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Niseko’s backcountry gates open up a whole new world of powder, and we’re here for every last turn. With lift access doing the heavy lifting, we’ll skip the long hikes and head straight for the good stuff—deep, untouched lines, playful tree runs, and that dreamy Japow float. Every run is about chasing the best conditions, adapting to the snow, and making the most of the day. No stress, no second-guessing—just pure backcountry bliss. We’ll show up, strap in, and drop into the kind of snow we’ll be talking about for years.
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Included:
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- An experienced backcountry skiing guide with extensive knowledge of the area
- A full day of backcountry skiing on the Niseko ski holidays (generally 8:30am to 3:30pm, with a 1-hour lunch break)
- Transport to and from your accommodation
Add-ons
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- Touring skis — rentals available, please let us know prior to booking
- Avalanche backpack — $35
Not included:
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- Flights to Japan
- Equipment
- Accommodations
- Meals
- Lift passes
- Guide gratuities — optional
- Travel and medical insurance — optional
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These Niseko ski holidays are beginner-friendly, which means that anyone with a good fitness level can join in. You must be comfortable with spending up to 8 hours on snow.
Whether you’re a beginner seeking new experiences or a competent backcountry enthusiast craving advanced level terrain, the guides will cater to all skill levels.
For more backcountry skiing adventures in Japan, click here!
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Here’s a list of the equipment you need to bring:
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- Touring skis, splitboard or climbing snowshoes (skis with touring bindings and skins, or a split board with skins) — rentals available
- Ski poles with powder baskets (for snowboarders, collapsible poles will be required)
- Wind and waterproof hard shell
- Down jacket
- Spare thermals
- Spare clothes for layering
- Facemask or balaclava
- Gloves (warm and well fitting gloves for skiing)
- Hiking gloves/glove liners
- Goggles (bring goggles with high light and low light lenses if possible)
- Sunglasses
- Sun protection, lip balm
- Avalanche safety equipment and minimum 20L backpack (beacon, shovel, probe) — rentals available
- Snacks
Dress comfortably and for the weather in clothes you can move in. We suggest bringing clothing appropriate for the season. Layers are best and don’t wear jeans.
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Group sizes and pricing
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- For these Niseko ski holidays, the usual client-to-guide ratio is 4:1.
- It takes a minimum of 1 person for this tour to operate. The maximum group size is set at 4 participants.
- The cost per person decreases as the group grows, so it’s the perfect opportunity to hike with friends and family!
Niseko ski holidays can be arranged for larger groups. Contact us to make arrangements.
Min. age requirements
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- If you are older than 18, you’re good to go.
- Minors older than 10 may be permitted to join the Niseko ski holidays on a case-by-case basis, but must be in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
If your group has participants under the age of 18, contact us prior to booking to make arrangements.
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The starting point of your Niseko ski holidays is your accommodation in Niseko. To get there, most people fly into New Chitose Airport (CTS). From there, you can take a shuttle service, public transport, or rent a car to reach your accommodation in Niseko.
Once you’re there, you will meet your guide at a predetermined time (before 8:30am) in front of your accommodation in Niseko.
Accommodations are not included in the price of this adventure, so you’ll have to choose the accommodation at your own expense. Your guide will provide more details before the adventure starts.
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We highly recommend that you cover all your bases with both medical and travel protection. To make your booking and traveling experience as carefree as possible, simply choose Redpoint—the official 57hours insurance partner!
Redpoint tailors their protection packages for adventure travel, offering a comprehensive travel program, even in remote locations. Trip cancellation, natural disasters, pandemic coverage, medical evacuation, primary medical expenses—regardless of the travel interruption that may happen, Redpoint will have you covered.
Once your booking is confirmed and your trip is paid in full, you will be offered to purchase Redpoint’s protection. If you need any help or require more information, let us know and we will be happy to help!
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