Tour Information
Okutama Downriver Packraft Lv 2
This pack raft course is for those who can paddle in a river with strong flow and occasional whitewater. One of the great sensations with pack rafting is that you can feel the small waves moving up and down underneath you on the river, which you do not experience with normal rafting.
Even on the relatively mellow water of the Tama River you will feel the thrills as if you are on a much faster flow. The section you will run is a spot not used by other companies for tours so you will have this piece of tranquil nature all to yourself!
Please note: due to river flow we only operate this tour during October
Tour Details
Please read carefully before booking
Parking
Free parking
Changing room
Mens/Womens
Personal effects
* Please bring your own swimwear and towels
* If you wear glasses, please bring a strap (also available at Canyons) If you wear glasses we recommend using disposable contact lenses
Cancellation
Cancellations made by customers (includes decreasing of booked numbers)
15 - 7 days before: 20% 6 - 2 days before: 30% Day before: 50% On the day: 100%
15 - 7 days before: 20% 6 - 2 days before: 30% Day before: 50% On the day: 100%
Caution
* Minimum age for participants is 16 years old
* Pregnant ladies cannot participate on this tour
* Tours will still run if it is raining though excessively high water may cause the tour to be cancelled
* No alcohol is permitted prior to the tour. Furthermore, anyone who cannot participate on the tour due to having consumed alcohol will be liable for cancellation charges
Tour Flow
See the tour in photos
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1. Welcome to Canyons Okutama Arrive at our base by car or shuttle bus and meet our reception staff. Once you have checked in using our ipad system and paid for your adventure you will meet your guide -
2. Tour briefing Your guide for the day will give a tour brief, then it's off to get changed into your wetsuit, lifejacket, helmet and grab a paddle. Let's get into the bus for a short ride and start your rafting adventure!
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3. Safety talk Please listen carefully to your guide. At the start point, guides will give a safety explanation. After a gear check, you are ready to start!
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4. Start We start slowly, and warm up with paddling practice on the river
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5. Tour Relax and unwind as you enjoy the peace and serenity of the Tama River. Enjoy the sights, sounds and sensations of this awesome tour!
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6. Goal To refresh your mind, body and soul. After refreshing on the river smiley faces are all around
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7. Back to base Change out of you gear and meet up with your guide and teammates. Kick back and relax with food or drinks and look back at a great day on the river!
Tour Options
Add something special
Lunch
Why not try our awesome Canyons Volcano lunch?
After your morning tour you are sure to have worked up an appetite, but do not fret! We have a delicious menu at our cafe so you can tuck into lunch overlooking the Tama River.
Add the "lunch option" when filling out your booking form
BBQ
Enjoy our riverside BBQ plan.
Boasting a prime location riverside you can enjoy a relaxing BBQ with friends after your afternoon tour! Top quality meats and vegetables grilled in a stunning location with some great local beers to help wash it down. There is nothing better at the end of your adventure. Kanpai to that!
*Currently we are not taking bookings for BBQ to prevent the spread of the Covid-19.
Hot Spring
Relax in a soothing hot spring (onsen).
Although Okutama is not famous for its hot springs there are a few reals gems that are a great way to relax after a canyoning adventure, especially in the colder months (April and October) Moegi no Yu is a fantastic onsen facility very close to Okutama Station. After a dip you can also check out the craft beer cafe Vetere.
