Ski & ride the largest ski area in the country, home to NZ's longest gondola Sky Waka. Many kiwis have discovered their love of snow here in Happy Valley and we can't wait to welcome you to the whānau.
The area of Mt Ruapehu on which Whakapapa is located is of particular significance to Ngati Tuwharetoa.
550 hectares of incredible terrain awaits you! Whakapapa is NZ's largest ski area & boasts the country's premier beginner facility Happy Valley along with vast intermediate and advanced trails. Explore everything from cruisy groomers to exhilarating chutes, bumps & drops, made all the more exciting by the natural volcanic terrain.
Beginner 30% | Intermediate 45%| Advanced 25%
Learn to ski & ride at NZ's best beginners' facility. A fully self-contained learners’ area, Happy Valley boasts a rental complex and ski school meeting area, while also being free of advanced skiers and snowboarders.
The slope is nice and long with a gentle gradient, allowing you to really get the hang of turning and stopping. Progress your skills and laps with the aid of happy Valley's covered carpet lifts.
