Known as the soul of New Zealand freeride skiing, the terrain is suited to intermediate to advanced skiers with mellow bowls and big mountain lines, entirely groomer free.
There’s a learner’s area but it requires an adventurous beginner to conquer the access rope tow.
The Top Hut offers ski-in, ski-out accommodation and is a popular place to stay with a lively and fun atmosphere. It’s fully catered and home of the famous Far Canal Bar and Mt O hot-tub.
Mt Olympus Ski Weeks are legendary and themed for all ages and stages.
The perfect mini break for two-night package, it's available all season.
Mt Olympus Ski Area is located in the Craigieburn Range, accessible from Lake Coleridge. The facilities include a new mountain lodge offering fully catered accommodation, and cafe and bar. Lift access is by way of four rope tows, and the terrain is liked by skiers and snowboarders with an adventurous spirit, wanting less crowded slopes compared to the larger commercial ski areas.
The best way to experience Mt Olympus is to stay in the lodge, with a 2-night stay, including accommodation, food and skiing.
High clearance 4WD is recommended for the access road. Please remember to carry chains.
Costs for two-night accommodation: Adult $370 / Student $258 / Junior (Under 18) $184
Costs for lift pass per day: Adult $110 / Student $60 / Junior (Under 18) $55
All packages include dinner, accommodation, breakfast, lunch (No lunch on arrival day, however you can pre-purchase when you book online), hot tub and good times! Ski pass not included.
What you Need to Bring
Mt Olympus Ski Area, located in the Craigieburn Range and accessed via Lake Coleridge, is renowned for its challenging natural terrain and off-piste skiing. Popular with adventurous skiers and snowboarders, it offers a unique alpine experience away from the crowds of larger commercial ski fields.
Facilities include a fully catered mountain lodge, café, and bar, while access to the slopes is provided by four rope tows
The best way to experience Mt Olympus is to stay in the lodge, with a 3 night stay, including accommodation, food and skiing.
Costs for: Adult $555 / Student $387 / Junior (Under 18) $272
Costs for lift pass per day: Adult $110 / Student $60 / Junior (Under 18) $55
High clearance 4WD is recommended for the access road. Always carry chains.
All packages include: Dinner, accommodation, breakfast, lunch (No lunch on arrival day, however you can pre-purchase when you book online), hot tub and good times! Ski pass not included.
Benefits of Staying
Spend a week nestled in the mountains steps from the snow. Each ski week has a specific theme for various age group/demographics so you can ski with like-minded people
A Ski In Ski Out Ski Week is a week of skiing with the family, perfect for first timers and the whole family, or the powder lovers timing a storm cycle perfectly.
5 Nights - Adult $925 / Student $645 / Junior (U18) $460
Lift Pass / day - Adult $110 / Student $60 / Junior (U18) $55
High clearance 4WD is recommended for the access road. Always carry chains.
All packages include: Dinner, accommodation, breakfast, lunch (No lunch on arrival day, however you can pre-purchase when you book online), hot tub and good times! Ski pass not included.
Ski Week Dates 2026
Mt Olympus Ski Area is located in the Craigieburn Range, accessible from Lake Coleridge. Lift access is by way of four rope tows, and the terrain is liked by skiers and snowboarders with an adventurous spirit, wanting less crowded slopes compared to the larger commercial ski areas.
The Alibi Conference is for 19+ age and is September 2-4th- set at a time when the season will be in full swing.
3 Nights - Adult $555 / Student $387 / Junior (U18) $272
Lift Pass / day - Adult $110 / Student $60 / Junior (U18) $55
High clearance 4WD is recommended for the access road. Always carry chains.
All packages include: Dinner, accommodation, breakfast, lunch (No lunch on arrival day, however you can pre-purchase when you book online), hot tub and good times! Ski pass not included.
Benefits of Staying
- Great way to get up and experience Mt Olympus
- Staying close to the snow for an all inclusive ski in ski out package.
- Bring friends up and enjoy the hospitality of Mt Olympus, the playground of the gods.
Gritt has run kids skiing and snowboarding camps since 2018, based in the Canterbury clubfields. The coaching team is world class, the camps are open access, and costs are minimised or waived to avoid pricing anyone out. These camps have reached kids who would otherwise be unsupported and grown the level of freeride in NZ, with kids qualifying and attending the Freeride Junior World Champs annually. The aim is an atmosphere that focuses on fun first, giving kids a smile on their face and new friends to ride with.
What to expect:
- 2 days of on snow coaching, with a range of world class coaches
- Small groups that run through skills including jumps and tricks, hitting cliffs, avalanche awareness, and choosing freeride lines. The focus will be on fun and getting in as much riding as possible.
- Staying at lodging on the mountain overnight
- Evening session covering athlete skills such as sponsorship, filming, and safety in the backcountry.
Cost: $250 for Gritt Camp + $92 for catered overnight accommodation (age U18) + lift tickets each day
Audience: Skiers and snowboarders aged roughly 12 – 20 who are interested in progressing their skiing and snowboarding, with a focus on freeride skills.
Date - 7-8th September
Start Each Day 9.00am. Finish 4.00pm + evening session on day 1
Registrations - required + book accommodation directly with Mt Olympus
Spring Thing is a week of skiing corn and enjoying the festivities of the evening activities, music, and good times. Spring Thing is set for 20-25th September, prime spring skiing time.
5 Nights - Adult $925 / Student $645 / Junior (U18) $460
3 Nights - Adult $555 / Student $387 / Junior (U18) $276
2 Nights - Adult $370.00 / Student $258.00 / Junior (U18) $184.00
Lift Pass / day - Adult $110 / Student $60 / Junior (U18) $55
High clearance 4WD is recommended for the access road. Always carry chains.
All packages include: Dinner, accommodation, breakfast, lunch (No lunch on arrival day, however you can pre-purchase when you book online), hot tub and good times! Ski pass not included.
What to Expect
- Great food and welcoming Ski club atmosphere.
- Lodge facilities that are modern and skiing from the door.
- Guidance with how to ride the rope tows and an opportunity to take on a ski lesson to improve your skiing.
Final Frontier is a week of skiing with the family, perfect for first timers and the whole family, including the real little ones! This package has three types: 5-night, 3-night and 2-night for you to choose.
The best way to experience Mt Olympus is to stay in the lodge, including accommodation, food and skiing. Final Frontier is the final week of the season, 4-9th October
5 Nights - Adult $925 / Student $645 / Junior (U18) $460
3 Nights - Adult $555 / Student $387 / Junior (U18) $276
2 Nights - Adult $370 / Student $258 / Junior (U18) $184
Lift Pass / day - Adult $110 / Student $60 / Junior (U18) $55
High clearance 4WD is recommended for the access road. Always carry chains.
All packages include: Dinner, accommodation, breakfast, lunch (No lunch on arrival day, however you can pre-purchase when you book online), hot tub and good times! Ski pass not included.