It’s Not Too Late
Learn to Ski This Winter
LEARN TO SKI - PRE-SEASON OFFER
Book our Learn to Ski package online in May and save 50% on your first lesson package for the 2026 winter season.

Not too late to start. The perfect time, actually.

You don’t need to have it all figured out to start skiing or snowboarding. At Whakapapa, our Learn to Ski package gives first-timers everything they need in one simple booking, with expert instruction, rental equipment and lift access included.

This is the easiest way to begin your ski or snowboard journey and for a limited time, it’s available at half price when booked online in May 2026.

Book early. Save big. Start for half price.

Book early. Save big. Start for half price.

If learning to ski has been sitting on your winter bucket list, now’s the time to lock it in.

For the 2026 winter season, guests who purchase a Learn to Ski package online in May can access 50% savings across selected beginner lesson packages.

Pre-season offer pricing (1-31 May 2026):

• 1hr 50min lesson: from $84 youth / $99 adult (10am or 1:30pm)
• Full day lesson: from $99 youth / $114 adult (10am and 1:30pm)

Available to purchase online only in May for selected dates across the season. Blackout dates apply, including July school holidays and selected peak Saturdays.

A mountain for everyone

A mountain for everyone

Whakapapa’s Learn to Ski package is designed to make getting into snow sports feel achievable, affordable and fun for everyone. It’s ideal for:
• first-time skiers and snowboarders
• beginners wanting a structured introduction
• families looking for an easy first snow experience
• anyone who has always wanted to give it a go

This is your chance to start with confidence and enjoy a proper first day on the mountain, without the stress of organising everything separately.

Everything you need in one package

Everything you need in one package

Group lesson

A structured lesson led by professional instructors, designed specifically for first-time skiers and snowboarders.

Rental equipment

Skis, boots and poles or snowboard and boots, plus helmets available as standard.

Lift pass

Lift access for the day in our dedicated beginner area - Happy Valley and includes sightseeing on the Sky Waka gondola.

Learn to Ski FAQs

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