Wellington Skiing, Snowboarding and Mount Ruapehu

(Wellington, North Island, New Zealand NZ)



Wellington Skiing and SnowboardingSkiing trips and excursions from Wellington have recently become increasingly popular during the winter months of June, July and August, particularly around Mount Ruapehu. Popular locations include many exceptional skiing resorts within easy reach of the New Zealand capital, such as Whakapapa, Turoa and other areas around Ohakune, on Mount Ruapehu, which are all located just over 300 km / 190 miles to the north of central Wellington.

Many of the skiing resorts close to Wellington are open from June to November and generally feature good facilities, with inexpensive ski fees. Cheap season passes are often available, together with affordable accommodation of various levels. Whakapapa, on the northern side of Mount Ruapehu, is one of New Zealand's largest winter resorts and Whakapapa features modern chairlifts, exciting ski runs and spectacular mountain views.


Wellington Skiing and SnowboardingThe Turoa Skifields can be found on the south-eastern side of Mount Ruapehu, within easy reach of the nearby skiing village of Ohakune. With regular snowfalls, high peaks and some of the best runs in the area, the Turoa Skifields regularly attract both locals and tourists from Wellington and throughout New Zealand's North Island. The Turoa Skifields are suitable for skiing, snowboarding and also feature numerous restaurants, cosy accommodation options and ski schools.

Winter in Wellington is actually summer in many other parts of the world, including Europe and America. The skiing resorts close by are always busy at this time of the year and it is advisable to plan any trip well in advance.

Wellington Skiing and SnowboardingSkiing on Mount Ruapehu, nearby Wellington, is a relatively short drive and the resorts on Mount Ruapehu can usually be reached in around four to five hours. Mount Ruapehu stretches along the North Island and includes a number of breathtaking mountains with excellent skiing and snowboarding facilities.

The resorts and destinations nearby Wellington are home to a good selection of hotels, providing inexpensive accommodation and lodging options. There are also several handy tourism outlets around Mount Ruapehu, offering the latest tourist information for the runs. Skiwear is readily available for both hire and purchase at resorts such as the Turoa Skifields and throughout Whakapapa, with plenty of rental shops stocking skis and related accessories, attractive snowboards, snowshoes, jackets and a range of smart goggles.

There are many different winter sports and other popular activities on offer at the resorts on New Zealand's Mount Ruapehu, including guided mountain tours, floodlit night skiing, fitness and sports centres, ski schools, mountaineering and walking / tramping trails. In the summer months of December, January and February, outdoor activities around Mount Ruapehu include local excursions, fishing, playground areas for children, cycling trails, swimming and a host of other exciting outdoor activities.