The nature guide will show you around the craters, the mountain streams,
the primeval beech forest, and more.
“Aso Eco tourism” is the trip that can sense true charm of nature of Aso.
In Aso, three trekking courses to go round with a guide are prepared for.
It is "the central crater hill course" that approaches dynamic
scene and the Mt. Nakadake crater which still continue activity. "Minami-Gairin
course" that spreads out in a quiet agricultural area. Walk in the
forest where untouched nature such as a huge tree of 400 years old or a
virgin forest of a beech is left."Kita-Gairin course" that climbs
a beautiful stream flowing through a valley through a very large grassy
plain of Aso. Please enjoy Aso Eco tourism!
Eco Tourism Digest
Get your fill of the magnificent nature of Aso.
Central crater hill Course (First Half) Take a ropeway to the top of Mt. Nakadake, an active volcano, and experience
the power of the earth for yourself. Japanese edition
Central crater hill Course (Second Half) From the summit of Mt. Nakadake, view the Aso Caldera, the largest of its
kind in the world.
Japanese edition
"Minami-Gairin course" South Aso Outer Rim Course (First Half) Hike through the conifer forests, making your way up to the Komagaeri Ridge
(or "Horse-Return Ridge"), said to be so steep that even horses
were forced to turn back. Japanese edition
"Minami-Gairin course" South Aso Outer Rim Course (Second Half)
From the Komagaeri Ridge, take a path through the serene beech forest and
bamboo grass, heading for the Tasuyama Ridge.
Japanese edition
"Kita-Gairin course" North Aso Outer Rim Course
Try a rare hiking experience: walk along mountain streams right in the
middle of the plains, carved into bedrock by the volcanic activity of Aso.
Japanese edition
Three Eco Tours to experience the majesty of Aso.
Starting in April 2005, three types of Eco Tours are available in Aso.
By wandering with your own nature guide, you can enjoy the majesty of the
nature of Aso with all of your senses.
★Tour group size: 3 to 10 people, along with 1 guide
★Course fee: 5000 per person (including insurance)
★Please reserve a week in advance
Contact: Aso Design Center
Phone: 0967-22-4801 Fax: 0967-22-4802
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