Highest lifted point: 1860m
Over 615ha of terrain across 5 basins
47 groomable runs
6 chairlifts, 3 carpets, 1 T-bar & 1 platter tow
5 terrain parks
Opening this winter 2025! Ski and ride 150ha brand new terrain in Cardrona’s Soho Basin.
June 14 – October 5
Lil'Bucks Park：Lil'Bucks is perfect for beginner and first-time park riders who want to try something new and progress their ski and snowboard skills. Antlers Alley：Progress to the big lines on Antlers Alley. This park is great for learning new tricks and building confidence. Stag Lane：Looking to mix things up on a variety of features? Stag Lane is a jibber's dream, where you’ll hit more features, faster. Big Bucks Park：Cardrona’s Big Bucks Park has a range of epic features for you to step up with the pros! Big Air：Cardrona’s Big Air has played a pivotal role in propelling snowboarding and skiing progression to new heights over the years. Pipes：We have two halfpipes at Cardrona, including Australasia's only full length 22ft Superpipe.
Cardrona isn't just New Zealand's most popular ski area - it’s NZ’s largest alpine playground. With five huge basins, wide-open trails, and the Southern Hemisphere's best terrain parks, there's space for everyone to play, from first-timers to World Cup athletes. And when winter turns to summer, the fun doesn't stop. Cardrona transforms into NZ's highest altitude mountain bike park, with epic trails, Australasia's only mountain carting, and hiking trails that show off the stunning mountain vistas.
Famous for: Cocktails and locally sourced food
Location: Upstairs above Base Café
Opening hours:10.30am-3.30pm.
Famous for: Asian-inspired deliciousness
Location: Upstairs from the Retail Store
Opening hours: 7.30am-4pm
Famous for: Fast, flavourful grab-and-go dining
Location: Captain's Basin - ski or ride in via Shaun's Way and Highway 89
Opening hours: 9.30am-3.30pm
Famous for: Delicious hot coffees,snacks, andice-cold tap beers
Location: By the Valley View carpark
Opening hours: 8am-3pm
Famous for: Pastries and mulled wine
Location: Base Area across the courtyard
Opening hours: 8am-4.30pm
Famous for: Daily 'mountain meals' that fuel you up
Location: Downstairs in the main Base Building
Opening hours: 8am - 4.30pm
Famous for: Delicious allergen-consciousoptions
Location: Downstairs between Base Café and rentals
Opening hours: 7.30am -4.30pm
Famous for: Mumm champagne on a beanbag
Location: Top of McDougall's Chondola
Opening hours: 10.30am-3.30pm
Famous for: Real fruit ice cream inspired by ourflamboyant friend Carol Little
Location: Cardrona Courtyard
Opening hours: 11am -4.20pm (weatherpermitting)
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Our full english-speaking guide and private transport on call 24/7 standby during your visit, fully tailored for your group.
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Price inclusive lift pass and gear hire, we offer ski gear postage direct to ski resorts.
Taste local specialties, visit exotic scenery, and feel the local culture and customs
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