You will view the largest crater lake on new zealands active mt ruapehu volcano. Ruapehu is a mountain created with skitouring in mind, with access, terrain and at times snow conditions that are hard to beat. Mt ruapehu lift pass can be redeemed at both north island ski fields. Apr 19, 2017 theres heaps to look forward to this winter at turoa. To see how much snow whakapapa got last ski season or any ski season dating back to 20092010, click the corresponding tab. Get in touch with us and get 50% of acc approved accidents at fox physio. The mt ruapehu volcano provides the countrys largest ski fields with two expansive resorts whakapapa on the northern side and turoa on the southern slopes. If youre in the southern lakes in spring with 50cm base if youre lucky and the rain comes its game over for the season. The ski season at whakapapa usually starts in late june and runs through the end of october. Learn about season passes and lift ticket offerings at whakapapa mt ruapehu, including discount lift tickets for youths, seniors, students, and kids as well as possible group discounts. Use the page to arrange trips up to the mighty ruapehu. Family friendly, skiin skiout accommodation on mt ruapehu.
Mt ruapehu general manager of people and performance andy hoyle, says there are many reasons that the time felt right to make the. Additional guests our chalet rates are limited to 12 guests however we can arrange further beds for up to 4 more people, however all additional guests beyond the 12. Camelbak ruapehu express mtb, trail runwalk event, mt ruapehu. Mt ruahpehu, whakapapa and turoa, have announced their 2020 season pass prices. Turoa provides these season pass prices directly to onthesnow or they are sourced from the ski areas website.
Mt ruapehu is celebrating the start of winter on friday june 1 tomorrow with free skiing and snowboarding at happy valley. The pass gives skiers and snowboarders unlimited access to upgraded mountain slopes for the upcoming 2002 season. In summer, ride the chairlift and gain access to a spectacular mt ruapehu walk up to the crater lake. Guests must lodge in panorama mountain resort accommodation for a minimum of 5nights. Ruapehu alpine lifts ceo, dave mazey says the forecast for the next week includes a low pressure system. In the summer ride the chairlifts up to the knoll ridge cafe to get quick access to several awesome walks on mt ruapehu.
Get the monthly weather forecast for mount ruapehu, manawatuwanganui, new zealand, including daily highlow, historical averages, to help you plan ahead. May 31, 2018 mt ruapehu is celebrating the start of winter on friday june 1 tomorrow with free skiing and snowboarding at happy valley. Mount ruapehu, manawatuwanganui, new zealand monthly. Our ski hire and snowboard hire caters for skiers and snowboarders visiting whakapapa and turoa ski areas.
Subscribe to our newsletter and be first to receive hot deals. Whakapapa ski resort resort and ski area overview onthesnow. A ruapehu season pass now buys skiers and snowboarders the chance to hit the slopes of the swiss alps. It is an active stratovolcano with a single vent and crater lake. Limited edition life pass returns to mt ruapehu scoop news. Mt ruapehu offers a seamless lift pass, which provides you with access to both whakapapa and turoa ski fields. We are just 10 minutes from the whakapapa car park and 50 minutes from the turoa ski field. Mt ruapehus october season pass sale is now on for the 2017 season. In addition to snow history, you can also view the mountains base depth by selecting it from the dropdown. These three volcanoes encompass tongariro national park new zealands first, and. With the largest lift accessed terrain, the highest lift in new zealand and the longest vertical descent in australasia, mt ruapehu provides more terrain, more choice and more freedom. If you hit the slopes four days or more during the season, a season pass offers you great value for money.
Mt ruapehu gets some of the biggest snowfalls of any field in new zealand, and therefore has the resilience to handle rain. To purchase a season pass or see the latest ski pass pricing info, visit the ski resorts website directly. News from ruapehu alpine lifts new management the past 12 months have been a busy time at ruapehu alpine lifts ral. Skifield shuttles we offer our own private shuttle service at a discounted rate of only. Mt ruapehu whakapapa lift ticket prices mt ruapehu whakapapa season pass prices current prices not available. The first dusting of snow on mt ruapehu for the 2016 skiing season.
These three volcanoes encompass tongariro national park new zealands first, and are also home to two commercial ski fields on ruapehu. Travel television new zealand entertainment tvnz 1. Click compare at the top left to see a season over season comparison of whakapapa snowfall. This content can be shared and edited for the purpose of promoting new zealand as. We dont just have one national park we have two of the best in new zealand, side by side. Passes must be worn by the pass holder at all times. Tukino offers discounts for club members, and ral season pass holders. Tukino is a club ski field, operated and maintained by club members, however it is still open to the public. Located on the vast volcanic central plateau, and inside the majestic dual world heritage site of tongariro national park, mt ruapehu is the undisputable winter playground of new zealands north island. Welcome to the official facebook page for the ruapehu region. Winter 2017 skiers flock to mt ruapehu for opening wednesday, june 7, 2017 its official, the new zealand ski season has launched with the opening of mt ruapehus happy valley ski area a month earlier than in 2016. A third, smaller field, tukino, is located on the eastern slope of mt ruapehu. Experiencing the thrill of skiing an active volcano is a must do if you are travelling to the north island of new zealand.
