Opening day for the winter 2026 season is scheduled for Aug 8, 2026 (subject to change). Lift Tickets at Mt Cheeseman will typically go on sale well before the start of the ski season.
Starting from NZ$79 • Peak rates NZ$1,295
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
Daily access to Mt Cheeseman ski area for non-members. Experience Canterbury's sunny club field with two T-bar lifts and learners' rope tow. Easy access with drop-off right at the Day Lodge, just 20 meters from lifts. Children under 10 ski free.
Free skiing for children under 10 years at Mt Cheeseman. Young children ski free with paying adult, providing excellent family value at Canterbury's most accessible club field with dedicated learners' area.
Unlimited access all season long + exclusive benefits
Access Mt Cheeseman through the Chill Season Pass, New Zealand's ultimate multi-mountain pass. Mt Cheeseman offers sunny slopes with T-bar lifts, ski-in ski-out accommodation, and family-friendly atmosphere just 90 minutes from Christchurch. Features groomed runs and off-piste terrain for all abilities.
Adult day passes range from NZ$900 - NZ$1,200 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 Mt Cheeseman. Check current conditions and live webcams before your visit.
"Lift tickets" and "ski passes" refer to the same thing at Mt Cheeseman - your access to the mountains lifts and trails. Whether you call it a Mt Cheeseman lift ticket or Mt Cheeseman 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 Mt Cheeseman 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 Mt Cheeseman.
Current Season
2026
Opening Day
8/8/2026
Closing Day
9/20/2026
Days Open
44
Metric
3m
300cm
Imperial
9.8ft
118in
