[Hokkaido] Stargazing Cruise

Leaving the city lights behind, we head out into the dark sea off the coast of Monbetsu aboard the Garinko III IMERU.

This is a special one-day cruise where you can gaze up at the summer night sky from the sea.

[The starry sky you can enjoy off the coast of Monbetsu]

We will observe the summer night sky, including the Perseid meteor shower, the Summer Triangle, and the Milky Way, from the open sea where there is little artificial light.

[A dedicated guide provides easy-to-understand explanations.]

A dedicated guide will show you how to find constellations and enjoy the night sky. Even beginners and children can enjoy stargazing.

[A nighttime trip to the sea aboard the Garinko III IMERU]

We boarded the Garinko-go, which has a completely different atmosphere than during the day, and set sail for the waters off Monbetsu. The time spent sailing out into the dark sea is also a unique experience of this cruise.

[You can also enjoy the planetarium before dep

Leaving the city lights behind, head out to the dark seas off Monbetsu aboard the Garinko III IMERU. This approximately 60-minute stargazing cruise allows you to observe the summer night sky, including the Perseid meteor shower, the Summer Triangle, and the Milky Way, with commentary from a dedicated guide. The cruise is enjoyable for first-time stargazers and children alike, and those who wish can also participate in a planetarium show and telescope observation session before departure. Enjoy a special summer moment gazing at the night sky from the sea. *The visibility of stars and meteors may vary depending on the weather and cloud conditions on the day.