Ski biz is located just off state highway 4 in national park village, near the northern slopes of mt ruapehu. While they are mere remnants of their former ice age size, they still provide some of the best skiing terrain around. Mt ruapehu is new zealands highest volcano reaching 2797m which also makes it the highest mountain in the north island. Mt ruapehu is an active volcano and it errupted in 1995 and 1996, when people were skiing on it. Ruapehu alpine lifts ltd ral, which operates both whakapapa and turoa ski areas, now has a smokefree policy in all indoor and outdoor areas of both ski fields, just in time for the opening of the ski season. Whakapapa ski new zealand events and activities book.
Aug 11, 2016 another mint trip to mt ruapehu snowboarding and also climbed to the very top to see crater lake enjoy. It is also one of the worlds most active volcanoes. Purchase a 1 day, 3 day or 5 day mt ruapehu ski lift pass with access to. There are warnings all around the ski field to tell you where the lave will flow and where to get to if a lahar or lava flow is detected. Facilities cater to all abilities from beginner skiersnowboarder to advanced. Bryn harrison, 36, bought himself a life time ski pass for the mountain. That means a greater expanse of unspoilt nature and a greater range of ways to enjoy it throughout the year. Photos and information on mt ruapehu in new zealand. After a tough season in 2016, which followed a downward trend in total skier days at turoa and whakapapa, there are a whole bunch of positives that show things are on the improve, says ross. It is 23 kilometres 14 mi northeast of ohakune and 23 km 14 mi southwest of the southern shore of lake taupo, within tongariro national park. Mt ruapehu s october season pass sale is now on for the 2017 season. In some cases, ski resorts may be part of a multimountain ski pass, which will be indicated when those prices are displayed. Mt ruapehu receives overwhelming response on first day of season pass sale mt ruapehu 28 september 2017.
On the northwestern slopes of mt ruapehu, whakapapa is new zealands largest developed ski area and has every facility you could ask for including on a clear. Theres heaps to look forward to this winter at turoa. Mt ruapehu whakapapa lift ticket discounts, deals and specials. Ski or snowboard two of nzs largest ski areas, whakapapa and turoa all winter long for action packed family fun all year. Ride the countrys most advanced gondola, sky waka, high above the beautiful worldheritagelisted mountain area all year round. Click compare at the top left to see a seasonoverseason comparison of whakapapa snowfall. A new look ski season centred around a multi milliondollar upgrade has paid off in success for mt ruapehu. Jun 27, 2017 ruapehu is home to new zealands largest ski resort, incorporating two ski fields whakapapa and turoa. Ruapehu, on new zealands centre of north island, is defined by the three volcanoes that stand sentinel over a landscape of tussocked desert, rivers, lakes and thermal springs. Mt ruapehu opens for ski season on friday with free lift. Results camelbak ruapehu express mtb, trail runwalk. Buy a ruapehu 2018 season pass, ski the swiss alps nz herald. Mt ruapehu offers best season pass price in over a decade.
The walk up to skyline ridge is fairly short with big rewards. Turoa ski field on the north islands mt ruapehu is offering free skiing after. Mt ruapehu 2016 2016 season dates 9th july until 2nd october introduction. Mt ruapehu ski field in new zealand bans smoking snowsbest.
The dual mtb runwalk event will take place saturday 22 february. Mt ruapehu receives overwhelming response on first day of season pass sale mt ruapehu 28. The mt ruapehu crater lake has got to be one of the best one day hikes you can do. Mt ruapehu ski season still going strong into spring.
The ski field is operated by ruapehu ski lifts and a lift ticket also grants visitors access to neighboring resort turoa. The opening of the whakapapa and turoa ski areas have been delayed due to lack of snow fall, however weather permitting, beginner trails at both ski areas will be open in time for the school holidays. Winter 2017 skiers flock to mt ruapehu for opening. Ruapehu is home to new zealands largest ski resort, incorporating two ski fields whakapapa and turoa.
Mt ruapehu season pass holders are at a standoff with mother. Regrowth in the mt ruapehu snow business is not just perception its real, says ruapehu alpine lifts chief executive ross copland. Get discounts with your mt ruapehu season pass in 2020 enjoy a discount on day passes when you visit our friends in the south island. Whakapapa ski area is a great resort for families, beginners and the more adventurous skier or snowboarder. Ruapehu alpine lifts ral chief executive officer ross copland says,after the recent massive may snow dumps theres been lots of requests from the public around opening earlier than saturday. The region boasts the highest lift in new zealand and the longest vertical descent in australasia. Known for its stunning cross country terrain, the express has become a firm favourite with recreational runners, walkers and bikers who are dropped at remote start lines to journey their way back to the ohakune township. Season passes for mt ruapehu are now on sale, but only for four weeks. Ski field opening delayed as mt ruapehu awaits snow. Travel television new zealand entertainment tvnz 1, tvnz 2. With two ski fields to choose from turoa and whakapapa mt ruapehu boasts new zealands largest ski area. Athletes will be taught to trust the feelings they are given whilst pushing themselves to the limits to become the skier they aspire to be. Mt ruapehu has partnered with zermatt, one of the largest ski areas in the alps, to offer.
With a large focus on technical free skiing, athletes will learn to create these strong fundamentals and rapidly improve their ski racing. If you prefer to give us a call, click the link below. Day and season lift passes for tukino ski field, on mt ruapehu in new zealands north island. Ski field fun can cost big bucks unless you fork out first. High on mt ruapehu lie the only glaciers in the north island.