Coronet Peak is definitely the most visited as well as favorite ski resort in entire South island in New Zealand. The resort is located at easily accessible distance from the town of Queenstown. In fact, it is just located outside the town. In addition to all this, Coronet Peak boasts of something that other ski resorts can not, a draw card in the way of a sealed road leading up to the resort. The terrain . . . The terrain at Coronet peak is excellent, as it has terrific all round attributes. There are a whole range of slopes that are suited for beginners as well as more advanced skiers and snow boarders. There are a good number of long wide trails, for instance, the M1. The cruisers here, as well as the good standard of grooming have been felicitated by many excellent sources. The fall line  [...] 

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Lake Ohau is a glacial lake placed at the Mackenzie Basin in South Island in New Zealand. The lake gets its water from the Dobson and Hopkins Rivers. These rivers have their head waters in the Alps, in the Southern part. The Rivers have their out flow in the River Ohau, which itself gets its water from the waitaki River and the Hydroelectric project there. Ohau is a popular skiing area, and is visited by large numbers of skiers. Ohau is the the least in size among three lakes that are almost parallel to each other, nad flowing from the north to the south. The lakes run along the north tip of the Mackenzie Basin. The lakes are Ohau, Lake Pukaki and Lake Tekapo. The Ohau Lake extends for sixty s q kilo meters. The Ohau Ski field is in the vicinity of the south west shore of the lake Ohau. The  [...] 

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Roundhill Ski Field are definitely among the most popular extreme winter sport destinations in New Zealand. The ski field is situated just five to ten minutes or so from the Lake Tekapo town ship. It was set up in the year two thousand and one as a ski field especially reserved for the whole family, and as the locals describe it, “For Mum, Dad and the Kids”. Roundhill is primarily a ski field that is suitable for skill levels that range from beginner to novice to intermediate. The ski field has a difficulty distribution of 20%/80%/0%. There are two snow grooming machines that are used extensively to groom the pistes. The main run areas can be reached by a one kilo meter and two hundred meter long T Bar. But since 2010, there has been a rope tow named “The Heritage Express”, that has  [...] 

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Treble Cone is located in New Zealand. It offers a unique snow experience. Treble Cone is home to long, secluded slopes, fantastic off piste terrain, and views that are unparalleled. Treble Cone is an expansive mountain that features the tallest vertical rise in Southern Lakes. It has far-reaching boundaries that are spread over two mammoth basins. The terrain is looked after by nature. Pulsating undulating runs and fun gullies have been sculpted here. All snow lovers are welcomed at Treble Cone. The faces are friendly, and the service is top notch. Guests can take control and make their stay a memorable one. Treble Cone is a premier ski resort in New Zealand. It is famous for its stunning views of Wanaka Lake and diverse terrain. The powder days are legendary. Treble Cone has a powerful  [...] 

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Mount Ruapehu’s wonderful slopes rise sharply against the countryside in the midst of the North Island in New Zealand. The volcano is still an active one. Turoa ski resort is situated on the southern slopes of this volcano. Turoa boasts of the largest vertical drop among all skiing regions of Australasia. The terrain is expansive. The long runs are ideal for boarding and skiing. Turoa features speedy, open slopes that lead to tricky chutes and winding trails. Turoa offers plenty of thrills for everyone. Adventure seekers should explore the mammoth area of untracked snow. It is situated off trail. This includes the glacier at Mangaehuehu. Visitors can also indulge in a walk to crater lake. This may take an hour to explore. The views are stunning to say the least. It is always advisable to  [...] 

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Whakapapa is home to the most amazing snowboarding and skiing terrain in all of New Zealand. The region abounds in mammoth snow-filled basins, drop-offs, stashes of secret powder, and steep chutes. Whakapapa has something in it for everyone. It provides fantastic facilities for learners. Snowboarders can avail of spectacular terrain parks. Freeskiers of all levels can partake in the activities. Whakapapa offers the best skiing facilities in New Zealand. Since it joined with Turoa Ski Resort, Whakapapa has become the country’s largest area for skiing. The skiing region is an integral part of Tongariro National Park, which is the most ancient park of New Zealand. It is also a world heritage site. Whakapapa is run under a licence. The licence has been issued by the Department of Conservation.  [...] 

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Located in the center of the Southern Alps in New Zealand’s South Island, the Craigieburn Valley Ski Area is the skiing site for the intermediate and advanced skiers featuring a vertical range of 1308 to 1811 m, 600 hectares of skiable area, and 3 fast rope tows. With good ups and better downs, the area is adorned with the steep narrow chutes, wide powder bowls, less populated runs offering the grand view of the Craigieburn Range. As the terrain is more appropriate for the intermediate to advanced skier, a knowledgeable beginner with a firm approach will surely learn much only in a day at Craigieburn. Due to the mountain providing a few easily accessed skiing slopes in the world, many kids have bloomed with their skills on the snow speaks speaking tremendously. Craigieburn is much more than  [...] 

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Welcome to the site of wide open easy skiing for family! Nestled beautifully in the heart of the southern lakes district in South Island of New Zealand, Cardona is a ski resort with a clear natural setting and an encouraging environment for friends and family where they can be unfettered from the daily life stress. With its three basins boasting a variety of skiing and snowboarding claiming itself as cozy and welcoming, Cardrona is famous for its good amount of natural snow across its 320 skiing hectares of wide slopes. Located at a height of 1,670 m above the sea level, the ideal snow called as the ‘hero’ snow for its softness on the base is the major attraction that has pulled many families and skiers of all levels. The Cardrona Ski Resort, in fact, possesses some best and driest  [...] 

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