A sociable half day in the snow
Our group snowshoe tours are a wonderful, sociable and great-value way to discover Hakuba’s winter forest. In a small group with an expert guide, you’ll float over deep snow into peaceful woodland.
It suits solo travellers, couples and anyone who enjoys sharing the experience — with the same expert guiding and safety as our private tours.
Everything taken care of
- Certified guide
Leading a small friendly group. - Snowshoes & poles
All equipment provided. - Hot drinks
A warm break in the forest. - Safety briefing
Everything you need to feel confident.
A typical itinerary
- 09:00
Meet at Hakuba Bus Terminal
Pickup & drop-off at Hakuba Bus Terminal — introductions, fitting and briefing.
- 09:30
Into the forest
Snowshoe gently into the winter woodland.
- 11:00
Warm break
Hot tea and time to enjoy the silence.
- 12:30
Return
Descend and finish, glowing.
What to wear & bring
Dress for a winter forest — we handle all the technical equipment.
- Waterproof jacket & pants
- Warm layers (avoid cotton)
- Winter boots (rentals can be arranged)
- Warm gloves — plus a spare pair
- Hat & neck warmer
- Sunglasses or goggles
- Small backpack & water bottle
- Camera or phone — you’ll want it
We provide: snowshoes, poles, gaiters, hot tea and all safety equipment — fitted for you on the day.
Moments from this experience
Good to know
Small — typically up to 8 guests, so everyone gets the guide’s attention.
Yes — the pace is gentle and sociable, with plenty of stops for photos and hot tea.
Absolutely. Group tours are a lovely, sociable way to meet fellow travellers in the snow.
Certified guide, snowshoes, poles, hot drinks and a full safety briefing — everything except your warm clothes.
Yes, from around age 6 — kids usually love it most of all.
We move to higher, snow-sure forest — and if conditions are ever not worth it, we’ll tell you honestly and reschedule or refund.