Volcanic Discovery Tour
Churning beneath the earth’s surface and occasionally erupting in fiery outpourings of magma and ash, Kagoshima’s many active volcanoes continue to sculpt the landscape and the local culture. Learn about these powerful forces from an expert volcanologist, eat local fruits and vegetables grown in ash-enriched soils, and climb to the summit of a nearby volcano for some of the region’s most breathtaking scenery.
3 days / 2 nights
From $2,750 per person
Itinerary at a glance
Day 1 / A SLEEPING GIANT
Day 1
A SLEEPING GIANT
The near-constant smoke emitting from Sakurajima’s craggy peak hints at the power that lies beneath its surface. Explore the area with a local volcanologist before finishing your day with a soak in a volcanically heated, hot spring bath.

Day 2 / VOLCANIC VISTAS
Day 2
VOLCANIC VISTAS
Hike to the 5,600 ft summit of Mt. Karakuni, an active volcano whose blackened slopes are a constant reminder of the unpredictable power of nature. Enjoy a hot lunch on the trail prepared fresh by your guide before returning to Kagoshima City.

Day 3 / FAREWELL TO KAGOSHIMA
Day 3
FAREWELL TO KAGOSHIMA
Return to Kagoshima Airport for departure to your next, exciting destination.

Highlights
Join a local expert for an in-depth look at one of the most volcanically active places in the world.
In the Kirishima area, Mt. Karakuni offers commanding views of the surrounding area, including smoking summits and caldera lakes.
Enriched with volcanic ash, Kagoshima’s soil produces some of Japan’s best fruits and vegetables, from giant ‘daikon’ radishes to the region’s highly prized tangerines.
Join a local expert for an in-depth look at one of the most volcanically active places in the world.
In the Kirishima area, Mt. Karakuni offers commanding views of the surrounding area, including smoking summits and caldera lakes.
Enriched with volcanic ash, Kagoshima’s soil produces some of Japan’s best fruits and vegetables, from giant ‘daikon’ radishes to the region’s highly prized tangerines.
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Cash
Pricing from $ 2,750 / person
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