Many kiwis discovered their first love of snow at Whakapapa’s premier learner facility, Happy Valley, while more advanced skiers and riders hone their skills, exploring 550 hectares complete with cruisy groomers, exhilarating chutes, and remnants of old crater rims, on their descent from 2320m.
Terrain: Beginner 30%, Intermediate 45%, Advanced 25%
- 550 hectares within boundary
- 690m vertical descent
- 2320m highest lifted point
- Sky Waka gondola
- 4 x chairlifts
- 4 x magic carpets
- 4 x licenced cafes
- 2 x rental stores, retail and workshop