Skiing near Taupo Airport (TUO)
Ski Resorts near Taupo Airport, New Zealand
TUO - Taupo
There are several ski areas within a few hours drive of Taupo.
Popular ski resorts near Taupo are Mount Ruapehu, Rainbow, Tukino, Turoa and Whakapapa.
Ski Resort Transfers from Taupo
Car Hire or Airport Transfers & Taxis
Note:- Ski resort transfer times from Taupo are approximate, subject to weather and traffic conditions. Travel at off-peak times to maximise time on the ski slopes.
Deepest Snow
| Ski Resort Report | Upper |
|---|---|
| Whakapapa | 36cm |
Forecast Snow
| Snow Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turoa | 5cm | ||
| Whakapapa | 1cm |
Forecast updated : 31 Jul 2025 04:17 IST
More Snow reports from around TaupoHighest lift-served ski areas within 3 hours drive of Taupo
The highest lift-served skiing close to Taupo, by the highest lift (top) altitude.
| Ski Resort | Txfrs | Top |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Ruapehu | 135min | 2,300m |
| Rainbow | 15min | 1,800m |
| Tukino | 60min | 1,890m |
| Turoa | 165min | 2,320m |
| Whakapapa | 75min | 2,300m |
Best ski areas for Beginners within 3 hours drive of Taupo
The most suitable beginner ski areas close to Taupo, with easy slopes and ski schools.
| Ski Resort | Txfrs | Beginn. |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Ruapehu | 135min |  |
| Rainbow | 15min |  |
| Turoa | 165min | |
| Whakapapa | 75min | |
Best ski areas for Intermediate Skiers within 3 hours drive of Taupo
The best intermediate ski resorts near Taupo, with easy to moderate ski runs.
| Ski Resort | Txfrs | Interm. |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Ruapehu | 135min |  |
| Rainbow | 15min | |
| Turoa | 165min | |
| Whakapapa | 75min | |
Best ski areas for Expert Skiers and Snowboarders within 3 hours drive of Taupo
The best ski areas for Advanced and Expert skiers and boarders around Taupo, with steep pistes and freeride terrain.
| Ski Resort | Txfrs | Experts |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Ruapehu | 135min | |
| Turoa | 165min | |
| Whakapapa | 75min | |