New Zealand’s winter brings snow to the mountains where ski resorts offer uncrowded slopes and varied terrain with sensational views.

Heliskiing takes you into the mountains away form the ski resorts where fresh tracks are followed by a gourmet picnic lunch.

A full range of winter sports is on offer including glacier hikes, cross country skiing, ice skating, snow mobiles and snow shoe hiking.

New Zealand ski resorts are located in and around Wanaka, Queenstown and Christchurch in South Island and near Lake Taupo in North Island.

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