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historic and cultural landscape that is Whanganui National Park.
In winter experience the adrenalin of skiing an active volcano. Majestic Mt Ruapehu at 2797m (9175ft) offers New Zealand's largest ski and snowboard area. Turoa skifield is 30 minutes from Snowy Waters Lodge, Whakapapa and the less known private skifield Tukino are both approximately one hour by car.
Other nearby activities include mountain biking, horse riding, trout fishing, bungy jumping, paintball, golf, nature walks and guided tours to 'Lord of the Rings'... more »