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Alpine Experiences

Ride two chairlifts over stunning volcanic terrain to an altitude of 2020 meters above sea level.  More Info >>

 

Crater Lake Walk

Walk through the dramatic volcanic alpine landscape headed for Mt Ruapehu's Crater Lake.

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Food & Shopping

Enjoy great on-mountain food & coffee.  See the range in our Vertical Retail Store

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how to get here!!

On State Highway 48 we are an easy 6km drive from Whakapapa Village on a well maintained sealed road suitable for camper vans.

 

Today's Report

Weather
Rain Rain

Summary Today we have a strong Northerly with heavy rain. Due to the poor weather, the Chairlift rides and Guided Walk are CLOSED for the day. However Lorenz's Bar & Cafe and the retail store Vertical @ Whakapapa are open from 8.30am.

Facilities
Chair LiftsClosed
Knoll Ridge CafeClosed
Retail Store & Lorenz's CafeOpen
Guided Crater WalksClosed

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Mt Ruapehu Northern slopes
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Te Heuheu Valley
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5 Day forecast
  • overcast Fri
  • partly-cloudy Sat
  • partly-cloudy Sun
  • partly-cloudy Mon
  • sunny Tue

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applications are now open!

Make sure you register your interest here for winter vacancies - you won't find a better place to work with a fun team and good times!

high flyer relocation at turoa is well underway!!

The High Flyer Chairlift relocation is well underway with contractors beginning work in early December.

Parts of some tower foundations have been poured and the new lift will be operational in its new location for the 2012 winter.  The planned opening date for Turoa is Saturday 16th June and Whakapapa a week later on Saturday 23rd June.

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Russian Standard Vodka

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