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Queenstown is home to New Zealand’s best ski fields. With four ski areas within easy access and offering quality snow and terrain for all levels of skiier and snowboarder, Queenstown is the ultimate ski holiday destination.
Located in the heart of the Southern Alps, Queenstown offers an unforgettable winter holiday experience. We have four world-class ski fields on our doorstep and a long ski season that runs from June through until October.
With direct flights from Australia and New Zealand’s main centres, getting to Queenstown is easy and you can be up the mountain or in our vibrant town centre in a matter of minutes.
Choose from a range of ski passes including single day, single ski area passes, to season passes allowing unlimited access to multiple Queenstown ski fields. Mountain transport is available daily and snowboard and ski gear can be hired downtown, on-mountain or delivered to your accommodation. For the ultimate convenience, choose a ski package which includes ski passes, gear hire, transport all in one!
Snow for All Abilities
A Beginner’s Guide to Skiing Queenstown
With not one but four world-class ski fields at its door, Queenstown is a winter paradise. Here is everything a novice needs to know, from where to...
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How to Plan a Fun Family Ski Holiday in Queenstown
Queenstown has all the ingredients for an unforgettable family holiday. Here are just some of the things to consider when planning your trip to make...
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Queenstown Ski Guide: Pro-Tips for Advanced Riders
The insider’s guide to Queenstown’s world-class ski areas. Catering to the most formidable skiers and snowboarders with the best freestyle, freeride,...
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How To Prepare For An EPIC Backcountry Skiing Experience In Queenstown
Dreaming of cutting new trails across perfectly untracked powder this winter? Or maybe you’ve reached a certain point in your skiing abilities and...
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Experience Queenstown in Winter
Our Mountains
Queenstown is home to New Zealand's best ski fields, all within short a drive from our vibrant town centre.
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Off-Mountain Adventures
Known as the home of adventure, there's activities for everyone from mild to wild.
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Relax and Rejuvenate
Ease those aching muscles after a day on the mountain, or just relax, unwind and treat yourself.
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Your Guide to the 2021 Queenstown Ski Season
With four ski fields, each opening from mid-late June, winter is the season that truly showcases what our epic town is all about - adventure, world-class ski resorts and an après scene that will have you coming back season after season. Here’s your guide to the 2021 ski season in Queenstown.
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Five Reasons Why Queenstown is an Epic Winter Holiday Destination
Whether you have an appetite for adventure, you’re in search of fresh powder and a few brews, or you just want to get away from the everyday, Queenstown in winter is unlike anywhere else in New Zealand.
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Why Queenstown is the Best Place to Ski in New Zealand
With four world-class ski fields, outstanding instructors, superb skiing and snowboarding facilities and good old Kiwi hospitality, Queenstown is the place to ski this winter. Here's just a few reasons why.
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Why Night Ski is One of Queenstown's Bucket List Activities
Amazing DJs, outdoor fires, fresh tracks, cold beer and hot pizza under the stars… it doesn’t get much more ultimate than spending a winter’s evening Night Skiing. Here are our reasons why Coronet Peak Night Ski must be added to your Queenstown winter bucket list.
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Five Day Queenstown Ski & Snowboard Itinerary
Queenstown’s 2021 ski season is set to be one to remember so we've put together the ultimate five day Queenstown itinerary to maximise your ski trip.
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Home of Big Country: Queenstown’s Ski Touring and Splitboarding
Seeking the best ski touring in New Zealand? Access a whole new world of challenging terrain, sunlit peaks and incredible descents in the home of big country: Queenstown.
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Après Ski: Ways to Relax After a Day on the Mountain
Cosy wine bars, friendly pubs, or buzzing nightclubs, Queenstown's après ski offering is the perfect end to a day on the slopes.
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