Let JMGA-certified Hirofumi show you around the stunning mountains around Hakuba Village during this 3-day traverse from Mt Karamatsu to Mt Goryu.
Japan Alps
3 Days
All year
High
Intermediate
This 3-day program will take you across the Ushiro Tateyama mountain range, in the north of the Japan Alps, from Mt Karamatsu to Mt Goryu. It is a particularly great way to discover these beautiful mountains in the Nagano Prefecture.
On the first day of the program, I'll pick you up at your accommodation in Hakuba Village. This area is very popular both among hikers during the summer and among skiers during the winter.
From the village, we'll hike up to Shappoike Hut (1850m), where our traverse begins. During the hike, we'll traverse two long ridges: Happoo ridge and Toomi ridge. From up here, you'll enjoy magnificent views of the surrounding mountains!
We'll spend the nights at two different mountains huts: Mt. Karamutsu hut on the first night and Mt Goryu hut on the second one. I'm sure you'll enjoy the friendly atmosphere up here!
I'll take a maximum of 4 people on this hike. Please be aware that you need a good fitness level to be able to enjoy the walk, as we'll be trekking for around 5 hours a day.
So if this 3-day traverse from Mt Karamatsu to Mt Goryu sounds like an interesting plan, contact me now and join me for an unforgettable experience!
I also offer other hiking options in this area. Check out my Mt Shioruma ascent via Hakuba Daissekei. It's a great 2-day option!
Meeting point
7:00 pick you up at your accommodation in Hakuba village. 9:00 Shappoike hut (1850m) start trekking ⇒ 10:30 Happoike (2060m) ⇒13:00 Haoooike hut (2620m) ⇒13:30 Mt. Karamatsu(2696m) ⇒ 14:00 Mt. Karamatsu hut, overnight. Approx. 5 hours of walking.
8:00 start trekking. 11:00 Mt. Goryu hut(2490m) ⇒12:00 Mt. Goryu (2814m) ⇒13:00 Mt. Goryu hut, overnight. Approx. 5 hours of walking.
8:00 start trekking ⇒11:00 Mt. Kotoomi (2007m) ⇒12:00 Jizonoatama (1673m) ⇒ 12:30 Hakuba Goryu telecabin Alps daira station (1515m) end of trekking. Approx. 4.5 hours walking. Take you back to your accommodation or station in Hakuba village. We can stop by at hot spring if you want.
More info
Equipment: - Helmet, crampons, backpack, backpack cover, mountaineering shoes, rain wear, quick-drying inner layer, warm clothes (fleece and down jacket etc.), cap, gloves, socks, head lamp with spare battery, sun glasses, sun block, towel, garbage bags, insurance card, mobile phone, medicine. - Lunch or snacks for 2 days (you can order lunch on second day at the hut for 1000yen), water (approx. 1.5 L per day) you can buy at huts. - You can rent crampons for 1000yen.
Do you have a helmet and for rent?
If you want to rent this items, I can rent it. 1 item costs ¥500 for 1 day. The price for 2 days is¥1000.
Are there shower facilities in mountain hut?
Almost mountain hut has no shower facilities.
How much is staying for one night in Mountain hut?
It is ¥15000, and the price includes 2 meals.
When does the mountain hut close?
We can stay at the mountain hut until October 13th 2024.
What are some recommended accommodations near our adventure location?
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