Date: January 31st, 2018
Now you’ve arrived in Queenstown you’ll need to know how to get to The Remarkables Ski field.
The Remarkables ski field is about 45 mins drive from central Queenstown, heading through town into Frankton then up the Remarkables to the Ski Field.
Info&snow travel dailies to The Remarkables every day. We offer 25 different pick-up locations from within Central Queenstown, with our furthest pick up being in Fernhill. Our pick up locations are either in front of the hotel/hostel receptions or at a bus stop near the accommodation.
Our bus will get you to the Ski field before 9 am for when the lifts have opened. To book and to check your exact pick-up time and location from your accommodation please refer to our Ski Bus Transport Page or call our shop on: 03 4425958, which is open from 7:00am – 9pm every day.
For all of our pickups, it is important to be there 10 minutes before the pick-up time. In order to get up and down from the Remarkables on time, our bus does not wait for long.
It’s important to bring the right gear with you as you head up the mountain. Below is a here’s a brief list to get you started:
Within the Remarkables base, there is a café with hot food and drink. We always advise bringing some snacks and water to keep you hydrated and full of energy throughout the day.
You can rent skis and snowboard gear on the mountain if you wish, however it is more expensive to do so on the mountain instead of in town. If you are looking to hire out Skis or Snowboard we offer hires at very competitive rates, and as an added bonus you can leave the skis/snowboards in our shop, and we will put them on the bus for you for the next day. Hassle-free.
Our bus transport will sometimes leave the Remarkables area before returning for pick up therefor it is really important to make sure you have all your belongings off the bus before getting off. If you have belongings to store, there are lockers you can rent for the within the ski base or if you are comfortable many guests leave their backpacks on the floor outside the main building, which is normally safe just make sure you are not blocking any exits or causing any hazards.
After your adrenaline-filled day out on the slopes, you’ll be wanting to head back to town to rest up. We leave the Remarkable ski field at 4 pm, if you decide to come back down earlier, you can catch NZSKI shuttle.
Please always let our driver or our shop (phone: 03 4425958) know that you are coming down early. If not, we might send a rescue team looking for you if you do not appear for the bus.
Posted in: Blog
Date: June 4th, 2017
*Child age : 6-17 years old. 0 – 5yrs inclusive – lift passes are complimentary.
Posted in: Cardrona, Flexi, Queenstown Snow Packages
Date: June 4th, 2017
The Perfect Packages for complete first timers wanting to experience the snow at Cardorna. Beginner area access, lessons, equipment and return mountain transfers are all included!
Posted in: Beginner, Cardrona, Queenstown Snow Packages
Date: June 4th, 2017
These are for second timers through to advanced skiers and snowboarders. Make the most of your day at Cardrona with lessons, full mountain ski pass, equipment and return mountain transfers.
Posted in: Cardrona, Lesson, Queenstown Snow Packages
Date: May 4th, 2017
Coronet Peak opened in 1947 as New Zealand’s first commercial ski field. For this reason, it has led the way ever since, pioneering night skiing in New Zealand and New Zealand’s longest ski day with First Tracks. Uniquely situated, Coronet Peak is only 25 minutes from central Queenstown to experience the South Island’s longest day on the slopes. With a 8am start you can ski all day then continue well after dark with night skiing until 9pm.
From 1,649 metres the legend that is Coronet Peak ski field starts you off with a spectacular outlook of lakes, mountains and rolling farmland, then takes everything up a notch with a ski buzz few mountains ever achieve.
From die-hard locals stopping off for a few runs on the way to work to ski teams from around the world in training and holiday-makers happy to cruise, the 280 hectares of the terrain is like an extension of Queenstown’s renowned atmosphere.
Distance from Queenstown: 18km
Travel time from Queenstown (by bus): 25mins
Season dates: 15th June – 7th Oct 2019
Operating hours: 9am – 4pm daily
Skiable area: 280 hectares
Chairlifts: 1 six-seater, 2 quads, 1 T- bar and 4 surface conveyors
Vertical rise: 462m
Longest run: 2.4km
Facilities: Fully licensed restaurant, bar and cafe, rental shop, childcare, airbag operating weekends and night skiing hours.
Highlights: An easy 20 minutes from picturesque Queenstown, Coronet Peak is perfect for serious action or sharing great times. Stunning high points and rolling trails offer seasoned skiers and riders something to really get your teeth into!
