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Next 10 weeksQuietest weeks ahead: 26 Oct, 2 Nov, 9 Nov
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Skiing in Whakapapa
Whakapapa is a mid-sized ski resort in Manawatu-Wanganui Region, New Zealand with 34 km of slopes and 13 lifts. By length of slopes it's the 2nd biggest in New Zealand. The skiing runs from 1,573 m up to 2,299 m, a vertical drop of 726 m.
The mapped slopes are 9% easy, 59% intermediate and 32% advanced. With few easy slopes, it suits skiers who already have some experience.
The nearest airport is Taupo Airport (TUO), about 75 km away in a straight line. The nearest major airport is Wellington International Airport (WLG), about 240 km away in a straight line. The drive can be much longer on mountain roads.
Questions about Whakapapa
How much snow does Whakapapa have?
Right now the weather models show 2 cm of snow on the ground, 7 cm new in the last 3 days and 0 cm forecast for the next 7 days. The resort's own report may differ, as these figures don't include snowmaking or grooming.
How big is Whakapapa?
Whakapapa has 34 km of slopes and 13 lifts.
How high is Whakapapa?
The skiing runs from 1,573 m up to 2,299 m, a vertical drop of 726 m.
Is Whakapapa good for beginners?
9% of the mapped slopes are easy. With few easy slopes, it suits skiers who already have some experience.
What is the nearest airport to Whakapapa?
The nearest airport is Taupo Airport (TUO), about 75 km away in a straight line. The nearest major airport is Wellington International Airport (WLG), about 240 km away in a straight line. The drive can be much longer on mountain roads.
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