Who is Cardrona owned by?
Wayfare NZ
Cardrona is a wholly owned subsidiary of Wayfare NZ.
Which is better Remarkables or Coronet Peak?
The Remarkables ski area is easily the better place to ski compared to Coronet Peak. The Remarkables is in a valley that protects the snow from the sun and the wind creating better conditions. It also has a cool jump park and lots of nice back-country ski areas.
What is Cardrona known for?
The Cardrona Valley is famous for winter sports with world class skiing and snowboarding at Cardrona Alpine Resort(opens in new window) and cross country (Nordic) skiing at the Snow Farm.
Why is Cardrona called Cardrona?
The name was given to the area by J. T. Thomson after the Scottish village of Cardrona.
Which is better the Remarkables or Coronet Peak?
Is it cheaper to ski in Japan or New Zealand?
The verdict. Japan might have cheaper on ground costs (such as accomodation, food and ski passes) and has a wider range of fields and higher resort elevations but we think New Zealand ultimately comes out on top.
Is Remarkables or Coronet better for beginners?
Beginners are safest where the terrain is not too steep, where runs can be well groomed and where other skiers have enough space to give them a wide berth. The Remarkables has some of the widest, smoothest beginner runs. Cardrona and Coronet Peak also have spacious dedicated beginners’ areas.
Is Remarkables or Coronet Peak better for beginners?
The Remarkables ski area is easily the better place to ski compared to Coronet Peak. The Remarkables is in a valley that protects the snow from the sun and the wind creating better conditions.
Do I need chains for Cardrona?
Both the Crown Range road and the Cardrona mountain road can be affected by snowfall, so it’s best to always carry chains and know how to use them.
How much snow is on Cardrona?
Cardrona Weather (Days 4-6): A dusting of new snow.