Snowshoe Hiking at Goshiki-numa
Put on snowshoes and hike amongst gorgeous mountainside and Goshikinuma pond scenery! On this tour, you'll hike through Urabandai's Goshikinuma area in snowshoes to take in its gorgeous winter scenery. You'll be guided by an English-speaking local guide with extensive knowledge on the outdoors as well as Urabandai's nature, culture, and history, making for a safe and thoroughly enjoyable trip. Children of elementary school age and above can join this tour. The meeting spot is the Urabandai Bussankan (tourist and souvenir centre). Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/qF55omaEaKerSub77 Please be aware that snowshoes themselves are not included in the price and are available for rent at the departure point for 1,300 yen per person. An optional 100 yen insurance is also offered. Please be aware this tour has only minimal English support at this time, although the experience can still be enjoyed by those without Japanese language skills. Note: This activity may be subject to change or cancellation in the event of unforeseen circumstances. We appreciate your understanding. This experience is operated by Haregasaya Activities. はれがさやアクティビティーズ
Days of Week
Wed,Thu,Fri,Sat
Duration
3 hours
1 Participants
JPY 25,000
2 Participants
JPY 25,000
3 Participants
JPY 25,000
4 Participants
JPY 25,000
5 Participants
JPY 25,000
6 Participants
JPY 25,000
7 Participants
JPY 25,000
8 Participants
JPY 25,000
9 Participants
JPY 25,000
10 participant
JPY 25,000
11 Participants
JPY 25,000
12 Participants
JPY 25,000
Highlights
Highlight #1
Outdoor guide
Highlight #2
Learn about Urabandai's nature, culture, and history
Highlight #3
The guide will teach you about the places only locals know about
Highlight #4
You'll have support from a guide with special knowledge about outdoor activities (beginners, rest assured!)
Outline
Schedule
Meeting with the Guide
The meeting place will be the Urabandai Bussankan (souvenir shop for local products) parking lot Address: Yudairayama Hibara, Kitashiobara, Yama District, Fukushima 969-2701 In Japanese: 969-2701 福島県耶麻郡北塩原村湯平山桧原 5 min (200 m) walk from the Urabandai Lake Resort 5 min (210 m) walk from the Urabandai Kogen Hotel 6 min by car from the Urabandai Ski Resort 10 min by car from the Urabandai Road Station 12 min. by car from the Hoshino Resorts Nekoma Ski Resort
Orientation: Tour Contents and How to Wear Snowshoes
The guide will explain what you will see in the tour, help you to put on your snowshoes, and answer any questions you may have before heading off to the trailhead.
Hiking through the Urabandai Area (Goshiki-numa Ponds)
You will hike through the snowy forests of the Urabandai Area while seeing some of the Goshiki-numa Ponds. This is the time to take plenty of photos and learn more about the region.
Return to the Starting Point
The tour will finish where it started: at the Urabandai Bussankan (souvenir shop for local products) parking lot [裏磐梯物産館 駐車場].
Return the Equipment and Say Goodbye to the Guide
Now that you are back, you will take off the snowshoes and return the poles (if any), and bid farewell to your guide! Now, feel free to go back to the Urabandai Lake Resort and rest.
Add-ons / Transportation
Add-ons
Snowshoe set (1,300 yen per person)
[Price]1 ParticipantsJPY 1,300
2 ParticipantsJPY 2,600
3 ParticipantsJPY 3,900
4 ParticipantsJPY 5,200
5 ParticipantsJPY 6,500
6 ParticipantsJPY 7,800
7 ParticipantsJPY 9,100
8 ParticipantsJPY 10,400
9 ParticipantsJPY 11,700
10 participantJPY 13,000
11 ParticipantsJPY 14,300
12 ParticipantsJPY 15,600
Insurance
[Price]1 ParticipantsJPY 100
2 ParticipantsJPY 200
3 ParticipantsJPY 300
4 ParticipantsJPY 400
5 ParticipantsJPY 500
6 ParticipantsJPY 600
7 ParticipantsJPY 700
8 ParticipantsJPY 800
9 ParticipantsJPY 900
10 participantJPY 1,000
11 ParticipantsJPY 1,100
12 ParticipantsJPY 1,200
Plan Information
What's Included
- Guide fee
What's Not Included
- Snowshoes and poles set: 1,300 JPY / person
- Insurance: 100 JPY / person
What to Bring
- Skiwear (rental available)
Minimum Participants
- 1
Cancellation Policies
10%
14 days before to 17:00
30%
7 days before to 17:00
50%
1 day before to 17:00
100%
0 days before to 09:00
After 09:00, 0 days before
100%
Participation Date