About your trip
We’ll take care of the logistics so you can explore the mountain.
We offer a hassle-free round trip shuttle service from Turangi to the Whakapapa Ski Fields.
Whakapapa Ski Field’s incredible natural volcanic terrain offers an awesome range of slopes for skiers and riders of all levels.
We’ll get you there safely.
Your safety is our number one priority, and we are constantly monitoring the conditions on the mountain.
Our 4-wheel drive, vehicles are fully equipped with snow chains, and our drivers are experienced with more than ten years of alpine driving.
Bookings are essential as seats fill up quickly.
There are optional departure and return times to choose from.
If you have any special requests, please let us know when booking.
Please arrive 15 minutes before departure so that we can run on time.
If the mountain is closed due to bad weather conditions, you may change your booking to another day or receive a refund. *Terms and conditions apply.
Trips to Ruapehu Whakapapa Ski Fields
Round Trip: From Turangi to Whakapapa Ski fields
Avoid waiting in the long vehicle queues or trying to find a car park. Book a ride with us.
Park up in Turangi and we will collect you from our designated pickup point.
Once you've had your fun at the mountain, we will drop you back off.
Travel Times
7.30 a.m. Depart Turangi to Whakapapa Ski Fields
4.00 p.m. Return from Whakapapa Ski Fields to Turangi
* Times may vary depending on traffic, roads, weather and demand. Please be patient and kind.
Rates
Transport Duration
Approximately 45 minutes each way.
Please be patient as road conditions can be a major delay at times.
Round Trip - From National Park 'Park n Ride' to Whakapapa Ski fields
Worried about not finding a car park?
Park at one of our designated car parks and we will collect you and take you up to the ski fields.
Once you've had your fun at the mountain, we will drop you back off.
Travel Times
09.00 a.m. Depart Carpark to return from Whakapapa at 1.00 pm.
10.00 a.m. Depart Carpark to return from Whakapapa at 2.00 pm.
11.00 a.m. Depart Carpark to return from Whakapapa at 3.00 pm.
* Traffic and Road Conditions often cause delay to schedules. Please be patient and kind. *Times may vary depending on traffic, roads, weather and demand.
Rates
Transport Duration
Approximately 20 minutes each way.
* Traffic and Road Conditions often cause delay to schedules. Please be patient and kind. *Times may vary depending on traffic, roads, weather and demand.
SNOW PREPAREDNESS
Know before you go
Conditions on the mountain can change rapidly so it's important to be prepared.
- Wear warm clothes that can be layered, with an outer layer that is water and windproof
- Ensure you have a warm hat, gloves and scarf
- Wear sturdy wet weather footwear
- Make sure you can be seen with colourful outer layers
- Know your limits to ensure your safety and the safety of those around you
Awards
"Thank you for supporting local business"
Please acknowledge our appreciation of Thanks for travelling with us Backyard Tours an approved Department of Conservation transport operator.
A portion of your transport cost contributes to the maintenance of the Tongariro National Park UNESCO first dual heritage National Park in the World.
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