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Freeride and ski touring in Hokkaido
There are so many wonderful ski spots in Hokkaido, Japan! And a certified mountain guide from the Azimut Montagne team will take you to them in this varied 9-day ski trip.
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Do you want to find powder, lots of it? Then join me on this freeride ski trip in Hokkaido, Japan, touring around the island to go to the best spots! I designed this unusual trip in the country of the rising sun.
Snow of a quality and quantity that you have never seen before! We ski in the forests, so dense that we feel we are alone. We also ski at very low altitudes, near the sea, in unique landscapes.
During lunch, we can enjoy delicious noodle soup in the local restaurants. I chose to be based around Furano and Niseko, the local Chamonix. The accommodations are very comfortable, and the location allow us to also enjoy the evenings. But before the after-ski and dinner, we go to the onsen for some relaxation.
Some of the highlights of this trip in Japan are:
– a good skiing rhythm, we are not here to relax!
– discovering the best freeride spots in Hokkaido
– days with incredible runs in beautiful forests
– quality accommodation
– comfortable minibus transfers during the whole trip
Do you find this trip interesting? Then please contact me, you can join one of the planned trips, but we can also set new dates for your group!
Accommodation 3* hotel with breakfast (double room). Single rooms may be available, contact me for pricing information, keep in mind that accommodation in Japan is very expensive. |
Disclaimer This is an example of freeride and ski touring in Japan. The weather and snow conditions, as well as the level of the participants, may make me modify the program or the order of the itinerary, in different areas. IMPORTANT: if you are joining a group, please be aware that I need a minimum of participants to guarantee the departure. You’ll be notified the latest 21 days before the starting date in case I need to cancel because of a lack of participants. Your money will then be transferred back. This trip is organized by “AZIMUT” - Atout France IM005120010 |
More info Group size: 6 to 8 people. Breakfast is included. I can loan you technical equipment (AVD, shovel and probe). Technical level: For good skiers in all snow. We have a good rhythm during the ski days. There may be some short steep passages. It's possible to make short ascents on skins (no more than 45 min per day and you don't need to have ski touring experience). To carry: a light bag with what you need for the day. Calculate around 250€ for the lifts for the 7 days, which are not included in the price. I recommend you to have cancellation insurance. Search and repatriation insurance is mandatory. I propose you to hire insurance through Europ Assistance upon booking the trip with me. |
Meeting point Sapporo domestic airport, arrival hall. |
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Itinerary
Day 1: Furano
Arrival at the Sapporo airport (New Chitose). Transfer by minibus to Furano. Overnight in the area.
Day 2 to 4: Furano, Kamui, Asahikawa, Asahidake
Breakfast and departure to one of the surrounding areas: Furano, Kamui, Asahikawa, Asahidake, depending on the conditions. Skiing during the whole day with some short ascents with skins. Overnight in Furano area. Possibility of onsen.
Day 5: Teine
Breakfast and transfer South. We stop at the Teine station, which has great couloirs and incredible views over the sea. Late in the afternoon, transfer to Niseko. Hotel in the city center. Possibility of onsen.
Day 6: Niseko
Breakfaste. Freeride ski in Niseko. Overnight in Niseko. Possibility of onsen and/or party.
Day 7: Rusutsu
Breakfast. Departure to the Rusutsu station for freeride ski. Overnight in Niseko. Possibility of onsen and/or party.
Day 8: Niseko
Breakfast. Freeride ski in Niseko. Overnight in Chitose to be near the airport.
Day 9: Departure
Breakfast and transfer to the airport.
About the guide
We enjoy very much discovering and re discovering the most beautiful spots in the world, in the Ecrins mountain range but also all around the planet.
Together with the guides in the team, we will share with you unique moments and an amazing journey. From les Ecrins to Chile, from Morocco to Greenland, from Les Gorges du Verdon to Japan, from Italy to Norway… tons of destinations offering all types of mountain activities, different every season. It makes us so happy when I can share them with my friends and clients.
