Craigieburn
Top 1860m / Base 1540m
State Highway 73
Selwyn, New Zealand
9am–4pm, daily during winter
About Craigieburn
Distance from Christchurch Airport: 106km, approximately 1.5 hours
Craigieburn is known for the epic range of terrain, quick tows, uncrowded runs and friendly club members.
The ski area straddles two distinct ridge lines and valleys. Whakamaru Day Lodge sits on a ridge overlooking Middle Basin and Hamilton Peak, providing possibly one of the finest views of any alpine building in New Zealand.
Getting there is straightforward with a 6km scenic drive after turning off from the highway that is usually suitable for a 2WD with chains.
The lodges Koroheke and Matuhi are nestled in the beech forest, the perfect setting to enjoy the famous Craigieburn hospitality.
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Stay on the Mountain
Craigieburn has two lodges – Koroheke and Matuhi nestled away just below the tree line.
Relax right beside the slopes with spectacular views across the valley.
Facilities include a licenced bar and chef's kitchen, drying room, lounge area and sleeping facilities. Accommodation includes dinner and breakfast.
Craigieburn operates completely independent of the electricity grid, working hard to conserve electricity and minimise their carbon footprint. Power is generated by diesel, hydro and solar energy and heated by a boiler.
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Ski Week at Craigieburn
Ski Area Package
Ski In - Ski Out Accommodation
A highlight of any visit to Craigieburn Valley is staying in one of the cosy alpine lodges and staying for 5 nights is the best way to be in on the action when a storm hits. A great atmosphere, good company, and warming winter fare will ensure your stay at Craigieburn will be one to remember.
As part of the true Craigieburn experience, guests pitch in with minor duties to keep the place ticking. You’ll have one duty a day, perhaps breakfast or dinner prep, some dishes or a bit of vacuuming. Duties don’t interfere with skiing time and are a fun way to help staff and get to know other guests.
The facilities include a licenced bar, chefs kitchen, showers, toilets, drying room, lounge area, sleeping facilities and spectacular views across the valley. Lunches can be purchased from the day lodge on the field, or bring your own lunch snacks.
Linen is an add-on so please bring sleeping bag.
Package Includes: 5 Nights Accommodation (includes dinner and breakfast) in a shared bunkroom, plus 5 lift tickets. Private rooms are available for an additional charge.
Cost - Adult $1,400 / Student $700 / Youth - Under 18 $700 / Child - Under 11 $475.00
The Overnighter - 2 Days, 1 Night Ski In Ski Out Accommodation
Ski Area Package
What better way to get a full couple of days skiing in than staying slopeside in a cozy, warm mountain lodge at the base of the ski area? Or thinking of trying to time a snow storm just right and wake up to fresh powder? Or just want to try the club field experience without committing to a full ski week?
Try the Overnighter package at Craigieburn, nestled in the heart of the Craigieburn mountain range- 1 night, 2 days. By staying overnight in one of Craigieburn’s two lodges, you will get a hearty dinner in the evening, a bed in a 6 bunk dorm (private room’s also available), and breakfast the next day. Lunch can be purchased from the day lodge.
As part of the true Craigieburn experience, guests pitch in with minor duties to keep the place ticking. You’ll have one duty a day, perhaps breakfast or dinner prep, some dishes or a bit of vacuuming. Duties don’t interfere with skiing time and are a fun way to help staff and get to know other guests.
What to Bring
- A sleeping bag and pillow case (or linen is available for $20 per bed per night, minimum charge three nights $60 please book in advance if possible)
- Toiletries and towel
- Casual evening clothes, outdoor/indoor footwear
- No need to bring beer or wine, extensive well priced bar on site. If you BYO your alcohol can only be consumed in the dining room area, not in our bar and we ask you to take your empties home.
- Easy bags for carrying up steps, backpack if possible.
Package Includes: One night accommodation (includes dinner and breakfast) in a shared bunk room, plus 2 lift tickets
Cost - Adult $400 / Student $215 / Youth - Under 18 $215 / Child - Under 11 $95
Midweek Escape - 3 Days, 2 Nights Ski In Ski Out Accommodation
Ski Area Package
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and avoid the weekend crowds by coming up to Craigieburn for a midweek escape- 3 days and 2 nights nestled in the heart of the Craigieburn Range.
The cosy Craigieburn alpine lodges are nestled in New Zealand's scenic native bush. There are no hotels, day spas or shopping here, just good quality slope-side accommodation with a great social atmosphere. At the end of a long day in the pow, hearty lodge meals are dished up alongside plenty of banter.
What to Bring
- A sleeping bag and pillow case (or linen is available for $20 per bed per night, minimum charge three nights $60 please book in advance if possible)
- Toiletries and towel
- Casual evening clothes, outdoor/indoor footwear
- No need to bring beer or wine, extensive well priced bar on site. If you BYO your alcohol can only be consumed in the dining room area, not in our bar and we ask you to take your empties home.
- Easy bags for carrying up steps, backpack if possible.
Package Includes: 2 Nights Accommodation (includes dinner and breakfast) in a shared bunkroom, plus 3 lift tickets. Private rooms are available for an additional charge.
Cost: Bed in Bunk Room: Adult $680 / Youth under 18 $370 / Student $370 / Child under 11 $190
