Hoei Crater Hike on Mt. Fuji
A Short Trek into Mt. Fuji’s Volcanic Heart — on the scenic Shizuoka side of the mountain
Mini Fuji, Maximum View
Skip the exhausting 10-hour summit climb — explore Mt. Fuji’s stunning volcanic landscape in just a few hours.
🎟️ Book Now for an unforgettable Mt. Fuji hiking !
Tour Options: Half-Day or Full-Day
We offer two plans to suit your time and travel style:
• Half-Day (3.5–4.5 hours)
Hike into the Hoei Crater and its ridgelines.
•Full-Day (7.5–8.5 hours)
Includes extra nature & cultural sites related to Mt. Fuji, with a local lunch.
Discover Mt. Fuji’s Sacred Wilderness
Step off the tourist trail and explore a powerful volcanic landscape shaped by nature and faith — a soulful journey into Mt. Fuji’s lesser-known side.
Why Choose This Tour?
If climbing all the way to the summit of Mt. Fuji sounds too intense, this is your perfect alternative.
• ✅ Short but spectacular – 3–4 hours of light hiking
• ✅ Panoramic views – Look over Suruga Bay and volcanic ridgelines
• ✅ Unique terrain – Explore moon-like volcanic landscapes
• ✅No overnight stay needed
• ✅ Accessible and refreshing
Highlights
•🌋 Walk inside a historic volcanic crater
• ⛰️ Reach over 2,500m with little effort
• 🌊 View Suruga Bay & the Pacific Ocean
• 🚶♂️ Beginner-friendly trail
• 📸 Breathtaking photo spots
Tour Plans
Half-Day Tour
• ⏱ Duration: 3.5–4.5 hrs
• 💰 Price (per person)
• Weekdays : ¥16,000 (tax included)
• Weekends & Holidays : ¥19,200 (tax included)
• 👥 Max: 10 guests
• ✅ For travelers with limited time
Full-Day Tour
• ⏱ Duration: 7.5–8.5 hrs
• 💰 Price (per person)
• Weekdays : ¥30,000 (tax included)
• Weekends & Holidays : ¥36,000 (tax included)
• 👥 Max: 10 guests
• 🍽 Includes local lunch
• ✅Visit additional Mt. Fuji nature & cultural spots in the Shizuoka area
Payment methods
Cash or Credit card
Sample Itinerary
🕒 This is a sample itinerary for the full-day tour.
Times may vary depending on weather and your preferences.
Meet at Shin-Fuji Station or hotel pickup (pickups may be staggered depending on group size)
Arrive at Mt. Fuji 5th Station – Start hiking
Hike through volcanic terrain
Reach Hoei Crater rim – scenic break
Descend to trailhead
Enjoy local lunch
Explore nearby nature and cultural sites
Return to starting point / drop-off
What’s Included
• ✅ English-speaking guide
• ✅ Free pickup/drop-off (Fujinomiya & Fuji City only)
• ✅ Local lunch (Full-Day only)
• ✅ Insurance
• ✅ Tour photos
What to Bring
🧢 Must-bring
• Comfortable hiking shoes
• Jacket or fleece (for cooler weather or highland breeze)
• Rain gear (in case of sudden rain)
• Small backpack or daypack
• Sunglasses / Sunscreen / Hat
• Water bottle
❌Prohibited Items
• High heels or sandals
• Skirts (for safety and comfort)
• Alcohol before or during the tour
• Inappropriate clothing for mountain terrain (e.g., light/urban fashion, shorts, thin tops, etc.)
Participation Requirements
• For ages 12+
• For safety reasons, the following individuals cannot join:
- Pregnant travelers
- Individuals with epilepsy
- Individuals with serious heart conditions
- Individuals with life-threatening medical conditions
Tour Availability
Available from mid-May to early July and mid-September to late October.
Tour dates may vary depending on snow conditions.
Note:
No tours are held from July 10 to September 10 due to the official Mt. Fuji climbing season, when private vehicles are restricted and the area becomes extremely crowded.
Access
Meet at Shin-Fuji Station (Shinkansen), or request hotel pickup in Fujinomiya or Fuji City only.
🚅 Only 1 hour from Tokyo by Shinkansen!
🚘If you’re coming by car, please let us know when you book. We’ll inform you of the meeting point.
Mini Fuji. Big Adventure
Join our Mt. Fuji Hoei Crater tour for a once-in-a-lifetime experience of volcanic landscapes, panoramic views, and sacred nature.
Whether you’re short on time or just want a different kind of Mt. Fuji adventure, this private tour is your perfect choice.
Where wellness meets adventure at the foot of Mt. Fuji.
Our local guides take you to both world-famous sights and hidden gems only locals know, revealing breathtaking views beyond the guidebooks.Whether you seek inner calm or outdoor thrills, your journey to reconnect with nature begins here.
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Representative: Tetsuya Ide
Fujinomiya City, Shizuoka, Japan
info@chilloutdoor.jp