Snowmobile Adventure at Sapporo Snowmobile Land | Round-Trip Transfer from Central Sapporo

A Snowmobile Ride Through Snowy Courses Near Sapporo

Ride a snowmobile along snow-covered courses at Sapporo Snowmobile Land in this roughly 4-hour experience, with hotel transfer included.

Staying in Sapporo? You can fit a snowfield adventure on the city's outskirts into half a day. A shuttle service handles the transport, so you don't need to drive on snowy roads or arrange your own way there.

The experience is rated 4.8 (533 reviews) and has been booked more than 10,000 times.

Even First-Timers Can Get Started with Instructor Guidance

Your instructor explains how to operate the snowmobile and covers safety, and you practice on flat ground before heading out onto the course. No driver's license is required, so first-time riders are welcome.

You can ride solo, or, if you meet the conditions, choose a plan where an adult drives and shares the snowmobile with a child. Age and other requirements apply to drivers and passengers, so please check the participation conditions of the plan you book.

Riding along the course, you can feel the crisp air and enjoy Hokkaido's winter scenery up close, which is part of what makes this experience special.

With the BBQ Plan, Enjoy Genghis Khan After Your Ride

The plan that combines a 60-minute snowmobile ride with a BBQ lets you enjoy Genghis Khan (Hokkaido's signature grilled lamb dish) after your ride.

The menu includes Genghis Khan-style lamb, chicken, pork belly and pork offal, plus grilled vegetables and one rice ball. Drinks are not included, so bring your own if you'd like one.

A hot meal after playing in the snow is a real treat on a winter outing.

What Else Can You Do at Snowmobile Land?

Besides snowmobiling, Sapporo Snowmobile Land offers activities such as snow rafting, ski walking, ATV driving and snow tubing.

The snow park also has snow rafting and tubing, but these are not all included in the standard snowmobile plans. If you'd like to try them, check which plans qualify and the on-site conditions in advance.

Free Shuttle from Designated Pick-Up Points in Central Sapporo

The free shuttle runs from designated pick-up points around Sapporo Station, Odori, Susukino and Nakajima Park. Before booking, check whether your hotel is covered by a pick-up point.

The operator will email you the exact pick-up time the day before your departure. You will need to reply to confirm that you received it, so make sure you can check your email during your trip.

Things to Check Before Booking

• Check the details of the plan you're booking, such as 60 minutes, 90 minutes, or 60 minutes + BBQ
• The free transfer departs from designated pick-up points in central Sapporo.
• Age and combination requirements apply to solo and shared rides
• No driver's license is required to ride a snowmobile
• Helmet and cold-weather gear rental differs for adults and children, so check your plan
• Courses may change or operations may be cancelled depending on weather and snow conditions
• Check the cancellation and refund policy before booking

Dates, pick-up locations, participation conditions, equipment and plan details are subject to change. Please check the latest information before booking.

Summary

This roughly 4-hour winter experience takes you by free shuttle from a designated pick-up point in central Sapporo to snowmobile through snow-covered mountain and forest courses.

Your instructor teaches you how to operate the snowmobile, and you practice on flat ground before heading out on the course. You can choose a 60- or 90-minute ride, and a plan with a Genghis Khan BBQ is also available.

It's ideal for travellers who don't just want to look at the snow during their Sapporo stay, but want to drive a snowmobile themselves and head out into Hokkaido's winter nature.

If you'd like to add an easy, authentically Hokkaido winter activity to your Sapporo stay, check dates and conditions for the Sapporo Snowmobile Land Experience (with Shuttle Service).