Taking your first step into the backcountry with POWDER COMPANY GUIDES with a deep understanding of the backcountry world in Niseko.
What is the ENTRY BC TOUR?
We will carefully and clearly explain the skills and knowledge necessary for backcountry snowboarding/skiing, such as how to handle backcountry gear, how to walk in deep snow, and the dangers lurking in the backcountry.
Two guides will accompany you: a leader guide and a tail guide.
Please make a reservation using the BOOKING FORM.
BOOKING FORM
This tour is recommended for the following people:
- Those who want to take their first step into the backcountry, or those who would like to take a refresher backcountry course.
- Those who want to learn the basics of backcountry.
Please make a reservation using the BOOKING FORM.
BOOKING FORM
When you join this tour:
- You will learn the basics of backcountry riding.
- Learn about the dangers of backcountry riding, which is not as safe as riding in the resort
- You will experience the excitement of facing untouched nature.
Please make a reservation using the BOOKING FORM.
BOOKING FORMParticipation conditions
- Those who have the physical strength to carry around 5 kg or more on their backs in the snowy mountains for about 3 and a half hours.
- Those who can ski / ride all slopes in the ski resort without falling with confidence.
Tour Description.
＜Content＞
| Meeting time： | AM 8:15 |
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| Time： | 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM (meeting and finishing times may vary depending on conditions) |
| Required equipment： | Backcountry equipment (beacon, shovel, probe, backpack, stock, snowshoes) ※Good to have: snacks, warm drinks, spare goggles, sunglasses. Weather conditions may change rapidly during the tour, so please come prepared for any possible cold weather. |
| Optional： | Photo Session |
ENTRY BC participants can borrow backcountry equipment for free.
＜Price＞
| Shoulder Season Price (From 2023/12/03 to 2024/01/05 and from 2024/02/26 to the end of the season) |
¥32,000 |
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| Peak Season Price (From 2024/01/06 to 2024/02/25) |
¥37,000 |
There's a price difference between our Japanese and English websites. It is because of operating costs. Please understand in advance.
Prices include tax.
Price includes BC gear rental.
We generally do not offer private tours during the Peak Season.
The minimum number of participants is 3 people.
There will be two guides, a leader and a tail guide.
Helmets are recommended.
There will be no lunch break during the tour.
About Backcountry Equipment Rental
Frequently asked questions about BACKCOUNTRY TOUR
Please make a reservation using the BOOKING FORM
BOOKING FORMTime Table
07:45-08:10 Pick up time for those who need a lift from their hotel.
08:00~08:20 Meet at POWDER COMPANY NISEKO
＊Please come directly to POWDER COMPANY NISEKO if you have a car.
08:25 Briefing (explanation of the tour)
08:30 Depart for the mountain
09:00 After driving, avalanche training including beacon operation
09:30 Start hiking
10:30 Enjoy the first run!
11:15 Climb back up and enjoy the second run on a different slope
11:45 Another run! Hike back up and enjoy a third run down a different slope.
13:00 Ski back to the car
13:30 Return to Powder Company NISEKO for a slide show presentation.
＊If there is no PHOTO SESSION, the tour will finish here.
14:30-16:00 Finish.
＊If necessary, we can provide transportation back to your hotel.
The times listed are approximate.
The third run and further runs may vary depending on conditions and group composition.
The time and number of breaks may change to suit the participants.
A PHOTO SESSION with no accompanying fee is available as an option.
