TRIPS
OUR ADVENTURE TRIPS FOR THE 2023-24 SEASON
(BOOK WITH PEACE OF MIND: 100% FREE CANCELLATION**)
"First Glance" - Jan 11 to Jan 18 2024*
Your perfect introduction to Hokkaido and deep powder
470,000 JPY per person
423,000 JPY ONLY! (10% OFF!)
A trip for good level skiers and boarders who are mostly interested in lift-access runs and improving their deep powder technique, with the occasional hike to access side-country powder runs.
On this trip we can ski up to 6 days (with the option of resting one day if you get tired), stay in 2 or 3 different hotels and visit 3 or 4 different mountains around Hokkaido, including some of the big household names you probably heard of (like Niseko and/or Furano). We can also do an introduction to ski touring if the whole group is on board - ski touring and backcountry safety equipment might be needed (can be rented) - and you will get to explore and unwind in Sapporo city on the final day if you wish.
Max group size: 6 guests. Minimum: 2 guests.
Example itinerary: Niseko, Rusutsu, Kiroro, Sapporo - Teine (actual itinerary might change based on conditions)
"Skins In The Game", Jan 18 - Jan 26 2024*
Uncompromised side and backcountry touring in central Hokkaido
485,000 JPY per person
436,500 JPY ONLY! (10% OFF!)
If you are in good shape, familiar with "earning your turns" and do not mind a slightly less luxurious hotel or a last minute change and/or longer drives for the sake of skiing the best possible powder on the day then this trip is for you.
A trip for very high level skiers - no boarders allowed on this one, sorry.
6/7 ski days - 1 rest day (with the option to keep skiing) - at least 3 or 4 different hotels, visiting at least 5 different mountains/resorts (some without any resort or ski lifts - just lodges and ski touring!). Max group size: 6 guests. Minimum: 2.
Example itinerary: Furano, Asahidake, Tokachidake, Furanodake, Kurodake, Kamui (actual itinerary might change based on conditions)
"The Perfect Blend", Jan 26 - Feb 3 2024*
The perfect blend of ski touring and lift access
510,000 JPY per person
433,500 JPY ONLY! (15% OFF!)
This trip is designed to blend lift-access, hiking and some ski touring to access the best available powder snow in each location. Open to both skiers and boarders (no split boards needed).
We will ski up to 7 days (with the option of resting one day if you get tired), and visit 4 or 5 different mountains around Hokkaido. We might do some ski touring too, but usually not entire days, just odd bits here and there to return to resort after amazing pristine fresh powder runs. Boarders can just use snowshoes - ski touring and backcountry safety equipment can be rented. You will get to explore and unwind in Sapporo city on the final day if you wish, to take a look at the preparations for the world-famous Snow and Ice Festival.
Max group size: 5 guests. Minimum: 2 guests.
Example itinerary: Kiroro, Yotei, Kokusai, Sapporo - Teine, Asahidake, Asahikawa to rest (or Kamui to ski), Furano, Furanodake (actual itinerary might change based on conditions)
"Powder and Festival", Feb 3 - Feb 11 2024*
A deeper look at Hokkaido's lesser known spots
510,000 JPY per person
433,500 JPY ONLY! (15% OFF!)
On this trip we will touch some of the lesser known resorts in Hokkaido to show you the more authentic spots where it is unlikely to see many off-piste skiers - which means more snow and fresh tracks for us! Boarders are welcome if you meet some technical pre-requisites - please contact us for details.
We will ski up to 7 days (with the option of resting one day if you get tired), and visit 4 or 5 different mountains around Hokkaido. We might do some ski touring too, but usually not entire days, just odd bits here and there to return to resort after amazing pristine fresh powder runs. Boarders can just use snowshoes, split boards are not strictly needed - ski touring and backcountry safety equipment can be rented.
The final afternoon and evening will be spent in Sapporo, to visit the 4th largest city in Japan and take a look at the world-famous Snow and Ice Festival.
Max group size: 6 guests. Minimum: 2 guests.
Example itinerary: Kiroro, Kokusai, Sapporo - Teine, Kamui, Asahidake (actual itinerary might change based on conditions)
All the trips above require a GOOD level of ski/snowboard technique, in deep/fresh snow. The "Skins In The Game" also requires some previous ski touring experience. If you are a good level skier but feel like you need a little improvement on powder-specific technique or have never done ski-touring before, please consider one of our add-on clinics. The clinics can be taken just before the trips.
Backcountry safety equipment (transceiver and backpack with shovel and probe) is mandatory on all trips and helmets are HIGHLY recommended (lots of tree skiing).
Max group size in 2023-24 is 6 people (per guide - larger groups are possible by adding a second guide), minimum to run is 2.
The trips above all include:
- Transport around Hokkaido and to/from Sapporo Chitose airport
- Accommodation (single rooms)
- Breakfast
- Individual Walkie-Talkie to be in touch with the group at all times
- Lift Passes when needed (to be confirmed for each trip)
- Fully qualified and experienced guide on and off the mountain and logistical support from local companies
- Daily visits to local onsens (thermal baths) and restaurants
- Final night in Sapporo to experience the "big japanese city" vibe
- Goodie bag
What's NOT included:
- Flights to/from Sapporo Chitose - please book your flights according to guidelines below
- Equipment rental
- Other meals and drinks (mountain lunch is usually around €10/15 and dinner in town around €25/40)
- Onsen admission if outside hotel
- Gratuities
- Backcountry/off-piste personal travel insurance (mandatory)
*trip's exact dates are TBC with participants and subject to adjustments - please do NOT book any air travel prior to confirming dates with us - we ask all participants to land in Sapporo no later than 2pm on the starting date, if you have time we recommend arriving a couple of days earlier to acclimatise to the time zone. And please do not depart any earlier than 11am on the final date, otherwise you might need to pay for your own transport from Sapporo.
**cancellation will be free at ANY time if due to Japan's travel restrictions, if you decide to cancel for personal reasons you get 100% of your deposit until August 31, you will get 50% of your deposit between Sept 1 and Oct 15, and forfeit your deposit if you cancel after Oct 15.