2026 Package
Learn to ski this winter

New to snow? This is the easiest way in.

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 a beginner lesson, rental equipment and lift access included.

The complete beginner setup.

The complete beginner setup.

Get everything you need for your first day on snow in one easy booking while saving compared to individual pricing.
PACKAGE INCLUSIONS ADULT YOUTH
1hr 50min Group Lesson Upgrade to a Full Day for only $30 extra! $119 $119
Rental Equipment Skis/snowboard and boots to use all day $54 $49
All-Mountain Lift Pass Happy Valley access for the whole day plus sightseeing on the Sky Waka Gondola $159 $109
Total Individual Value $332 $277
PACKAGE PRICE $199 SAVE $133 $169 SAVE $108
Everything you need in one booking.

Everything you need in one booking.

Group Lesson

A structured and fun level 1 lesson, led by professional instructors, and designed specifically for first time skiers and snowboarders. Choose from either a 1hr and 50min Lesson or, for only an extra $30, a Full Day Lesson to take your riding further.

Rental Equipment

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

Lift Pass

Access for the day in our dedicated beginner area, Happy Valley, to practice your new skills. This pass can also be used, on the same day only, on the Sky Waka gondola for a scenic gondola ride subject to operation.

Learn to Ski
Full Day Lesson Adult $229
Single Lesson Adult $199
Full Day Lesson Youth $199
Full Day Lesson Child $199
Single Lesson Youth $169
Single Lesson Child $169
Everything you need to start skiing!
Includes:
Group skiing lesson, rental equipment, Lift Pass to Happy Valley and sightseeing on the Sky Waka gondola.
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Learn to Snowboard
Full Day Lesson Adult $229
Single Lesson Adult $199
Full Day Lesson Youth $199
Single Lesson Youth $169
Everything you need to start snowboarding!
Includes:
Group snowboard lesson, rental equipment, Lift Pass to Happy Valley and sightseeing on the Sky Waka gondola.
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A mountain for everyone.

A mountain for everyone.

Whakapapa’s Learn to Ski package is your chance to start with confidence and enjoy a proper first day on the mountain, without the stress of organising everything separately.

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

Got a question about learning to ski?

You can find more FAQs in our help centre.

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