Got a vision? Tell us! We’re here to customise your dream trip to Japan, just how you imagine it. Looking for several days in the deep powder with local mountain guides? Check. How about a catski or snowmobile outing? Check. And what about a few spa days? No problem! We got you covered. In the Hokkaido area, for example Niseko ski resort, you will experience the holiday of a lifetime. With Snowminds, you can expect us to do whatever it takes to make your wildest powder dreams come true.
Together with our locals guides, we will make sure that safety, powder hunting and crazy fun are the top priorities. Our focus is always to serve you. The Japan Dream Trip specifically puts you in the driver’s seat. You can choose the trip length, ski resorts, various activities and even add-on a side visit to Tokyo. We see our job as turning your dreams into reality. If you have any questions, you can ALWAYS contact us to start the conversation.
When you travel with Snowminds we take care of all the practicalities. Everything will be in order for your dream trip to Japan. That way you can pack your bags and good vibes and focus on preparing for your next adventure.
This trip includes the following:
Whats is not included but can be arranged?
Note: We believe everything is possible, so contact us if you have any specific wishes!
A typical day begins with breakfast. In days where you have planned to spend the day with a local guide they will pick you up where you live. They will guide after that days snow conditions and weater. This will prepare you for a perfect adventure day in the powder! All day you will get new fantastic experiences! We guarantee a lot of powder! After a day in the powder you can go spend your evening in Japanese spa and eat sushi or ramen for dinner.
The Week:
Fly from home country
Day 1: Arrive in Sapporo airport and transfer for Niseko
Day 2: Tailored program with either ski / snowboarding on your own in Niseko or the possibility of purchase of extra guided tours, snowmobiles, catski etc.
Day 3: Tailored program
Day 4: Tailored program
Day 4: Tailored program
Day 6: Tailored program
Day 7: Tailored program
Day 8: S Tailored program
Day 9: Transfer for Sapporo airport to go home.
*The week can be adjusted after your wishes, just concact us to here more
Accommodation will be in a nice family-run pension close to the ski area. The guesthouses are built and decorated in a Western style, but with a touch of Japanese culture, and typically divided into 2-person rooms. The hosts are incredibly sweet and hospitable and provide breakfast and cleaning daily. You get a lot of value for money, and it’s an obvious choice when you spend the whole day invading the powder.
It is possible to upgrade to an apartment or hotel – please contact us if this is of interest.
Whenever you want!!
In high season (December until marts) will the powder skiing be best! We arrange off piste trips in all weeks in this period of time.
Off piste trips will typical be in groups and in all trips, we can arrange some changes there will fit your wishes best! Contact us and let’s have a chat about what you want.
We have basic package! But we always open for changes, add on or adjusting after your wishes. Below you will find the things which can be arranged:
Off piste skiing trips are primarily for the experienced skier / snowboarder, who manages varied terrain outside the piste (steep slopes, deep snow, narrow passages and between trees).
We have the opportunity to tailor every day to match the level of specific groups. This allows us to arrange trips for the skilled skier / snowboarder who wants to explore the terrain outside the piste or learn for the first time.
If you are interested in teaching on the piste, we refer to school lessons through our Skimundi booking platform.
It’s important to have the right gear when you want to go on a off piste trip! If you want to go on a trip like this, you need special equipment for off piste. It’s important to have the right clothing and avalanche equipment.
The ski runs require off-piste skiing and backcountry touring equipment, and snowboarding requires either split-boards or snow shoes (but we recommend split-boards as snow shoes make it difficult to follow skiers). We recommend having your own ski / snowboard equipment, but it is possible to rent at the destination.
Clothing
We will recommend you Shell jacket and pants (with snow skirt) and a good middle layer in between (merino wool is clearly recommended) It is breathable, as you both sweat when you go upwards, but still have to keep the heat down to minus 25 degrees.
Avalanche equipment.
Avalanche danger in Japan is generally smaller than other ski areas. But it’s a must have with the most general avalanche equipment (tracker. Shovel and probe – ABS backpack it’s not a must in Japan)
We are a Danish company who’s member of the travel guarantee fund.
You need to make sure that your own insurance covers you when you go skiing and travel internationally. This includes:
If you doubt that you covered or not, then we will advise you to call your insurance company.
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