Treks, Tours, and Backpacking - Asia and Pacific

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  • Skier in Hokkaido
  • Kodama
  • Power Skinning
  • Blower Snow
  • Snowboarder
  • Skinning 1
  • Skinning 2
  • Snow Sculpture 2
  • Spirit Trees
  • Bustling Japan
  • Snow Sculpture 1

  Hokkaido Guided Backcountry Skiing

  Hokkaido, Japan is one of the best places in the world to backcountry ski and snowboard. The combination of light, dry snow that feels more like fairy dust, moderate lines, beautiful vistas and a rich cultural experience provide for an exceptional introduction to Japan's backcountry. The American Alpine Institute offers a flexible program that includes seven days of skiing or riding, while exploring several different backcountry and sidecountry venues in Hokkaido.

  • Location:Hokkaido, Japan
  • Season:January-February
  • Length:9 Days (7 Days of Skiing/Riding)
  • Cost:$3190

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  • The N. Face of Signuniang
  • Massive granite peaks in the Siguniang region
  • Siguniang from the town of Rilong
  • Stone houses near Rilong
  • Yak Heart Peak in morning clouds
  • Trekking toward Siguniang
  • Nearing the head of Changping Valley
  • Celestial Peak
  • Unclimbed peak above Bipeng Valley

  China - Siguniang Trek

  This trek offers exploration in diverse and remote areas of China, awe-inspiring scenery, and the chance to experience Tibetan and Chinese cultures.

  • Location:Sichuan Province, China
  • Season:September - October
  • Length:9 days
  • Cost:$3890

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  • Ridge of Island Peak
  • S. Ridge of Island Peak
  • Island Peak in the distance

  Nepal - Khumbu Trek & Island Peak

  This climbing and trekking program explores several of the largest mountain valley systems in the Khumbu Himalaya and includes optional ascent of 20,306-foot Island Peak (Imja Tse).

  • Location:Khumbu Region, Nepal
  • Season:April - May; October - November
  • Length:24 days
  • Cost:$4,600 or $5,300 with Island Peak