Skiing & Snowboarding

Nestled beneath the spectacular Southern Alps of New Zealand, Omarama is an ideal base to enjoy the best skiing and snowboarding in New Zealand, when the region transforms into a winter playground during the cooler months.

The region plays host to three quintessentially Kiwi ski fields all within driving distance of Discovery Countrytime Hotel Omarama. Spectacular scenery, spacious runs and laid back, family-friendly vibes create the ultimate snow holiday.

Ohau Snow Fields
2024 Season: June – October
Located just 45 mins drive from Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel Omarama, Ōhau boasts stunning views up the valley of Aoraki/Mount Cook and over Lake Ōhau. The mountain caters for all abilities with wide flat slopes for intermediates to some more adventurous terrain at the top.
Powder snow, sunshine, friendly people and uncrowded slopes set Ōhau Snow Fields apart and the reason you’ll have some of the best winter fun around. Make sure to stop off at the popular lodge at the bottom – it’s Kiwi skiing at its best!

Mount Dobson Ski Field Area
2024 Season: Opens 1 June
Nestled in a sun-soaked basin that collects fantastic powder, Mt Dobson is located in New Zealand’s South Island and a hidden jewel on the alpine circuit. The big learner’s area and wide-open, uncrowded runs are a winter wonderland for first timers, families and school groups. And for the seasoned shredders, the huge skiable area, impressive elevations, and dry, fluffy snow are an experience to be remembered.

Roundhill Ski Area
2024 Season: 28 June – 15 September
Ski or Snowboard in the heart of the South Island of New Zealand. Roundhill is a fantastic family ski field with breathtaking views of Aoraki Mt Cook, the Southern Alps and Lake Tekapo. Roundhill is a place that friends and family meet to enjoy a relaxing day on the slopes.

Harris Mountains Heli-Ski
New Zealand’s most experienced heli-ski and heli-board company, Harris Mountains Heli-ski has an extensive variety of terrain to ski or board in Aoraki/Mount Cook. From first-time heli-skiers to those wanting to ski maximum vertical, their qualified and experienced guides will take you to terrain to suit your ability. Daily options include five and seven-run days and private heli-ski charters.

Ski the Tasman Glacier with Alpine Guides
Season: 1 July - 30 September (weather dependant)
An air-accessed glacier skiing package. If you can ski blue runs at a ski area (intermediate ability) you can ski the mighty Haupapa/Tasman Glacier. The rental ‘fat’ skis make off-piste easy, even in knee-deep powder snow. With Alpine Guides you’re in good hands. They have been guiding there year-round since 1966. They know the glacier better than anyone and also provide the region’s avalanche forecasting service. The standard Tasman Glacier skiing package includes the two longest ski runs in the Southern Hemisphere – from 8 to 10km long. Mountain flying experts, the Helicopter Line, provide all flights.

Discovery Countrytime Hotel Omarama is hibernating for the 2024 winter season but accommodation can be booked at our sister Distinction Heritage Gateway Hotel which remains open all year round.

Nestled beneath the spectacular Southern Alps of New Zealand, Omarama is an ideal base to enjoy the best skiing and snowboarding in New Zealand, when the Mackenzie Region transforms into a winter playground during the cooler months. The region plays host to three quintessentially Kiwi ski fields all within driving distance of Discovery Countrytime Hotel Omarama.

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