Niseko Backcountry Touring

Whether it is your first experience touring or you feel at home in the backcountry, we'll take you away from the crowds to limitless options of untracked terrain and views that reach the Sea of Japan.

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Things to know

Intermediate to Expert level riders only

8 hours of private touring within Niseko, including 2hrs of travel time. Average touring time is 5-6 hours depending on zone and fitness level

Professional backcountry guides with avalanche safety qualifications. We include avalanche safety equipment for each guest

Maximum 5 guests per guide

Suitable for those with no prior touring experience

Experience is tailored to your group's goals

What to bring

Helmet (highly recommended)

Ski or snowboard equipment (not included)

Touring skis or a splitboard - you can rent with us

Lunch, light snacks & water

Sunscreen & lip balm

Cost: ¥150,000 for full day touring & safety equipment. 

"Juan Cruz and Victor took a group of us friends/colleagues for a touring day up Shiribetsu and it was the best day so far this season!! Couldn’t recommend these two more”

Rosie Smith, Google Reviews

"We did a guided backcountry day with Joey, and it was amazing. Honestly, we wished we’d scheduled one for every day we were skiing in Niseko! It seemed like a whole different mountain after he showed us around." 

Eric Collins, Google Reviews

" “ バックカントリー最高でした。Matさんありがとう!"

Hideto, Google Reviews
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Safety First

Our highly certified instructors prioritise safety at all times when on the mountain to ensure they create a comfortable environment you feel confident in.

Expert instruction, local knowledge

Our team is selected for their experience and commitment to the industry, alongside their deep knowledge of the local area.

Multilingual Instructor

Our diverse team is capable of offering lessons in a variety of languages including English, Spanish, French, Dutch and Japanese.

EXCLUSIONS & CANCELLATION POLICY

Your booking covers the activity only and does not include gear and equipment rental, food/drinks, or personal insurance (participants must arrange their own coverage). 

Available from 13/12/2025 - 10/04/2026. Operates in most weather conditions—cancellations rare but possible.

Cancellation can be made up to 7 days prior, a full refund will be provided for any reason. Please review our T&C’s and FAQs for full information before booking.

Make it more than a day...

Want to have an epic multi-day touring experience? Check out our Ultimate JaPow Experience Package. 

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Backcountry Touring FAQs

Yes, you will need touring equipment! Don't have room in your bags? No worries, we rent touring skis and splitboards. We offer rental packages that will include a boot rental, however, we do recommend bringing your own boots for maximum comfort on the skintrack. Please note that our skis use pin bindings and we do not offer a step-in boot option for splitboarders.

Absolutely! You can book Backcountry Touring as long as you are comfortable with the following:

  • Experienced and confident riding powder 

  • At least a level four - intermediate on our ability chart  

  • A reasonable level of fitness 

If you’re going touring for the first time, our guides will take some extra time to introduce you to the equipment, explain the rules of the backcountry, and be sure to work with you to choose a tour that is suitable to your level/ambitions.

Our Backcountry Tours operate in a variety of areas and terrain around Niseko. The area we visit will depend on the snow conditions and avalanche risks on the day, as well as your goals, ability and fitness level. Ahead of your tour we will be reaching out to gather more information as your guide begins to plan the day!

We will provide an avalanche safety pack that includes a backpack, beacon, shovel, and probe. Along with this, we recommend bringing:

  • Sunglasses (walking in your goggles will fog them up!)

  • Sunscreen

  • One litre of water

  • Energy bars and a small packed lunch

  • Change of neck warmer and gloves

  • Thin gloves for hiking uphill

  • Lightweight hat to hike in

  • Helmet

  • A good night of sleep!

The aim here is to keep yourself warm and dry from snow and sweat. We recommend wearing:

  • Merino wool base layers keep you warm while also remaining breathable.  

  • Thin down jacket that you can take off when you get too warm.  

  • Shell jacket and pants to keep you protected from the snow and wind.

  • Dedicated ski socks to keep your feet warm and to avoid blisters.

  • Balaclava to protect your face from the snow, sun, and wind

  • Sunglasses for the uphill travel and goggles for the downhill. 

It is worth noting that backcountry touring can often be hot work! Walking uphill often requires you to take a layer off to stop you overheating. It’s recommended to bring some extra layers so you can adjust what you’re wearing throughout the day.

For our Backcountry Tours, we require a minimum skill level 4 –  Intermediate. This will be necessary to ensure you will be able to safely navigate the variable conditions and terrain which is in the backcountry.

Yes, backcountry safety equipment is required.  As part of the tour each guest will be provided with an avalanche safety pack that includes a backpack, beacon, shovel and probe. You are welcome to bring your own avalanche safety pack provided you have all mandatory tools. If you are planning to bring your own equipment, please let our guest services team know.

Planning a safe backcountry experience requires preparation. The latest we can book a backcountry experience is 24-hours  before your tour. However, during peak season we are often fully-booked for tours well in advance so we may not have a guide available for you at short notice.

Yes, we need to know how many people are joining the tour, and the ability of everyone within the group. This ensures that your guide can plan a tour that is suitable for everyone and that all members will have avalanche safety packs prepared for the tour.