HOKKAIDO FREERIDE TRIP 2026
10.01. - 12.01.26
HOKKAIDO FREERIDE TRIP 2026
"Skiing powder in Hokkaido is an overall ski vacation experience that you just won’t forget!"
SHORT FACTS
Land: JAPAN
STYLE: EINZIGARTIGE GUIDED BACKCOUNTRY RUNDTOUR
DATen: 17.1 - 25.1. 2026
7 tage freeriden / 7 nächte in HokkaidO
österreichischer Skiführer
max. 6 gäste pro gruppe
Rundtour durch Hokkaido um die besten Runs zu finden
freeriden in west hokkaido und SAPPORO area
faszinierendes japanisches essen und kultur
entspannte onsen spa
HOKKAIDO FREERIDE TRIP 2026
10.01.-12.01.26
Japan is world famous for its technology and culture for its penchant of perfection. But even when it comes to skiing and snow, the country with its 425 islands doesn‘t have to hide. Japan is one of the countries in Asia with the strongest snowfalls and the most fascinating hot baths. Especially on the northern island of Hokkaido, it usually snows continuously and with an intensity that makes every freerider‘s heart beat faster.
In many ski areas there is an average of 16 meters of snow per winter. And this is not like normal snow, it is super light, exceptionally dry and makes freeriding incredibly fun. For those who are interested in why the snow is as it is, there is a plausible explanation: the combination of cold air coming from Siberia, moisture from the Sea of Japan and the buoyancy that arises when the storm is clashing the japanese mainland, the result are heavy and dry snowfalls.
In addition to the many snow in Japan, there is a unique culture and a host of incredible culinary de- lights.
Program
Day 1
The adventure begins
Morning meeting point at the Arlberg and a short get-together for all participants. Then avalanche training followed by a freeride/ski tour with lift support (approx. 5 hours). In the afternoon we drive to our accommodation/hut and enjoy the evening together with great food.
Day 2
Guiding, Coaching, Ski to Fork
After a hopefully spectacular sunrise on the mountain, a great day's skiing awaits us today with additional technique coaching in the off-piste area (approx. 5 hours). A cosy lunch and in the evening a return trip/ski ascent to the hut with further culinary highlights.
Day 3
Guiding, coaching, finish
Last freeride/ski tour day with lift support and technical coaching in the terrain (approx. 5 hours). In the early afternoon we say goodbye to this year's SKI TO FORK DAYS 2025.
Tag 4
The adventure begins
Morning meeting point at the Arlberg and a short get-together for all participants. Then avalanche training followed by a freeride/ski tour with lift support (approx. 5 hours). In the afternoon we drive to our accommodation/hut and enjoy the evening together with great food.
Tag 5
Guiding, Coaching, Ski to Fork
After a hopefully spectacular sunrise on the mountain, a great day's skiing awaits us today with additional technique coaching in the off-piste area (approx. 5 hours). A cosy lunch and in the evening a return trip/ski ascent to the hut with further culinary highlights.
Tag 6
Guiding, coaching, finish
Last freeride/ski tour day with lift support and technical coaching in the terrain (approx. 5 hours). In the early afternoon we say goodbye to this year's SKI TO FORK DAYS 2025.
Tag 7
The adventure begins
Morning meeting point at the Arlberg and a short get-together for all participants. Then avalanche training followed by a freeride/ski tour with lift support (approx. 5 hours). In the afternoon we drive to our accommodation/hut and enjoy the evening together with great food.
Tag 8
Guiding, Coaching, Ski to Fork
After a hopefully spectacular sunrise on the mountain, a great day's skiing awaits us today with additional technique coaching in the off-piste area (approx. 5 hours). A cosy lunch and in the evening a return trip/ski ascent to the hut with further culinary highlights.
Tag 9
Guiding, coaching, finish
Last freeride/ski tour day with lift support and technical coaching in the terrain (approx. 5 hours). In the early afternoon we say goodbye to this year's SKI TO FORK DAYS 2025.
Prices 2026
Menue
SKI TO FORK DAYS 10.04.-12.04.26 ‘Food of the Future’
- Breakfast: Coffee, tea, oatmeal, fruit, ham, cheese, bread, eggs
- First dinner:
- Jerusalem artichoke soup with mushrooms
- Local Lech trout with wintergreen
- Venison and beetroot radicchio gnocchi
- Apple and walnut tart tartin
- Second dinner:
- Tortellini with mountain cheese and onion sauce
Leek soup with sourdough bread - Crispy pork with root vegetables and potatoes
- Curd cheese dumplings with fruit compote and zabaglione
- ausgewählte österreichische Topweine
Menus are subject to change at short notice. Complete vegetarian options also possible. All information without guarantee and subject to availability.
Further information
Prerequisites, Info
- The tours are suitable for all age groups.
- Experience in off-piste skiing is obligatory.
- Ascents with skins up to approx. 2.5 hours possible.
- Enjoyment of and interest in sport/culture/nature and cuisine.
- Open for overnight stays in simple huts with a winter room.
- from 3-7 persons
Services
- Guiding, avalanche training and technical coaching in the backcountry by state-certified ski instructors and ski guides.
- Overnight stay (simple huts with winter room)
- Dinner with preparation and cookery demonstration
- Small packed lunch for the ski day
- Complete organisation.
- Personal advice in advance.
Additional costs
- Arrival and departure
- Lift ticket
- own emergency equipment and ski equipment for off-piste.
- possibly travel insurance
