We have six unique ski areas with fantastic uncrowded terrain and genuine hospitality. Porters, Cheeseman, Broken River, Craigieburn Valley, Mt Olympus and Temple Basin are all within a two hour drive from Christchurch in the heart of the Southern Alps.
Enjoy the social vibe of the on-mountain cafes, day lodges and overnight accommodation. Improve your skills with the professional snow schools and discover the many quirky features of the clubbies.
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The closest on-snow experience to Christchurch, Porters has something for everyone! Fantastic learner slopes, licenced cafe, dedicated snow play area, comfortable accommodation with restaurant and bar at Porters Lodge, short access road and a mountain of terrain for experts.
Learn moreBroken River boasts some of New Zealand’s best off-piste, soft-snow skiing and snowboarding and is known for its friendly vibe. Accessed by a quirky alpine rail through the beech forest, there’s fantastic terrain for all levels, on-mountain accommodation and uncrowded powder basins and chutes.
Learn moreIf you're an advanced or expert rider then Craigieburn is your holy grail! Steep narrow chutes, wide open powder bowls, uncrowded runs or just a place to take it easy in the awesome vista of the Craigieburn Ranges.
Learn moreTemple Basin is a ski area like no other. Renowned in New Zealand as the home of extreme skiing and snowboarding, here you’ll find solitude with all the comforts of home. There’s a hike from the highway to the ski area base with comfortable lodging and stunning views in every direction.
Learn moreA globally unique snowsports destination that demands an adventurous heart, Mt Olympus delivers an unforgettable experience. This is the soul of freeride skiing in New Zealand. The ski weeks here are legendary as is the access road and terrain!
Learn moreCheeseman has a distinctive family friendly atmosphere, diverse terrain for all abilities and loads of great facilities. There’s a sunny day lodge with a large wrap around deck; the licenced Cockayne Café, gear hire and fantastic accommodation in Snowline and Forest Lodges.
Learn moreBroken River
Broken River
Broken River
Broken River
Broken River
Broken River
Cheeseman
Cheeseman
Cheeseman
Cheeseman
Cheeseman
Cheeseman
Cheeseman
Cheeseman
Mt Olympus
Mt Olympus
Mt Olympus
Mt Olympus
Mt Olympus
Mt Olympus
Mt Olympus
Mt Olympus
Mt Olympus
Mt Olympus
Porters
Porters
Temple Basin
Temple Basin
Temple Basin
Temple Basin