Temple Basin

Elevations

Top 1923m / Base 1380m

Address

State Highway 73
Selwyn, New Zealand

Hours

9am–4pm, daily during winter

About Temple Basin

  Distance from Christchurch Airport: 147km, approximately 2 hours to car park

Located in the heart of the Southern Alps in Arthur’s Pass National Park, Temple Basin offers a mountain experience like no other.

There’s no access road to tackle, instead you send your gear up on a goods lift and enjoy a stunning 40 minute hike to the base.

The rope tows access the surrounding peaks and the terrain is renowned as the home of extreme skiing in New Zealand.

There is plenty on offer for intermediate skiers and riders as well as the adventurous beginner.

With incredible mountain views in every direction, a ski-in ski-out lodge this is an ideal place to enjoy the alpine environment.

Facilities

Stay on the Mountain

Stay in the middle of the New Zealand's Southern Alps, surrounded by the beauty of Arthur’s Pass National Park. 

Facilities include bunk bed accommodation, lounge and seminar room, commercial kitchen, hot showers and drying room. 

Temple Basin Family Ski Week (6 nights, 7 days)

Ski Area Package

Temple’s ski and snowboard week packages (6 nights, 7 days) commence on Sunday and finish on the following Saturday each week.

Some are themed to suit certain age groups and all are fun and exciting. You can also stay longer or bring a large group of people to Temple Basin.

Temple Basin is open to kids and families throughout the winter season, you can ski and stay for the entire week or shorter if you wish.

Stay in the lodge with a fully catered experience including breakfast, lunches and dinner. The lodge has a large common dining area with a staffed bar and a separate lounge with table tennis for alternative indoor activities.

Cost for 6 Nights' Accommodation: Adult $671 / Student $603 / Under 18 $557 / Under 11 $360

Skiing - Lift Pass / Day $85

3 Day Midweek Adventure

Ski Area Package

Escape the crowds and adventure into the Main Divide for a three-day ski snowboard holiday, inclusive of two nights' accommodation.

Temple Basin is well off the beaten track and this package will get up into the mountains and be ready to ski and ride for three days.

It's a one hour walk up to the main lodge from the carpark, with your gear on the gears lift, take some ski poles and hike to the lodge. You’ll be welcomed with the excitement of the snow and terrain on offer.

This package offers: 2 nights' accommodation and all-inclusive food. Remember to bring your sleeping bag and clothing, including ski and snowboard gear.

Accommodation booking is essential. Cost for 2 nights: Adult $253 / Student $228 / Under 18 $210 / Under 11 $120

Ski - Lift Pass - $85 / day

Day passes from $85 per day or you can use the Chill Pass and/or Temple Basin Season Pass.

#SelwynNZ Adventures

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    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: 👇
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    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/

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    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

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  • 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
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    Knockdolian - Darfield
    The Herbal Garden - West Melton
    Cedar Park - Rolleston
    Broadfield Gardens - Rolleston
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    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!

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  • 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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