[Hokkaido] Sapporo: Asahiyama Zoo & Garinko Icebreaker 2-Day Winter Experience (Including Snow Festival)

When visiting Hokkaido in winter, it's not just about viewing the snow—you must also see the drift ice of the Sea of Okhotsk with your own eyes! Starting from Sapporo, visit the popular winter attraction Asahiyama Zoo to admire snow animals and get a chance to see the penguin walk. Next, head to the Abashiri Prison Museum (Note: Abashiri Glacial Ice Museum / Okhotsk Ryuhyo Museum) to learn the natural mysteries of drift ice and taste the special drift ice ice cream. Stay overnight in Abashiri, and early the next morning, head to Mombetsu to board the GARINKO icebreaker and sail toward the Sea of Okhotsk, experiencing the magnificent scenery of the drift ice up close. Then, visit the Okhotsk Tower (Ice Sea Observation Tower) and the Okhotsk Seal Center. From icy ocean landscapes to adorable seals, experience the unique natural charm of Hokkaido's winter all at once. In two days and one night, from snow animals to the genuine drift ice seas, embark on an unforgettable winter journey to Hokkaido!