Category Snowshoe & Winter Tours

Sapporo · SNOWSHOE & WINTER TOURS

7 Sapporo Winter Tours Worth the Layers

7 reviewed

Snowshoeing and Onsen Adventures in a Winter Wonderland -Sapporo. - Five hours among Hokkaido’s snowy trees

Snowshoeing and Onsen Adventures in a Winter Wonderland -Sapporo.


1.Snowshoeing and Onsen Adventures in a Winter Wonderland -Sapporo.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · from $224Our pick

Trade Sapporo streets for snowy forest trails, a hearty lunch, and Koganeyu Onsen on a small-group snowshoe trip led by Chris.

“Chris was a wonderful guide who made sure we had a wondeful day in the mountains of Hokkaido. We had an incredible snowshoeing experience and ended the day with a wonderful hansun over looking a beautiful lake in a beautiful setting. Chris made the day special.”

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Sapporo Winter : Asahiyama Zoo (Penguin Fun & Snowmobile) - Ningle Terrace, a short stop among snowy craft huts

Sapporo Winter : Asahiyama Zoo (Penguin Fun & Snowmobile)


Snowshoe Hike Tour from Sapporo include hotel p/up & drop off - The quiet forest walk at Nakayama Pass

Snowshoe Hike Tour from Sapporo include hotel p/up & drop off


3.Snowshoe Hike Tour from Sapporo include hotel p/up & drop off

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $308

Trade Sapporo’s city streets for a guided snowshoe hike, warm tea, and a snowy Hoheikyo Onsen visit with hotel pickup included.

“We got tried after 10 mins walking using snowshoe gears, Sumi and her team went beyond the way to accommodate us to other places which they don’t need to that. Everything still awesome even without the snowshoes and onsen. We were able to experience perfect snows at asahiyama kinen park. Her service mindset and good attitude are the best.”

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2026 Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival in Hokkaido - The bus ride from Sapporo

2026 Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival in Hokkaido


4.2026 Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival in Hokkaido

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 10 reviews · from $58

Visit Lake Shikotsu’s illuminated ice sculptures on a reserved-seat bus from Sapporo, with admission included and free cancellation up to 24 hours.

“Ice festival was amazing We loved it,something we never see before Absolutely enjoyed the whole thing Just wish the tour guide could speak English so we can understand the story about it,she friendly & talked all the way but only Japanese language After all we still happy seen the amazing ice festival 🙏❤️”

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Explore Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival (night tour) - The winter drive from Sapporo to Lake Shikotsu

Explore Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival (night tour)


5.Explore Lake Shikotsu Ice Festival (night tour)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $59

See Lake Shikotsu’s ice caverns, sculptures, and glowing displays on a four-hour evening tour from Sapporo with shared transfers.

“A great ice festival to visit if you're in Sapporo for the snow festival. We went there at night when all the ice sculptures were beautifully lit up and it was really impressive. Great place to take the kids, highly recommend it!”

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Explore Shikotsu Ice Festival (day tour) - An afternoon among frozen sculptures

Explore Shikotsu Ice Festival (day tour)


Bamboo Ice Cave: Snowshoe to see a natural phenomenon! - Snowshoeing through Noboribetsu’s winter woods

Bamboo Ice Cave: Snowshoe to see a natural phenomenon!


7.Bamboo Ice Cave: Snowshoe to see a natural phenomenon!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 6 hours · from $154

Snowshoe through Hokkaido’s winter forest to a rare bamboo ice cave near Noboribetsu, with lunch, hot drinks, gear, and a small group.

“An absolutely wonderful day in nature, made unforgettable thanks to our guide, Aidan. Everything was perfectly organized from start to finish. Being in a small group is a real plus and allows you to fully enjoy the experience at a relaxed pace. We were completely alone in the middle of nature, which made the hike incredibly peaceful and refreshing. All the equipment is provided, so you don’t have to worry about anything. Aidan’s explanations were very clear and full of interesting anecdotes, you can truly feel his passion and deep knowledge. He is extremely dedicated to making sure everyone has a great time, helps throughout the hike, offers to take…”

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