update:2019.10.23

You can go from Tokyo! Even beginners can ride! Introducing the "Snowmobile Experience" tour in Nagano and Niigata!

Interesting words in this article: Niigata Nagano Snowmobile experience

Hello to all of you who are viewing the Activity Japan Blog! If you notice, 2019 is about two months left. It's a time when things are getting even busier, but I'm sure some of you are planning to enjoy the year-end and New Year trips and leisure activities. Winter outdoor activities are full of fun such as skiing, snowboarding, and smelt fishing. Especially this time, I would like to recommend to those who are not satisfied with the standard winter sports. Snowmobile "is. It can run long distances faster than cross-country skiing and snowshoes. You will feel refreshed if you drive through the snowy scenery of silver and silver ♫ No license required on private land, even beginners can ride Snowmobile Introducing 3 "Experience" tours!

Basic knowledge of snowmobiles

Before introducing the plan ... " Snowmobile I tried to find out about!

Attracting attention as a winter sport & activity Snowmobile .. Snowmobile Is a small one- or two-seater snowcat that can drive on snow or ice. It is equipped with a warp in the front as a steering device, an endless track (truck belt) in the rear as a drive device, a straddle-type seat and a rod-shaped handle, and drives in a riding posture close to that of a vehicle such as a motorcycle. Engines range from around 90cc to large models with displacements close to 1,000cc. It is mainly used as a means of daily transportation in snowy areas and as a means of transportation in snowy mountains such as ski resorts, and is exclusively for leisure. Snowmobile There is also.

And about the necessity of a driver's license that you care about ... Courses that you experience at leisure, such as the plan introduced this time, are often privately owned, and you can drive without a license. So you don't need a driver's license! You can drive without a special license Snowmobile However, there is a license system. Once you get the license, you can enjoy it for 2 years with only the rental fee of the snowmobile without any training, so for the first time Snowmobile Many people have acquired this experience.

Then, please have a look at the plans for the Nagano / Niigata area, which is easily accessible from Tokyo and can be enjoyed as a hot spring trip ♫

Find a snowmobile experience plan nationwide

1. [Nagano / Hakuba] Glide on the snow covered with silver! Snowmobile tour!

《Tour period》
December 23-March 31 (every day during the period)
<< What is included in the price >>
Lesson fee, snowmobile, helmet
《Participation age》
6-85 years old
"meeting time"
Tour start time:
9: 45/11: 00/13: 00/14: 15/15: 30
《Time required》
Within one hour
"The meeting place"
In front of Hakuba47 Winter Sports Park School Center

First of all, I would like to introduce you to Hakuba Village, Nagano Prefecture, which is provided by "Hakuba Lion Adventure (5746-3 Hokujo, Hakuba Village, Kitaazumi District, Nagano Prefecture)". Snowmobile It is a plan of experience! Hakuba Village is located in the mountainous area of the Japanese Alps, on the outskirts of Nagano City, where the 1998 Winter World Sports Event was held. Known as a mecca for winter sports, the mountain resort area spreads out using terrain suitable for skiing, snowboarding, and hiking, and high-quality hot springs are also popular.

There is a 30-minute entry course and a 60-minute driving and mini tour, and you can enjoy lessons and touring against the backdrop of the magnificent nature of Shinshu. Two-seater children can participate from 6 years old, and junior high school students and above can freely ride on the snow by themselves. In Hakuba Lion Adventure Snowmobile In addition, we also offer plans that you can enjoy in the fall, such as boat cruising. If you are interested, please take a look at the corresponding page ♫

Plan details confirmation / reservation

2. [Niigata / Naeba] Beginners can rest assured that it comes with practice! Snowmobile tour (90-minute course to enjoy nature)

