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2024/2025

Powder Safari Backcountry Camp

Embark on a bucket-list snowboarding experience in Japan, where Hokkaido’s legendary champagne snow awaits. Surf through neck-deep powder with expert local guides in Niseko, Asahikawa, and Sapporo.

Hokkaido, Japan

Powder Paradise
11 Nights + 10 Days Snowboarding
Three Separate Accommodation Bases
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Legendary Champagne Powder
Bucket-List Trip
Expert Local Guides
Group 26

Intro


Join us for a bucket-list adventure for some of the best lift accessed off-piste snowboarding that Japan has to offer. This is not just a trip; it’s a once-in-a-lifetime adventure combining epic backcountry snowboarding with the rich cultural tapestry of Japan.

Our epic journey around Hokkaido will take us through various resorts in Niseko, Asahikawa, and Sapporo, offering a perfect blend of thrilling off-piste experiences and authentic Japanese culture. Your guide for the week is a local expert from Niseko Zen, with extensive knowledge of the terrain, weather systems, and secret spots, ensuring the best possible snow and new lines each day. Additionally, a member of the MINT Team will assist with logistics, work as a tail guide, and ensure everything runs smoothly. During our time in Asahikawa we will have a second local guide to help the group explore deeper into the backcountry.

This trip is designed to be more than just snowboarding. It’s an opportunity to experience the heart and soul of Japan, guided by experts who understand the local snow, culture, and cuisine. From the world-class champagne powder to the rich cultural encounters, join us for an unforgettable adventure that blends epic backcountry snowboarding with the enchanting allure of Japan. Make your dreams a reality and be part of this extraordinary journey.

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Is it for me?


The Hokkaido Powder Safari is suitable for strong intermediate to advanced level riders with a few weeks of previous off piste experience enabling you to get the most out of this trip. This should include riding a variety of terrain and snow conditions, including tree runs and steeper slopes. You will have a good level of fitness, enabling you to do continuous full days of riding as well as the ability to hike to reach good lines.

If you are interested in joining us in Japan 2025 but are not sure if it would suit you, please get in touch. We will ask you questions to check your snowboard level and experience and let you know if this course is suitable for you (and suggest alternatives if it is not).

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What's Included

  • 9 days professional guiding
  • All ski passes (10 days riding)
  • 11 nights accommodation (Niseko, Asahikawa & Sapporo)
  • Transport to and from the lifts each day
  • Avalanche safety equipment if needed (shovel, probe and transceiver)
  • A member of the MINT Snowboarding team to support the group during your stay.

Powder Safari Backcountry Camp

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The Accommodation

Three Separate Accommodation Bases

Niseko

For our 5-night stay in Niseko, we’ll be in a chalet by MnK Niseko. This private chalet offers spacious, modern accommodation with a fully-equipped kitchen, allowing you to enjoy breakfast at home and the flexibility to cook or dine out in the evening. There’s an onsite restaurant as well as being only a short taxi ride from the many restaurants and bars of Niseko town. Relax in comfort and style, surrounded by Niseko’s stunning landscapes.

Asahikawa

We’ll be staying for 4 nights at the OMO7 Asahikawa, a hotel perfectly suited for our trip. Located in the heart of Asahikawa, it offers stylish rooms and modern amenities, providing a comfortable and convenient base for our snowboarding adventures. With easy access to local dining and cultural spots, it’s the perfect place to unwind and immerse yourself in authentic Japanese experiences after a day of riding.

Sapporo

For our 2-night stay in Sapporo, we’ll be at the ANA Crowne Plaza Sapporo. This elegant hotel offers comfortable rooms and top-notch amenities, ensuring a relaxing stay. Located in the heart of Sapporo, it provides convenient access to the city’s vibrant cultural, dining, and entertainment scenes. The hotel offers free shuttle transfers to New Chitose Airport.

All accommodation is in twin shared rooms.
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Structure

Day 1 – Sunday 12th Jan – Arrival Sapporo Airport. Self-transfer to Niseko

Day 2 – Ride Niseko

Day 3 – Ride Annupur

Day 4 – Ride Rusutsu

Day 5 – Ride Kiroro

Day 6 – Unguided day – Ride in Niseko or do your own thing, then late afternoon transfer to Asahikawa.

Day 7 – Ride Tomamu

Day 8 – Ride Kamui Links

Day 9 – Ride Asahidake – Evening transfer to Sapporo

Day 10 – Ride Sapporo

Day 11 – Ride Sapporo

Day 12 – Thursday 23rd – Departure from Sapporo Airport

The exact itinerary of this Japan snowboard tour remains flexible to allow for variations with the weather and snow conditions.


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  • What equipment do I need for backcountry snowboarding?

    You’ll need avalanche safety gear (to include transceiver, probe and shovel) along with a backpack with straps for carrying a snowboard. We also recommend appropriate clothing to include waterproof jacket & pants which are ideally a thin shell under which you can fit plenty of layers. Consider packing extra layers in your backpack, such as a lightweight down vest & inner gloves, in case the weather changes unexpectedly.

  • Can I join a snowboard camp as a solo-traveller?

    All of our snowboard camps are designed with solo-travellers in mind or those travelling in a small group. They are a great way to spend a week progressing your snowboarding, with others of the same level… you are guaranteed to end the week with a bunch of new snowboard friends having had a ton of laughs along the way! The vast majority joining our snowboard camps are booking alone.

  • What is the age range on a snowboard camp?

    Anyone age 18 & up is welcome to join our adults snowboard camps. The participants on our camps are generally aged from early twenties to mid sixties! Our camps are always a complete mix of ages and nationalities which help make them so fun.

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