Central Hokkaido Explorer
7 days/6 nights
Private or mixed group tour
Storm chasing tour
Backcountry focused
Progression and Advanced tours available for all levels of skiing
The Central Hokkaido Explorer tour takes the classic approach of storm chasing in Hokkaido. This tour bases your group in premium accommodation in Furano, the aptly named “bellybutton of Hokkaido”, known for its cosy town atmosphere, world class dining and close proximity to the majority of premium central Hokkaido skiing and touring locations. Throughout this tour you will experience the best that central Hokkaido has to offer, with our team of expert guides picking the deepest snow conditions for your group to ride each day. This tour is perfect for those that wish to experience the many diverse skiing and backcountry touring locations that the region offers.
While this trip may use resorts and lifts to access some great skiing, it is primarily backcountry focused, and as such clients should be prepared to travel uphill for extended periods on either touring skis or splitboards. Please reach out directly to our booking team if you have any questions about your own ability levels for this tour. We offer an Advanced version and a Progression version for this tour, for those that wish to extend on their own skills.
Progression versus Advanced grading
Progression
Our progression tours cater to guests from a wide range of experience. Whether this is your first guided ski tour, or you are a seasoned adventurer, who may not have the time to stay in peak fitness anymore, this tour is for you. To join one of our progression tours you should be a strong intermediate to advanced downhill rider, with beginner to moderate experience in the backcountry. Expect more lift assisted days and shorter uphills if looking at a progression tour.
Advanced
No you don’t have to be a Skimo athlete to jump in on this tour, nor do we expect you to arrive with a rope and harness in tow. To join one of our Advanced tours you should be an advanced to expert downhill rider, with moderate to extensive experience in the backcountry. Expect more time in the backcountry, daily 1000+ metre ascents and sore legs if considering an Advanced tour.
If you are unsure about your own abilities, feel free to contact us to discuss your options
Tomamu Backcountry, February 2024
Tour Details 2025
Contact Us to Arrange your own private Central Hokkaido Explorer 2025
Central Hokkaido Explorer: Progression
11-17 January (6 Spots Available)
25-31 January (6 Spots Available)
15-21 February (6 Spots Available)
Central Hokkaido Explorer: Advanced
18-24 January (6 Spots Available)
8-14 February (6 Spots Available)
Twin Share: AUD $6,090.00 Per/person
Single Option: AUD $7,090.00 Per/personDetails: 7 days/6 nights; Ski locations include: Furano, Asahidake, Tomamu, and numerous backcountry areas. Tour meets Furano.
Includes: Locally experienced Guide throughout; 6 nights Accommodation Furano; All Lift tickets; 6 guided riding days; Opening and closing dinner parties; All breakfast; private mini bus from day 1 to day 7.
Not included: All items of a personal nature; skis and ski gear (10% discount hire available for this tour); travel insurance (compulsory); lunches; dinners except where indicated; alcohol.
Guide Ratio: 6:1
Tomamu Backcountry, February 2025
“Safety and fun – We had five great days with Sam and Kaspar, who are very experienced, always safety-conscious, quick to react and really great guys. Some of the best skiing days of my life – I’d love to do it again!”
How to book: Contact us and we will send you a PDF brochure with more details and a booking form. Or download a booking form and send it to us with your deposit.