ON SALE NOW
2026 Winter Season Passes

Early Birds catch the biggest savings.

Lock in your 2026 Season Pass today to enjoy New Zealand’s best value on snow. With unlimited access, exclusive perks and a free season pass for kids 10 and under during the Early Bird sales, there’s never been a better time to plan your season and ride more for less.

2026 Season Passes

Super Early Bird

Ended on 14 Nov 2025

Early Bird

On Sale Now Until 17 May 2026

Final Release

From 18 May 2026
ANYTIME SEASON PASSES
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 FREE CLAIM NOW
$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
WEEKDAY ONLY SEASON PASSES
Adult 18–64 years
$499
$799
Youth 11–17 years
$299
$399
Child 5–10 years
$399
Emergency Services ID required
$399
$499
Other Options and Add Ons
Parallel Pass Adult 10 days across winter 2026 & 2027
$899
Parallel Pass Youth 10 days across winter 2026 & 2027
$599
Platinum Parking Pass Access VIP exclusivity
$749 SAVE $250 $849 SAVE $150
$999
Anytime Season Pass
Super Early Bird Ended 14 Nov 2025
$499
Early Bird Buy Now
$699
Final Release From 18 May 2026
$999
Weekday Season Pass For Monday to Friday use only
Early Bird Buy Now
$499
Final Release From 18 May 2026
$799
Parallel Pass 10 days across winter 2026 & 2027
Early Bird Buy Now
$899
Anytime Season Pass
Super Early Bird Ended 14 Nov 2025
$249
Early Bird Buy Now
$349
Final Release From 18 May 2026
$499
Weekday Season Pass For Monday to Friday use only
Early Bird Buy Now
$299
Final Release From 18 May 2026
$399
Parallel Pass 10 days across winter 2026 & 2027
Early Bird Buy Now
$599
Anytime Season Pass
Super Early Bird Ended 14 Nov 2025
FREE
Early Bird Claim Now
FREE
Final Release From 18 May 2026
$499
Weekday Season Pass For Monday to Friday use only
Final Release From 18 May 2026
$399
Anytime Season Pass
Super Early Bird Ended 14 Nov 2025
FREE
Early Bird Claim Now
FREE
Final Release From 18 May 2026
FREE
Anytime Season Pass
Super Early Bird Ended 14 Nov 2025
$399
Early Bird Buy Now
$499
Final Release From 18 May 2026
$599
Anytime Season Pass
Super Early Bird Ended 14 Nov 2025
FREE
Early Bird Claim Now
FREE
Final Release From 18 May 2026
FREE
Anytime Season Pass
Super Early Bird Ended 14 Nov 2025
$499
Early Bird Buy Now
$499
Final Release From 18 May 2026
$899
Anytime Season Pass
Super Early Bird Ended 14 Nov 2025
$499
Early Bird Buy Now
$599
Final Release From 18 May 2026
$899
Weekday Season Pass For Monday to Friday use only
Early Bird Buy Now
$399
Final Release From 18 May 2026
$499
Premium Add-On
Super Early Bird Ended 14 Nov 2025
$749
Early Bird Buy Now
$849
Final Release From 18 May 2026
$999
Buy now
Anytime Season Pass
Adult $699
Senior $499
Youth $349
Child $0
Super (75+) $0
Infant $0
A Season Pass gives you it all. Access to all ski and snowboard lift 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 on-mountain perks 2x50% private lessons T&Cs apply
Not Included:
Access to sledding area.
Valid:
Mon - Sun
Buy Pass
Weekday Season Pass
Adult $499
Senior $399
Youth $299
A Weekday Season Pass gives you access to all the facilities at Whakapapa, and all the Season Pass benefits you know and love, to use any weekday we are open during the season.
Includes:
4 Buddy Passes ,10% off on-mountain perks 2x50% private lessons T&Cs apply
Not Included:
Weekend access
Valid:
Mon - Fri
Buy Pass
Tertiary Student Season Pass
Student $499
A Student Season Pass gives you unlimited access to all ski and snowboard lift facilities at Whakapapa and all the best Season Pass benefits, to use any day of the season we are open.
Includes:
4 Buddy Passes ,10% off on-mountain perks 2x50% private lessons T&Cs apply.
Not Included:
Access to sledding area.
Valid:
Mon - Sun
BUY PASS
Emergency Services Anytime Season Pass
Adult $599
A discounted Anytime Season Pass for our guests who work in Emergency Services (Police, Fire, Ambulance) or work in the NZ Defence Force (NZ Airforce,NZ Army or NZ Navy). Proof of employment is required before first use. Access to all operational ski and snowboard lifts at Whakapapa. Valid any day of the 2026 winter season.
Includes:
4 Buddy Passes ,10% off on-mountain perks 2x50% private lessons T&Cs apply.
Not Included:
Access to sledding area.
Valid:
Mon - Sun
BUY PASS
Emergency Services Weekday Season Pass
Adult $399
A discounted Weekday Season Pass for our guests who work in Emergency Services (Police, Fire, Ambulance) or work in the NZ Defence Force (NZ Airforce,NZ Army or NZ Navy). Proof of employment is required before first use. Access to all operational ski and snowboard lifts at Whakapapa. Valid any day of the 2026 winter season.
Includes:
4 Buddy Passes ,10% off on-mountain perks 2x50% private lessons T&Cs apply.
Not Included:
Access to sledding area.
Valid:
Mon - Fri
BUY PASS
Platinum Parking Pass
All Ages $849
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
Buy Pass
2026 Season Pass Perks

2026 Season Pass Perks

We’re stoked to bring back some of the best perks for our Season Pass holders, both on and off-mountain. From exclusive savings to special offers with our partners, your Whakapapa pass gives you more ways to enjoy the magic.

On-Mountain 2026 Season Pass Perks
  • 'Unlimited' discounted day passes at Tūroa (Adult $75, Youth $50)
  • Priority queuing for skiers and snowboarders on the Sky Waka gondola
  • 10% off group lessons, retail, daily rentals and workshop services
  • Two 50% off private lesson vouchers
  • Four 50% off Buddy Passes for use on any Whakapapa Day Pass (excluding free passes; Super, Infant and Child)
Free Season Passes for the Next Gen
Free Season Passes for the Next Gen

Generations of Kiwi families have grown up riding the Magic Mountain. We’re proud to keep that tradition going with a free Season Pass for every child aged 10 and under during the Early Bird sales.

Introducing the Parallel Pass
Introducing the Parallel Pass
ON SALE NOW

Enjoy 10 flexible days to ski or ride across both the 2026 and 2027 winters (the first of its kind in NZ!) Available to purchase only until 17 May 2026 and upgradable from a Season Pass.

Name a Snow Gun
Name a Snow Gun
competition

All 2026 Season Pass holders can enter to name one of our snow guns and take home a Whakapapa prize pack! Ends Monday 18 May.