Skiing near Wanganui Airport (WAG)
Ski Resorts near Wanganui Airport, New Zealand
WAG - Wanganui
There are several ski areas within a few hours drive of Wanganui.
The Top 5 most popular ski resorts near Wanganui are Manganui, Mount Ruapehu, Tukino, Turoa and Whakapapa.
Ski Resort Transfers from Wanganui
Car Hire or Airport Transfers & Taxis
Note:- Ski resort transfer times from Wanganui 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 |
| Manganui | 10cm |
Forecast Snow
| Snow Forecast | 48 Hr | Thu | Fri |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turoa | 4cm | ||
| Mount Ruapehu | 1cm | ||
| Rainbow | - | ||
| Whakapapa | 1cm |
Forecast updated : 31 Jul 2025 08:07 IST
More Snow reports from around WanganuiHighest lift-served ski areas within 3 hours drive of Wanganui
The highest lift-served skiing close to Wanganui, by the highest lift (top) altitude.
| Ski Resort | Txfrs | Top |
|---|---|---|
| Manganui | 135min | 1,680m |
| Mount Ruapehu | 120min | 2,300m |
| Rainbow | 165min | 1,800m |
| Tukino | 150min | 1,890m |
| Turoa | 15min | 2,320m |
| Whakapapa | 120min | 2,300m |
Best ski areas for Beginners within 3 hours drive of Wanganui
The most suitable beginner ski areas close to Wanganui, with easy slopes and ski schools.
| Ski Resort | Txfrs | Beginn. |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Ruapehu | 120min |  |
| Rainbow | 165min |  |
| Turoa | 15min | |
| Whakapapa | 120min | |
Best ski areas for Intermediate Skiers within 3 hours drive of Wanganui
The best intermediate ski resorts near Wanganui, with easy to moderate ski runs.
| Ski Resort | Txfrs | Interm. |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Ruapehu | 120min |  |
| Rainbow | 165min | |
| Turoa | 15min | |
| Whakapapa | 120min | |
Best ski areas for Expert Skiers and Snowboarders within 3 hours drive of Wanganui
The best ski areas for Advanced and Expert skiers and boarders around Wanganui, with steep pistes and freeride terrain.
| Ski Resort | Txfrs | Experts |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Ruapehu | 120min | |
| Turoa | 15min | |
| Whakapapa | 120min | |