Top Hokkaido Snowshoeing

Special winter-only activities that let you experience the entirety of beautiful snow and magnificent wilderness in Niseko. You can experience a special Hokkaido adventure that you can't experience in everyday life. Enjoy a relaxing river cruise through the beautiful snowy landscape of the Shiribetsu River, surrounded by tranquility.

Get out of the city and immerse yourself in the natural beauty that lies just outside Sapporo. This small-group snowshoeing tour takes you off the beaten path in the company of guides with deep local knowledge of the environment. Stay fueled with an included lunch and recuperate at the end with a soak in an onsen.

Trekmate Hokkaido offers many fantastic options for a full-day snowshoeing adventure. One unique route we offer is the exploration of the Hoheikyo dam area below Sapporo Dake. This journey leads you through serene forests blanketed in snow, with various routes catering to different skill levels. The tours include experienced guides who lead you through breathtaking landscapes, ensuring safety and sharing insights into the local environment. Some routes take you to hidden spots with stunning vistas of Mount Yotei or along ridges offering sweeping views of the surrounding countryside. These treks provide a chance to savor a hearty lunch in the midst of nature before continuing the journey. Keep an eye out for wildlife and unique natural features along the way; this kind of experience often makes for unforgettable memories!

Despite being a beginner-friendly course, this activity leads you to the absolutely stunning scenery at the end. During winter, you can see frozen waterfalls from above, and if you shift your gaze toward the sea, you will be met with the vast and majestic Sea of Okhotsk. From February to March, you will also get the chance to see the sea covered with drift ice. If you are lucky, you could even encounter wild animals like deer along the way.

For approximately 10 weeks in winter, ice stalactites and stalagmites up to three meters long and high form in an ice cave on the Noboribetsu River. These rare formations are the product of a unique combination of geology and climate, creating a natural wonderland. The hike in on snowshoes and is 8 kilometers in all, and includes some gentle climbing through fir and native forest. This tour is a great way to experience snowshoeing to a truly memorable destination.

Winter in Japan is almost here, and now is the perfect time to visit the Bibai Snow Land in Hokkaido! This park offers countless snow activities that the whole family can enjoy. Try fun activities like snow tubing, snow soccer, and bubble balls with your kids. You can also challenge yourself with exhilarating activities such as fat biking, snow rafting, and mini snowmobiling! The round-trip shuttle service to Bibai Station is 300 yen (one-way), so there’s no need to worry about transportation to Bibai Snow Land.