Trip 2 – freeride & touring in Hakuba
program info
- Duration: 9 days / 6 ski days / 1 day in Tokyo / 2 travel days
- Best season: January – mid March
- Group: max 6 + IFMGA certified mountain guide
- Level: solid skiers with powder/off-piste experience
- Price: starting from 2500€
- Location: Japan
TRIP 2 – FREERIDE & TOURING IN HAKUBA
Hakuba is Japan’s freeride capital, offering steep terrain, massive snowfall and great backcountry access. Based in a cozy lodge, we’ll ride powder every day and relax in hot springs by night. Your UIAGM mountain guide ensures safe exploration and top-quality descents.
Trip Outline
- Day 1 – International flight and arrival in Tokyo
- Day 2 – High-speed train to Hakuba, check-in at lodge
- Days 3-8 – 6 full ski days in:
- Happo One
- Tsugaike
- Hakuba Cortina
- Touring options in surrounding valleys
- Day 9 – Travel back to Tokyo, evening at leisure
- Day 10 – Departure day
info and materials
Included:
- Full-time UIAGM/IFMGA mountain guide
- 6 full ski days (freeride or ski touring)
- Accommodation in lodges, ryokan, or guesthouses, twin/shared rooms
- Breakfast and some dinners (depending on location)
- All domestic transfers (train, private van, shuttles)
- Local assistance and translation when needed
- Pre-departure briefing and MountainFree staff support
- Access to onsen (Japanese hot springs) when available
- 1 night in Tokyo or Sapporo, central hotel with breakfast
Not included
- International flights (we’re happy to advise routes)
- Domestic flight (if needed, e.g. Tokyo–Sapporo)
- Lunches and some dinners
- Travel and rescue insurance (mandatory)
- Lift passes for freeride days on ski resorts (if applicable)
- Gear rental (skis, beacon, shovel, probe, touring pack)
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, drinks, extras)
Technical requirements:
- Good fitness and solid skiing ability
- Comfortable in deep snow / off-piste terrain
- Familiarity with touring equipment (skins, crampons)
- Able to manage 500–1200 m daily elevation gain
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to speak Japanese or English?
No worries – the guide speaks Italian and there’s always translation/help available.
Can I rent gear locally?
Yes, ski touring and safety equipment are available for rent in all areas.
Is insurance mandatory?
Yes, all participants must have mountain/travel insurance that includes off-piste rescue.
What kind of accommodation is used?
We stay in traditional ryokan or ski lodges, often with onsen. Shared rooms (2–3 people).
How much luggage can I bring?
One soft duffel bag + ski touring pack. Skis count as special baggage. Internal baggage shipping in Japan is possible to travel light.
