{"id":2862,"date":"2021-01-13T10:38:40","date_gmt":"2021-01-13T10:38:40","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2021-01-13T10:38:40","modified_gmt":"2021-01-13T10:38:40","slug":"cardrona-ski","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bookabach.co.nz\/holiday-ideas\/travel-guides\/ski\/new-zealand\/cardrona-ski","title":{"rendered":"Find adventure with a holiday in Cardrona Ski Resort"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The incredible\u00a0Cardrona Ski Resort<\/a>\u00a0is the area\u2019s top ski resort and the ideal place for a winter retreat. From skiing and snowboarding to freestyle rides to apr\u00e8s-ski, you\u2019ll have it all at Cardrona Ski Resort. If you\u2019re planning a family trip, Cardrona Ski Resort also offers beginner-friendly slopes, snow tubing, dog sledding, childcare and other activities and amenities perfectly suited for families. Whether you want the adrenaline rush of heli-skiing in the backcountry or a fun-filled day of snow tubing with the kids, find out all about Cardrona Ski Resort to see what it has in store for your winter holiday.<\/p>\n\n\n

About\u00a0Cardrona Ski Resort<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n

Located near\u00a0Wanaka<\/a>, Cardrona Ski Resort is the premier resort for residents of Queenstown, Christchurch and Wanaka. With multiple diverse runs, on-mountain accommodation, thrilling terrain parks, family activities and endless amenities, a visit to Cardrona Ski Resort ensures you\u2019ll have the time of your life this winter. Find out what you can expect from a visit to Cardrona Ski Resort.<\/p>\n\n

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Skiable terrain<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n

Cardrona Ski Resort boasts 345 hectares of skiable terrain with a 600-metre vertical and slopes divided between beginner, intermediate, advanced and expert areas. The resort is known for its well-groomed, beginner-friendly slopes for skiers and boarders just starting out and young children, but you\u2019ll have a lot of options for more challenging experiences for serious enthusiasts and adventurous teens. The off-piste playground is perfect for advanced and expert skiers and snowboarders.<\/p>\n\n\n

Terrain parks<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n

Freestylers can rejoice in the 2 half pipes and 4 terrain parks at Cardrona Ski Resort. The parks offer progressive jibs that allow you to advance your skills and gain a strong foundation. There\u2019s also a high-performance centre that offers instruction for advanced skiers and snowboarders on both the slopes and the terrain park.<\/p>\n\n\n

Heli-skiing<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n

The region is renowned for its heli-skiing, and you\u2019ll have plenty of tour operators to choose from in Wanaka and Queenstown. When you book a heli-skiing tour, a helicopter with an experienced guide takes you to the most remote areas of the mountain to leave your mark on untracked backcountry trails.<\/p>\n\n\n

Resort amenities and activities<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n

Cardrona Ski Resort is a well-equipped resort with a lot of helpful amenities. The Cardrona Nursery and Ski Kindy offers childcare facilities for infants and young children, so you can have some adult time on the slopes or enjoy apr\u00e8s-ski facilities. The snow school offers instruction for young children as well. You\u2019ll also find eateries, an equipment rental and ski shop, mountain cafes, a snow-tubing park and stargazing events on the mountain. You could also book family activities like snowshoeing tours, dog sled tours and snowkiting, an activity that allows you to ski or snowboard on the mountain with a kite.<\/p>\n\n

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Accommodation<\/a>\u00a0for Cardrona Ski Resort<\/h2>\n\n\n

Whether you want to be right on the mountain or you prefer the privacy of a villa in town, you\u2019ll have an array of options for where to stay in Cardrona Ski Resort. From on-mountain apartments for large groups to village hotels to villas in town, check out the available accommodation options to plan your trip.<\/p>\n\n\n

On-mountain apartments<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n

Located within minutes of the lifts, Cardrona Ski Resort\u2019s on-mountain apartments give you direct access to the slopes. The apartments are versatile and come in a variety of configurations, including multiple-bedroom units, lofts and units with fold-out couches and additional features to accommodate more guests or multiple families. On-mountain apartment rentals also offer the Mezz Cafe, a charming cafe with dinner service and gourmet meals.<\/p>\n\n\n

Cardrona Village<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n

Cardrona Village is a charming village at the base of the mountain that\u2019s reminiscent of an old gold-rush town. The village is home to the historic Cardrona Hotel, which has rooms and a vibrant apr\u00e8s-ski pub with open fires and craft cocktails. There\u2019s also an onsite restaurant. If you prefer, Cardrona Village has villas for a little more privacy while staying close to the amenities and the mountain.<\/p>\n\n\n

Wanaka accommodation<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n

Wanaka is close to the Cardrona Ski Resort and offers a variety of accommodation options, cafes, nightlife and shopping. You\u2019ll choose from resort hotels, affordable motels, bed and breakfasts, lodges and more. Wanaka has plenty of family-friendly accommodation with children’s features like toys and games. When you stay in Wanaka, you\u2019re just a short drive from the Cardrona Village and other attractions in Wanaka, such as\u00a0Lake Wanaka<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Located near Wanaka on the South Island, Cardrona Ski Resort is one of New Zealand\u2019s top winter resort areas. Offering a range of activities that includes skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing and heli-skiing, you can do it all at Cardrona Ski Resort. 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