Private Cat Skiing at Shimamaki
Are you looking for the trip of a lifetime for Private Cat Skiing in Japan? Do you have a group that you hand picked to travel with? Or maybe you do not want to worry about a mixed groups ability levels. Whatever the case we offer all of our cat skiing packages for private groups. The prices below represent our normal private packages but we are also happy to build a custom unique package for you as well. In the past these have included things like 3 days of cat skiing at Shimamaki, 2 days of ski touring in Central Hokkaido, followed by 2 days of Heli Skiing right outside of Niseko.
Terrain
The Shimamaki cat skiing zone reaches up to 1,319 meters at the top of Mt. East Kariba and runs descend an average of 450 vertical meters. The terrain is a mix of open alpine bowls and perfectly spaced trees. Slopes range from 15-35 degrees (a typical resort black run is 32º). On average guests ski and ride 4,000 vertical meters of powdery snow. As with any cat ski terrain the amount of runs/day depends on weather, avalanche conditions, and the groups ability level.
Lodging
This trip is a unique package, blending deep powder skiing with a rich cultural experience. For 2-4 nights you will be staying in the sleepy, coastal village of Shimamaki, a two hour drive Southwest of Niseko. The area is famous for big mountains, trophy salmon fishing, and an abundance of seafood. At the end of each day you can relax at your accommodations in the rustic, yet charming Takada Ryokan or Yansa lodges. At these traditional Japanese lodges guests will indulge in fresh local seafood dishes, and enjoy Japanese beer and sake. Accommodations are based on 1-2 guests to one traditional ryokan room, complete with bamboo mats and futon cushions.
Itinerary
Night 1
13:00 – Pickup from your desired location in Niseko and transport to Shimamaki
18:30 – Dinner and briefing
Day 1
8:00 – Departure to cat staging area
8:45 – Avalanche Briefing
9:15 – Start shredding (lunch and snacks served on board)
15:30 – Last run
18:30 – Dinner
Day 2
8:00 – Departure to cat staging area
8:45 – Start shredding (lunch and snacks served on board)
15:30 – Last run
18.30 – Dinner
Day 3
8:00 – Departure to cat staging area
8:45 – Start shredding (lunch and snacks served on board)
15:30 – Last run
17:00 – Depart to Niseko
20:00 – Last drop off at Niseko
Rates
- 3-Day trip: ￥6,300,000
*up to 8 people
Includes:
- Tax
- All Meals
- Avalanche Safety Equipment (including airbag)
- Roundtrip transportation: Niseko to Shimamaki
- 3 nights of accommodation
