Centrally located in the North Island, Whakapapa Ski Area is the best place to spend your winter snow holiday.
Whether you are interesting skiing or snowboarding, or perhaps just some fun in the snow sledding, Whakapapa has an option for all of the family.
Happy Valley
Whakapapa is home to Happy Valley, NZs premier beginner ski and snowboarding area. It offers gentle slopes for beginners to learn at their pace or join a lesson with the epic instructors at Snow School.
Sitting alongside Happy Valley ski area is a dedicated sledding area where kids, both young and young at heart, will have a great time sliding on the snow in a sled.
Intermediate and Advanced Riding
Explore 550 hectares compete with cruisy groomers and advances free ride terrain with natural features like bowls wind lips, cliffs, and shoots.
Sky Waka gondola
New Zealand's most unique and longest gondola, the Sky Waka gondola is perfect for people who want to experience all of what winter has to offer, but without needing to get on skis. Enjoy the breathtaking views on the 1.8km long journey.
Knoll Ridge Chalet - New Zealand Highest Cafe
Situated at 2,020m above sea level, Knoll Ridge Chalet is New Zealand's highest year-round eatery. Here you will find great coffee, tasty treats and incredible views overlooking the Pinnacles and out over the Central Plateau.
