The Remarkables

Fast Facts
  • Country: New Zealand
  • Region: Queenstown / Wanaka
  • Nearest City: Queenstown - 40 mins drive (28km)
  • Nearest Domestic Airport: Queenstown Airport - 30 mins drive (18km)
  • Nearest International Airport: Queenstown Airport - 30 mins drive (18km)

Resort Overview

Renowned for its friendly, relaxed atmosphere, The Remarkables is loved by families, freestylers, extreme skiers and boarders alike.

Here you will find lift access up to 1943m, three terrain parks, wide open bowls and plenty of beginner areas. The mountain receives fantastic natural snow which is also supported by over 100 snow guns for consistent snow coverage throughout the season.

Whether you are looking for family fun, countless off-piste and big mountain options or dedicated freestyle areas, The Remarkables has something for you.

Resort Overview
  • Ski Season: June - October
  • Overall Height: 1943m
  • Snow fall (Avg Annual Snowfall): 3.67m
  • Nearest township: Queenstown
  • Accommodation: Queenstown
  • Resort Services:

    Shuttle Bus, Restaurants, Cafes, Bars, Shopping, Child Care Centre, Ski Hire

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Activities and Attractions

Extensive trail work at The Remarkables makes the progression from beginner to intermediate easy and enjoyable. There is also plenty of advanced terrain to keep the experts entertained.

Advanced skiers and riders will love exploring the lift-serviced back country-style runs and chutes. The Remarkables longest run, the 1.5km-long Homeward Run, has a vertical drop of 350 metres and is widely regarded as New Zealand’s best ski runs.

The Remarkables is also a natural choice for beginners and families. Children will be entertained by the resident mascots, Spike and Shred, or for time to yourself take advantage of the Early Learning Centre, for littlies aged 3 months to 5 years, or the Kea Club programs for children aged from 5-15 years.

Resort Services

The Remarkables’ new base building caters to all your needs with guest facilities such as shops, cafes and a Snow Sports school. An easy, convenient and modern ski and snowboard rental service within the building can also provide you with everything you need to hit the slopes.

When it’s time for some ‘time out’, relax on the outdoor deck of the Base Building as you enjoy coffee, lunch or an après ski drink and take in the spectacular views overlooking Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu and the Southern Alps.

Getting to The Remarkables is easy with regular transfers and a range of private transport providers operating out of Queenstown.

Activities & Attractions
  • Total Ski Area / Distance: 385 Hectares
  • Total Ski Lifts: 6
  • Total Ski Runs/Trails: 47
  • Beginner Ski Area: 30%
  • Intermediate Ski Area: 40%
  • Advanced Ski Area: 30%
  • Ski / Snow Activities:

    Downhill Skiing, Snowboarding, Ski School / Lessons, Terrain Park

  • Leisure Activities:

    The Queenstown/Wanaka region has a great range of leisure activities which are easily accessible from The Remarkables.

  • Address: Duke Street, Queenstown, 9300, New Zealand View website