Carpool to Whakapapa
- Date Leaving
- Friday, August 07
- Date Returning
- Friday, August 07
- Spaces Wanted
- 1 (looking for a lift)
- Name
- bob@bobwilliams.co.nz
- Driven here before
- no
- Telephone
- 0212548983
- City you are leaving from
- Wellington
- Notes
-
It's likely to be my first trip of the season, so need some gear space. Snowboarder. Return is unimportant. I am a ski lodge member, and will need to get to the Top of the Bruce.
Whakapapa Snow Report
Status
Road
Snow
35cm — 11cm
Road info
Drive with care
Information
**Mōrena from Whakapapa.**There's still plenty of fun to be had on the mountain today, and we're looking forward to welcoming you.From **8:00am**, **Happy Valley Rentals**, **Top of the Bruce Rentals**, and **Guest Services** will be open to get you geared up and ready for your day.**Lorenz's Bar and Café** and **Retail** will open from **8:30am**, with hot coffee, breakfast, and all your mountain essentials waiting for you.From **9:00am**, **Happy Valley**, **Snowland**, the **Happy Valley Bistro**, the **Sky Waka Gondola**, **Knoll Ridge Chalet**, and the **Rangatira Express** will all be open.Whether you're heading up for your first time on snow, sightseeing, or simply enjoying a warm coffee with mountain views, there's something for everyone today.We look forward to welcoming you to Whakapapa. Have a fantastic day, and we'll see you on the mountain!
Updated
2026-07-16 at 06:30