
Hokkaido, Japan – Wildlife in Winter
from19th Feb to 29th Feb 2021 (11 Days)
Japan is a country of over three thousand islands extending along the Pacific coast of Asia. The main islands, running from north to south, are Hokkaido, Honshu (the main island), Shikoku and Kyushu. The Ryukyu Islands, including Okinawa, are a chain of islands south of Kyushu. Together they are often known as the Japanese Archipelago.
About 70% to 80% of the country is forested, mountainous, and unsuitable for agricultural, industrial, or residential use. This is because of the generally steep elevations, climate and risk of landslides caused by earthquakes, soft ground and heavy rain. This has resulted in an extremely high population density in the habitable zones that are mainly located in coastal areas. Japan is one of the most densely populated countries in the world.
Hokkaido is an island at Japan’s northern extremity, surrounded by sea in all directions. It is an extensive land, and accounts for 22% of Japan’s total land area.
In Hokkaido you can enjoy the magnificence of nature to your heart’s content: Daisetsuzan National Park, which forms the roof of Hokkaido; the secluded Shiretoko Peninsula; Kushiro wetland, home to many precious living things such as Japanese cranes; Shikotsu-Toya National Park, which is full of volcanoes and lakes; and the ever-changing Shakotan Coast. There are also numerous hot springs, like the Noboribetsu, Jozan-kei and Sounkyo, where you can enjoy a leisurely bath to help you get over the fatigue of your journey.
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Vacation Style Holiday Type
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Bird
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Activity Level Moderate
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Group Size Small Group
SIGNATURE HIGHLIGHTS
- Visit one of the remotest places to photograph various wildlife at its best
- See and photograph white-tailed and stellar’s sea eagles in the wild
- Shoot alongside wildlife photography master, Daryl Yeo, as he leads this expedition and provides valuable tips throughout the trip
If you have any questions in regards to this trip, please use the following form to contact us:
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- Accommodation inclusions as per the itinerary above
- Admission fees to attractions and parks
- All ground transport and tours as mentioned above
- Photo tuition and tour leading services by a professional photographer
- The current Japanese Tourism Levies and all relevant Government Taxes
- International and domestic air-tickets (return) into Hokkaido, Japan (return)
- Any additional meals as indicated in the above itinerary
- Items and expenses of a personal nature
- Drinks, entrance fees, portage, tours/excursions and transfers not specified above
- Cancellation, baggage or medical insurance;
- Any new Government taxes, levies, fuel or industry increases which are beyond our control
- Visa fees where relevant
- Comprehensive personal travel insurance
- Tips for your tour leader & driver
- Other language guides sourced locally
- All Other Services not mentioned above
Note: Itinerary subject to change. This would be dependent on weather and photo opportunity conditions nearer to the commencement of trip.