Which is bigger Turoa or Whakapapa?
Whakapapa is the biggest ski field in New Zealand. With a total of 44km of slopes, you get the most bang for your buck. Of the Mt Ruapehu ski fields, Whakapapa is the one closest to Auckland and Taupo while Turoa would be closer for skiers coming from Wellington.
Who owns Turoa ski field?
Ruapehu Alpine Lifts
Turoa has been owned by Ruapehu Alpine Lifts since 2000, which also owns the nearby Whakapapa skifield, also on Mt. Ruapehu. It is possible to traverse from one field to the other.
Is Turoa good for beginners?
Turoa Ski Resort is a great mountain to embark on your skiing or snowboarding journey. The well-protected “Alpine Meadow” adjacent to the base elevation car park is the ideal playground for beginners. It has just the right inclination to keep you moving and offers a nice stopping zone at the bottom.
Can you do a ski season in New Zealand?
When is the ski season in New Zealand The New Zealand ski season typically kicks off in the South Island from mid to late June and finishes in October. The North Island season starts and finishes a little later and it’s not unheard of for resorts like Turoa to stay open till November!
Who owns Whakapapa ski?
Ruapehu Alpine Lifts Limited
Whakapapa and Tūroa Ski Areas on Mt Ruapehu are operated by Ruapehu Alpine Lifts Limited (RAL), which also owns the assets of the two ski areas. RAL is a public unlisted company and has been since its incorporation in 1953.
Does it snow in National Park Village?
Temperature. Average temperatures in Tongariro National Park vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for most of the year with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year.
Who owns NZ ski fields?
Trojan Holdings Limited
NZSki is locally owned by Trojan Holdings Limited and is part of a wider business with a strong record of sustainable tourism development with operations also encompassing Aoraki / Mt Cook and the Milford and Routeburn tracks.
Who owns Ruapehu Alpine Lifts?
RAL
RAL – the company Whakapapa and Tūroa Ski Areas on Mt Ruapehu are operated by Ruapehu Alpine Lifts Limited (RAL), which also owns the assets of the two ski areas. RAL is a public unlisted company and has been since its incorporation in 1953.
Can you sled on Turoa?
Sledding is available at both Tūroa and Whakapapa. At Tūroa join us at Yeti’s Sliding Zone, while at Whakapapa zoom along in Happy Valley. Both ski areas have specially groomed sledding slopes, for you to slide your way to the bottom of a carpet lift, then ride back up – no walking involved!
Can you sled for free at Turoa?
You can pay for Mt Ruapehu’s Alpine Meadow purpose-built sledding area, which consists of sled rental and sled lift usage for $20 per hour. Otherwise, you can rent or bring your own sled to use ANYWHERE on the mountain, except for Alpine Meadow Sledding or ski runs, for FREE!
What is working a ski season like?
The best ski season job for skiing is at night or in the evening – bar or restaurant work. You can catch up on sleep when the season is over. Being a ski rep for a tour operator is the near-ideal way of getting time on the mountain, skiing with clients, and be on the customers’ side of the bar in the evening.