Opening day for the winter 2026 season is scheduled for Jun 27, 2026 (subject to change). Lift Tickets at Whakapapa will typically go on sale well before the start of the ski season.
Starting from NZ$35 • Peak rates NZ$95
Check current snow conditions before your visit
Save up to 20% on advance bookings
View snow forecast for the best powder days
Significant per-day savings for longer stays
15-25% cheaper than weekend rates
Full mountain access at Whakapapa, New Zealand's largest ski area on active volcano Mt Ruapehu. Experience 550 hectares of terrain, Sky Waka gondola access and spectacular Tongariro National Park views.
Full mountain access at Whakapapa for youth on Mt Ruapehu. Explore New Zealand's largest ski area with terrain parks, groomed runs and volcanic gullies in Tongariro National Park.
Full mountain access at Whakapapa for children under 10. Experience Mt Ruapehu's family-friendly terrain with Happy Valley beginners area and excellent learning facilities.
Senior discount for full mountain access at Whakapapa on Mt Ruapehu. Enjoy New Zealand's largest ski area with spectacular volcanic terrain and Sky Waka gondola access.
Children under 5 ski free at Whakapapa! Perfect introduction to skiing on Mt Ruapehu with dedicated Happy Valley beginners area and family-friendly atmosphere.
Free skiing for seniors 75 and over at Whakapapa! Complimentary access to New Zealand's largest ski area on spectacular Mt Ruapehu volcano.
Access to Happy Valley beginners area and Rangatira chairlift at Whakapapa. Perfect for progression skills on Mt Ruapehu with dedicated learning terrain and family facilities.
Lower mountain access for youth at Whakapapa including Happy Valley and Rangatira chairlift. Ideal for building confidence on Mt Ruapehu's excellent learning terrain.
Access to Happy Valley beginners area only at Whakapapa. Perfect for first-time skiers on Mt Ruapehu with magic carpets, gentle slopes and dedicated learning environment.
Happy Valley beginners area access for youth at Whakapapa. Learn to ski safely on Mt Ruapehu with magic carpets, gentle terrain and family-friendly atmosphere.
Sky Waka gondola sightseeing access at Whakapapa on Mt Ruapehu. Experience spectacular Tongariro National Park views from New Zealand's highest gondola with cafe access.
Dedicated sledding area access at Whakapapa with lift access and excellent family facilities. Perfect winter fun for all ages on Mt Ruapehu with rentals available.
Adult day passes range from NZ$95 depending on the date and advance booking.
Yes, you can purchase tickets directly from the resort website or at the resort ticket office.
Yes, multi-day packages typically offer significant savings compared to individual day passes. The per-day cost decreases with longer stays.
Full access to all lifts and trails at Whakapapa. Check current conditions and live webcams before your visit.
"Lift tickets" and "ski passes" refer to the same thing at Whakapapa - your access to the mountains lifts and trails. Whether you call it a Whakapapa lift ticket or Whakapapa ski pass, you are getting full mountain access for your chosen duration.
Purchase tickets at least 7 days in advance for the best rates. Check our snow forecast for optimal skiing conditions, and consider weekday visits for 15-25% savings over weekend rates.
Group discounts are typically available for parties of 10 or more. Contact Whakapapa directly for group booking information and rates.
Before purchasing, check our live snow report and mountain webcams to see current weather, snow conditions, and lift operations at Whakapapa.
Current Season
2026
Opening Day
6/27/2026
Closing Day
10/11/2026
Days Open
107
Metric
3.7m
370cm
Imperial
12.1ft
146in
