ALPINE L2 High Summit Yatsugatake Feb 10-11

ALPINE L2 High Summit Yatsugatake Feb 10-11 Mountaineering Japan

Embrace some of Japan’s famous 100 peaks across the Northern, Southern & Central Alps to progress your alpine skills under our close guidance, to make your first ascent to these challenging summits. Where you have a 360º view of the northern alps, southern alps and Mt Fuji on the clearest days. Our certified alpine guides (ACMG, JMGA) will expertly teach you all the fundamentals for your climb.

Day 01: Teaching refresh mountaineering gear use, steep ascending, emergency arrests, avalanche/companion rescue with basic rope, snow/ice hiking skills, reading weather & planning trip, how and what to pack.

Day 02: With an early alpine start (04:30) to make a push to the summit, allowing plenty of time for extra guidance, enjoying the views and a safe descent down the mountain to arrive before dark (17:00)

Price: ¥60,000 p/person (not including accommodation)
Duration: 2 days 1 night / Start: 07:30am
Experience: Intermediate Level (5+ Mountain Climbs including Alpine with crampons)
Location:AkaDake 赤岳 2,899m,  Yatsugatake Volcanic Ranges, Nagano
Language: Japanese, Chinese & English
Requirements: Good level of fitness, experience hiking, suitable outdoor wear.
Gear: Boots, helmet, headlamp, crampons, ice axe – Also available for rent (¥6,000 for set)

*Training & schedule is weather dependent for safety. During extreme storms training may be delayed or postponed to another date.