Opening day for the winter 2026 season is scheduled for Jun 26, 2026 (subject to change). Lift Tickets at Porters will typically go on sale well before the start of the ski season.
Starting from NZ$59 • Peak rates NZ$1,199
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 Porters Alpine Resort, Canterbury's premier ski destination. Experience varied terrain from groomed runs to off-piste bowls, just 90 minutes from Christchurch with stunning Southern Alps views.
Full day skiing and snowboarding at Porters Alpine Resort for youth aged 11-17. Access Canterbury's diverse terrain with modern lifts and excellent facilities close to Christchurch.
Discounted full day access to Porters Alpine Resort for students with valid ID and seniors 65+. Enjoy Canterbury's spectacular mountain scenery and well-maintained slopes.
Free skiing for children 10 and under at Porters Alpine Resort! Kids ski free with excellent beginner terrain and family-friendly facilities in Canterbury's Southern Alps.
Complimentary skiing for seniors 75 and over at Porters Alpine Resort. Experience Canterbury's mountain paradise with free access to all lifts and terrain.
Afternoon skiing at Porters Alpine Resort from 12:30pm. Perfect for sleep-ins or half-day adventures with full mountain access in Canterbury's stunning alpine environment.
Afternoon pass for youth 11-17 at Porters Alpine Resort. Start your day at 12:30pm with access to all lifts and terrain in Canterbury's premier ski destination.
Perfect for first-time skiers at Porters Alpine Resort. Access to beginner lifts including carpet and platter lift with excellent learning terrain in Canterbury's mountains.
Beginner-friendly pass for youth 11-17 at Porters Alpine Resort. Learn to ski or snowboard on dedicated beginner lifts with professional instruction available.
Unlimited access all season long + exclusive benefits
Unlimited skiing all season at Porters Alpine Resort with exclusive member perks including 10% discounts on food, accommodation, retail, lessons and rentals. Free children's passes included.
Full season access to Porters Alpine Resort for youth 11-17. Includes all member benefits and discounts for Canterbury's premier ski destination.
Discounted season pass for students and seniors 65-74 at Porters Alpine Resort. Unlimited access with all member perks and benefits throughout the Canterbury ski season.
Adult day passes range from NZ$149 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 Porters. Check current conditions and live webcams before your visit.
"Lift tickets" and "ski passes" refer to the same thing at Porters - your access to the mountains lifts and trails. Whether you call it a Porters lift ticket or Porters 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 Porters 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 Porters.
Current Season
2026
Opening Day
6/26/2026
Closing Day
9/27/2026
Days Open
94
Metric
2.5m
250cm
Imperial
8.2ft
98in
