3-Day Mt Ruapehu Midweek Snow Getaway from Auckland

Experience the ultimate winter midweek getaway. Your tour will depart the bustling city of Auckland and head to the picturesque snow capped Mt Ruapehu, located four hours south of Auckland in the North Island. Mt Ruapehu comes to life when the fluffy white stuff falls, opening up an adventurous wonderland for skiers and snowboarders.

Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and explore the best of the North Islands' skiing fields. Your tour caters for beginners who would like to experience a new adventure sport through to the advanced who are always looking for a new challenge.

A midweek getaway enables you to have two full days to either snowboard or ski. Our skiing and snowboarding trips take in the thrill of Turoa and Whakapapa's stunning ski fields and lets you explore New Zealand's largest commercial ski areas day. After a long day out on the slopes experience Ohakune's party scene at night

Accommodation: Your three nights accommodation is dormitory style at a comfortable ski chalet in Ohakune. It is located 500 meters from the Powder Keg, restaurants and bars. Please note the accommodation is subject to change.

Schedule details

Departure Dates:

Select a month to view a calendar of availability and departure details.

Departure Point:

Tour departs from most Auckland hotels

Departure Time:

• 5:30pm

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.

Return Details:

Tour concludes at original point of departure at 10:00pm on Thursday

Pricing information

Click the link below to check pricing & availability on your preferred travel date. Our pricing is constantly updated to ensure you always receive the lowest price possible.

Additional information

Inclusions:

• Hotel pick up and drop off from Auckland
• 3-nights in a ski chalet (dormitory style quad share)
• Transportation by air-conditioned mini bus
• Cooked breakfast on Saturday and Sunday
• 3-course dinner on Saturday night
• Mountain Shuttle to Turoa or Whakapapa Ski fields
• GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Exclusions:

• Lift Tickets
• Clothing Hire
• Ski Instruction
• Ski or Snowboard Hire
• Alcoholic drinks
• Lunch

You will be required to pay the operator directly on the tour for and lift passes and equipment hire. Below prices are a guide only.

• All day lift pass: NZD$83
• Afternoon pass: NZD$52
• Ski equipment hire: Full day ski, boots and poles NZD$45
• Packages - All day lift pass, ski, boots, poles: NZD$113
• Packages - All day lift pass, board, boots: NZD$123
• Lessons - ski 1st lesson, beginners area lift pass: NZD$85
• Lessons - snowboarding 1st lesson, beginners area lift pass: NZD$90

Additional Information:

• Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
• Not wheelchair accessible
• A maximum of 18 people per tour group
• Adult pricing applies to all travelers

What to Bring:

• Warm clothes
• Snow jacket and pants (can be hired)
• Snowboard and ski equipment (can be hired)
• Warm, waterproof gloves
• Thick, warm socks
• Beanie
• Sunscreen and lip balm
• Goggles and / or sun glasses
• Swimming costume and towel (for hot pools)
• Sleeping bag (If you have one, otherwise linen is provided)

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.