Ski New Zealand: 8 Day Snow Safari (Queenstown to Christchurch)
Overview
Highlights
- Experience New Zealand's finest snow fields at Mt Hutt, Ohau, Treble Cone, The Remarkables, Cardrona and Coronet Peak.
- This trip offers thrills for beginners and experts alike - just strap on your skis and let our expert crew point you in the right direction.
- Enjoy the benefit of local knowledge as our experienced crew show you the best runs and powder stashes across six different mountains.
- Spend a night under a carpet of stars in the world's largest International Dark Sky Reserve.
- Rest your legs and enjoy New Zealand away from the snow at the adventure playgrounds of Wanaka and Queenstown.
- Everything is arranged for you, from transport to hiring snow equipment and clothes – all you have to do is choose your favourite slopes and hit the snow.
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Trip includes
- Day lift pass - The Remarkables
- Day lift pass - Coronet Peak
- Day lift pass - Cardrona
- Day lift pass - Treble Cone
- Day lift pass - Ohau
- Day lift pass - Mt Hutt
Itinerary
Kia ora and welcome to Queenstown, the ‘adventure capital of the world’ and gateway to New Zealand’s awe-inspiring Southern Alps. Meet up with your local leader and fellow travellers at 6pm this evening to find out about what lies ahead on your epic snow journey. The rest of the evening is yours to enjoy.
Start the day early at 6am, pick up your hire gear then transport to one of New Zealand’s finest ski fields. Picture wide open trails, powder snow, spectacular views, sun-drenched terrain and unforgettable runs and you’ve got The Remarkables. Set in a vast natural amp...
Coronet Peak is the oldest and most developed ski area in the South Island, with an astounding variety of runs and on-field facilities that are some of the finest in the region. Everything is designed to ensure you make the most of skiing and boarding, whatever your l...
After three days on the slopes, it’s time to rest your legs and experience everything Queenstown has to offer. From a relaxing cruise on Lake Whakatipu, Lord of the Rings tour, or winery visit at nearby Gibbston, to a leisurely bike ride along the (mostly flat) Queens...
Leave Queenstown behind and drive north towards Wanaka, but not without stopping for a full day at Cardrona Alpine Resort, renowned among skiers and boarders for inspiring terrain and dry natural snow. Blessed with ‘New Zealand’s most reliable snow’, it's one of the t...
Start the day early with a short drive to Treble Cone in the heart of the Southern Alps, home to the highest lift-accessed terrain, longest groomed intermediate runs, and highest vertical drop on the South Island. This is also the South Island’s largest ski area with ...
Start the day with an early morning drive (approximately 2hrs) to nearby Ohau, a remote ski field that can be found midway between Christchurch and Queenstown. While the drive is stunning as you take in views of the aquamarine Lake Pukaki and beautiful Mackenzie Basin...
Enjoy a hearty breakfast and one final early morning start with a drive (approximately 2.5hrs) across the Canterbury Plains to the incomparable Mount Hutt Ski Area, Voted New Zealand's Best Ski Resort six years in a row. Located high in the Southern Alps, Mt Hutt rece...
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