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NZ Skiing in February/March?

NZ Skiing in February/March?

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Started by Hosehead in Australia and New Zealand - 8 Replies

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Hosehead posted Jan-2010

Headed to New Zealand for 3 weeks and wondering if there are any ski fields open during late Feb/Early march.

Any tips appreciated.

Little ski
reply to 'NZ Skiing in February/March?'
posted Jan-2010

Sorry thats a NO

Thay start to open in july

Little ski
reply to 'NZ Skiing in February/March?'
posted Jan-2010

Sorry thats a NO

Thay open in June/July

Hosehead
reply to 'NZ Skiing in February/March?'
posted Jan-2010

ok, thanks. I'll just have to 'make do' with the hundreds of other outdoor adventure related activities then. :wink:

Little ski
reply to 'NZ Skiing in February/March?'
posted Jan-2010

Your have a great time there. There are so many things to so there in summer and winter.
Myself and my Husband go there every ski season

Benny12345
reply to 'NZ Skiing in February/March?'
posted Jan-2010

go surf instead. or you can probably find some snow if you head REALLY far south.....

Hosehead
reply to 'NZ Skiing in February/March?'
posted Jan-2010

Thanks. That is certainly on the list. If you know any good surf spots for beginner/intermediates, let me know. my wife and are just starting out.

Benny12345
reply to 'NZ Skiing in February/March?'
posted Jan-2010

check www.surf.co.nz for surf conditions. if you're a real beginner (standing in white water, pushing off with your feet) then both coasts, east and west, will be fine. West is really consistent, waves all the time great for beginners of that standard. however if you are beginning to go out and catch green waves then the west coast can be a bit tricky and a bit more dangerous. still loads of fun, but just be careful. there is less swell on east coast breaks so you have to be luckier to catch it (see forecasts) but when it comes it's really perfect, and looks loads better. mt maunganui on the east coast is the most famous east coast break, or if you're further south head out at gisburne, or round the east cape. raglan beach break and/or piha on the west coast of north island. loads of people learn at piha but it really is one of the most dangerous breaks in the whole of nz. have fun

Topic last updated on 27-January-2010 at 12:51