15 Best Zoos and Safari Parks near Blue Pond

“An extremely rich and fulfilling trip with highlighted visits to the zoo and several famous attractions. Highly recommend tour guide Yagyu, whose introduction was very professional, time management was excellent, and demeanor was warm and friendly!”

“Kevin provide usual details and travel information to all of us.”

“The driver and tour guide were both wonderful, the itinerary was great, and the scenery along the way was breathtaking.”

“When I made the purchase, it clearly stated that a Chinese/English tour guide was included. However, only the driver picked us up, and the driver explicitly told us there would be no guide today, just him. So, I immediately filed a complaint. All the attractions…”

“The tour guide was very friendly, and the weather was perfect this time, very cool and pleasant. The lavender was in full, beautiful bloom.”

“Hong, the tour guide, was absolutely exceptional. From the moment the tour began, Hong brought an infectious enthusiasm that made every stop feel meaningful and exciting. Their deep knowledge of the area, combined with clear explanations and engaging storytelling, kept everyone captivated. Hong was also…”

“The only reason this tour didn't get a 5 out 5 stars is because I underestimated Hokkaido weather. Quite warm the first few days I was there, then it dropped by 10 degrees 😖Make sure to check the weather before you set out! But other…”

“For my family and I, Asahiyama Zoo was the highlight of the tour. I think 2 hours is too short. If given another chance, I think I will break the tour to a 2 day tour so I can slowly enjoy my time at Asahiyama…”

“The itinerary was great, and the driver was very patient, even guiding us on what to look out for at each stop. It was an excellent and very enjoyable trip!”

“A great experience for those traveling alone.”

“So much fun!! Totally worth it!”

“Our guide Mia was very patient and gave really detailed explanations. It was a fantastic day tour, and I hope to come back to Hokkaido in the summer!”

“The one-day tour to Asahiyama Zoo departing from Sapporo is so hassle-free! The meeting point is easy to find, the bus is on time, and the 2 hours reserved for Asahiyama Zoo is plenty of time to look around. We also stopped by the Shirahige…”

“Asahikawa Asahiyama Zoo: A perfect experience! The penguin parade is incredibly cute, the polar bear exhibit is full of highlights, the park's layout is comfortable, and the animals are in great condition. It's a healing experience from start to finish, a must-see in Hokkaido! Next…”

“The itinerary was fulfilling and fun, and our tour guide Lisa was very thoughtful. She thoroughly explained everything we needed to know during the entire trip, making our journey especially enjoyable. We would love to participate again if we have the opportunity in the future.”