Home to 6 unique ski areas, the Selwyn District is
renowned for sensational snow.
Consisting of Porters, Mt Cheeseman, Broken River, Craigieburn,
Temple Basin and Mt Olympus the Selwyn District is home to some of
the best family fields, big mountain terrain and alpine adventures
in New Zealand. With the closest ski area (Porters) only an hour's
drive from Christchurch International Airport so much terrain is
rarely so accessible. Whether you choose to make a day trip or
participate in a ski week you're bound to enjoy you time in the
sensational Southern Alps and Selwyn District.
Christchurch's closest field, Porters, is a family favourite.
Porter's wide open and extensively groomed trails are suitable for
first-timers through to seasoned skiers. There's a great cafe and
their rental service, cafe and terrain park are renowned as some of
the best in the country.
Mt Cheeseman is another family friendly mountain with a great
atmosphere, rental service, cafe and rolling terrain suitable for
all abilities. Those looking for a powder fix will enjoy the aptly
names Cocayne and back countries accessed Tarn Basin.
A Canterbury favourite famous for its off piste terrain and day lodge renowned
for serving up all sorts of delicacies on the shared hot plate.
A legendary off piste ski area synonymous for steep and deep
skiing and some of the best lift accessed big mountain terrain in
the country.
Praised worldwide for its unique atmosphere and terrain, Temple Basin is a skiing experience in a
raw alpine environment. Those who make the effort to walk up
(approx 40 mins) will not be disappointed.
Another off piste paradise and a Canterbury favourite. Mt
Olympus is well known for big mountain terrain, big snow falls, big
nights and the country's highest hot tub.