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Prices per person
Group of 1 | EUR 2629 each |
Group of 2 | EUR 2629 each |
Group of 3 | EUR 2629 each |
Group of 4 | EUR 2629 each |
Group of 5 | EUR 2629 each |
Group of 6 | EUR 2629 each |
Group of 7 | EUR 2629 each |
Group of 8 | EUR 2629 each |
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Price includes
• Guiding fee
• Accommodation
• Transport during the trip
• Mountain guide's expenses (lifts, meals, accommodation, etc)
What people are saying about Azimut Montagne
Lilana Esteves
5.00
March 2020
Sietske Hoving
4.00
January 2020
We really enjoyed the trip. As well the group, the skiing as the guide. A good hotel with enough facilities and very guest friendly. Thank you for your service and organization
Jason Baynes
5.00
September 2019
What an incredible experience. Everything went superbly , the guides, organization and the team did a spectacular job.
Herbert Navarro
1.00
September 2019
I was disappointed. I was slower than the rest of the group reaching Tete Rousse, and the guide discouraged me from going to Gouter. I had a slight ankle sprain the day before which slowed my ascent. I recovered 95% the day after. My complaint: when I decided to go for a second guided attempt, at a slower pace, I received no help in securing a guide, or a reservation at Gouter. The online reservation showed fully booked both for Rousse and Gouter. But I know that there were lots of empty bunks at Rousse, and I suspect the same at Gouter. I received sympathy, but only as a formality. Initially I had sought a single dedicated guide, but I was encouraged to join a group. I did not get a choice.I should have known better, I knew my pace would be a bit slower, but I counted on your support and understanding. I got neither. I was on my own with no help.
Edward de Haan
4.00
August 2019
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Kim Deferspiel
2.00
August 2019
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Ryan Beck
5.00
July 2019
Trip was excellent but explore share needs to provide more information, the only reason I knew what was going on is that I was with Azimut on another trip.
Ildiko Knudson
5.00
July 2019
I climbed with Marco. He is a very experienced mountain guide with a huge knowledge. I felt safe the whole time. A lot of laughs during the trip. Thank you explore-share.
5.00
June 2019
Our guide was Christopher Garrigues
Jérémie Crmr
5.00
April 2019
Le boss et toute l\'équipe sont des grands passionnés, et ça se sent
Radu Oprea
5.00
September 2018
Great experience with very knowledgeable and friendly guides. Great atmosphere.
Yasutaka
4.00
August 2018
I joined this trip 30 Jul - 2 Aug with my friend from Japan. This was third try of mountaineering in foreign countries . The weather was not good, but we were able to stand on the summit. It was amazing experience for us because we have wanted to climb European mountains for a long time. We appreciate our guide and support staffs. Thank you!
Anna Rozzorenova-Helle
5.00
August 2018
My trip was great and the guides were the best!!!
Tom Godtfredsen
5.00
July 2018
More challenging than I thought I would be. Happy to get up; happy to get down. All 3 guides were great. Showed confidence, and took very good care of us :)
Kohei Nishimura
4.00
July 2018
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yaron lavy
5.00
July 2018
The traveller did not leave a comment.
Ketil Wermskog
4.00
June 2018
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Kei Hidaka
5.00
September 2017
It was the first time to climb the mountain in foreign country for me. However As I don\'t like the such a tour which includes all like flight, accomodation etc. That\'s why I chose the Explore-share. I enjoyed much this tour thanks to friendly and nice guide and also other participants, though we couldn\'t climb Mont Blanc because of bad weather condition. Finally this tour was well organized with skilled guides. I hope for next chance to climb Mont Blanc.
Cedric Ferrero
5.00
August 2017
Quand on a affaire à des personnes passionnées et professionnelles, le résultat s\'en ressent! Continuez à partager la montagne!!
Anna
5.00
April 2017
My experience was better than I could have imagined. I didn\'t have to worry about anything other than showing up in Oulx with my ski boots! Simon, our guide, was excellent, totally competent, and easy-going. We spent time in the best ski areas in beautiful, small French towns. Our accommodations and food were also top notch. I\'d highly recommend Azimut.
Gicquel Jérôme
5.00
October 2014
Merci à l\'équipe et surtout notre super guide JB qui nous a supporté jusqu au sommet
Merci beaucoup à Manu et Antoine, nos deux guides, pour cette excellente semaine. Ils ont été aux petits soins et très professionnels: s\'assurant que chacun était en sécurité et profitait le plus possible de son séjour, de la montagne et de la bonne neige ;). L\'hébergement, à l\'hôtel Les Agneaux était aussi fantastique: nourriture faite maison, locale, chambres très confortables et propriétaire encore une fois aux petits soins. C\'était top!