Wild Japanese Flying Squirrel Watching Tour in Nagano
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About the Activity
During this tour, guests will have the opportunity to observe the Japanese giant flying squirrel, an endemic species of Japan and one of the largest flying squirrel species in the world, as it opens its cloak-like body and glides into the forest at sunset. The chance of sighting this amazing creature is more than 90% as a result of our in-depth knowledge of the squirrel’s ecology and flight route. The Japanese giant flying squirrel’s dynamic flight will be sure to make you gasp in wonder. *Children under 4 years old cannot join this tour. Please note that accompanying infants are also not allowed. *This tour is guided in Japanese and basic English. English ability may vary depending on the guide.1 hour 30 minutes
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Travelers
Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
Use of equipment : Other.
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- Maximum 30 travellers in this tour.
Locations in the itinerary
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Introduction of this tour. A professional nature guide will talk about the ecology of Japanese giant flying squirrels (diet, size, flying distance, etc.) at the Picchio Visitor Center. 20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
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Karuizawa Hoshino Area
Hoshino, Karuizawa-machi, Japan, 389-0194Observation. After the lecture, we will walk outside and experience the silence of flying squirrels' glide broken only by the excited gasps of the audience.1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Check-in starts 30 minutes before the tour at the Picchio Visitor Center.
Please complete check-in at least 15 minutes before departure.View Location
End point
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Check-in starts 30 minutes before the tour at the Picchio Visitor Center.
Please complete check-in at least 15 minutes before departure.View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- We cannot refund you any travel costs or other costs that may arise in case we have to cancel the tour due to unexpected reasons (weather, absence of flying squirrels, etc.)
- Some of our guides do not speak English that much but you can enjoy the tour as our lecture slides have English subtitles.
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- Japanese
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketYou can show your ticket to our staff. https://www.wildlife-picchio.com/area/karuizawa/Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Tokyo time to receive 100% refund.
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