Explore Mt. Fuji Ice Cave in Aokigahara Forest

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Highlights

  • Avoid getting lost in the dense, dangerous Sea of Trees, Aokigahara

  • Transfers from Kawaguchiko area are available

  • Safety equipment--helmet, flashlight, overalls, and gloves--will be provided

Summary

There was a large eruption at the base of Fuji mountain 1200 years ago and a large amount of lava flew creating many caves out of the solid lava flow. After that, Mt Fuji's melted snow came into the frozen caves and formed beautiful ice art. This is an adventure tour where you can explore a rare cave which is so unique that you cannot find anywhere else. Have to walk with only a single headlight and you will enter the world of 0°C in the caves that is made by the great Mt Fuji. With full of thrill, using your five senses.  Your guide with full knowledge of the area will assist you to enjoy the area fully. With this tour, walk through a mysterious and beautiful forest - the Sea of Trees/Aokibara Forest with a highly experienced English guide. During the tour, experience full of adventure and excitement that will stimulate all senses, have chance to view the natural ice art that created Mt. Fuji through its history.   The tour is operated in a small group, normally individual guests require to obtain a special entry permit; however we are the only group tour that  includes this in the tour.  The tour also include entry to the "Real Cave" where is secluded and hasn't became a tourist attraction, and also experience the world of 0 degree Celsius natural caves created by Mt. Fuji.  Schedule 1. Meet at meeting point. 2. Tour preparation (helmet, headlight, overall, gloves, clothes to change ,toilet and calm down your feelings) 3. Move to departure site of the tour 4. Walking in Aokigahara Forest (40 minutes), exploring the lava cave (60 minutes) and walking in Aokigahara Forest (40 minutes) 5. Move to the meeting point 6. Review and breaking up 7. Go home safely Depending on tour progress, there is time fluctuation.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
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Why take this tour?

Adventurous travelers will love the chance to visit an unusual ice cave at the foot of Mt. Fuji. Located deep within Aokigahara Forest--sometimes referred to as the Suicide Forest--the cave can only be visited with a knowledgeable guide. Unlike some other caves, there are no boardwalks or handrails here, so you will experience the natural, untouched world of the cave full of ice formations.

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What’s included?

  • Driver/guide (Local professional guide)

  • English speaking guide

  • Pick-up service and drop-off service (Kawaguchiko station, Hotel around Lake Kawaguchiko)

  • Exploration Equipment (a helmet / an overall / gloves / a headlight)

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Private transportation

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  • Food and drinks

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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THE HIGHEST PEAK

About operator:

We provide the best possible nature experience at the base of Mt. Fuji. Outdoor experience is the gift from the nature anyone can enjoy.We offer you extreme pleasure by taking advantage of richness of nature of Mt. Fuji.Just join the program. It is okay to have fun by yourselvesWe would love to support that your life can be more enrich through our program. Aokigahara Forest Tour / Cycling Tour / Climb mount Fuji / others

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