Sapporo Moiwa Ski & Snowboard Day Tour with Transfers and Lessons

Trip highlights

• Enjoy Sapporo’s snowy city scenery from nearby Sapporo Moiwa Ski Resort.
• ARC’TERYX snowwear is included, with a choice of skiing or snowboarding.
• Travel with LIYITRIP, a member of the Hokkaido Tourism Organization (HTO), with round-trip transfers and travel insurance arranged.

About this trip

Discover Sapporo Moiwa Ski Resort

Close to central Sapporo, Moiwa combines convenient access, gentle beginner slopes and views over the city. Its north and south slopes offer terrain ranging from family runs for first-time skiers to more varied routes for intermediate and advanced skiers. It is a convenient choice for beginners, families and visitors looking for a ski experience near Sapporo.

• Elevation: approximately 173–448 m within the ski area. The summit of Mt. Moiwa is 531 m.
• Runs: 10 course types, plus the Fun×Fun SQUARE beginner area. Some courses have upper and lower sections or A/B routes.
• Combined run length: approximately 8.0 km.
• Longest run: approximately 2,620 m.
• Lifts: 5 chairlift routes: No. 1 A and B, and Nos. 2, 3 and 4. There is no gondola.

Average winter temperatures

• December: −0.9°C / 30.4°F
• January: −3.2°C / 26.2°F
• February: −2.7°C / 27.1°F
• March: 1.1°C / 34.0°F

Your instructor will choose the lesson area according to the weather, snow conditions and the group’s ability.

Your day on the snow

A welcoming start for beginners

No skiing experience is required. Start with putting on your equipment, a safety briefing, basic stance and movement. Build your confidence step by step as you practise stopping, controlling your speed and turning.

Small-group lessons for 1–8 people

The tour can run with just one participant, with a maximum of 8 people per group. Choose skiing or snowboarding, with separate lesson groups. Chinese- or English-language service is arranged according to your booking.

4 hours of professional instruction

A professionally certified instructor leads two 2-hour sessions. Lessons progress from basic exercises to runs suited to the group’s ability.

ARC’TERYX snowwear and equipment

ARC’TERYX snowwear and your chosen snow equipment are provided. Ski equipment includes skis, boots and poles; snowboard equipment includes a board and boots.

Round-trip transfers from Susukino

Meet at INFINITY CITY in Susukino at 11:00 to collect your equipment and change. The drive to the resort takes approximately 30 minutes. Return to the meeting point is scheduled for around 18:40.

Photos and videos from your day

Your instructor will take occasional photos or videos during lessons and runs when conditions allow. Dedicated photography and professional retouching are not included.

SOMPO JAPAN travel insurance

Travel insurance is included. Coverage, eligibility and claims are subject to the insurance policy’s terms and conditions.

Good to know

• Helmets, goggles and ski gloves are not included. Bring your own or ask about rental in advance.
• Lift tickets for use during the lesson are included. Your instructor will arrange their use according to the lesson’s progress.
• Views of the city at night depend on the weather, visibility and resort operations. The Mt. Moiwa sightseeing ropeway and summit observation deck are not included.
• Lunch and personal expenses are at your own cost.
• Transfer and lesson times may change because of the weather, road conditions or arrangements at the resort.

What is included

Included

• Round-trip transfers from central Sapporo.
• Ski resort lift ticket.
• Ski or snowboard equipment, boots and snow wear; poles are provided for skiing.
• 4 hours of professional instruction.
• SOMPO ski insurance.
• Basic photos or video taken during the activity.

Not included

• Lunch, drinks and other personal expenses.
• Helmet, gloves and goggles.

Before departure

Snow wear, equipment and the lift ticket used during the lesson are included. Arrive on time as instructed so you can collect your equipment and change. Bring your own helmet, gloves and goggles, or ask customer service about rental in advance.

Meeting point & access

Meeting point and transfers

Transfers are included. Meet at INFINITY CITY in Susukino.

Address: Rooms A, B and E, 1F, THE SUSUKINO SQUARE WEST, 3–6 Minami 6-jo Nishi 5-chome, Chuo-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido 064-0806, Japan.

Meeting time: 11:00. Please arrive 5 minutes early. Late arrivals and no-shows are not eligible for a refund.

Before you book

Who can join

• Participants must be at least 5 years old.
• Infants and children must be included in the passenger count.

Before booking

• For safety reasons, this activity is not recommended for anyone who is 1 month or more pregnant or people with cardiovascular conditions or similar health concerns.
• For insurance registration, provide every participant’s full name in English exactly as shown on their passport, sex, date of birth and email address.
• If circumstances beyond our control require changes to the itinerary, we will notify you promptly and do our best to offer an alternative. No refund will be provided for these changes.
• Please make sure you are fit to take part. Tell us in advance about any specific health requirements.
• Each participant may bring no more than one suitcase.
• Follow Japanese law and all instructions during the tour to help keep everyone safe.

How to use your booking

Voucher validity

Your voucher is valid only for the date and time specified in your booking.

What to show

Present your electronic voucher and show the QR code for admission.

Ticket conditions

Tickets cannot be transferred once redeemed.

Booking confirmation & cancellation

Booking confirmation

Bookings are confirmed immediately. If you do not receive your confirmation, please contact customer service.

Cancellation policy

• Cancel at least 24 hours before the activity date, calculated in local time, for a full refund.
• The operator may cancel and reschedule the tour because of adverse weather or circumstances beyond its control.
• No refund is available once you have taken part in an activity, entered an attraction or used a ticket.
• If your booking cannot be completed or is declined, any payment made is eligible for a full refund.

Before you travel

For insurance registration, provide every participant’s full name in English exactly as shown on their passport, sex, date of birth and email address. By booking, you confirm that you are fit to take part and agree to follow Japanese law and all tour instructions. Each participant may bring one suitcase.

If circumstances beyond our control require changes to the tour, we will notify you and offer an alternative; no refund will be provided for these changes. We welcome your review and feedback after the tour.

Sample itinerary

1. 11:00

   Meet in Susukino

   Meet at INFINITY CITY in Susukino at 11:00. Please arrive 5 minutes early. Late arrivals and no-shows are not eligible for a refund.

2. 11:00–11:45

   Equipment fitting and changing

   Collect your equipment, change into snowwear and confirm your ski or snowboard type and size.

3. 11:45–12:15

   Transfer to the resort

   Travel by arranged vehicle to Sapporo Moiwa Ski Resort.

4. 12:15–13:30

   Lunch and a break

   Lunch is at your own expense.

5. 13:30–15:30

   2-hour afternoon lesson

   Meet your instructor for a safety briefing and warm-up. Practise the basics: equipment use, stance, movement, stopping and speed control.

6. 15:30–15:45

   Break

7. 15:45–17:45

   2 hours of on-snow coaching

   Practise on beginner runs, work on turns and linked runs, and take photos along the way.

8. 17:45–18:10

   Return your equipment

9. 18:10–18:40

   Return to Susukino

   Return by vehicle to INFINITY CITY ski shop.