Skiing & Snowboarding

Carve your way down an active volcano with Great North Tours, as we take you to the legendary slopes of Mt Ruapehu, home to the North Island’s premier ski fields. Whether you’re finding your feet at Whakapapa’s Happy Valley—the country's largest dedicated beginner area—or charging through the massive open basins and technical chutes of Tūroa, you’ll experience some of the longest ski seasons in the Southern Hemisphere. For a unique off-the-beaten-path adventure, visit the club-operated Tukino Ski Field on the eastern desert side, or ride the high-tech Sky Waka gondola for breathtaking views and dining at New Zealand's highest café. From crisp morning first tracks to lively après-ski in the mountain towns of Ohakune and National Park, a winter journey to the volcanic heart of the island offers an alpine experience like no other.