Hakuba Backcountry Tour
Guided Backcountry Skiing & Snowboarding Trip
Welcome to the ultimate guided Hakuba backcountry tour for advanced skiers and snowboarders. Backcountry skiing in Hakuba, Japan should be on every serious rider’s trip list. The stunning Japanese Alps and the Hakuba Valley is your home base to some of the best ski and snowboard terrain in all of Japan. Our fully hosted, small group guided ski trip to Hakuba blends lift accessed backcountry ski touring + splitboarding with outstanding tree skiing, led by our internationally certified ski guide and Japanese-speaking ski guide. After a day of Hakuba powder skiing, the trip is balanced out with soul-satisfying, off-slope cultural activities. Based out of our comfortable Hakuba hotel puts us within walking distance to explore the bustling Hakuba village, dine on traditional cuisine and soak in our hotel’s soothing Onsen spa.
Trip Highlights
- 2 certified guides host your trip on and off the mountain focused on culture and a flexible itinerary based around best snow conditions
- Only 6 guests maximum per trip allows us to move more efficiently in the mountains, ensuring more Hakuba powder for you
- The Hakuba Valley provides access to 9 ski resorts, mind-blowing backcountry touring, incredible tree skiing, and home to Japan’s steepest resorts
- A trip to Japan wouldn’t be complete without experiencing the local culture. Our assistant ski guide not only speaks Japanese but lives in the Hakuba Valley year round and will proudly introduce you a unique side of Hakuba
Trip Highlights
Itinerary
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- Airport: Fly into either Narita (NRT) or Haneda (HND) Tokyo Airports
- Arrive to Hakuba and check-in to Hakuba Yamano Hotel
- 6:00pm group and guides meet-and-greet
- Hosted welcome dinner
- Daily group breakfast buffet at our hotel
- 6 full days of ski lift assist Hakuba backcountry tours based around best Hakuba powder conditions and more secret Japanese Alps gems. Including but not limited to: Goryu, Hakuba47, Happo-one, Iwatake, Tsugaike Kogen, Norikura, and Cortina.
- Relax in muscle soothing onsens
- Hosted group dinners in our favorite select Hakuba Valley restaurants
- After breakfast at the hotel it's Sayonara (farewell) to the guides and new friends
- Return to airport, Tokyo or extend your stay in beautiful Japan with help from our local agent
Is This Trip For Me?
You should be in good shape and confident in deep powder, trees, and varied terrain. Participants should be comfortable descending ungroomed advanced runs without hesitation. Snowboarders should be able to maintain speed on flats, hold a solid traverse line, and maneuver smoothly. Ideally, guests will have some ski touring or splitboarding experience, but if not, you should be fit enough to hike 10 km (6 miles) with a 10 kg (22 lb) pack as a gauge of your physical ability. We’ll use ski lifts to gain elevation, with daily touring of 600–1,200 meters (2,000–4,000 feet) spread over multiple short climbs. Some days offer the option to return to the resort early to ski on your own at a more relaxed pace. We do not expect to ski inbounds at the resort unless weather delays our ability to leave the boundaries each morning. If you are unsure if this is a good fit, please contact us before booking. More on ability levels.
Trip Essentials
- 2 full-time, certified, PowderQuest guides (Japanese and English speaking)
- lift tickets
- private 4x4 van
- comfortable hotel, private bath
- daily breakfast
- all dinners, hosted by your guides at select Hakuba restaurants
- beer and sake at dinner
- arrival and departure to/from Hakuba. See FAQs tab for instructions.
- travel insurance
- lunches
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Accommodations
Hakuba
After a stellar day of backcountry skiing in Hakuba return home to our comfortable onsen hotel with western style bedding, private bathrooms. Hearty breakfasts, WIFI, muscle soothing spa, sauna, free afternoon coffee/tea and a friendly family owned atmosphere.
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Nearly all inclusive. Expert guides. Legendary Hakuba backcountry. Reserve a spot today.
Pricing Details at a Glance: (in USD)
- $ per person, based on double occupancy, private bath
- Epic Pass holders will receive a refund at the end of their trip
- Solo Travelers: Will be paired with another guest in a twin share room
- Privacy Please: Single rooms available for a upgrade
- Payment: A 25% deposit is required to secure your reservation. Final payments are collected 90 days before trip departure.
Questions? Call us at 1-307-213-9094 or contact us via email.