《Tour period》
Late December (varies depending on snow conditions) -late March
<< What is included in the price >>
Guide fee, insurance fee, snowmobile helmet
《Participation age》
16 years old ~
"meeting time"
<AM> 9: 30/11: 00
<Afternoon> 13: 00/14: 30
(Please gather at least 10 minutes before the start.)
《Time required》
1-2 hours
"The meeting place"
"Kappa Snowmobile Land" in Naeba Ski Resort

Next, I would like to introduce you to the Naeba Ski Resort in Niigata Prefecture, which is provided by "Kappa CLUB (18 Terama, Minakami Town, Tone District, Gunma Prefecture)". Snowmobile It is a 90-minute experience plan. Naeba Ski Resort, which can be easily reached from the Tokyo metropolitan area, holds various competitions and events, and the slope structure is designed to be enjoyed by beginners to advanced skiers. In addition, the adjacent Naeba Prince Hotel is a standard accommodation for tourists and is very convenient for ski resorts.

The content of the plan is to first receive an operation lecture on the snow from the instructor, and then practice run on the dedicated course that has been maintained. Next, run freely while enjoying the powder run of nature on rough terrain, and reach deep into nature. You can fully enjoy the natural terrain such as waves and slopes ♫ The silver world as far as the eye can see Snowmobile Please fully experience the exhilaration of ♫ The tour will be held according to your physical strength and technical level, so even beginners can enjoy it with confidence!

Plan details confirmation / reservation

3. [Niigata / Naeba] Beginners can rest assured that it comes with practice! Snowmobile tour (Let's jump into nature! 60 minutes course)

[Niigata / Naeba] Snowmobile Tour (Let's jump into nature! 60 minutes course!)

Kappa CLUB

Yuzawa / Naeba

12,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

5.0
(5 reviews/testimonials)

After the lecture on the snow, practice driving on the well-maintained experience course. Once you get used to driving, let's go to the wilderness outside the course! It's a non-compacted snow area, so let's enjoy the powder run to our heart's content! *Only Japanese and English are supported.

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《Tour period》
Late December (varies depending on snow conditions) -late March
<< What is included in the price >>
Guide fee, insurance fee, snowmobile helmet
《Participation age》
16 years old ~
"meeting time"
<AM> 9: 30/11: 00
<Afternoon> 13: 00/14: 30
(Please gather at least 10 minutes before the start.)
《Time required》
1 hour
"The meeting place"
"Kappa Snowmobile Land" in Naeba Ski Resort

Lastly, I would like to introduce the above 60-minute plan also provided by "Kappa CLUB (18 Terama, Minakami-cho, Tone-gun, Gunma Prefecture)". As with the 90-minute plan, after receiving a lecture on the snow from the instructor, you will practice on a well-maintained experience course. Once you get used to driving, go to the wilderness outside the course! !! Since it is a non-compacted snow area, you can enjoy powder snow to your heart's content.

From 16 years old, single-seater Snowmobile You can get on. Rental wear is also available, so you can feel free to experience it. ♫ Recommended for beginners and those who want to enjoy skiing and snowboarding. It is held four times a day (twice in the morning and twice in the afternoon), so please apply according to your travel plans ♫

Plan details confirmation / reservation

Finally

By the way, enjoy "Hakuba Village, Nagano Prefecture" and Naeba, Niigata Prefecture, which are easily accessible from the Tokyo metropolitan area. Snowmobile I have introduced 3 plans, but how about it? Guide fee, all plans are within the price Snowmobile And helmet rental fee is included, and you can easily challenge if you have ski wear, snow boots, and winter clothes. (Rental wear is also available ♫) However, although it does not require a license, it is a vehicle with an engine, so we hope that you will enjoy it in a safe and well-conditioned condition. In addition, the tour may be canceled due to the closure of the ski resort due to extreme snow shortage or poor visibility due to blizzard, so please check the weather information until the day of the event. It's a popular plan, so make a reservation as soon as possible!

By running around in the wilderness covered with silver, you can experience the feeling of being one with the wilderness ♫ Let's go to the natural snowfield to experience extraordinary things ♪

Find a snowmobile experience plan nationwide