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2026 Winter Season Passes
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Keep coming home to the magic mountain.

Your Whakapapa Season Pass gives you unlimited lift access all season long. No blackout dates, just endless turns at Whakapapa. Buy online and collect your pass from our Click & Collect machines.

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Season Pass
Adult $499
Senior $399
Youth $249
Child $0
Super (75+) $0
Infant $0
A Season Pass gives you it all. Access to all facilities at Whakapapa and all the best Season Pass benefits, to use any day of the season we are open.
Includes:
4 Buddy Passes (excl. Child/Infant/Super) 10% off mountain perk, 2 x 50% private lessons. T&Cs apply
Valid:
Mon - Sun
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Platinum Parking Pass
All Ages $749
Upgrade your Season Pass with this premium add-on. Enjoy exclusive access to the best parking spot, with a guaranteed space always waiting for you. Limited quantity.
Includes:
Access to the platinum parking area beyond the barrier.
Not Included:
Lift Pass
Valid:
Mon - Sun
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Free Season Passes for 10 and unders

Whakapapa has long been the home of snow sports in Aotearoa New Zealand, inspiring generations to discover a lifelong love of skiing and snowboarding.

In 2026, we’re continuing our mission to make time on the maunga more accessible for young riders, with a free Season Pass for all children aged 10 and under. Claim your child’s free Season Pass on our website before 30 April 2026. After that, in-season pricing applies for Season and Day Passes. Free Child Passes do not include buddy passes.

2026 Season passes pricing table

Super Early Bird

Ends 14 Nov 2025

Early Bird

15 Nov 2025 – 30 Apr 2026

Final Release

From 1 May 2026
Adult 18–64 years
$499 SAVE $500
$699 SAVE $300
$999
Youth 11–17 years
$249 SAVE $250
$349 SAVE $150
$499
Child 5–10 year olds can claim a free season pass.
FREE Claim now
FREE
$499
Infant 0–4 years
FREE
FREE
FREE
Senior 65–74 years
$399 SAVE $200
$499 SAVE $100
$599
Super Senior 75+ years
FREE
FREE
FREE
Student Full-time tertiary
$499 SAVE $400
$499 SAVE $400
$899
Emergency Services ID required
$499 SAVE $400
$599 SAVE $300
$899
Platinum Parking Pass Access VIP exclusivity
$749 SAVE $250
$849 SAVE $150
$999
Parallel Pass 10 days across winter 2026 & 2027
Up to $899
Adult Weekday Season Pass for Mon - Fri use only
$499
$799
Super Early Bird Ends 14 Nov 2025
$499 SAVE $500
Early Bird 15 Nov 2025 – 30 Apr 2026
$699 SAVE $300
Final Release From 1 May 2026
$999
BUY ADULT SEASON PASS
Super Early Bird Ends 14 Nov 2025
$249 SAVE $250
Early Bird 15 Nov 2025 – 30 Apr 2026
$349 SAVE $150
Final Release From 1 May 2026
$499
BUY YOUTH SEASON PASS

Yes, kids really do ski for free. Just redeem the offer to secure your child’s season pass.

Super Early Bird Ends 14 Nov 2025
Free
Early Bird 15 Nov 2025 – 30 Apr 2026
Free
Final Release From 1 May 2026
$499
CLAIM FREE CHILD SEASON PASS
Super Early Bird Ends 14 Nov 2025
Free
Early Bird 15 Nov 2025 – 30 Apr 2026
Free
Final Release From 1 May 2026
Free
CLAIM FREE INFANT SEASON PASS
Super Early Bird Ends 14 Nov 2025
$399 SAVE $200
Early Bird 15 Nov 2025 – 30 Apr 2026
$499 SAVE $100
Final Release From 1 May 2026
$599
BUY SENIOR SEASON PASS
Super Early Bird Ends 14 Nov 2025
Free
Early Bird 15 Nov 2025 – 30 Apr 2026
Free
Final Release From 1 May 2026
Free
CLAIM FREE SUPER SENIOR SEASON PASS
Super Early Bird Ends 14 Nov 2025
$499 SAVE $400
Early Bird 15 Nov 2025 – 30 Apr 2026
$499 SAVE $400
Final Release From 1 May 2026
$899
BUY STUDENT SEASON PASS
Super Early Bird Ends 14 Nov 2025
$499 SAVE $400
Early Bird 15 Nov 2025 – 30 Apr 2026
$599 SAVE $300
Final Release From 1 May 2026
$899
BUY Emergency Services SEASON PASS
Super Early Bird Ends 14 Nov 2025
$749 SAVE $250
Early Bird 15 Nov 2025 – 30 Apr 2026
$849 SAVE $150
Final Release From 1 May 2026
$999
BUY Platinum Parking

2026 Season Pass FAQs

What are the age categories for your 2026 Season Passes?
What are the 2026 Season Pass perks?
Programmes

Level up with programmes designed for both adults and mini shredders. 5, 10, and 20-day options, across development and performance.

Coming Soon! NZ’s only Pass that spans two years

The Parallel Pass will offer ultimate flexibility with 10 days to use across the 2026 and 2027 winter seasons. Available 15 Nov 2025 – 30 Apr 2026 and upgradable from a Season Pass. Adult | $899, Youth | $599.

Terms and conditions

Read through the important terms and conditions relating to your choice of pass.