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Hakuba Valley AE Adventure · Second Release

Japan

Six nights in Japan's Hakuba Valley with direct ski access, an outdoor onsen to finish every day and a great crew to share it with. This is the very first AE Adventure trip.

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Second release now open. Spots are limited.

Dates and Pricing

One week on the mountain

The founding AE Adventure trip. Second release spots are limited.

Second Release

Lock in your spot on the founding Hakuba trip

AE Adventure

March 2027

9th to 15th March

The Wadano, Hakuba Valley, Nagano · 6 nights · All levels welcome

Zanna ConlanJansen Andre
AE Team: Zanna Conlan & Jansen Andre.

Twin / Double Share

$2,550

per person

Private Room

$3,300

per person

Secure your spot with a deposit. Balance due 60 days before departure.

7 days to reset your body, mind and social life with an incredible community.

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The Trip

AE Adventure's very first trip.

Seven days in the Hakuba Valley with direct ski access to Happo One's Sakka slopes, an outdoor onsen to soak in after a big day, and evenings at The Wadano's own izakaya with the crew. There's a loose plan each day, with plenty of time for good runs, good food and good company.

AE Adventure trips are not fitness retreats, so there are no training sessions. You get the same Active Escapes team and the same welcoming crew, with the days built around the mountain. Everyone who joins this first trip is part of the founding crew.

All Levels Welcome Backcountry Access Small Founding Crew
The Wadano, Hakuba Valley
Deluxe Room at The Wadano
The AE Adventure crew on the chairlift at Hakuba

The Rhythm

What a day looks like.

Every day is a little different, but this is roughly how it runs.

7:30am

Breakfast

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Breakfast at The Wadano before the lifts open, with time to get your layers on and head up the mountain.
9:00am

Ski and Snowboard

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A full day on Happo One's Sakka slopes. We split into groups by ability, so everyone rides at their own pace, whether it's your first time on snow or you're chasing fresh tracks.
3:30pm

Onsen

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Back to The Wadano's outdoor onsen as the sun goes down over the valley. The best way to rest tired legs.
5:00pm

Après

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Drinks, snacks and stories from the day with the crew before getting ready for dinner.
7:30pm

Dinner

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Dinner at The Wadano's izakaya, or out at one of Hakuba's restaurants as a group.

Second release spots are limited. Lock yours in with a deposit.

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The Details

What's included.

Here's what's covered, and what you'll need to sort out yourself.

Included

  • 6 nights at The Wadano, Hakuba Valley
  • Daily breakfast
  • 5 day lift pass
  • 4 dinners with the crew
  • Direct ski access to Happo One's Sakka slopes
  • Outdoor onsen access
  • Zanna Conlan and Jansen Andre from the AE team with you the whole trip
  • Group activities and mountain days
  • Ski and snowboard storage
  • Trip photo package

Not Included

  • Flights to Japan
  • Lunches
  • 2 dinners
  • Travel insurance
  • Ski and snowboard gear hire

Rooms & Pricing

Pick your room.

Second release pricing. A deposit secures your spot. Balance due 60 days before departure by bank transfer. Flexible payment plans available, just ask.

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Deluxe Room at The Wadano

Share Room

Twin / Double Share

Share your room with a mate, or we'll pair you with another AE Adventure traveller. Most popular option for first timers.

Twin or Double Share $2,550 pp
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Superior Room at The Wadano

Private

Private Room

Your own room at The Wadano. Same crew, same trip, just a door you can close at the end of the day.

Private Room $3,300 pp
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Prices shown in USD. Exchange rates are indicative and updated daily.

Room & property images are illustrative renderings supplied by The Wadano. Actual rooms may vary. Used with permission; more at hakuba.com.

Good To Know

Questions? We've got answers.

What if I'm not an experienced skier?
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AE Adventure is built for mixed ability, same as our fitness retreats. Tell us your level when you book and we'll group you with riders at a similar pace. There's no minimum experience to join.

Do I need to book flights separately?
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Yes, flights aren't included, so you can book whatever suits your schedule and budget. Fly into Tokyo, either Haneda or Narita, then it's the bullet train and bus or a direct shuttle up to Hakuba. We'll send arrival tips once you've booked so you can land in time for the welcome dinner.

What's the deposit and payment plan?
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A deposit secures your place on the founding trip, and second release spots are limited. The balance is due 60 days before departure, and we're happy to set up a payment plan. Just get in touch and we'll sort something out. Deposits can be paid by card or bank transfer, and balances are paid by bank transfer.

What is AE Adventure?
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AE Adventure is Active Escapes' new line of outdoor trips, built around skiing, hiking, surfing and more. There are no fitness sessions. It's the same team behind it, and you'll come home with a group of new mates.

Strangers when you check in, mates by the time you check out.

Founding crew spots for Hakuba are limited. Lock yours in with a deposit today.

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