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[Nagano/Hakuba] Backcountry "Basic Tour"

[Nagano/Hakuba] Backcountry "Basic Tour"

Japan-Nagano , Hakuba , Otari Village
Booking confirmed within 1 working day(s)
Duration:1 day(s)
Guided language: English / 日本語
Free cancellation 8 day(s) prior to experience date
    [5% App discount] Code: APP5OFF , HK: APP15HK

    Ski Activities

    Ski activity typeBackcountry skiing, Snow trekking, Snow equipment rental
    Activity seasonWinter
    Tour TypeShared tour
    Minimum participant requirement2 travelers
    Instruction languageJapanese
    Activity levelBeginner
    Transportation methodGet there on your own

    Product Info

    The content of this product is provided by machine translation and may not reflect the actual information, please take this into consideration before booking.

    • This plan is for those new to backcountry skiing. You can experience the charm of backcountry skiing and learn all you need to know. The tour includes a lesson on how to use equipment, including beacons, followed by a one-hour hike up the slopes. Various rental gear is also available.

    Meeting time:

    • Please arrive 30 minutes before the start of the experience. 7:30-8:30 (We will inform you of the meeting time the day before depending on the conditions)

    Meeting point:

    • We will meet and disband at the respective ski resorts in Hakuba. [Pick-up and drop-off information] If you are coming by train or bus, we will be happy to discuss this with you.

    address:

    • The meeting place will be announced the day before depending on the conditions.

    For those arriving by car:

    • 60 minutes from Nagano IC on the Joshinetsu Expressway

    For those arriving by train:

    • JR Oito Line "Hakuba Station"

    Purchase Notice

    Regarding cancellation of the event:

    • Regarding cancellation, postponement, and course changes of plans: If bad weather is predicted on the day of your experience plan, the guide may cancel, postpone, or change the course of the plan to avoid danger. In such cases, we will make a decision and contact you by 7:00 PM the day before the start of the plan, if possible. (Depending on the situation, a decision may be made early in the morning on the day the program starts.)

    Please note the following when participating in this course:

    • ・This tour is for people with skiing or snowboarding experience. You must be able to ski anywhere on the slopes. ・The locations where this guided tour is conducted are not under manual safety management, so there are inherent hazards and risks, such as avalanches, lightning strikes, falling rocks, slipping, falling into streams or cracks, and hitting rocks or trees.

    Includes/Excludes

    • Experience fee, consumption tax
    • Rental fee, mountain insurance

    Reminders

    • Participant age: 13 to 75 years old

    • What to wear and bring: Full set of skiing equipment Ski seals or snowshoes Extendable poles (for snowboarders) Beacon Sound probe Shovel Backpack (one that can accommodate skis or snowboards) Snacks (easy to eat during breaks and while on the move) Drinks (warm drinks are recommended in the harsh winter. Carry at least 1 liter of water) Quick-drying base layer (synthetic or wool) Warm clothing (put down or fleece in your backpack just in case) Goggles Sunglasses Sunscreen

    • Rental equipment: ・Backcountry skiing complete set: ¥3,850 (tax included) ・Beacon, backpack, snowshoes: ¥1,100 each (tax included) ・Shovel, spade, pole: ¥550 each (tax included)

    • Duration: 8 hours (experience time approximately 6 hours)

    • Minimum number of participants: 2

    Cancellation Policy

    • Cancellations 8 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
    • For cancellations made 3 to 7 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 20% will apply
    • For cancellations made 2 to 2 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
    • Cancellation is not allowed between 0–1 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
    NOTE
    • Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

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