Guided Hiking in Mt. Fuji
Situated southwest of the capital Tokyo, the ascent of Mount Fuji unveils Japan's highest peak and a breathtaking natural wonder. Embark on an expedition to unravel the wonders of this magnificent destination, accompanied by a certified local guide and ascend this dormant volcano that holds the distinction of being the second-highest island peak in all of Asia.
TRIP TYPE
Private
DURATION
1 Day
OFFER PERIOD
Jul - Oct
FITNESS LEVEL
high
SKILL LEVEL
Beginner
PAYMENT METHODS
Credit Card, Wire Transfer and more!
- Climb to the summit by the shortest route without staying at a mountain lodge
- Held even on days when it is too crowded to make reservations at mountain lodges
- Enjoy this trip even on off-season dates (late June, Sep and Oct)
Description
Description
Mount Fuji, located about 100km south-west of the capital Tokyo, is Japan’s highest peak and a spectacular natural phenomenon. At 3,766 m (12,355 feet) of altitude, it is the second-highest island peak in Asia. Featured within Japanese mythology, this dormant volcano is one of the ‘three holy mountains’. Mt Fuji is heavily intertwined in Japanese culture.
Here’s your chance to explore this magnificent wonder in the company of a local and internationally certified mountain guide.
Our meeting point will be in the charming city of Gotenba, nestled on the southeastern flank of Mount Fuji in Shizuoka Prefecture. From there, we will start our journey towards the majestic mountain.
We will begin hiking at the crack of dawn on the Fujinomiya route, known for its shorter duration compared to other paths. Typically, this route allows climbers to reach the summit within an estimated time frame of 5 to 6 hours.
The summit offers stunning views of the surrounding area. On a clear day, you can see for miles in every direction, including Mount Asama, Mount Bandai, and Mount Hakusan; the views are simply breathtaking.
This one-day climb is a challenging hike that takes 7–9 hours to complete. It is best suited for experienced mountaineers who are in good physical condition. The climb is not recommended for inexperienced hikers or those who are not confident in their physical fitness. Prior experience with mountaineering equipment is essential for all participants.
Are you interested in reaching the summit of Mount Fuji and exploring its stunning landscape and mythical location? If so, sign up now, and I will show you the beauty of this iconic mountain!
Price includes
Price includes
- Guiding fee
- Mountain guide expenses
Price details
What included in price Transportation between your hotel in Gotenba or Fujiyoshida and Mt.Fuji 5th station. What not included in price, Transportation between Tokyo and Gotenba or Fujiyoshida, meals and drinks during the trip, insurance.
Secure your spot with just 25% payment
48-hour free cancellation with 30-day advance booking
Itinerary
Itinerary
Day 1: Climb Mt. Fuji
5am - Meeting at your hotel in Gotenba or Fujiyoshida then drive to Mt.Fuji 5th station
6am - Start hiking from 5th station parkinglot
11pm to 12pm - Summit
4pm - Back to parking lot then drive back to hotel
5pm - Hotel in Gotenba or Fujiyoshida
Equipment you will need to bring
Equipment you will need to bring
For this trip, you will need: * Poles * Sunglasses * Water bottle * Backpack * Hiking boots
FAQs
FAQs
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About the guide: Yusuke
About the guide: Yusuke
Yusuke
4.80
(18)
Ski 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.
Languages
Japanese | English
Certificates
JMGA
What people are saying about Yusuke
What people are saying about Yusuke
Eric
5.00
Awesome trip with expert guide Yusuke Hirota. Our trip was a day trip on April 27, 2024, which was the first day that the road was open to the fifth station of the FujiYamori trail (ie mid mountain). The upper half of the hike was snow covered and required crampons and ice axes due to snow that time of the season. The upside is that we only saw one other person hiking to the summit that day compared to 200,000 hikers during the summer season when one can avoid the snow and this crampons and ice axes. Yusuke is truly an expert guide for this mountain and not only the summer season when most of his guided tours are but also for early season when we went. He set a great pace of hiking. Knew when we needed to put on crampons. He even brought harnesses and climbing rope for one member of our party who benefited from it. Yusuke gave great tips on the use of crampons and ice axes since we were only minimally experienced with those skills. We highly recommend Yusuke for guided mountain tours including Mt Fuji!
Chris
5.00
Yusuke was very experienced and it was a pleasure to spend the day with him. One of the most Remembrall days snowboarding I have had...Thank you Yusuke!
Rydr
5.00
Well organised. Knowledgeable and friendly guide. Great place. Couldn’t have been better.
John
5.00
Yusuke was absolutely fantastic. Just the right amount of engagement, education and quiet time to enjoy the experience. He was very disaplined in anayizing safety and putting us in great lines. We used another guide the day after, not the same ....we missed Yusuke greatly! The best! Thanks for great memories for me and my son!
Alex
5.00
Yuske was an incredible guide. Patient, capable, fun, and communicative. If you are considering climbing Fuji, you should considering going with Yuske.
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