Frosty fun in Tekapo

by Metropol | July 23, 2025 8:30 am

Tekapo transforms into a winter playground over the cooler months. Ride the snow tubes, hit the slopes, and glide on the skating rink.

1. Ice skating

Experience the fun and freedom of ice skating on the spacious outdoor rink at Tekapo Springs. This international-sized rink is one of the most scenic in New Zealand, with views of Lake Tekapo and the mountains. Wooden tables and an open fire are situated rink-side so you can take a break and warm up or just watch the action from a comfortable seat.

Image: Tekapo Springs. Visit tekaposprings.co.nz for more.

2. Snow tube park

Take a thrilling ride down a 150-metre snowy slope at Tekapo Springs. Grab a tube and a helmet and jump aboard the magic carpet, which takes you from the bottom of the park up to one of the friendly staff. Then speed down the slope by yourself or with your friends and whānau. The snow tube park is open from about April until October, all weather dependent.

3. Roundhill Ski Area

For a day on the slopes, Roundhill is a prime alpine location for beginners and experts. Learners and little ones can head to a massive beginners area for a fun and gentle way to find your snow legs. For the more adventurous, head up the world’s longest and steepest rope tow (yes, that’s right) and see what Australasia’s biggest vertical drop (783m) is all about. Discover super long natural half pipes, chutes and access to a huge backcountry area, as well as jumps, rollers, rails and boxes for the freestylers.

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