1-day Guided ascent of Mt. Fuji (May-June)
Climb sacred Mount Fuji, Japan's most iconic landmark, with a 1-day guided private ascent, along local JMGA certified mountain guide Yusuke.
Private
Japan Alps
1 Day
Jun, May
Fit
Intermediate
Highlights
- Enjoy spectacular views from the summit of legendary Mount Fuji
- Visit Mount Fuji shrine and take part in a customary pray before the ascent
- Climb along a local certified guide and enjoy Japan's natural beauty
Description
Mt.Fuji, which is crowded in July and August, is a very quiet world in May and June, when the snow still remains, and only experienced mountain climbers can reach the summit. Here’s your chance to explore this magnificent wonder in the company of a local and internationally certified mountain guide in early season.
We will meet in Gotenba city. It is on the southeastern flank of Mount Fuji in Shizuoka Prefecture, and then head for the mountain. The guests are required to stay in Gotenba on the night before.
We will meet in Gonteba or Fujiyoshida city at 4am, and begin hiking at between 5am to 7am. The one-day climb is a 7-9 hour round-trip hike and it is recommended for experienced mountaineers and those who regularly exercise, rather than for inexperienced hikers or those who are not confident in their fitness. Guests must have experience using mountaineering equipment such as ice axes and crampons beforehand.
We usually take the Fujinomiya route, which is a relatively short route. It takes 5-6 hours to reach the summit. You will get some truly amazing photos from the summit, 360 degree panoramics that will be hard to match. We will arrive back down to the 5th station around 4pm and then we should arrive to Gotenba around 6pm.
If you would like to reach the summit of Mt Fuji and discover this stunning landscape and mythical location, then sign up now and I’ll be waiting to show you its beauty!
Price includes
- Guiding fee
Price details
Included:
Transportation between Gotenba or Fujiyoshida and Mt.Fuji 5th station
Group equipment
Mountain Guide's expenses
Not included:
Transportation between Tokyo and Gotenba or Fujiyoshida
Meals and drinks during the trip and insurance
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival-Summit
4am Meeting at your hotel in Gotenba or Fujiyoshida then drive to Mt.Fuji 5th station
5am Start hiking from 5th station Parkinglot
11am to 12pm Summit
4pm Back to parking lot then drive back to hotel
5pm Hotel in Gotenba or Fujiyoshida
Details
Meeting point Gotenba or Fujiyoshida |
Equipment you will need to bring
Poles
Helmet
Ice axe
Goggles
Harness
Backpack
Crampons
Sunglasses
Watter bottle
Avalanche equipment
Frequently Asked Questions
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About the guide
I was born in Tokyo and grew up skiing in Hakuba, Japan. Throughout the years, I have visited Alaska, Peru, Patagonia, New Zealand, Nepal and Canada for winter climbing and backcountry snowboarding.
In 2012, I became the first Japanese person to pass the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides's ski guiding course on a Snowboard. I have been guiding in Japan (Hakuba Nagano and Mt. Fuji), New Zealand and Canada for over 15 years.
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