Roundhill Ski Area
Roundhill
A family-friendly ski area on the east side of Lake Tekapo. It has one of the longest T-bar lifts in the Southern Hemisphere, and skiers can look out over the entire lake.
Roundhill Ski Area is about 30 km from Tekapo village, roughly 40 minutes away, with the final section on gravel mountain roads. It is known for its gentle, wide intermediate runs and a welcoming atmosphere for beginners. The 'Heritage Express' T-bar has a vertical drop of about 783 m and is one of the longest T-bars in the Southern Hemisphere. The ski area faces Lake Tekapo and the Southern Alps, with superb views. The ski season runs from late June to September. A day ticket costs about NZD 100, and equipment rental and lessons are available. Driving up the mountain requires four-wheel drive or carrying snow chains.
Opening hours
Snow season approx. 09:00–16:00
Nearby sights
- Lake Alexandrina
- Sheepdog Memorial
- Lake Tekapo & Church of the Good Shepherd
- Mount John Observatory
- Lake Tekapo Lupins
- Dark Sky Project
- Tekapo Springs
- Fairlie Bakehouse