AOTEAROA, New Zealand
Ski New Zealand 2025
Ski in New Zealand. Stunning landscapes with world-class ski resorts. Iconic spots like Queenstown, Wanaka, Mt Hutt and Mt Ruapehu. I have skied New Zealand for a very long time, so the information on skiing New Zealand is based on my experiences...
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Cardrona Alpine Resort is progressing on one if it's many upgrade for 2025: a spacious, two-story building housing a revamped Noodle Bar and retail store.
The evenings are cooling off and the days are getting shorter - winter’s not far away. There’s some great news from Hanmer Springs Ski Area.
Ski Superpass is the easiest way to ski 10 different ski fields in New Zealand with one pass.
Porters have launched an Earlybird ski season pass deal with a new, payment plan. You don’t have to pay it all upfront - just a deposit now, then 2 more payments: one in May, one in June.
If you’re visiting Queenstown to ski or snowboard this winter, The Remarkables should be your first stop. It’s a gem - I’ve skied it many times, and it never disappoints.
The 2025 winter season pass sales. Now a change of schedule. Whakapapa Holdings Limited (WHL) has announced a delay in the launch, pushing sales back to early May.
PROGRESS UPDATE: Cardrona Alpine Resort, located in Wanaka, is installing a brand new T-bar for the 2025 season.
Soho Basin Chairlift - what's happening? With the much-anticipated Soho Basin chairlift installation at Cardrona, Here's the latest update on progress.
First time to ski Mt Ruapehu? We all remember our first trip to ski Mt Ruapehu. This guide covers everything you need to know to make the most of your skiing trip.
Here we are in September, planning our annual spring skiing trip to Mt Ruapehu, but the snow for the 2024 ski season in the North Island is in short supply.
So what makes a skifield unforgettable? The snow, the weather, or the company?. We all have those special days. In 2023, I had one of those experiences at Roundhill
I visited the Tūroa Ski Area on Mt Ruapehu in July for a two-day mid-week ski trip. It was my first trip to Tūroa under its new owners.
A brand-new 6-seater chairlift will be installed in Soho Basin at Cardrona, ready to open for Winter 2025.
The Remarkables has finished upgrading the Shadow Basin Chair, elevating its finish point higher on the mountain.
Where to Ski in New Zealand
Manganui Ski Area is located in the Taranaki region of New Zealand and offers skiing and snowboarding on Mount Taranaki.
Cardrona Alpine Resort, founded in 1980 is New Zealand’s most popular ski area, where everyone’s a VIP – from beginners and families to Olympic and X Games athletes.
Coronet Peak Ski Area, 20 mins from Queenstown. A variety of terrain with epic views over the Wakatipu basin. Night Skiing starts from 4-9pm
The friendly ski area that promotes fun. A sunny aspect with groomed runs and off-piste terrain that caters for all abilities
Roundhill Ski Area is a family ski field with breathtaking views of Aoraki Mt Cook, the Southern Alps and Lake Tekapo.
Temple Basin Ski Area is located in the heart of the Southern Alps near Arthur’s Pass Village.
Whakapapa is our one of our favourites and our most visited, due to its location from our office - only 2 and a half hours drive. It sits on the northern slopes of Mt Ruapehu
Mt Olympus is a friendly club field in the South Island, New Zealand Skiers and boarders can enjoy off-piste skiing & riding after fresh powder.
Mt Hutt Ski Area, Canterbury. At an altitude of 2086m with a 683 vertical drop Mt Hutt boasts the South Island’s highest chairlift.
The Remarkables Ski Area in Queenstown is situated high in The Remarkables mountain range. Ideal for all levels of skier.
The closest ski area to Christchurch City, Porters is a family focused business with a complete range of ski and snowboard terrain to suit all abilities.
The Snow Farm, Home of Cross Country Skiing. Snow Farm, is located in the heart of the South Island of New Zealand.
If you’re visiting Queenstown to ski or snowboard this winter, The Remarkables should be your first stop. It’s a gem - I’ve skied it many times, and it never disappoints.
New Zealand's most relaxed, uncrowded & unique ski experience. Invincible operate trips based on a group of 6 for 4 nights and 5 days.
Famous for all day sunshine, wide open uncrowded runs and friendly atmosphere. Spectacular views of Lake Tekapo, Mt Cook & beyond.
Hanmer Springs Ski Area is a popular ski resort located in Canterbury. Situated in the Amuri Range, about 17 kilometers from the town of Hanmer Springs.
Craigieburn Valley Ski Area is the only mountain in New Zealand to offer inbound tree skiing. The club's three high-capacity rope tows service two basins with vertical rise of 500m.
For the true ski explorers, Soho Basin combines the fun and adventure of an off-piste alpine experience with the ease and creature comforts of luxury ski resorts.
Broken River Ski Area is one of New Zealand’s unique Club fields, run and maintained by Broken River Ski Club members.
Tukino offers unique skiing and boarding experience on a friendly club operated skifield. Tukino offers you the chance to avoid the crowds of Whakapapa or Turoa.
Fox Peak pride itself in their off-piste trails with epic powder skiing and breathtaking views from all the main slopes.
Ōhau Snow Fields, Situated high above the beautiful Lake Ohau offers views up the valley to Aoraki/Mount Cook and spectacular Lake Ōhau.
Mount Lyford, one of the first lifted ski areas in New Zealand, and still family owned and operated. Approx 2 hours drive north of Christchurch
Treble Cone is famous for long groomed runs, legendary off-piste terrain and unrivalled views over Lake Wanaka and the Southern Alps.
New Zealand’s only indoor snow dome, just a 30 minute drive from the heart of Auckland.
Tūroa Ski Field, situated on the southwestern slopes of Mount Ruapehu in New Zealand, is a haven for winter sports enthusiasts seeking a thrilling alpine experience.
Rainbow Ski Area is a great all-around mountain with wide uncrowded slopes and well-groomed trails providing superb terrain for beginners and intermediates while advanced skiers can challenge themselves in the high powder runs and chutes.
