Whakapapa Adaptive Festival

Whakapapa Adaptive Festival

Join us for three unforgettable days celebrating inclusive snowsports on Mt Ruapehu. The Whakapapa Adaptive Festival brings together adaptive skiers and snowboarders, whānau, volunteers and supporters for a weekend of skiing, snowboarding, connection and community.

Whether you are new to adaptive snowsports or a returning participant, the festival is designed to create an inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can enjoy the mountain together.

Learn more about the Whakapapa Adaptive Festival

In order to select the ticket that best describes your involvement, please read the information below:

Adaptive Festival Participant

For guests who require volunteer support throughout the festival. This option is suitable for participants who require assistance from instructors and volunteers to take part in on-snow activities.

Adaptive Festival Independent Participant

For adaptive skiers and snowboarders who want to make the most of the included lesson opportunities, but can participate independently or with their own support person and do not require ongoing assistance from festival volunteers.

Adaptive Festival Supporting Guest

For parents, caregivers, whānau, friends or support people attending alongside a participant. This ticket allows you to take part in the festival experience and enjoy the mountain together.

Adaptive Festival Spectator Pass

For guests who would like to experience the festival atmosphere, connect with the adaptive community and support participants without taking part in on-snow activities. This includes a Sky Waka Gondola Pass for the duration of the weekend.

Please note: Festival capacity is limited, and supported participant places are dependent on volunteer availability.

ALL tickets cover the entire weekend period, from Friday through to Sunday, including all the required lift pass, rental, clothing and 2 x 1 hour private lessons.