Ski BanKei from Sapporo Station: Full day with guide and gear

BanKei Ski Resort: gear, lessons, and five hours on the slopes

A full-day ski class at BanKei Ski Resort starting with pickup at Sapporo Station, including ski equipment rental, five hours of skiing on runs for all levels, an English-speaking guide, and return transport. You can add a two-hour beginner ski lesson, and the guide stays on-site to answer questions throughout the day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Skiing day at BanKei Ski Resort

• Pick up at Sapporo Station
• Arrive at BanKei Ski Resort
• Escort to main lodge
• Get fitted with ski equipment
• Distribute and activate lift tickets
• Explain slopes, lifts, and lunch spots
• Begin skiing on slopes
• Attend 2-hour beginner ski lesson (if applicable)
• Practice skiing independently
• Free time for lunch and breaks
• Continue skiing until 16:30

The experience

The day starts with pickup at Sapporo Station and a 20–30 minute drive to BanKei Ski Resort, one of the closest ski areas to central Sapporo. Once you arrive, your guide escorts you to the main lodge, then to the rental shop to get fitted with skis, boots, poles, bindings, jackets and pants in your size. Your guide activates your lift tickets, points out the 17 runs and the different lift entrances, and shows you where to eat or rest during the day. Then you're free to ski at your own pace until 4:30 p.m.

If you book the optional two-hour beginner ski lesson, your guide will check you in at the ski school area before you start. After the lesson ends, you practice on your own for the rest of the day. Skiers of any level can use their time however they want. There's no set lunch time or break schedule, so you decide when and where to eat. Your guide remains on-site the entire day to answer any questions or concerns.

BanKei offers lower prices than other Hokkaido resorts and discounted ski and rental packages. The resort is accessible by a short subway ride and a brief bus ride from the station, so you spend more time on the slopes and less time traveling. You'll need to bring or buy gloves and goggles (¥1,000) and helmets (¥1,500) at the ski shop if you don't have your own.

What’s included

• Pickup and return transport from Sapporo Station.
• ski equipment rental including skis, boots, poles, bindings, jackets and pants.
• lift ticket activation.
• five hours of skiing at your own pace.
• an English-speaking guide on-site for the entire day to answer questions.
• optional two-hour beginner ski lesson (add this at checkout if you want it).

Options for this experience

2 options

Without LessonGuide in English · Available from 15 Dec · 07:30

With LessonGuide in English · Available from 15 Dec · 07:30

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday to SaturdayDeparts at 07:30Last departure this season: 31 Oct

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (6 to 12 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupUp to 20

Live guideEnglish

Audio guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Snow Monkey Resorts Tours (Machinovate Japan Ltd.)

Is this one for you?Pick this if you're a beginner wanting structured instruction, the optional two-hour lesson teaches fundamentals, or an experienced skier ready to maximize practice time on the slopes without the lesson.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 12 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

How much time do I actually spend skiing at BanKei?

You have five hours to ski at your own discretion, from after your guide shows you the slopes until 4:30 p.m. If you add the two-hour beginner lesson, you'll ski for about three hours on your own after the lesson ends.

What's included in the ski equipment rental?

Skis, boots, poles, bindings, jackets and pants are all included. Gloves, goggles and helmets can be purchased at the ski shop for ¥1,000, ¥1,500 and ¥1,500 respectively if you don't have your own.

Is BanKei Ski Resort suitable for someone who has never skied before?

Yes. BanKei has 17 runs catering to all skill levels, from beginners to advanced skiers. You can book the optional two-hour beginner ski lesson, and your guide will help you get checked in at the ski school area.

How long is the full day from pickup to return?

The full experience is 11 hours from pickup at Sapporo Station in the morning until the end of the tour in the evening, including transport both ways and your time on the slopes.

What happens if I want to take a lunch break during the day?

You're responsible for choosing when, where and how long to take your lunch break. The resort has places to eat and rest, and your guide will point them out when you arrive.