10 Snow Monkey & Ski Trips in Nagano Worth Booking

1.Snow Monkey 1 Day Tour with Beef Sukiyaki Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 295 reviews · 1 day · from $151Our pick

Travel from Shinjuku to Nagano by coach, enjoy a Japanese sukiyaki lunch, then walk through snowy forest to Jigokudani Monkey Park. You get about two hours at the park, an English-speaking guide, and seasonal Kamakura snow huts from January 23 to March 1, 2026.

“The guide and drivers were so friendly and excellent, despite bad traffic back into Tokyo. The lunch was good, the snow huts were ok, the monkeys and the walk through the snowy forest was brilliant. A great day trip from Tokyo.”

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2.Snow Monkey & Nagano Customiseable Private Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 138 reviews · 1 day

Travel from Tokyo, Hakuba, Nagano, or nearby areas in a private Toyota Vellfire or Crown with an English-speaking driver such as Kashi, Alex, or Jazib. Visit Jigokudani Monkey Park, Zenko-ji, Obuse, Shibu Onsen, and Matsushiro, then adjust the day around your group.

“Excellent visit to the monkeys and the temple Driver Kashi was very punctual polite courteous Would recommend him to anyone looking for a private driving tour from Tokyo”

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3.Nagano/Tokyo: Snow Monkey and Zenkoji Temple Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 54 reviews

Travel from Tokyo to Nagano with an English-speaking driver such as Ali, Raza, Fahad, Hadi, or Sunny. Visit Jigokudani Monkey Park, Zenkoji Temple, Obuse, Shibu Onsen, and more in a private vehicle for up to six. The route is flexible, but the long drive means you should choose stops carefully.

“Raza was fantastic guide and very informative on the tour. He is very knowledgeable about Tokyo and all of Japan and provides great insights in to the locations and surrounding areas visited. He is a safe and reliable driver, a very friendly and humble guy, and we felt in good hands for all of our trip. would have no issue at all travelling with him again next time we are in Japan! Thanks so much Raza for a fantastic tour and all of your knowledge and experience!”

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4.Snow Monkey & Shibu Onsen Afternoon Tour (Depart: Iiyama & Nozwa)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · from $78Best value

Join guides such as Tommy, Tome, Rossella, or Shinji for a 4.5-hour outing from Iiyama or Nozawa. Walk 2 kilometers through cedar forest to Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, then visit Shibu Onsen and a sake brewery. Priority entry, WiFi, transport, and park admission are included.

“I really enjoy the tour, going to see the snow monkeys but also a little japanese village was a great experience. The guide was very nice and knowlegeable. If you have little time, I definitely recommend it. I have already recommend to my colleagues, as when we are in Tokyo, we spend only 2 nights.”

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5.1-Day Snow Monkey & Cherry Blossom Tour in Spring

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 51 reviews · 9 hours · from $135

Travel from Nagano Station to Jigokudani Monkey Park, where wild Japanese macaques roam close by, then enjoy lunch and visit cherry blossom sites chosen for current bloom conditions. English-speaking guides such as Dai, Kevin, and Kunihiko Endo add local context. Expect a full nine-hour day with plenty of walking.

“My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our trip throughout the day, it really exceeded our expectations. Our guide Dai was helpful, funny and informative, and it was very nice to meet a fellow Welshman in Japan! He was very patient with guests who took a little longer to get from place to place, however we made good time throughout the day getting to each location. The snow monkey park was incredible, we got up close to the monkeys (leaving a respectful distance of course) and got some great photos. It was wonderful to see the monkeys enjoying the habitat and having the freedom to wander around- they are not at…”

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6.Private Snow Monkey Tour – Conveniently Resort Hop and Sightsee

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · from $507

Travel by private vehicle from Nagano City or Hakuba, Shiga Kogen, Nozawa Onsen, Myoko Kogen, or Madarao Kogen. Guide Lin or Joyce may lead your day, with the Jigokudani monkeys, nabe lunch, Obuse, sake tasting, and Zenko-ji all on the plan.

“Our guide for the day was Joyce. What a wonderful guide! She had a great cheerful disposition and engaged with all members of our group. The trip was a wonderful diverse experience highlighted by the snow monkeys. We had a great dRead more”

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7.Ski or Snowboard Lesson in Shiga Kogen (4Hours)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · from $184

Meet Ride Shiga in Shiga Kogen for a private four-hour ski or snowboard lesson. Your instructor can focus on beginner basics or coaching in carving, racing, freestyle, freeride, or moguls. Equipment, clothing, lift pass, and lunch cost extra.

“Very good and supportive. I would recommend to everyone. Me and my son enjoyed skiing very much. The trainer is very good, skillful and helpful.”

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8.Explore Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park with a Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 30 reviews · from $112

Meet a local guide at Yudanaka Station for a small-group visit to Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park. Walk forest trails to see Japanese macaques in steaming hot springs, then enjoy a local brewery stop and a free foot spa. Guides may include Teddy, Tamio, Michiko, or Takeshi.

“I have taken quite a few trips with Viator, but this is hands down the best one I have ever done. Our guide Tamio was waiting for us with a sign, and was so friendly and informative all day. We couldn't have asked for a better guide. He gave Read more”

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9.Snow Monkey Park & Miso Production Day Tour from Nagano

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $176

Travel from Nagano with a licensed English-speaking guide to a 300-year-old miso brewery, chestnut-famous Obuse, and Jigokudani Monkey Park. You’ll see macaques in every season, with hot-spring bathing most likely through March. Expect about 50 minutes of walking each way to the park.

“We had a small group. Our guide was fantastic! Very friendly and a Nagano local, gave great recommendations. The miso brewery and lunch town were small and kinda interesting. The snow monkey park is a real highlight, beautiful hike to get there and monkeys walking all around. We were there in the spring and saw babies wrestling each other.”

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10.Snow Monkey Park, Soba Lunch and Shibu Onsen Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $97

See Japanese macaques at Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park, enjoy a soba lunch in Shibu Onsen, and use a public bath with time for the local stamp-towel tradition. The tour lasts about four to five hours, costs $97.82, and carries no more than seven people. Guide Umut is known for friendly local insight.

“This tour is very organised and the communication is clear from the booking process to the end. Our tour guide Umut was excellent, friendly and informative. The day was hot and there was no guarantee that the snow monkeys would be tRead more”

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