Beginner 10%
Intermediate 29%
Advanced 52%
Expert 10%
Overall Rating
4.3
From 5 Reviews
31
Total Runs
5249
Bottom Elevation
7618
Top Elevation
18.6
Skiable Terrain
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Whakapapa, situated on Mt. Ruapehu’s northwestern slopes, is New Zealand’s largest ski resort. It features a variety of terrain, from beginner-friendly Happy Valley to advanced steeps and chutes. The resort’s expansive slopes, modern facilities, and dramatic volcanic scenery attract skiers and snowboarders from all over. Whakapapa is also home to the Sky Waka gondola, providing spectacular views and access to high-altitude dining. Its combination of size, terrain diversity, and stunning landscapes make it a must-visit destination.
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Recent Reviews
Emma
intermediate skier ⛷️ 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Dec, 12 2025
Super family friendly ski field, gets very crowded at peak times, snow falls has been very average the last few years
Kayla
intermediate skier ⛷️
Feb, 7 2025
Great for families with the beginner slope (Happy Valley) for learning super friendly. Best in the middle of winter as snow fall is more guaranteed.
Emily Mills-Bignell
intermediate skier ⛷️
Jan, 14 2025
Only had a couple of days on our trip, but very much enjoyed this resort! Hadn't been images, everything was easy to.find hire book etc and very lovely experience
M Osama
beginner skier ⛷️
Dec, 27 2024
Really good experience... amazing views.. Nice slones.. facility were good as well. I would recommend
Zayde
advanced snowboarder 🏂
Dec, 15 2024
Really good freeride terrain. Really icy during the morning and mostly releases around 11-12am. But really fun playful runs. Recommend going to crater lake walk the plateau and come down into the back of knoll T bar.
Whakapapa Resort Stats
Ski Terrain
3Beginner Runs
9Intermediate Runs
16Advanced Runs
3Expert Runs
31Total Runs
1.5 kmLongest Run
18.6 kmSkiable Terrain
Elevation
7618 mTop
5249 mBottom
2369 mVertical Drop
Lifts
5Chairlifts
4Surface Lifts
Lift Pass Costs
NZ$599Season pass
Weather
78 cmAverage annual snowfall
Whakapapa Travel Information
Airports
90min drive100KMsTaupo Airport (TUO)
Train Stations
20min drive16KMsNational Park Station