Destinations
Activities
Help
3-day Niseko Haute Route in Hokkaido
Fantastic skiing during the day followed by relaxing hot springs to help you heal in the evening. Join JMGA certified Jun on this Niseko Haute Route.
Niseko
3 Days
Apr, May
Fit
Intermediate
Description
Join me on this Niseko Haute Route for fantastic ascents and descents during the day and also relaxing evenings in the local hot springs!
With this ski touring classic, you’ll get to know the backcountry terrain of the Niseko mountain range, in the Japanese island of Hokkaido, like if you were a local.
During this 3-day trip, we’ll go from the Niseko mountains to Iwanai village, located by the sea.
Curious to know more about the itinerary? On the first day, we’ll meet at Niseko Moiwa ski resort for a short briefing. From there, we’ll go to Goshiki Hot Springs, from where we’ll climb Mt. Iwaonupuri (1116m) and then ski back down. We’ll have dinner at Goshiki Hot Spring and spend the night there.
On the second day, we’ll do a traverse from Mt. Nitonupuri (1083m) to Mt. Chisenupuri (1134 m) to Mt. Shakunage (1074 m) and finally arrive to Niimi Hot Springs. We’ll have a relaxing evening in the village and afterwards spend the night in Konbu Hot Springs.
And then, during the third and last day, we’ll cross Mt. Mekunnai (1220m) and Mt. Iwanai (1085m) to get to Iwanai village. From there, we’ll head back to Niseko Moiwa, where our tour ends.
You need to have intermediate to advanced ski touring skills to participate in this program. I will take a maximum of 4 people with me. However, for parties of 5 or more, another guide can join the group.
I can guarantee an amazing three days! I offer this itinerary only in the spring from mid March to May. Come from mid-March to mid-April to find the best snow conditions and particularly stable weather.
So contact me now and we’ll start planning your visit to the beautiful island of Hokkaido. The Niseko Haute Route will be a memorable experience!
Details
Accommodation Japanese-style onsen (hot spring) and ryokan (inn) |
More info
Equipment list:
|
Meeting point Niseko Moiwa |
Photos
About the guide
Hello! I’m a qualified Austrian mountain ski guide, a ski instructor as well as a alpine and ski guide with the Japan Mountain Guide Association (JMGA). I’ve lived 7 years in Austria, mainly as a ski instructor. I then became a mountain ski patrol in Tateyama in Japan, a heli ski guide in New Zealand, a chief guide at Niseko Hanazono Powder Guides, an assistant director of Niseko International snow sports school, and ultimately have started ski guiding independently since 2013.
I value the fundamentals of skiing as sports; to enjoy the snow mountains in a stylish, free and safe manner, in both private and as work. The best outcome is when both the client and guide can have fun, and for this, I am quite particular about not only guiding but also in technical / skills aspects and selection of appropriate equipment. I am an alpine skier but also enjoy telemark skiing. In summer, I have enjoyed surfing for a long time. Whether it be on waves, on mountains or on asphalt, if there’s enough steepness then I love to ‘glide’, which is my motto.
Please join me in gliding my backyard - which is the front and backcountry of Niseko!
What people are saying about Jun Horie
Chris Leach
5.00
February, 2012
I skied with Kehoe Seki, who took my up Mt Iwaonupuri. He is among the most knowledgeable, helpful and friendly guides I've skied with. I highly recommend.
Nicklas Zettergren
5.00
February, 2014
The "Guided powder ski tour" was amazing, also thanks to your brilliant and professional guide Gunther Winkel also a big thanks to Jun Horie for the skitouring equipment. On behalf Daniel and myself we want to thank you for a very professional guided powder ski tour, showing us Niseko in the best way of ski touring.
Louise Carlsson
5.00
January, 2028
We went for a 1-day guided freeriding with Jun's colleages Tim and Anna! They were amazing and showed us the best spots for backcountry skiing in Niseko. We were also very lucky to get a lot of snow, which made it the best day on the mountain for us. Thanks a lot!
Niels
5.00
February, 2019
Explore-share managed to find me a very good ski guide, but would have been nice to get in touch with the guide earlier after the transaction was done
Michael Mezei
5.00
March, 2003
We had an excellent trip, however, Expolre share said we would have Jun as our local guide - this was switched last minute from Jun to Tim - Tim was excellent (the guide rating of 5 is for Tim, not for Jun), but we had no information about Tim's background or credentials to assess before the trip. In the future, explore share should let us know in advance if there is a guide change and provide background and credentials.
Prices per person
Group of 1 | JPY 92784 Each |
Group of 2 | JPY 69588 Each |
Group of 3 | JPY 69588 Each |
Group of 4 | JPY 69588 Each |
Want a different number of travellers?
Price includes
- Guiding fee
Price details
- Avalanche gear is included in the price. You can also rent skis, climbing skis and snowshoes for free, but please let me know when you inquire as there is a limited number.
- Accommodation, meals and transportation (lifts and bus fare) are not included in the price
For booking assistance
Our experienced outdoor adventure team is ready to help you boost your experience and will assist you throughout the whole process, from the moment you choose a program until you return from your trip.
You may also like
Backcountry skiing in Rishiri
1 day
Intermediate
Occasional
FromJPY 14433
5.00
(12 reviews)
12-day freeride ski trip in Niseko
1 day
Intermediate
Fit
FromEUR 2258
5.00
(13 reviews)
Road trip and backcountry ski touring in Hokkaido
1 day
Intermediate
Fit
FromEUR 2568
5.00
(8 reviews)
5-day Backcountry skiing in Rishiri (accommodation included)
5 days
Beginner
Occasional
FromJPY 152578
5.00
(1 reviews)
1-7 days Sapporo Based Backcountry Skiing
1 day
Intermediate
Fit
FromJPY 13403
4.00
(7 reviews)
Niseko 1+ day backcountry skiing with a guide
1 day
Intermediate
Occasional
FromJPY 12372
4.50
(2 reviews)
Ski touring on Mount Yotei in Hokkaido
1 day
Any
Any
FromJPY 10310
5.00
(5 reviews)
1+ day Ski touring in Hokkaido, Mount Yotei
1 day
Intermediate
Occasional
FromJPY 14743
4.50
(3 reviews)
4-day Backcountry skiing in Rishiri (accommodation included)
4 days
Beginner
Occasional
FromJPY 119588
5.00
(2 reviews)
Find more Ski Touring trips in Japan
Join our newsletter!
Stay up-to-date on the best adventures.