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Whakapapa ski area, Northern New Zealand
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| | This is an average size ski area with a more soaring than average vertical drop when compared to other New Zealand ski areas. The 2,229 feet of drop is in fact remarkable. This ski area has a much lower than average share of hard slopes and a much higher than average fraction of blue and green trails. The extraordinary 15 feet of yearly snowfall is one of the reasons this is such a good ski hill. This ski area has a good array of trails and a great selection of different ski lifts. This ski hill has 43 slopes that |
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you may ski on; there's a fine set to satisfy everyone. The marvelous mountain panorama of Northern New Zealand and the exceptionally nice runs are reason enough to come here to ski. Whakapapa gets snowfall close to the local average every snow season. There are
| | 21 good ski lifts here, and they are cool to get a ride with. With the skiing area being 1,359 acres being short of skiing area won’t happen. This is a family friendly ski area with lots of blue and green runs for novices. This ski area has a delightful diversity of runs; it's not possible to get bored here. A brilliant workout and getting out of the house for a while will make you glad you came. Please refer to the ski trail map of Whakapapa on this web page for information. Whether you're skiing or snowboarding, this | |
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is an area with loads of ski areas for that. The snowy highlands of Northern New Zealand are something you can’t pass up if you're into snowboarding or skiing.
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QUICK STATS
Elevation drop: 2,229 feet
Expert and advanced runs: 25 %
Intermediate runs: 50 %
Beginner runs: 25 %
Runs: 43
Lifts: 21
Annual snowfall: 15 feet
Skiing Area: 1,359 acres
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Whakapapa ski area Trail Map:
All trail maps supplied by W. Somboon, copyright ©.
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Skotel Alpine Resort, Whakapapa Village
2.3 miles away 
The Skotel is an alpine retreat, nestled in the tussock, on the edge of the Whakapapa Village in the heart of the Tongariro National Park. Skotel*s wood decor, friendly restaurant and bar, spa pools and lounge provide a comfortable base for all activities in the Tongariro National Park. Skotel has a wide range of accommodation from deluxe rooms, standard rooms and family chalets to a backpacker*s wing. Whether you are an avid skier or just love the mountains, the team at Skotel can give you a |
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Karaka Tree Motel, Taupo
46.2 miles away 
'Superbly Relaxing' - WITH A FRESH WATER PRIVATE MINERAL HOT SPA POOL IN EVERY ROOM!! You really do get it all at Karaka Tree - a Qualmark 4 star motel superbly presented and offering fantastic value for money, excellent customer service and spacious, comfortable rooms to suit everybody's needs. We are set in attractive grounds directly across the road from Lake Taupo with FREE car parking & we are the only motel in Taupo with geothermal mineral freshwater hot SPA pools in EVERY room. We have |
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Quest Taupo, Taupo
46.3 miles away
Quest Taupo is Taupos premiere luxury serviced Apartment and Motel accommodation provider- we are situated in a quiet location but within short walking distance to lake- restaurants and town centre. The property consists of 16 five star SUPERIOR 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and 16 STANDARD studio- 1- 2 and 3 bedroom apartments.Each SUPERIOR apartment is fully equipped with cooking and laundry facilities- private spas and king size beds and air conditioning. Each STANDARD apartment offers a spaciou |
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Clarion Suites Sacred Waters, Taupo
46.4 miles away
The Clarion Suites Sacred Waters represents a new era of Water edge inspiration apartment styled accommodation. Each apartment offers spacious living modern furnishings, full kitchen and laundry services, sky channels, a large plasma television, a spacious outdoor deck area and hot mineral pool. The facility also offers direct lake front access, secure car parking, a lap pool and gymnasium. Close to the Taupo township and many cafes bars and restaurant. Front Desk Hours: 8am-8pm. If arriving aft |
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Quality Inn Sails Taupo, Taupo
46.4 miles away
Quality Inn Sails Taupo, where paradise begins. A modern 4 and half star rated property located opposite of the main swimming beach on lake shore. Walk along the lake front to Taupos town centre and harbour, which boasts a wide variety of restaurants, cafes, shops and access to major attractions. There are stunning lake and mountain views from most of the apartments. The hotel is newly refurbished modern suites with great fittings, big TV, wireless internet, spa baths, private balconies, king an |
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Huka Lodge, Taupo
46.9 miles away
* All our suites overlook the Waikato River and are built among eight separate cottages. None of the suites are in the main building. * The main building consists of a main Lodge Room, which is used by guests as their living room. We entertain guests here for cocktails prior to dinner. * Dinner takes place in our main dining room where we serve a five course set menu dinner. This menu changes daily. Next to the main dining room is our library, which can be used as a separate dining room. |
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Copthorne Manuels, Taupo
46.9 miles away
Situated right on the shores of beautiful Lake Taupo, the Millennium Hotel & Resort Manuels offers guests luxury accommodations with magnificent views of the lake and mountains from the rooms, dining room and lounge bar. |
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Huka Lodge, Taupo
46.9 miles away
Huka Lodge started as a simple fishing lodge on the banks of the Waikato River some 60 years ago, attracting anglers from around the world. Today the now luxurious lodge lures anyone seeking one of the world's very best retreats. Set within 7 hectares of park-like grounds, Huka Lodge has 20 guest suites, each set privately in native bush, only metres from the river. The bedrooms are spacious and include a separate dressing room and bathroom. In the evening guests gather in the main Lodge Room wa |
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Lake Taupo Lodge, Taupo
46.9 miles away
About 2000 years ago, Lake Taupo was the scene of a cataclysmic volcanic eruption. From that ancient devastation has risen a verdant natural wonderland. At its heart stands Lake Taupo Lodge, situated above beautiful Acacia Bay amidst a hectare of mature park-like gardens where native tuis and bellbirds abound. This secluded lodge has four grand suites overlooking lake and mountains. The focus is on gracious living and personalized hospitality and cuisine. It is a relaxed atmosphere replete with |
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Chalet Eiger, Taupo
46.9 miles away
Enter the peaceful paradise of CHALET EIGER and leave the outside world behind... Situated above picturesque Acacia Bay on the shores of Lake Taupo, Central New Zealand, Chalet Eiger Luxury Lodge Accommodation is set in a tranquil environment with beautiful views over the lake to Mount Tauhara and Taupo town - perfectly situated for easy access to the many activities in the surrounding area. Hosts Hea Min and Emil Horvath-Gerber have created a truly exceptional and unforgettable stay in a pe |
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Bayview Wairakei Resort, Taupo
46.9 miles away
Since the late 1800s- people have come from all over the world to experience the beauty of Taupo- New Zealand and to stay at Wairakei Resort. For over a hundred years our guests have enjoyed Wairakei Resorts style- comfort- awe-inspiring scenery and the finest cuisine of the day.Today- Bayview Wairakei Resort is the largest international 4-star resort in the central North Island. Just 10 minutes north of the Lake Taupo township and surrounded by a wonderful variety of recreation and adventure ac |
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* Distances listed are direct linear distances, actual travel distance may be different.
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Turoa, Northern New Zealand
, 4 miles away
2384 vertical feet
24 runs - 10 lifts
25% Expert & Adv.
55% Intermediate
20% Beginner |
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Tukino Mountain, Northern New Zealand
, 6 miles away
793 vertical feet
7 runs - 3 lifts
5% Expert & Adv.
20% Intermediate
75% Beginner |
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