Coronet Peak - New Zealand

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New Zealand offers a different style of ski experience, you are accommodated in a town, typically Queenstown or Wanaka and travel by snow worthy vehicle to the surrounding ski fields. There’s plenty of other activities, quality restaurants and a lively nightlife in the towns, the views are spectacular and a cool Kiwi attitude make the experience unforgettable.read more...

 

Coronet Peak is located an easy 25 minute drive from Queenstown, it is currently the only ski field in this area with a fully surfaced access road. Coronet Peak is very family friendly and popular for freeriding skiers and boarders. The mountain is fairly exposed and extensive, offering 280 hectares of riding area and some of the longest runs found in this region. For those interested in freestyle trickery there only a few small hits, at Coronet it’s all about natural bowls, spines and gullies.

At a glance

Resort altitude 1187m - 1649m
Highest lift 1649m
Lowest lift 1187m
kms of piste 28km²
Black pistes 0%
Red pistes 30%
Blue pistes 45%
Green pistes 25%
Snow parks 1
Glacier No
Snowmaking No

  • Five to try

    • Try a Ferburger in Queenstown, no trip would be complete without one
    • A night out at the Red Rock in Wanaka - a fun and funky night
    • Take the Skyline Gondola and soak up the views, dine at the restaurant and top it all off with a ride on the 800m luge track.
    • Rafting in Queenstown, you arrive by helicopter over the scenes for the filming of Lrd of the Rings
    • Aspects Day Spa in Queenstown for a day of pampering and relaxation.

  • Planning your trip

    Choosing a resort for your New Zealand ski holiday should come down to which ski field you feel will offer what you are looking for. It is only a one hour drive between Wanaka and Queenstown so a visit to each ski field is possible on a weeks holiday but if you favour one particular ski field you will want to stay nearby.
     
    Once you have chosen accommodation, working out how you will travel to the ski fields is necessary. On a budget check out the dedicated hitching spots where your thumb will get you a ride to the snow. Hiring a car or having your own vehicle is the best option, preferably a 4x4 and remember to carry snow chains!

  • Where to stay

    Both Queenstown, Wanaka and smaller towns like Arrowtown and Hawea have a good selection of accommodation to suit differing budgets. Essentially if your on a shoestring check out the various backpacker hostels for the best price per night. There are lots of mid-range lodges, motels and serviced apartments to choose; self-catering is a fairly popular option. At the top end there are some quality hotels and fully catered, chalet-style lodges.

  • Food and drink

    There are enough restarants and varierty to please everybody.  Children are well catered for as well as vegetarians, with good price ranges so you can make sure you are all well fed and happy.
    Several restaurants do not serve alcohol or have a BYO (bring your own) policy, so check first if you are expecting a tipple with your meal.

  • Things to do

    There are plenty of things to do when you don't fancy skiing from Massage and spa days to skydiving...

  • On the piste

    Coronet Peak is located an easy 25 minute drive from Queenstown, it is currently the only ski field in this area with a fully surfaced access road. Coronet Peak is very family friendly and popular for freeriding skiers and boarders. The mountain is fairly exposed and extensive, offering 280 hectares of riding area and some of the longest runs found in this region. For those interested in freestyle trickery there only a few small hits, at Coronet it’s all about natural bowls, spines and gullies.

  • MadDogView

    Check out the ski fields before you decide where to stay to make sure you are nearest to the mountains that are best suited to your ability/group needs.