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Below Hira Waterfall
in the kayak on Lake Biwa
the starting point of the hike
on the way to the falls
kayaking on Lake Biwa

Private 3 Hours Waterfalls Sightseeing Tour

By Lake View Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$191 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

The two waterfalls we visit are spectacular. The first, Hira Falls, is just a quarter mile (400 metre) hike from the car park. From there we hike to the even more dramatic Yobai Falls, feeling the splash of cool water. The return hike is only one mile (1.5 km) but the trail is rocky and steep, so a reasonable degree of fitness of required. From there we go to the shore of Lake Biwa where we ride kayaks, swim, or hang out on the beach. This tour is perfect for travellers who want to escape the crowds and heat of Kyoto and Osaka and enjoy nature.

Activity location

  • Kita-Komatsu Station
    • Kitakomatsu
    • 520-0501, Otsu, Shiga, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Kita-Komatsu Station
    • Kitakomatsu
    • 520-0501, Otsu, Shiga, Japan

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Private 3 Hours Waterfalls Sightseeing Tour in Multilingual
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h3h
  • Opening hours: Sun 9:00 am-12:00 pm
  • English
Price details
AU$190.75 x 1 TravellerAU$190.75
Total
Price is AU$190.75
Until Sat, 9 Nov
Waterfall with accommodation in Multilingual
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h3h
  • Opening hours: Sun 9:00 am-12:00 pm
  • English

Rural Homestay

Price details
AU$352.15 x 1 TravellerAU$352.15
Total
Price is AU$352.15
Until Sat, 9 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedUse of kayak, paddles, lifejackets, and all related equipment are included at no extra cost.
  • What's includedWhat's includedAir-conditioned vehicle
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • While sections of the hike are steep and rocky, there are no dangerous cliffs, so this is suitable for children. Long pants and hiking boots are recommended.

Activity itinerary

Lake Biwa
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
After a short drive of 5-10 minutes from Kita-Komatsu train station, we will start with a very short hike of .25 km (312 steps), up a steep, rocky path, to view the beautiful Hira Waterfall. From there we will hike .7 km (875 steps) to view the even more breathtaking Yobai Falls, enjoying the scenery and cool spray. We will then return to the car park. The return hike is 1.4 km (1750 steps), much up a steep, rocky path. The hike is not wheelchair accessible. After a 10-15 minute drive we will arrive on the shore of Lake Biwa where we will access a kayak (choosing a one-person and/or two person kayak), paddle out on Lake Biwa, and enjoy views from the lake. The tour will end with a ride to either Hira or Shiga train stations (guests can choose which).

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESKita-Komatsu Station
    • Kitakomatsu
    • 520-0501, Otsu, Shiga, Japan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEKita-Komatsu Station
    • Kitakomatsu
    • 520-0501, Otsu, Shiga, Japan

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