Whakapapa is Open – Snow’s Light, But the Season’s On
Whakapapa is open for the 2025 ski season, but just a heads-up, the snow’s a bit light at the moment. It’s mostly man-made, with Happy Valley running thanks to the snowmakers doing their awesome job.
If you’re new to skiing or snowboarding, Happy Valley’s actually a great place to start. We’ve spent many a day there teaching my daughter to snowboard – plenty of space, nice and safe, and the café is open if you need a break.
It’s perfect for the school holidays. Get the kids up there, let them slide around and have some fun. And don’t stress about the snow, most of it usually turns up in July, so the season’s just getting started.
As we say: any day on the mountain is a good day on the mountain.
