[Hokkaido Biei] Unexplored snowshoe tour in Shirogane Onsen with a professional guide <Beginners OK with lecture>
- Beginners welcome - First try
- Empty-hands OK
- Pick-up & Drop-off
- Solo participant
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Possible number of bookings1~5
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Participating age7Age ~ 80 Age
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Duration5~6 hours
This is a snowshoe tour that takes you to the hidden spots of Shirokane Onsen, which is surrounded by white birch forests in the depths of Biei. We will aim for the ``Blue River,'' the Biei River that has the same cobalt blue color as the Blue Pond. A professional guide will give you various lectures on the key points of winter mountain hiking. We provide free transportation to and from Asahikawa Station and Biei Station. This tour is recommended for those who want to have a different snowshoeing experience or want to make their snowshoeing debut. . After descending the mountain, we will stop at Shirahige Falls. You can also visit a nearby hot spring if you wish.
Professional equipment such as snowshoes and stocks can be rented for free. In addition to the above, goggles, winter gloves, waterproof winter outerwear, and waterproof snow boots are available for rent, but for a fee. Please let us know at the time of application if you wish to rent for a fee. The rental fee below is for each item. Ski goggles (free size)/winter gloves: 500 yen Thermal/waterproof wear top and bottom set (S~LL size) 2000 yen Cold/waterproof shoes (21~29cm) 2000 yen
We will pick you up from Asahikawa Station or Biei Station for free. Accessible by public transport. Pick-up from accommodation near the station is also possible. In addition, the meeting and dissolution place will basically be the same point. If you meet in Asahikawa, it will be dissolved in Asahikawa.
The tour is a small group and provides personalized support. The number of groups is up to 2 and the capacity is up to 5 people. As a measure against coronavirus, alcohol disinfectants and disposable masks are installed in the shuttle car.
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- Immediate booking OK!
- Reception closed
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About fees
Basic fee
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※The above price is a basic fee.
※Fees may vary depending on schedule, please check the fee displayed after selecting the date.
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Reservation cancellation fee generation date | Cancellation fee will be charged from 13 days before the event date. |
About cancellation | Please note that the following cancellation fee will be charged in case of cancellation due to customer's convenience. 13-8 days ago: 30% of participation fee 7-2 days ago: 50% of participation fee The day before: 80% of participation fee On the day: 100% of participation fee |
About event termination | The tour may be canceled before the tour departs due to weather conditions or other force majeure reasons. In that case, we will contact you as soon as it is decided. If the tour is canceled due to the above reasons, no cancellation fee will be charged. In addition, depending on the weather and other conditions, we may change the course or schedule to ensure the safety of our customers. Please note that we will not be able to refund the price including all costs even if the original purpose cannot be achieved. |
Detailed information of this plan
Required minimum number of participants | 1 Person(s) |
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Possible number of bookings | 1~5 |
About duration |
5~6 hours
5.5 hours Experience time: 3 hours Travel time to experience location (round trip): 2.5 hours
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Operating period | 2024/12/20〜2025/4/12 |
Assembly time | Asahikawa Station 9:00 Biei Station 10:00 |
Booking deadline | until 16:59 the day before |
Changing room | Toilet | ||
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Shower | Parking | ||
Locker |
Dress code - Must bring items | Belongings ・ Backpack around 20-30 liters ・ Behavioral food ·lunch ・ Drinking water / water bottle ・ Sunglasses or ski goggles Clothes ・ Winter shoes or mountain climbing shoes Waterproof ・ Ski wear or outerwear for winter mountains ・ Winter clothes fleece, sweater, etc. ・ Thick socks ・ Winter type such as hat knit ・ Gloves for winter, thin and medium to thick Hot spring bath after descending the mountain, please prepare a bath set and change of clothes. |
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About rental items | Special equipment such as snowshoes and poles can be rented for free. In addition to the above, goggles, waterproof outerwear, and waterproof snow boots can be rented for a fee. If you wish to rent for a fee, please let us know the size and number of men and women at the time of application. The rental fee below is for each item. Ski goggles (free size): 500 yen Thermal/waterproof wear top and bottom set (S~LL size) 2000 yen Cold/waterproof shoes (21~29cm) 2000 yen |
Matters require attention | While traveling in the mountains, the guide will do its best to ensure safety, but there are various dangers such as falls, falling rocks, falling snow, and falling branches during outdoor activities. We ask our customers to be fully aware of the dangers associated with mountain travel before participating. Guides may not be responsible for accidents while climbing. |
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Plan attractions
mysterious blue river The cobalt blue river is the same color as the blue pond. The flowing blue river in the deep snow is worth seeing!
The forest is a powder snow heaven! You can also try snow diving into the fluffy snow!
You can also experience snow sliders! You can also try snowsliding in an open area! Let's shower your whole body with powder!
Animal tracking Animal tracking for finding traces of animals is also a pleasure unique to winter mountains!
Shirahige Falls, a popular spot After the experience, stop by the popular spot Shirahige Falls
With a professional guide lecture Lecture & support by professional guides certified by the Japan Mountain Guide Association
Time schedule
The whole process Reception at the meeting place. After completing the reception, move to the experience location. Arrive at the experience location at 10:30. Preparation 10:30~13:30 Snowshoe experience 14:30~15:30 After the experience, disband in front of Biei Station or Asahikawa Station
Access - Map
Asahikawa Station South Exit (East Side) or Accommodation Near the Station
About 90 minutes from the center of Asahikawa There is a parking lot at the experience location (free)
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Selling points regarding safety
The guide is qualified for the Wilderness First Aid. We carry a first aid kit with us during the tour and strive to ensure a safe tour.
Insurance information | Mountain guide liability insurance Coverage: Physical compensation: 200 million yen per person Property compensation: 5 million yen per accident Dealer: Freude Underwriting Insurance Company Sompo Japan Nipponkoa Insurance Co., Ltd. |
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License and Qualifications | Japan Mountain Guide Association Climbing Guide Stage Ⅲ, Japan Mountain Guide Association Ski Guide Stage Ⅰ, |
Member organizations and associations | Japan Mountain Guide Association, Hokkaido Mountain Guide Association |
Number of staff | 1 people |