Guard or Water-Resistant Synthetic Clothing: For wearing under the wetsuit.
・Swim Goggles.
・Change of Clothes.
・Warm Clothing (e.g., sweatshirts or jackets) for colder weather.
・Personal Medication.
・Insect repellent spray.
〇【For Women】
Skincare products, cosmetics, and a hairdryer.

■RiverStone Glamping

◇Things you should bring when using Riverstone
・It may get cold in the evenings and mornings, so please bring something to wear, such as a fleece.
・Pajamas for overnight stays
(Free fleece rentals available)
・Please bring insect repellent spray if you have it.
・Please note that we do not sell alcohol.
(Vending machines available, but no alcohol)
・Feel free to bring your own food
・Credit cards cannot be used. Payment must be made by cash or PayPay, so please prepare these.

●Please click on the activity below to see what outdoor participants should bring
Please check the "What to bring" column for each activity.
◆Rafting
◆Canyoning
◆Canoe
◆Buggy

Important Notes

■Rafting

・For safety reasons, hand-held cameras are not allowed during the tour.
・GoPro or other mounted devices that keep your hands free are acceptable.
・Pregnant women, those feeling unwell, individuals who have consumed alcohol on the day of the tour, or those who are hungover will not be allowed to participate.
・Tours proceed even in rainy conditions. Please note that cancellations due to personal reasons, a cancellation fee will be charged.

◆Water Level Regulations
・Minakami Town has strict safety standards. If the water level exceeds the limit, the tour may be cancelled.
・In case of cancellation, you can switch to alternative activities such as lake rafting or other available outdoor activities for the day.

◆Important Notes for Participants
・Outdoor tours are conducted in nature and may involve inherent risks.
・Please understand this thoroughly before making a reservation.

◆Guide Standards
・Minakami’s outdoor tours follow the Outdoor Tourism Ordinance, which enforces strict safety regulations and standards.
・All guides are certified in Rescue 3 and Medical First Aid, ensuring your safety throughout the tour.

◆Insurance Coverage
・All tours include facility liability insurance (up to ¥300 million per accident per person).
・Personal injuries or accidents caused by individual actions are not covered under this insurance.
・It is recommended to purchase accident insurance. If you do not have prior coverage, you can opt for a one-day insurance plan through the company on the day of the tour.

■RiverStone Glamping

◇ River Stone Precautions for use
・It gets crowded around 4:00 p.m., so you may have to wait. Thank you for your understanding.
・No smoking inside the building　・No pets.
・Credit cards cannot be used. Please prepare cash or PayPay for payment.
・Please do not make noise outdoors or indoors after 10 p.m. It will be a nuisance to other guests.
・Please keep to breakfast and dinner times.
・Fireworks are allowed in designated areas on the premises and in the parking lot, but fireworks that make noise are prohibited in the neighborhood.
・Please keep all other trash in the cottages together.
※【Winter Information for those using from December to March】※
※Those who make reservations for the winter BBQ plan will eat indoors in the dedicated restaurant building (mid-December to late March)
※As there is a lot of snowfall in winter, please bring chains and prepare studless tires.
※The parking lot on the premises may also be covered in packed snow.
※As with the green season, there will be many families staying, so please refrain from making noise or yelling.
※As there are no resident staff, please contact us if your check-in time is earlier or later than expected.

[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.