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Ski and ride New Zealand’s biggest ski resort

Experience Cardrona Alpine Resort NZ

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NZ's biggest ski resort

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Voted NZ's Best Ski Resort 2025

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World-class Snow Sports School

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The home of park and pipe action

Cardrona Lift Passes

Come along for the ride at New Zealand’s Biggest Alpine Playground.

Best Value

Drop 1 prices

Unlimited Season Pass

$ 1,429

$ 1,889

Save up to $460pp

  • Cardrona & Treble Cone winter pass

  • 1,000ha of skiable terrain

  • No blackout dates

  • Real Rewards benefits

  • Payment plan available

Drop 1 prices

Saver Season Pass

$ 1,029

$ 1,149

Save up to $120pp

  • Cardrona winter pass

  • 615ha across five basins

  • Blackout dates apply: 05 - 16 July, 2027

  • Our lowest-priced season pass

  • Payment plan available

Earlybird Pricing

Lift Pass

Summer Season Pass

$ 359

$ 419

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  • Unlimited access to Cardrona Bike Park

  • 345ha and two chairlifts

  • Ride all season (no blackout dates)

  • Beginner to advanced trails

Adult

Lift Pass

Mountain Carting

$ 175

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  • Australasia's only mountain carting

  • 2 hours of thrilling downhill fun

  • Trails specially designed for carting

  • As many uplifts as you can get

Lift Pass

Single Day MTB Pass

$ 99

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  • One full day of riding at Cardrona

  • 345ha and two chairlifts

  • Extended play on Fridays (ride until 8pm)

  • Beginner to advanced trails

Rental

Bike Rental

$ 174

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  • Enduro, downhill and ful suspension bikes available

  • Collect your bike on the mountain

  • Beginner to advanced trails

  • Includes a helmet and safety pads

"Epic day on the mountain!"

Epic day on the mountain! The best ski field in the area by far and is worth the longer drive from Queenstown.

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Have You Got Your Snow Gear?

Whether you need skis, a snowboard, a jacket or pants, we can get you mountain-ready from head to toe. Bundle to score a great deal with our lift pass and rental packages!

  • Quality standard rentals from a new on-mountain rental space.

  • Selection of premium rentals to improve performance on-snow.

  • Pick up rentals from our Queenstown or Wānaka locations to head straight onto snow.

Get Sorted For Your Trip

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Private Lessons

For the most flexibility, the best value, and the best way to learn to ski or snowboard, you can’t beat private lessons with our professional, certified Snow Sports School instructors.

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Getting Here

Make your travel easy, convenient, and sustainable by catching the free mountain road shuttles or our bookable bus services from nearby Queenstown and Wānaka.

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Childcare Centre

Cardrona Ski Kindy offers the perfect spot for your little ones to be well cared for while developing their snow skills. As you enjoy the slopes, you can relax knowing they’re safe.

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Private Lessons

For the most flexibility, the best value, and the best way to learn to ski or snowboard, you can’t beat private lessons with our professional, certified Snow Sports School instructors.

A group of skiers gathers beside a bus, preparing their gear near a ski rack, with golden fields and distant mountains under soft sunlight in the background.

Getting Here

Make your travel easy, convenient, and sustainable by catching the free mountain road shuttles or our bookable bus services from nearby Queenstown and Wānaka.

A childcare worker at Cardrona Ski Kindy engages with young children in a playful activity, using toy cones and snow, creating a fun and interactive environment for the kids.

Childcare Centre

Cardrona Ski Kindy offers the perfect spot for your little ones to be well cared for while developing their snow skills. As you enjoy the slopes, you can relax knowing they’re safe.

Cardrona Maps

Explore New Zealand's biggest ski resort, including the Soho Basin's playful terrain.

Fuelling Your Adventure

Cafés & Restaurants

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Noodle Bar

Famous for: Asian-inspired deliciousness

Location: Upstairs from the Retail Store

Opening hours: 7.30am - 4pm

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The Mezz

Famous for: Cocktails and locally sourced food

Location: Upstairs above Base Café

Opening hours: 8am - 4pm

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Captain's Pizzeria

Famous for: Fast, flavourful grab-and-go dining

Location: Captain's Basin - ski or ride in via Shaun's Way and Highway 89

Opening hours: 9.30am - 3.30pm

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Little Meg

Famous for: Delicious hot coffees, snacks, and ice-cold tap beers

Location: By the Valley View carpark

Opening hours: 8am - 3pm

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The Lounge

Famous for: Pastries and mulled wine

Location: Base Area across the courtyard

Opening hours: 8am - 4.30pm

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Base Café

Famous for: Daily 'mountain meals' that fuel you up

Location: Downstairs in the main Base Building

Opening hours: 8am - 4.30pm

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Base Bar

Famous for: Delicious allergen-conscious options

Location: Downstairs between Base Café and rentals

Opening hours: 7.30am - 4.30pm

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Vista Bar

Famous for: Mumm champagne on a beanbag

Location: Top of McDougall's Chondola

Opening hours: 10.30am - 3.30pm

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Carol’s

Famous for: Real fruit ice cream inspired by our flamboyant friend Carol Little

Location: Cardrona Courtyard

Opening hours: 11am - 4.20pm (weather permitting)

Cardrona Alpine Resort

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Frequently
Asked Questions

Cardrona is great for beginners, with a specialised beginners’ area, First Timer Packages, and welcoming instructors ready to help you with your first slides on snow. Cardrona also has great progressive terrain, so when you’ve completed your first day, upskilling is a breeze. 

Directions to Cardrona from Queenstown Airport: Drive towards Cromwell but turn off at Crown Range Road. You’ll drive up and over the range, before reaching the small village of Cardrona, featuring a historic hotel (pub) and quaint general store. Continue driving through Cardrona village centre before reaching the turnoff and signposted Cardrona Alpine Resort.

Cardrona and Treble Cone host a variety of events throughout the season, including ski and snowboard world cups, freeride events, terrain park jams, and fun family activities. Check the events calendar for the latest information and dates for both winter and summer seasons.

If you’re a confident skier or snowboarder, try our multi-day pass, which gives you access to both Cardrona and Treble Cone. You can choose up to 7 days and split your time between the two mountains however you like. If you’re new to snow sports, we recommend a First Timer Package at Cardrona, which is the best introduction to skiing or snowboarding.

Still not sure what pass is best for you? Read our guide to choosing a lift pass to help you decide and get the most out of your ski holiday!

You can contact our guest services team, who can defer your pass to our next open day or refund you if you can’t make the new date.  Contact us here.

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