Whakapapa Ski Resort Guide
Whakapapa, New Zealand
Rated: 4/5 (from 4 ratings)
| Recommended For | Expert Skiers, Intermediates, Beginners and Snowboarders! |
|---|---|
| Highest Lift | 2,300m |
| Lowest Lift | 1,630m |
| Nearest Airports | Taupo and Wanganui |
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Whakapapa
The New Zealand ski resort of Whakapapa is at an altitude of 1,630m.
Summary
Whakapapa has direct access to 30 marked pistes, served by a total of 11 ski lifts.
With ski lifts as high as 2,300m, snow cover is generally reliable.
Skiing
There are a variety of pistes to suit all levels of skier ability, from Beginner to Expert.
Snowboarding
Whakapapa is highly rated by Snowboarders.
Snow and Weather
When will it snow in Whakapapa?
The next notable snow forecast is 20cm, expected on 27 September, with around 44cm forecast over the next 7 days.
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Snow this week
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Ski Area Stats
Whakapapa Ski Area
| Pistes Number of runs | 30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Ski Lifts Number of Lifts | 11 | |
Altitudes
Whakapapa Ski Area Heights
| Highest Lift | 2,300m |
|---|---|
| Lowest Piste | 1,630m |
| Max Vertical | 670m |
Ratings & Suitability
| Expert Skiers | |
|---|---|
| Intermediate Skiers | |
| Beginners | |
| Snowboarding |
Location and Map
Where is Whakapapa?
This ski resort is in Ruapehu, Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand.
Map
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How to get there
By Air
The nearest airport to Whakapapa is Taupo, 72 minutes drive away.
Wanganui, Rotorua, Palmerston North, Hamilton, Napier and New Plymouth airports are all within three hours drive.
Infrastructure
Ski Lift Capacity
There are 11 ski lifts.
Season Dates
When is Whakapapa open?
We don't currently have confirmed season dates, but hope to soon.
Open.
NOTE:- Ski area, lift and piste opening is subject to Current Snow Conditions.
COVID-19 / Coronavirus
We don't yet have specific details of the COVID-19 precautions being taken in Whakapapa, but they are likely to include most of the following :-
- Face masks required on lifts, and in shops.
- Social distancing in public areas.
- Reduced lift capacity.
- Extensive disinfection / sanitization.
French Ski Resort COVID-19 Measures describes further measures that may also be applied.
Visit the Whakapapa Tourist Office for the latest.
Talking about Whakapapa
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