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BEGINNER |
25% |
Number of Lifts |
14 |
Highest Lifted Point |
2,300m |
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INTERMEDIATE |
50% |
Av Annual Snowfall |
400cm |
Vertical Drop |
675m |
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ADVANCED |
25% |
Snowmaking |
Yes |
Skiable Area |
1,360 acres | |
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WHAKAPAPA is located 6kms from the Whakapapa Village and is New Zealand’s largest developed ski area with 11 main lifts and 3 learners’ lifts. Intermediate skiers and snowboarders can roam over 30 groomed trails, while experts can explore the steep chutes and couloirs that the mountain is famous for. There is a halfpipe and a beginner to intermediate terrain park to keep boarders and free skiers entertained. The ski area has plenty of off-piste terrain, in particular the picturesque Far West area. An entirely separate beginner’s area in Happy Valley is an ideal, safe environment to learn to ski or snowboard. Children 4 years & under ski for FREE!
> Trail Map (PDF 1.06MB) |
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BEGINNER |
25% |
Number of Lifts |
8 |
Highest Lifted Point |
2,322m |
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INTERMEDIATE |
50% |
Av Annual Snowfall |
450cm |
Vertical Drop |
722m |
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ADVANCED |
25% |
Snowmaking |
Yes |
Skiable Area |
1,235 acres | |
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TUROA is located 17kms from Ohakune and is the highest ski area in New Zealand and has the biggest vertical drop (720m) of any ski area in Australasia. There are 6 main lifts and 2 beginner platter lifts. The resort covers 1,235 acres of expansive terrain with long runs and particularly good spring snow conditions. A well designed and maintained terrain park provides challenges for freestylers. A walk to the Crater Lake takes just over an hour and provides unbelievable views. Note Turoa is a south facing ski area and open to prevailing weather patterns.
Children 4 years & under ski for FREE!
> Trail Map (PDF 1.22MB) |
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