Niseko Backcountry: Introduction to backcountry skiing in Japan
Join Nicolas, a certified ski instructor, for this fun, exciting and informative 1+ day Niseko backcountry skiing introductory course. Learn how to use all the technical and safety gear properly before trying it out on a local mountain.
Private
Hokkaido
+1 Days
Jan - Apr, Dec
High
Intermediate
Highlights
- Enjoy the stunning scenery of Niseko.
- Learn new backcoutnry skiing skills and try them out on high-quality powder.
- Soak in the hot springs at the end of the day.
Description
Situated on the western end of the northerly Japanese island of Hokkaido, the Niseko area is the perfect place for an introductory backcountry skiing course!
Home to the Goshiki Onsen resort, among various others, the Niseko area boasts plenty of easy routes for a first-time ski touring adventure.
We'll start the day by going over how to use all of the technical ski touring gear, including the avalanche safety gear. Afterwards, we will go over some basic ski touring techniques and do a bit of practice.
Once we're prepared to head out onto the slopes, we will ski over from Goshiki Onsen to the Niseko Annupuri ski resort. Once we've arrived at the resort, we will take the chairlift and then make the 30 minute hike to the summit of the peak.
From here, we'll be able to ski back down to Goshiki Onsen on the high-quality and plentiful dry powder. The route is pretty simple and serves as the perfect opportunity for putting all of our newly-learned skills to the test.
Once we get back to Goshiki Onsen, we'll head to the local hot spring – onsen – and soak in the water.
Depending on how you're feeling about the skiing and your availability, we can also extend the trip and explore other nearby spots in the area.
So what are you waiting for? Book now for this informative, exciting and fun 1+ day Niseko backcountry skiing introductory course!
If you like the look of this trip, but were looking for something a bit more advanced, then I think think you may also enjoy my 1+ day Mt Yotei ski touring adventure!
Price includes
- Guiding fee
- Transport during the trip
- Transportation start and back
- Mountain guide expenses
Price details
- Included:
- * Professional guide
- * Transportation round trip from your accommodation to Goshiki Onsen or to the skiing starting point.
- NOT included:
- * Ski gear
- * Touring gear
- * Ski lift ticket
- * Meals
- * Entrance fee to the Onsen
Itinerary
Day 1:
We'll start the day by going over how to use all of the technical ski touring gear, including the avalanche safety gear. Afterwards, we will go over some basic ski touring techniques and do a bit of practice.
Once we're prepared to head out onto the slopes, we will ski over from Goshiki Onsen to the Niseko Annupuri ski resort. Once we've arrived at the resort, we will take the chairlift and then make the 30 minute hike to the summit of the peak.
From here, we'll be able to ski back down to Goshiki Onsen on the high-quality and plentiful dry powder. The route is pretty simple and serves as the perfect opportunity for putting all of our newly-learned skills to the test.
Once we get back to Goshiki Onsen, we'll head to the local hot spring – onsen – and soak in the water.
Equipment you will need to bring
Water bottle
Backpack
Helmet
Poles
Ski equipment
Sunglasses
Goggles
Avalanche eqmnt
Climbing skins
About the guide
Nicolas
5.0
(17)
Ski Instructor
From a very young age I’ve had a strong connection with the mountains and nature. Although I grew up in the city, I used to travel to the countryside quite a lot. At the beginning, I approached the mountains in the summer time, hiking, trekking, sleeping in mountain huts, climbing and doing that kind of things. Later on, I started skiing and I just couldn't stopped: I became addicted to the snow!!
Back-country skiing started to grow on me when I was working in the Lake Tahoe ski area. I can still remember the feeling of the first few times I went to the backcountry on my skis, going up and down several peaks with no people around me except for my group of friends and away from the crowds of the resorts. It was fantastic!
After several year of backcountry skiing in Argentina (near Bariloche) and USA (Lake Tahoe), I made it to Niseko, Japan. I have been skiing, teaching, and guiding in Japan for the past 4 years. The snow here is unbelievable and the skiable terrain is huge and diverse. In the Niseko area you can find everything, from easy off-piste near the resort to several days backcountry skiing out there and lots of volcano skiing. Come on, just contact me and let’s go skiing!!
Languages
English
What people are saying about this trip
Paul
Nico was extremely helpful getting us set up for 2 awesome days of riding! I would highly recommend working with him if you are interested in booking guides in the Niseko area.
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