Lift-Accessed Guiding
A fantastic way to experience some of the best powder snow in the world! Hokkaido’s ski resorts offer a unique opportunity to enjoy lap after lap of powder-filled runs with minimal uphill travel.
Niseko – Full Day
¥94,000 (¥108,000 Peak)
Niseko Resort boasts the largest backcountry gate system in Hokkaido, accessible directly from the lifts! If you’re looking for wide-open runs, tree skiing, and endless powder, this is the experience for you. Our expert guides have in-depth knowledge of the resort, and a full day with them is sure to be one of your best days on snow.
Logistics/Time
- Start/finish time: 08:30 – 15:30
Locations
- Pick up/drop off from your accommodation is available on request or meet at the lift.
- Meet on snow in Hirafu or Annupuri
Kit/equipment
- Avalanche safety equipment (beacon, probe & shovel) is required. Rental is available on request.
Skill/Fitness Level
- Skill: You should be able to ski/ride black runs in the resort and have an intermediate ability in off piste terrain.
- Fitness: A reasonable level of fitness is required. Small hikes/bootpacks to access backcountry areas will be undertaken.
Niseko – Half Day
¥72,000 (¥80,000 Peak)
A half day with your guide is a great way to quickly access the best snow in the resort. If you’re keen for lap after lap of powder in the morning followed by a relaxed afternoon, this option is perfect for you!
Logistics/Time
- Start/finish time: 08:30 – 12:00
Locations
- Pick up/drop off from your accommodation is available on request or meet at the lift.
- Meet on snow in Hirafu or Annupuri
Kit/equipment
- Avalanche safety equipment (beacon, probe & shovel) is required. Rental is available on request.
Skill/Fitness Level
- Skill: You should be able to ski/ride black runs in the resort and have an intermediate ability in off piste terrain.
- Fitness: A reasonable level of fitness is required. Small hikes/bootpacks to access backcountry areas will be undertaken.
Elite Powder Tour
¥104,000 (¥128,000 Peak)
Check out the other amazing resorts that southwest Hokkaido has to offer. Our guides continuously monitor the weather and snowfall to take you to the resort offering the best and deepest conditions on the day. Resorts we visit include Rusutsu, Kiroro, Sapporo Kokusai, and Sapporo Teine.
Logistics/Time
- Start/finish time: 08:30 – 15:00
Locations
- Pick up/drop off from your accommodation at 08:00 or earlier if required.
- Locations: Rusutsu, Kiroro, Sapporo Kokusai or Sapporo Teine
Kit/equipment
- Avalanche safety equipment (beacon, probe & shovel) is required. Rental is available on request.
Skill/Fitness Level
- Skill: You should be able to ski/ride black runs in the resort and have an intermediate ability in off piste terrain.
- Fitness: A reasonable level of fitness is required. Small hikes/bootpacks to access backcountry areas will be undertaken.
Qualified Guides Accreditation:
FAQ Guiding
I haven’t skied much powder, should I book a guiding session?
Yes! All our guides are also instructors, and are more than happy to help you safely get the most out of the mountain at your ability level. We do ask that you are at least an intermediate skiier, Level 4+ on our ability level page.
We are a group of skiers and boarders, can we all go together?
Absolutely, bear in mind some areas may require strong traversing skills to access. This can be easier with poles.
How fit do I need to be?
Skiing or snowboarding in powder can be quite tiring! But our team is always here to help with advice on how to efficiently cruise down the mountain. We will always go at the pace of the least experienced member, and we are happy to take breaks as needed.
Will we need avalanche equipment?
If skiing or snowboarding outside of the resort, or within Niseko’s gates system – we will require all participants to have avalanche safety equipment (minimum of a backpack, transceiver, shovel and probe per person)
Avalanche risk within the boundary of the resort is well mitigated by ski patrol with closures and controlled releases, so equipment is not mandatory.
Can we just go under that rope?
We will always try our best to accommodate any specific requests during the guiding session but unfortunately due to weather conditions some areas may be restricted access. We will always abide by the advice given by Niseko ski patrol on any given day.
*Off Peak 1st Dec – 15th Dec & 17th Feb – 31st Mar 2026
During the Christmas/NY & Chinese NY periods we will only be accepting Full day lessons
Christmas: 16 December 2025 – 4 January 2026 Chinese NY: 25 January – 8 February 2026