The largest ski area in New Zealand, Whakapapa sits on the slopes of Mt Ruapehu in the spectacular Tongariro National Park, and offers skiing and snowboarding for winter holiday makers of any ability, from complete beginners to seasoned experts!
Happily situated on the south-western slopes of Mt Ruapheu, Turoa boasts Australasia's longest vertical descent and New Zealand's highest chairlift. There truly is something for everyone here, come and see for yourself!
Getting There
Whakapapa
Turoa
Facilities
Whakapapa & Turoa
Whakapapa only: Happy Valley has an awesome sledding zone. One-hour passes can be purchased using the carpet lift so there's no walking involved.
Childcare
Whakapapa & Turoa
Neither ski field has any on-mountain childcare facilities, however, they operate a children's snow program for kids aged 3-12.
Lessons
Whakapapa
Home to Happy Valley a fully contained learners' area. There is a rental complex, ski school on site.
Turoa
There are private and group lessons for all ages and stages available.
Terrain
Whakapapa
550 hectares of skiing on a north-west aspect.
Turoa
Hosting NZ's highest chairlift Turoa is famous for natural features like its long halfpipe-like bowl and wide-open slopes.
Mountain Facts
Whakapapa
Turoa