Check out all the ski packages in Coronet Peak Ski Resort and the bus timetable.
Date: May 3rd, 2017
The big mountain experience awaits you at The Remarkables. Get that feeling of pure freedom as you drop into sun-soaked bowls and world-renowned chutes. You will also take in the spectacular views across the Queenstown valley and beyond.
Featuring New Zealand’s first-ever double see-through lift tunnel in the learner’s area, The Remarkables is a short 40-minute drive from downtown Queenstown and is a family favourite where kids five and under ski for free.
Known affectionately as The Remarks, Queenstown’s cloud-piercing peak has grown bigger than ever before with brand new lifts bringing the skiable terrain to 265.5 hectares. With a copious amount of learners’ space and one of the region’s best-loved terrain park set-ups, this is a must-do for everyone! Great afternoon sun on the deck brings out the European in everyone, and with 1,943 metres of elevation and 357 metres of vertical, there’s never a shortage of fun for young and old.
Distance from Queenstown: 28km
Travel time from Queenstown (by bus): 45 mins – 1.25 hour
Season dates: 8th June – 13th October 2019
Operating hours: 9am – 4pm daily
Skiable area: 265.5 hectares
Chairlifts: 1 Six seater, 3 Quad Chairs, 3 surface conveyor lifts
Vertical rise: 357m
Longest run: 1.5km
Facilities: Fully licensed restaurant, bar and cafe, rental shop, childcare, 2 terrain parks and the Stash.
Highlights: Boasts some of NZ’s best beginner terrain and black diamond runs that will leave your heart racing and wanting to get back up for more
Check out all the snow packages in Remarkables Ski Resort and the bus timetable.
Date: May 2nd, 2017
Located 75 minutes drive away by bus, Cardrona is a fun, family-friendly ski resort. A good balance of beginner, intermediate and advanced runs spread over 345 hectares of skiable terrain means Cardrona – known as “Cardies” to locals – is ideal for all levels of ability. Wide, uncrowded slopes make it the perfect place to learn to ski or snowboard.
Its natural features combined with a large selection of terrain park features make Cardrona one big playground. In fact, the terrain park here is second only to Snow Park’s when it comes to size and range!
Wind down after hitting the slopes in one of five cafés and restaurants, including a noodle bar and pizza café.
About Cardrona
Distance from Queenstown: 58km
Travel time from Queenstown (by bus): 75 minutes approx.
Season dates: 1st June to 20th October 2019 (to be confirmed)
Operating hours: 9am – 4pm daily
Skiable area: 345 hectares
Chairlifts: 4 quads, 2 surface conveyors, 1 pipe platter lift
Vertical rise: 600m
Longest run: 4km
Facilities: Eight cafés/restaurants, childcare, medical centre, rental shop and workshop, snow shop, bag check ($8 per day), Snowfoto
Highlights: Captains Basin for incredible natural terrain and delicious pizza at the Captains Café. The 800m Gravity Cross track, great for racing your mates! Cardrona is also home to some of the best park features in the Southern Hemisphere, from tiny boxes to 8-metre jumps.
Check out all the ski packages in Cardrona Ski Resort and bus timetable.
Date: May 1st, 2017
Treble Cone Ski Resort is the South Island’s largest ski resort with a huge 550 hectares of terrain. With so much terrain, plus legendary off-piste and longer, steeper runs, Treble Cone is an excellent challenge. The terrain is largely blue and black grade making this the mountain of choice for intermediate and advanced skiers and boarders, although beginners can still find their feet on the “Nice’n’Easy Platter”.
Situated on the edge of Lake Wanaka, the views from the top are breathtaking. Relax in the cafe and take in the scenery in between runs.
Distance from Queenstown: 100km
Travel time from Queenstown (by bus): 1 hour 30 minutes approx
Season dates: 27th June to 22nd September 2019
Operating hours: 9am – 4pm daily (Saddle Basin 9.30-3.30 pm)
Skiable area: 550 hectares
Chairlifts: 2 quads, 2 learner area lifts
Vertical rise: 705m
Longest run: 4km
Facilities: Cafe, rental shop, childcare, free beginner platter (surface lift)
Highlights: Legendary views over idyllic Lake Wanaka. Challenging steep terrain – your legs will be burning, but you’ll be hooked!
Check out all the snow packages in Treble Cone Ski Resort and bus timetable!
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