Experience local knowledge of the trails around Sapporo. Learn how to travel in snow with snowshoes and enjoy the great outdoors.
Unlike skiing and snowboarding, it's an accessible activity for almost everyone and allows for exploration in areas that are inaccessible by other means.
Before the hike commences, you will be provided with some helpful information to assist you with moving in a cold environment such as pacing to conserve energy, observing the route ahead, and evaluating the best route to minimize hazards. Learn about nature and navigation skills in a winter environment, enjoy a hearty meal outside for lunch while experiencing the wilderness at a slower, more intimate pace amidst the quiet beauty of the snow-covered terrain.
Unlike skiing and snowboarding, it's an accessible activity for almost everyone and allows for exploration in areas that are inaccessible by other means.
Before the hike commences, you will be provided with some helpful information to assist you with moving in a cold environment such as pacing to conserve energy, observing the route ahead, and evaluating the best route to minimize hazards. Learn about nature and navigation skills in a winter environment, enjoy a hearty meal outside for lunch while experiencing the wilderness at a slower, more intimate pace amidst the quiet beauty of the snow-covered terrain.
Bankei Sanso
This day trek starts at 7:30am with a meet up at Makomanai subway station to the trailhead. From there we will travel by private transport around 1/2 an hour to the trail head where we will prepare and check equipment and run through the safety brief before setting off on a 5-hour circuit that will include a lunch stop. After lunch we then return to our transport and off to an onsen. Then we return back to Sapporo.
Difficulty level- 4/10.
This day trek starts at 7:30am with a meet up at Makomanai subway station to the trailhead. From there we will travel by private transport around 1/2 an hour to the trail head where we will prepare and check equipment and run through the safety brief before setting off on a 5-hour circuit that will include a lunch stop. After lunch we then return to our transport and off to an onsen. Then we return back to Sapporo.
Difficulty level- 4/10.
Included
- Onsen admission fees
- snowshoes, snow trekking poles, and gaiters
Not included
- Cold weather clothing, hiking footwear for cold/snowy conditions.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
