Mount Fuji, Hiking from Sea to Summit

Your certified guide Hama will be honored to lead you on an incredible ascent of Mount Fuji. His goal will be to ensure your safety and enjoyment throughout the journey to this legendary japenese mountain - a peak many dream of climbing once in their lifetime. Follow the ancient pilgrims' route and conquer Fuji!

Private

3 Days

Jun - Oct

Very high

Advanced

Highlights

Hike through historic trails, enjoying stunning views of Mount Fuji.

Test your limits on the Murayama and Suyama Ancient Trails.

Reach the Kengamine peak, the highest point in Japan.

Description

Most hikers who climb Mount Fuji begin their adventure from the 5th station of each trailhead during the climbing season. This ascent is an exciting challenge that follows in the footsteps of ancient pilgrims, who journeyed from sea level to the summit and back down to the base of Mount Fuji over three days.

We'll meet at JR Shinfuji Station and take a cab to Tagonoura Port Park, where we can enjoy a great scenic view of Mount Fuji. From there, we will depart and hike through the Murayama Ancient Trail until we reach MOSS Jurigi Camp Resort.

After having breakfast, we'll hike through the Suyama Ancient Path at the foot of Mount Fuji. We'll then check in at our accommodation, either at Higashi Fuji Sanso at the Subashiri Trail 5th station or at Taiyokan Hut at the Subashiri Trail 7th station.

On the third day we'll reach the summit! Once at the Kengamine, the highest peak in Japan, we'll take a group photo. We'll then begin our descent along the Yoshida Trail to Kigaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shrine, the original trailhead of the Yoshida Trail.

If you're looking for a true challenge and one of the most rewarding hiking experiences you've ever done, then this is the trip for you! Contact me and together we'll conquer the legendary Mount Fuji!

Price includes

Price details

----Included in the price:

Guide fee, Pre-hike consultation via email or video call.

----Not included:

Trail entrance fee 2000yen per person (this applies for Yoshida trail only), Meal, Hydration, Hiking essential gears such as boots, rainwear, backpack, stick, hat, insulation (Complete essential gear list will be provided once booking is confirmed).

We will also have a pre-hike consultation to discuss the route, safety measures, and any individual needs or concerns.

Meet-up will take place at station or hotel in Shinfuji station. Guide does not offer pick-up by the car.

Please note that the hut or accommodation fee is NOT included and client is responsible for the accommodation cost including the guide.

Guide will request client to pay additional if you have special preferences and unexpected needs for the transportation (such as when choosing evacuation route)

Itinerary

Day 1: Departure to Mount Fuji

-- Meet-up at JR Shinfuji station -- Take a cab to "Tagonoura Port Park" where we depart from the place where great scenic view of Mount Fuji can be obtained -- Departure -- Hiking through "Murayama Ancient Trail " -- Checking in at the accommodation "MOSS Jurigi Camp Resort"in Susono city (Accommodation fee is NOT included in this trip)

Day 2: Hiking in Mount Fuji

-- Departure from "MOSS Jurigi Camp Resort" after having breakfast. -- Hike in the foot of Mount Fuji through "Suyama ancient path" -- Checking in at the accommodation at Higashi Fuji sanso (Subashiri trail 5th station) or Taiyokan hut at Subashiri Trail 7th station)

Day 3: Fuji summit

-- Departure after breakfast -- Reaching the summit 3 hours after departure from the hut -- Take a group photo at the Kengamine highest peak in Japan -- Start descending along the Yoshida trail to Kigaguchi Hongu Fuji Sengen Shirine (The original trailhead of Yoshida Trail) -- Congratulations on your accomplishment !!

Details

Accommodation

Accommodation will be arranged at a hotel on Day 1 and a hut on Day 2.

Disclaimer

Experience with winter hiking using traction devices is essential. Additionally, applicants must have completed previous high-altitude ascents without severe altitude sickness symptoms.

Frequent and recent hiking experience throughout the year is required for this trip. The guide will review your hiking history and assess your ability to complete the full distance before confirming your booking.

The guide may decide to turn back or use an evacuation route when necessary due to adverse weather conditions, earthquakes, volcanic activity, or client performance.
Clients are responsible for all accommodation costs, including those of the guide.
In unexpected circumstances requiring an extended stay in the mountains, clients will be responsible for additional costs at the mountain hut, including the guide’s expenses.
Clients are responsible for cancellation costs for reserved huts if the group cannot reach the planned accommodation.
All instructions given by the guide must be followed at all times.
The guide reserves the right to refuse service to anyone deemed unfit for participation in the activities.
If the required gear is not brought as listed, clients will not be allowed to join the trip. The guide may request clients to buy or rent the necessary gear before heading to the trailhead. Any additional transportation costs for detours to rental or outdoor shops will be charged to the client.
The guide reserves the right to cancel or reschedule a climb if weather conditions do not allow for a safe trip. If you cannot attend the rescheduled climb, you are eligible for a refund.
The guide is not responsible for any loss or damage to personal property during activities. It is recommended to pack belongings in a dry bag and store fragile items in proper cases.
If a participant is not fit enough to reach the planned hut or summit, the guide may ask them to stop the climb and return to the trailhead or nearest hut.
During the guided ascent, clients must stay with the group and follow the guide at all times. If a client attempts to leave the group or goes missing, the guide will file a missing report with the local police and initiate a search effort. The guide will also make efforts to locate the individual until the group safely returns to the trailhead.

Meeting point

We'll meet-up at JR Shinfuji station

Equipment you will need to bring

Water bottle

Backpack

Poles

Sunglasses

About the guide

Shinsaku

5.0

(5)

Mountain Leader

Languages

English | Japanese

Certificates

JMGA | UIMLA

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What people are saying about this trip

John

Hama was a wonderful guide. His explanations about the day, the information shared, knowledge of the mountain, thoughtfulness made it a perfect day! We could not have been happier!!! I would highly recommend Hama as a guide!

Maxime

Very professional and cautious guide ! He brought us to the top for the sunrise cause we had perfect weather conditions ! A memory that we'll last forever ☺️

Pierre

Just a wonderful experience with Hama.

Patrick

What a great experience! The summit, the mountain hut, and Hama's great personality were the highlights of the trip. Highly recommend!

Melinda

Hama was amazing! A thorough preparation, excellent communication from the booking until the end of the experience. Very considerate to ensure pace matched ability. Safety was a high focus and we felt in very capable hands. Hama's knowledge of the country, region and mountain was excellent which enriched our experience. Thank you so much! Would definitely recommend Hama and Explore-Share :)