Mt Olympus

Elevations

Top 1880m / Base 1430m

Address

1220 Harper Road
Lake Coleridge
Windwhistle, Selwyn
New Zealand

Hours

9am–4pm, daily during winter

About Mt Olympus

  Distance from Christchurch Airport: 125km, approximately 2.5 hours

Mt Olympus delivers an unforgettable experience. 

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.

Facilities

Stay on the Mountain

Enjoy the alpine environment and ski-in ski-out options at Top Hut. Fully catered for breakfast, lunch and dinner with a fully catered bar.

Pitch in and help the staff with chores while soaking up the atmosphere that’s world famous in the upper reaches of the Ryton Valley.

Sit back by the log fire or take a soak in the hot tub. 

The Bottom Hut located at the base of the My Olympus valley offers rustic, affordable, self-catered accommodation with bunk beds.

#SelwynNZ Adventures

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  • Photo from @selwyn.nz on Instagram on selwyn.nz at 11/21/24 at 3:54AM

    Win tickets to the Courtenay A&P Show! 🐎🐑 🚜

    Comment below what you're looking forward to the most at the show and go in the draw to win a double pass! Entries close 3pm tomorrow, Friday 21 November.

    From cute animals, vintage machinery, the grand parade and more, it's a fun day out for all ages!

    Look out for our Meet us in the Country colouring competition for the kids!

    For more event details visit: 👇
    https://selwyn.nz/events/listing/courtenay-show

  • Photo from @selwyn.nz on Instagram on selwyn.nz at 11/13/24 at 7:00AM

    Discover the beauty of Selwyn’s award-winning gardens this weekend at the Spring Garden Open Days. 🌷 🌳

    Visit an old quarry transformed into a stunning oasis of tranquility, a native plant arboretum, old roses, woodlands and gardens celebrating sculptures – there is a gorgeous garden for everyone to enjoy. 🌻

    📅 Thursday 14 – Sunday 17 November, 10am to 4pm

    👉 Find out more: https://selwyn.nz/spring/garden-open-days/

  • Photo from @selwyn.nz on Instagram on selwyn.nz at 11/6/24 at 7:00AM

    The Hororata Highland Games are on this Saturday!

    This Scottish festival with a Kiwi twist features traditional Scottish events such as caber tossing and tug-of-war, alongside great entertainment, and dancing.

    Book your tickets now!

    Find out more: 👇
    https://selwyn.nz/events/listing/hororata-highland-games

    @hororatagames #selwynnz #meetusinthecountry

  • Photo from @selwyn.nz on Instagram on selwyn.nz at 11/16/24 at 1:14AM

    Visited the Christchurch Show?

    Loved what you saw?

    Now come and see real country gardens at Meet us in the Country Spring Garden Open Days this weekend, 14 - 17 November.

    Grab your friends and head out to Selwyn and explore some of our gorgous gardens, with plantings and landscaping for everyone to enjoy.

    Casa Rossa - West Melton
    Tai Tapu Sculpture Garden - Tai Tapu
    Knockdolian - Darfield
    The Herbal Garden - West Melton
    Cedar Park - Rolleston
    Broadfield Gardens - Rolleston
    Ortel Garden - West Melton

    Check out https://selwyn.nz/spring/garden-open-days/
    to find out opening times and costs to visit each garden.

    Meet you in the garden!

    #MeetUsInTheCountry #selwynnz #selwyngardens #springgardens

  • Photo from @selwyn.nz on Instagram on selwyn.nz at 10/22/24 at 6:40AM

    Lock it in your calendar and get your tickets now for the Hororata Highland Games!

    A Scottish festival with a Kiwi twist, it features traditional Scottish events such as caber tossing and tug-of-war, plus rides, dancing, crafts, food stalls and more.

    📅 Saturday 9 November
    📍 Hororata Domain

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