Hokkaido Outdoor Organization ロゴ
A guest lying in deep snow, laughing

Area: Furano

Snowshoe Tour

Walk through snowy forest and feel Furano's winter firsthand.

Winter season・Guided tours

Overview

The Snowshoe Tour is a guided walk through Furano's winter nature on snowshoes, footwear designed for walking on snow.

Tread through soft, fluffy snow and take in snow-covered trees and the mountains beyond the snowfields. Even if you don't ski or snowboard, you can enjoy Hokkaido's winter nature with all your senses.

With pick-up and drop-off at your hotel, it's easy to join even if you're not used to driving on winter roads.

What makes it special

01Winter nature, no skiing required

Snowshoes are made for walking on snow, so you can explore winter forest and snowfields without any special skills.

02Hotel pick-up and drop-off

No need to drive on winter roads. We pick you up at your hotel and take you back afterwards.

03Winter in Furano, with a guide

Your guide shows you the highlights of the snowy forest and scenery you can only see in winter.

Photos

  • A guest lying in deep snow, laughing
  • Mountains beyond snow-covered trees
  • The snow-covered FURANO lettering monument and a tree stump
  • Frost-covered branches lit by the morning sun
  • A guest making a little sculpture out of snow

Ideal for

  • Anyone looking for a winter experience other than skiing or snowboarding
  • Anyone who wants to enjoy Furano's nature in winter
  • Anyone uneasy about driving on winter roads
  • Families with children aged 10 and up

How the day works

  1. 1

    Book or enquire

    Tell us your preferred date, time of day (morning or afternoon) and group size, by form or phone.

  2. 2

    Details

    When you book, we'll let you know your pick-up time, what warm clothing to wear and what to bring.

  3. 3

    Hotel pick-up

    We pick you up at your hotel.

  4. 4

    Guide briefing

    Your guide shows you how to put on your snowshoes and how to walk in them.

  5. 5

    Snowshoe tour

    Walk through snowy forest and across snowfields with your guide.

  6. 6

    Back to your hotel

    Afterwards, we drop you back at your hotel.

Good to know

  • Tours may be cancelled or changed depending on the weather and snow conditions.
  • This is an outdoor winter activity. We'll tell you what warm clothing to wear and what to bring when you book.
  • Please check which areas we can pick up from when you book.
  • Sending the form does not confirm your booking. Your place is confirmed once we contact you.

Frequently asked questions

Is it OK if I've never used snowshoes?

Yes. Before you set off, your guide will show you how to put them on and how to walk.

What is the minimum age?

Anyone aged 10 and up can take part.

What is the minimum group size?

Tours run with a minimum of 3 people.

What should I wear and bring?

We'll tell you what warm clothing to wear and what to bring when you book.

For other questions, take a look at our FAQ.

Meeting Point

Meeting & finish point

Your hotel (pick-up and drop-off included)

We'll pick you up at your hotel and drop you back there afterwards. Please confirm the pick-up time and the areas we can pick up from when you book.

Questions about the meeting point or pick-up? Feel free to contact us. +81 90-5950-4006

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Open 9:00-17:00 (JST) / Form enquiries accepted around the clock

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