The Monkeys
IXSM's Snow Monkey Tour provides an experience like no other. We will guide you through a snow dusted forest over jagged cliffs and mountain peaks and descend into Jigokudani, 'Hell's Valley'. Here you will come face to face with wild Macaque Monkeys and watch them relax in the natural hot spring baths!
You will also have the chance to see the monkeys in their natural element. Rocks and branches provide a great playground, and a mother's back the perfect resting spot for baby monkeys. You will find that the monkeys are quite friendly and curious, they are more than happy to have you wandering among them and take pictures. And if your lucky, one might even come up to say hello.
The Historic Village of Shibu Onsen
After visiting the Snow Monkeys we will take you to Shibu Onsen Village. The historic village was once frequented by samurai, wandering poets and travellers to rest and recuperate. And who could blame them, with legend saying that good fortune will come to those who bathe in all of the town's onsens.
Make your way through the narrow streets lined with buildings some hundreds of years old and you will soon understand the reason for its popularity - the village has all the peace and tranquillity of old-world Japan. On the odd occasion, you might even see some friends from the Monkey Park too! The Macaques freely wander the streets and scale the rooftops looking for food and an open door to an onsen.
Why IXSM?
IXSM pioneered the very first Snow Monkey Tour and as such, we guided and operated thousands of tours and over 6 years of experience to draw from. We're the original, best and the only Guided Tour Operator licensed in Nozawa Onsen who can show you a great and memorable experience!
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Time
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Schedule
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| 13:00 |
Depart from Nozawa Onsen |
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13:50
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Arrive at Kambayashi Parking Lot - Walk to Jigokudani Monkey Park (25 mins) |
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14:15
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Arrive at Jigokudani Monkey Park - Free time |
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15:10
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Depart from Jigokudani Monkey Park - Walk to Kambayashi Parking Lot (25 mins) |
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15:30
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Depart Kambayashi for Shibu Onsen Village |
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15:40
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Arrive at Shibu Onsen Village - Free Time |
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16:20
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Depart from Shibu Onsen |
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17:10
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Return to Nozawa Onsen |
* Walk to the Monkey Park may take longer when tour vehicle is a Full-size
Motor Coach.
* Path can be slippery, please have comfortable walking boots or Shoe Spikes
can be purchased during the tour.
Booking Procedure 1. Add the number of guests (specify adult/youth/child) and click the "ADD TO CART" button and c
omplete the checkout process. Your credit card will not be charged until your reservation is confirmed. * If you want to book for multiple age groups, please add each product to your cart before checking out.
* If an infant requires a seat, please book them as a child. 2. You will immediately
receive a Request Received email. 3
. You will receive a Status Update email within 24 hours. 4. If your reservation is not immediately confirmed, your request status will be "Pending" until the tour date passes or your tour is confirmed.
* Most tour bookings are made on the morning of the tour, so tours may only be confirmed on the tour morning. 5. If and when the tour has been confirmed, we will reconfirm your booking.
Tour Conditions
• Assemble at the departure point at least 10 mins before the scheduled departure time.
• Minimum number of bookings must be met for tour to operate.
• Transport vehicle may vary depending on the number of tour bookings.
* Vehicle may be delayed due to traffic or weather conditions.
* Tour may be cancelled due to disasters, road closures, etc.
* There is no guarantee the monkeys will be in the park as they are wild animals.
Amendment/Cancellation
• After the booking is confirmed: ¥500.
• 3 to 2 business days prior: 30% of the total price.
• 1 business days prior: 50% of the total price.
• Tour day: 100% of the total price.
