“Aso Caldera Trekking ~2026 Season~” Announced: Sharing the Wonders of the Four Seasons in Aso’s Vast Caldera! — Beginners and Families Welcome —
Aono Travel has announced its 2026 season of guided trekking tours in the Aso Caldera, offering seasonal experiences ranging from spring sprouts to winter frost. The tours are designed for all skill levels, including families, and feature expert guides and summit coffee services.
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Concept: “Go Hiking in Aso!!” — The Unique Charm of Aso —
In spring, feel the vitality of life sprouting from the blackened mountainsides after controlled burns. In early summer, be breathless at the spectacular sight of Miyama Kirishima (Kyushu azaleas) painting the slopes pink. In summer, walk the cool ridgelines in the early morning, and in autumn, be enveloped by golden grasslands and mystical sunsets. A major charm of Aso is that the same mountain looks completely different depending on the season. By standing in the vast caldera, gazing at the same scenery, and feeling the same breeze, we provide a heartwarming, special experience where participants naturally become “acquaintances” with one another.
3 Key Points of Aso Caldera Trekking
In our Aso Caldera Trekking tours, we prioritize the following three points to ensure all participants can enjoy trekking safely and comfortably:
- Families Welcome: No trekking experience required. To ensure beginners and those with children can participate with peace of mind, we have set difficulty levels from ★ to ★★★ depending on the course.
- Guided for Peace of Mind: Experienced guides will accompany you, carefully introducing you to the expressions of Aso that can only be encountered at that specific time and place.
- Coffee at the Summit: As a blissful moment after reaching the top, we provide a coffee service at the summit.
Tour Lineup (Examples)
From April to December 2026, we will conduct tours with various themes at Aso’s famous peaks.
- Kishimadake (Fresh greenery, Miyama Kirishima, signs of autumn, sunset hikes, etc.)
- Nakadake/Takadake (Spectacular views from the heavens, savoring the contrast between the rugged crater and flowers)
- Yomine-yama/Tawarayama (Caldera morning hikes to enjoy the crisp air and coolness of early morning)
- Nekodake (An autumn caldera hike that everyone wants to climb at least once)
- Around Eboshidake (Winter hikes in search of frost, the art of ice)
Event Overview
Name
Aso Caldera Trekking ~2026 Season~
Participation Fee (Tax Included)
Adults (13 and older): 3,000 yen / Children (12 and under): 1,000 yen *Includes insurance and guide fees
Capacity
20 people per session (first-come, first-served) / Minimum participants: 5 people
Participation Requirements
Participants must be able to join in comfortable, familiar athletic shoes and clothing.
Application Deadline
By 5:00 PM, two days before each scheduled date.
How to Apply
If you wish to participate, please apply via the official website below.
https://www.aono-travel.com/event/2026eventtrekking
About “Aono Travel”
Aono Travel is a travel agency that provides experiential tours where you can feel the majestic nature and living culture of Aso with all five senses. We deliver time where you can encounter the “authentic charm” of Aso, such as small-group private trekking led by local guides and cultural experiences involving local cuisine and traditional crafts. We offer programs that allow you to fully enjoy the seasonal charms, with content that beginners and families can participate in with peace of mind. The first tour begins on April 25th.
Official Website: https://www.aono-travel.com/
Inquiries: info@aono-travel.com