JUN — OCT 2026
Let the mountain work its magic
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NEW ZEALAND’S NORTH ISLAND SKI AREA

Explore the slopes in the heart of dual World Heritage Tongariro National Park. This iconic maunga delivers some of the country’s most exhilarating skiing and snowboarding across dramatic volcanic terrain.

Drop straight into your winter at Whakapapa.

Snowland in Happy Valley
Snowland in Happy Valley
EARLY SEASON SPECIAL

Tubing, sledding and snowplay now all in one open space with one ticket giving you access to all the ways to play.

Learn to Ski Package
Learn to Ski Package
50% DISCOUNT BEFORE 14 MAY

A lesson, rental equipment and lift access all in one simple booking to get you started skiing or snowboarding.

Season Passes
Season Passes
EARLY BIRD ENDS 17 MAY

Your ticket to the mountain, with day lift passes that give you access to open lifts and terrain for the day.

Skiing at Whakapapa

Our winter season runs from Kings Birthday Weekend in June through to Labour Weekend in October. June is focused on snowplay and sightseeing, while skiing and snowboarding kick off from 4 July 2026, with lifts and terrain opening progressively as conditions allow.

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New Zealand’s best place to learn on snow.

New Zealand’s best place to learn on snow.

Designed for all ages and abilities, our Snow School delivers friendly ski and snowboard lessons from Levels 1 to 5, offered in both private and group formats.

Learn in the purpose built Happy Valley beginner area, where gentle terrain and supportive instruction help build skills, confidence and enjoyment from your very first run.

What’s coming up on the maunga.

Opening Weekend
Opening Weekend
30TH MAY

Celebrate the start of winter with family friendly snow fun and mountain views.

NIPS
NIPS
30th AUG — 2nd SEPT

NZ’s premier primary and intermediate ski champs, giving young racers a fun, safe and supportive alpine racing experience.

adaptive festival
adaptive festival
11th — 13th SEPT

A celebration of inclusive snow sports where people of all abilities come together on the mountain.

Find the run calling your name.

The magic of this place is shaped by nature and time.

The magic of this place is shaped by nature and time.

Learn about Mt Ruapehu, its volcanic landscape and cultural significance, and how this place has shaped the experiences we share on the maunga today.