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Ski Resorts near Taupo

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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 resorts near Taupo with the deepest reported snow.
Ski Resort Report Upper
Whakapapa36cm

Forecast Snow

Ski areas near Taupo with most snow forecast in next 2 days.
Snow Forecast 48 HrThuFri
Turoa5cm
Whakapapa1cm

Forecast updated : 31 Jul 2025 04:17 IST

More Snow reports from around Taupo

 Highest lift-served ski areas within 3 hours drive of Taupo

The highest lift-served skiing close to Taupo, by the highest lift (top) altitude.

Highest lift-served ski areas near Taupo (TUO)
Ski ResortTxfrsTop
Mount Ruapehu135min2,300m
Rainbow15min1,800m
Tukino60min1,890m
Turoa165min2,320m
Whakapapa75min2,300m

 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.

Best ski areas for Beginners near Taupo (TUO)
Ski ResortTxfrsBeginn.
Mount Ruapehu135min3*
Rainbow15min4*
Turoa165min3*
Whakapapa75min3*

 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.

Best ski areas for Intermediate Skiers near Taupo (TUO)
Ski ResortTxfrsInterm.
Mount Ruapehu135min5*
Rainbow15min3*
Turoa165min4*
Whakapapa75min5*

 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.

Best ski areas for Expert Skiers and Snowboarders near Taupo (TUO)
Ski ResortTxfrsExperts
Mount Ruapehu135min3*
Turoa165min5*
Whakapapa75min4*