Skiing Wanaka
Skiing Wanaka and Snowboarding Wanaka, Lake Wanaka, New Zealand
Whether you are a skier, snowboarder, heli-skier, x-country skier, back country tourer or just looking for a relaxing and unique winter holiday, Wanaka will become your favourite destination.
Between them Cardrona and Treble Cone provide over 870 hectares of terrain; from gentle beginner slopes to broad, "feel good" and well-groomed runs, to awesome half-pipes, superb off-trail skiing and boarding, long powder runs and steep chutes. The fields are high and the snow is some of the most reliable in the country. Vertical offered is exceptional, from 390 - 888 metres.
On the opposite site of the Cardrona valley is an innovative new course gaining a reputation amongst snowboarders. Snowboarders should check out the Snowpark.
For the ultimate day out in the mountains check out the heliski or heliboarding options. Professionally guided helicopter access offers maximum time on the snow and almost unlimited access to the awesome terrain of New Zealand's Southern Alps. Be warned, it's addictive!
And for variety, try nordic/cross country skiing and enjoy a magical day at the Snow Farm, with over 40kms of pristine groomed trails to choose from and superb family facilities, cafe, restaurant, bar, nordic ski school and equipment hire.
One of the special things about Skiing Wanaka is the lack of crowds. Frustrating queues for lifts are the exception, not the norm. You can ski or snowboard without watching your back, choose your own route down the mountain without having to give way to a multitude of others. Enjoy a long lunch at one of the outdoor mountain cafes and revel in the scenery. The service is good and the atmosphere is laid-back and friendly.
Down To Basics
Wanaka is a fully developed winter resort with everything you need to become a confident and satisfied skier or boarder. Great gear shops with quality equipment and friendly advice, good deals on lift passes for multi-day users, families or first-timers, and some of the best instruction schools and guides in the country.
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Wanaka Winter |
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June/July
The fields open around 20th June. The snow is dry and the town is extremely busy over the school holiday period up until mid July.
August
The middle month, and the busiest. Reliable dry snow on a good base. Book well in advance.
September
Again, one of the most reliable months for snow and the month locals ski most! Longer days and often top to bottom cover on the fields. And no crowds. If you are a keen skier / boarder, this can be one of the best months to come.
October
The season ends, usually, in mid-October. Late September to mid-October is all about fun and relaxation, parties on the slopes, fancy dress, long lunches on the skifield balconies, and the snow is often softer and more forgiving.
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