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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!

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 $49.00 (18+ years)
Youth International $25.00 (5 - 17 years)
Family International $148.00 (2 Adults & 2 Youth. (Price if purchased Individually - Discounts Shown from this rate))
Adult NZ $39.00 (18+ years (proof of residency required))
Youth NZ $19.00 (5 - 17 years (proof of residency required))
Family NZ $116.00 (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 from 5 Mar to 18 Mar 2025

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  • Adult International$29.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Youth International$15.00
  • Family International$89.00
  • Adult NZ$29.00
  • Youth NZ$15.00
  • Family NZ$89.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$29.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Youth International$15.00
  • Family International$89.00
  • Adult NZ$29.00
  • Youth NZ$15.00
  • Family NZ$89.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$29.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Youth International$15.00
  • Family International$89.00
  • Adult NZ$29.00
  • Youth NZ$15.00
  • Family NZ$89.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$29.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Youth International$15.00
  • Family International$89.00
  • Adult NZ$29.00
  • Youth NZ$15.00
  • Family NZ$89.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$29.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Youth International$15.00
  • Family International$89.00
  • Adult NZ$29.00
  • Youth NZ$15.00
  • Family NZ$89.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$29.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Youth International$15.00
  • Family International$89.00
  • Adult NZ$29.00
  • Youth NZ$15.00
  • Family NZ$89.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$29.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Youth International$15.00
  • Family International$89.00
  • Adult NZ$29.00
  • Youth NZ$15.00
  • Family NZ$89.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$29.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Youth International$15.00
  • Family International$89.00
  • Adult NZ$29.00
  • Youth NZ$15.00
  • Family NZ$89.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$29.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Youth International$15.00
  • Family International$89.00
  • Adult NZ$29.00
  • Youth NZ$15.00
  • Family NZ$89.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$29.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Youth International$15.00
  • Family International$89.00
  • Adult NZ$29.00
  • Youth NZ$15.00
  • Family NZ$89.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$29.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Youth International$15.00
  • Family International$89.00
  • Adult NZ$29.00
  • Youth NZ$15.00
  • Family NZ$89.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$29.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Youth International$15.00
  • Family International$89.00
  • Adult NZ$29.00
  • Youth NZ$15.00
  • Family NZ$89.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$29.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Youth International$15.00
  • Family International$89.00
  • Adult NZ$29.00
  • Youth NZ$15.00
  • Family NZ$89.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$49.00
  • Youth International$25.00
  • Family International$148.00
  • Adult NZ$39.00
  • Youth NZ$19.00
  • Family NZ$116.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$49.00
  • Youth International$25.00
  • Family International$148.00
  • Adult NZ$39.00
  • Youth NZ$19.00
  • Family NZ$116.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$49.00
  • Youth International$25.00
  • Family International$148.00
  • Adult NZ$39.00
  • Youth NZ$19.00
  • Family NZ$116.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$49.00
  • Youth International$25.00
  • Family International$148.00
  • Adult NZ$39.00
  • Youth NZ$19.00
  • Family NZ$116.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$49.00
  • Youth International$25.00
  • Family International$148.00
  • Adult NZ$39.00
  • Youth NZ$19.00
  • Family NZ$116.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$49.00
  • Youth International$25.00
  • Family International$148.00
  • Adult NZ$39.00
  • Youth NZ$19.00
  • Family NZ$116.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$49.00
  • Youth International$25.00
  • Family International$148.00
  • Adult NZ$39.00
  • Youth NZ$19.00
  • Family NZ$116.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$49.00
  • Youth International$25.00
  • Family International$148.00
  • Adult NZ$39.00
  • Youth NZ$19.00
  • Family NZ$116.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$49.00
  • Youth International$25.00
  • Family International$148.00
  • Adult NZ$39.00
  • Youth NZ$19.00
  • Family NZ$116.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$49.00
  • Youth International$25.00
  • Family International$148.00
  • Adult NZ$39.00
  • Youth NZ$19.00
  • Family NZ$116.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$49.00
  • Youth International$25.00
  • Family International$148.00
  • Adult NZ$39.00
  • Youth NZ$19.00
  • Family NZ$116.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$49.00
  • Youth International$25.00
  • Family International$148.00
  • Adult NZ$39.00
  • Youth NZ$19.00
  • Family NZ$116.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult International$49.00
  • Youth International$25.00
  • Family International$148.00
  • Adult NZ$39.00
  • Youth NZ$19.00
  • Family NZ$116.00
  • Infant Free

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

4.6

27 reviews

Showing all 27 authenticated Bookme reviews

C Clegg from United Kingdom wrote on 23 February 2024

Well worth the trip

It was a rainy cloudy morning when we started up on the Sky Waka. However by the time we reached the top there were bits of blue sky showing. There was only one walk open because of the weather - the Skyline walk. It was hard work climbing at altitude and I hid the halfway sign from my husband 😂, but the view of Mt Ngauruhoe (Mt Doom) at the top was worth it. Definitely a level of fitness needed and it was very blowy at the top but a great feeling of achievement. Lunch at the café was welcome afterwards.

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sequoia from New Zealand wrote on 18 May 2024

Stunning views

A lovely ride up the mountain experiencing wonderful sights . Cafe was nice but had run out of white wine which was disappointing. We went up last day of summer season so was not as busy

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Tania from New Zealand wrote on 19 April 2024

Good family day out

Was a nice day out. Nice seeing a different view of the mountain and going for walk around the top was good. This is a great thing to do in the summer cause the views are amazing, take a picnic up and enjoy. Lovely friendly staff greeting with a smile and they have lots of energy. Was a lovely family trip for us. Thank you.

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Lucie Douma from New Zealand wrote on 15 April 2024

Enjoyable morning with great views

Had a fantastic time with great views from the cafe.

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Sammy Lauro from New Zealand wrote on 28 February 2025

Sky Waka Condola pass

We set out for Skyline Rotorua, unaware that our reservation was actually at Whakapapa, Mount Ruapehu. Unfortunately, we lost the money we spent on our original booking, as Skyline Rotorua refused to recognize our reservation for Skyline at Mount Ruapehu. This situation has forced us to pay again for the Gondola experience. Can we have arefund?

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From Whakapapa, Mt Ruapehu - Sky Waka Gondola Pass

Kia ora, Firstly we are sorry to learn you booked the wrong gondola, it is understandable that Skyline Rotorua would not recognise your booking as we are completely different operators. It appears you have not yet requested a refund through Book Me for your booking with us - please go ahead and do that so you can receive the refund.

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