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Whakapapa, Mt Ruapehu - Sky Waka Gondola Pass

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Rise to stunning new heights with a return trip on the Sky Waka Gondola!

Experience the beauty of one of Aotearoa's favorite regions on New Zealand's premier Sky Waka Gondola.

Starting at the base station, this stunning trip travels 1.8km up to a height of 2020m above sea level, giving you majestic views into the clouds, past waterfalls and ancient lava flows along the way.

On the 12 minute journey, you'll discover the Central Plateau in all its glory from your cabin, each spacious enough to hold a maximum of 10 people.

An absolute must do for international travelers and locals alike, offering a unique way to soak up the stunning beauty of Aotearoa.

The Sky Waka gondola is set to open everyday until April 27th, from 9 am - 4pm. This is subject to weather conditions on the day so please check the report on: www.whakapapa.com/report

Adult International $39.00 (18+ years)

Youth International $29.00 (5 - 17 years)

Family International $136.00 (2 Adults & 2 Youth. (Price if purchased Individually - Discounts Shown from this rate))

Adult NZ $29.00 (18+ years (proof of residency required))

Youth NZ $15.00 (5 - 17 years (proof of residency required))

Family NZ $88.00 (2 Adults & 2 Youth (proof of residency required) (Price if purchased Individually - Discounts Shown from this rate))

Infant $0.00 (0 - 4 years)

What's included

One return trip - up and back

Location

Top of Bruce Road
Manawatu-Wanganui 3989
New Zealand

Notes

Please Note:
Passes are open dated, meaning they are not tied to a specific date, and can be used at any time over the Summer Season which runs through to 27 April 2025.
Proof of New Zealand residency and 'gold card' for relevant discounts may be requested on arrival so please keep these handy.
Pricing: For NZ prices, proof of NZ residency required on check in

Available Bookings from9 Dec to 22 Dec 2025

All prices are shown inNZD ($)

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Adult International$20.00 Less than 6 at this price!
Youth International$13.00
Family International$69.30
Adult NZ$20.00
Youth NZ$10.00
Family NZ$58.80
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$20.00 Less than 6 at this price!
Youth International$13.00
Family International$69.30
Adult NZ$20.00
Youth NZ$10.00
Family NZ$58.80
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$20.00 Less than 6 at this price!
Youth International$13.00
Family International$69.30
Adult NZ$20.00
Youth NZ$10.00
Family NZ$58.80
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$20.00 Less than 6 at this price!
Youth International$13.00
Family International$69.30
Adult NZ$20.00
Youth NZ$10.00
Family NZ$58.80
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$20.00 Less than 6 at this price!
Youth International$13.00
Family International$69.30
Adult NZ$20.00
Youth NZ$10.00
Family NZ$58.80
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$20.00 Less than 6 at this price!
Youth International$13.00
Family International$69.30
Adult NZ$20.00
Youth NZ$10.00
Family NZ$58.80
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$20.00 Less than 6 at this price!
Youth International$13.00
Family International$69.30
Adult NZ$20.00
Youth NZ$10.00
Family NZ$58.80
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$20.00 Less than 6 at this price!
Youth International$13.00
Family International$69.30
Adult NZ$20.00
Youth NZ$10.00
Family NZ$58.80
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$20.00 Less than 6 at this price!
Youth International$13.00
Family International$69.30
Adult NZ$20.00
Youth NZ$10.00
Family NZ$58.80
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$20.00 Less than 6 at this price!
Youth International$13.00
Family International$69.30
Adult NZ$20.00
Youth NZ$10.00
Family NZ$58.80
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$20.00 Less than 6 at this price!
Youth International$13.00
Family International$69.30
Adult NZ$20.00
Youth NZ$10.00
Family NZ$58.80
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$20.00 Less than 6 at this price!
Youth International$13.00
Family International$69.30
Adult NZ$20.00
Youth NZ$10.00
Family NZ$58.80
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$20.00 Less than 6 at this price!
Youth International$13.00
Family International$69.30
Adult NZ$20.00
Youth NZ$10.00
Family NZ$58.80
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$39.00
Youth International$29.00
Family International$136.00
Adult NZ$29.00
Youth NZ$15.00
Family NZ$88.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$39.00
Youth International$29.00
Family International$136.00
Adult NZ$29.00
Youth NZ$15.00
Family NZ$88.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$39.00
Youth International$29.00
Family International$136.00
Adult NZ$29.00
Youth NZ$15.00
Family NZ$88.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$39.00
Youth International$29.00
Family International$136.00
Adult NZ$29.00
Youth NZ$15.00
Family NZ$88.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$39.00
Youth International$29.00
Family International$136.00
Adult NZ$29.00
Youth NZ$15.00
Family NZ$88.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$39.00
Youth International$29.00
Family International$136.00
Adult NZ$29.00
Youth NZ$15.00
Family NZ$88.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$39.00
Youth International$29.00
Family International$136.00
Adult NZ$29.00
Youth NZ$15.00
Family NZ$88.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$39.00
Youth International$29.00
Family International$136.00
Adult NZ$29.00
Youth NZ$15.00
Family NZ$88.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$39.00
Youth International$29.00
Family International$136.00
Adult NZ$29.00
Youth NZ$15.00
Family NZ$88.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$39.00
Youth International$29.00
Family International$136.00
Adult NZ$29.00
Youth NZ$15.00
Family NZ$88.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$39.00
Youth International$29.00
Family International$136.00
Adult NZ$29.00
Youth NZ$15.00
Family NZ$88.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$39.00
Youth International$29.00
Family International$136.00
Adult NZ$29.00
Youth NZ$15.00
Family NZ$88.00
Infant Free of Charge

Adult International$39.00
Youth International$29.00
Family International$136.00
Adult NZ$29.00
Youth NZ$15.00
Family NZ$88.00
Infant Free of Charge

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Jennifer Relos from New Zealand wrote on 02 November 2025

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Booking made easy and cheap! Legit website.

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Michael Breed from Australia wrote on 02 May 2025

Fabulous experience

My wife and I enjoyed every minute of our gondola ride up the mountain and our walk around, definitely want to come and visit when there is snow and have a shot on the snowboards , but it’s a great experience seeing it in it’s natural beauty

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michaelh36 from New Zealand wrote on 27 April 2025

Well with the trip

Was really good!

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dadaagus from New Zealand wrote on 19 November 2025

Gondola Whakapapa

There are fire so the gondola is not running at that day, how to ask for refund? thanks

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From Whakapapa, Mt Ruapehu - Sky Waka Gondola Pass

Kia ora We are sorry that the fire in the area led to us not being able to operate. I can confirm that we have now resumed usual operations so we hope we may see you in the future. Book Me will process your refund. NgÄ mihi nui, Laura Whakapapa Sales & Trade Team 07 808 6151 www.whakapapa.com<http://www.whakapapa.com/> [cid:0de8e7ae-f38b-4fa9-8112-0cb2ce81fc91]

Vicky from New Zealand wrote on 14 April 2025

Sky Waka in Autumn

Fabulous experience going up the mountain. Friendly staff & good food in the cafe, with a great walk in perfect sunshine-we were so lucky!

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Adult International 18+ years

Youth International 5 - 17 years

Family International 2 Adults & 2 Youth. (Price if purchased Individually - Discounts Shown from this rate)

Adult NZ 18+ years (proof of residency required)

Youth NZ 5 - 17 years (proof of residency required)

Family NZ 2 Adults & 2 Youth (proof of residency required) (Price if purchased Individually - Discounts Shown from this rate)

Infant 0 - 4 years

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