10 Ski & Snowboard Areas in Canterbury Region That You Shouldn't Miss

March 11, 2022 Jana Sager

Christchurch, the Garden City, and the Canterbury region are the perfect destination for daredevils. From northern Kaikoura to Waimate in the south, Canterbury is an adventure sports paradise. Hangliding, helibiking, bungee jumping, snowboarding, jetboating, rafting and skydiving get the adrenaline going. Golfing, flightseeing, swimming with dolphins and soaking in thermal pools are more laid-back temptations. Christchurch, a city of parks and gardens, is the country’s third largest urban area.
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1. Ski The Tasman

81 Bowen Drive, Mt. Cook Village, Aoraki Mount Cook National Park (Te Wahipounamu) 7999 New Zealand +64 3-435 1834 [email protected] http://skithetasman.co.nz
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5.0 based on 9 reviews

Ski The Tasman

Ski The Tasman is an air-accessed adventure on to New Zealand’s longest glacier. Every fine winter day (July - September) Alpine Guides take small groups of skiers on this unique mountain journey. Operating only in Mount Cook National Park - there is nowhere else on Earth you can come on a daily ski plane-accessed ski day.If making turns amongst New Zealand's highest peaks isn’t enough, exploring incredible ice caves, seracs, and canyons makes Ski The Tasman truly unforgettable.

Reviewed By NeilLindyAnne - Christchurch, New Zealand

We had a spectacular day Skiing the Tasman Glacier with Alpine Guides on Aug 12th 2020 - The Walker Group ;-) . All 10 of us were blown away by the scale of the place. Our guide Lewis was great, very knowledgable about the mountains and the glacier. The weather could not have been better either. Didn't expect first tracks in very nice powder particularly on the 2nd run. Everyone should add this to their bucket list. You do not have to be an expert to ski this, intermediate skiers will handle it easily.

2. Black Diamond Safaris

Corner of Forest Drive and Main Street, Methven 7730 New Zealand +64 3-302 9696 [email protected] http://www.blackdiamondsafaris.co.nz/#!single-day-packages/c1z3i
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5.0 based on 8 reviews

Black Diamond Safaris

We are a locally owned and run ski guiding and transport company that take you to New Zealand's best kept skiing secret - The Canterbury Club Fields. A must visit for all enthusiastic skiers & snowboarders on their Kiwi Winter adventure.

3. Broken River Ski Area

Off State Highway 73 Craigieburn Forest Park, 7580 New Zealand +64 3-318 8713 [email protected] http://www.brokenriver.co.nz/
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Broken River Ski Area

4. Craigieburn Valley Ski Area

Off State Highway 73 Craigieburn Forest Park, 7580 New Zealand +64 3-318 8711 [email protected] http://craigieburn.co.nz/
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Craigieburn Valley Ski Area

5. High Peak Heliski

546 High Peak Road Darfield, Windwhistle 7572 New Zealand +64 3-318 6895 [email protected] http://www.highpeakheliski.com/
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5.0 based on 11 reviews

High Peak Heliski

High Peak Heliski is New Zealand's All-Inclusive Big-Mountain Heliski Experience. You arrive in Christchurch. We take care of everything else, including transfers, private lodging, activities and world-class heliskiing. It's that simple. The nature of heliskiing dictates that when it’s on, it’s the quick movers that get the goods. High Peak Heliski is designed to take the work out of arranging your trip by providing everything you need from the moment you land in Christchurch until we drop you back at the airport. All you need to do is book your flights, get yourself on that plane to Christchurch and we'll take it from there. We work exclusively with Methven Heliski, one of New Zealand's longest established big mountain heliski specialists, celebrating 30 years of operation in 2016. We operate every fine day between 01 July and 30 September every winter and outside these dates by arrangement.

6. Hanmer Springs Ski Area

Mt St Patrick, Just 20km From Hanmer Springs Village, Hanmer Springs New Zealand +64 274 341 806 http://www.skihanmer.co.nz
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4.5 based on 19 reviews

Hanmer Springs Ski Area

7. Temple Basin Ski Area

State Highway 73, Arthur's Pass National Park 8041 New Zealand +64 3-377 7788 [email protected] http://templebasin.co.nz
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

Temple Basin Ski Area

Temple Basin is an amazing ski area in the middle of New Zealand's Southern Alps, in Arthurs Pass National Park.It's Club-based which means it's all about fun and good times. International press has rated it one of the best snowboarding areas in the world. It's not for the faint hearted, because there is a hike up the hill but once there the accommodation is right beside the lifts

8. Mt Cheeseman Ski Area

73 Sh, Springfield 8154 New Zealand +64 3-318 8794 [email protected] http://www.mtcheeseman.co.nz
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4.5 based on 24 reviews

Mt Cheeseman Ski Area

Mt Cheeseman is a friendly ski area that promotes a fun, family environment in an alpine setting. Cheeseman is the just 90 minutes (99km) drive from Christchurch.The mountain has a sunny aspect with groomed runs and off-piste terrain catering for all abilities. We have two T-bar lifts that provide access to the whole mountain and a learners’ rope tow in a dedicated learners’ area.For adventurers looking for untracked trails and off-piste experiences, Mt Cockayne offers challenging skiing and fantastic views of the Craigieburn Range. Cheeseman has a range of services and facilities including two accommodation lodges.

9. Mount Dobson Ski Area

30 Alloway Street, Fairlie 7925 New Zealand +64 3-685 8039 [email protected] http://www.mtdobson.co.nz
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4.5 based on 45 reviews

Mount Dobson Ski Area

Station de ski Mt Dobson Nouvel Zealand Le plaisir de la glisse avec et des grands espaces. Une station magique à dimension humaine...

10. Porters Ski Area

State Highway 73 Porters Pass, Springfield 7681 New Zealand +64 3-318 4002 [email protected] http://www.skiporters.co.nz
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4.5 based on 39 reviews

Porters Ski Area

The closest ski area to Christchurch City, Porters is a family focused business with a complete range of ski and snowboard terrain to suit all abilities. It’s so easy to do – the closest ski area to Christchurch, an easy access road, fantastic learner slopes and a mountain of terrain for experts. Significant investment in snowmaking, snow-fencing and grooming helps ensure fantastic snow conditions.

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