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How to get to Treble Cone
Treble Cone is a 29km/35min scenic drive along the shores of Lake Wanaka.
Wanaka is renowned for having access to more lift serviced terrain and vertical than any other South Island ski destination.
Best bits about Wanaka:
-Breathtaking views from the lakefront of Mt Aspiring and the Southern Alps.
-Plenty of personal space
-Step out of the tourist traffic
-Enjoying an apres ski beer overlooking the lake in the afternoon sun.
A 100km/90min drive via the historic Crown Range.
5hr drive or 1hr direct flights available to both Wanaka and Queenstown.
Direct flights to Queenstown and Christchurch from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.
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| Daily Transport Options from Wanaka |
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TREBLE CONE MOUNTAIN SHUTTLES FROM MOUNTAIN BASE TO CARPARK.
PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON THE MOUNTAIN AND HIGH VOLUME OF DEMAND
FOR THE SHUTTLE SERVICE WE ARE UNABLE TO RUN TO SCHEDULE BELOW. INSTEAD THE SHUTTLES
WILL BE RUNNING AS FREQUENTLEY AS POSSIBLE TO MEET DEMAND.
$10 return per person. $10 one way. Cash Only
FROM BOTTOM CARPARK
approx times only 8.30am, 9.15am, 10am, 10.45am
FROM TOP CARPARK
approx times only 2.30pm, 3.15pm, 4:00pm
Bookings are recommended. Call Reception on 443 7443
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ALPINE SHUTTLES
03 443-7966
Operating fo more than 20 years servicing Treble Cone everyday of the season.
Our fleet of coaches departs Outside Sports at 8.15am and will also pick up from private and commercial accommodation.
With an impeccable safety record and expert staff we will get you to Treble Cone relaxed and ready to go!
Click to our site to find our options for transport tickets and booking.
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FLYING BUS
Bookings Freephone 0800 359 754 Text 0274 697 685
Pickup anywhere in Wanaka/ Albertown
Morning Service pickup around 8am arrive TC 9am. COST $28 (June only) $30 return
Midday Service pickup around 11.30am arrive TC 12.15pm COST $36 return
Depart TC 4pm.
We only go to TC and we're the only 4WD service ( faster on chain days).
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KIWI DISCOVERY
With over 20 years experience in mountain transport, sit back, relax and let the experts get you to Treble Cone.
Bus departs 8.45am daily from YHA Wanaka(Purple Cow) on Brownstone street.
Bookings essential. Book on line or phone: 441 8395 or free call 0800 505 504
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SNOWPOOL
Snowpool.org.nz is a free simple site to help carpooling to the ski-fields. Save petrol, meet new people, and use less oil - start carpooling today!
Or check out Snowtweeters.com to find outher compatible skiers and riders during your next trip to Treble Cone.
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MOUNTAIN RIDE SHARE
A new vehicle pooling website to help mountain enthusiasts connect on their road journeys to, from and between ski resorts all over the world
www.mountainrideshare.com
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Daily transport options from Queenstown:
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KIWI DISCOVERY
No need to worry about driving icy mountain roads and fitting chains, relax and let the experts take you to Treble Cone.
Guaranteed seating and pick ups from over 25 locations around Queenstown. Bus departs town centre at 7.30am.
Bus and lift packages available for just $115 per adult and $75 per child.
Bookings essential. Phone: 441 8395, free call 0800 505 504 or online
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| GLENORCHY AIR SCENIC FLIGHT |
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- How much will it cost?
$249 per person including flight, lift pass and mountain shuttle.
$169 per person including flight and mountain shuttle.
- How do I book?
- Through you nearest Information Centre or direct on Ph (03) 44 222 07 by 2100 (9pm) the night before. Space may be availabale on the day, if you call at 0800 in the morning.
- On the web at http://www.glenorchy.net.nz/, 24 hours before the trip only
- What do I need to know about booking?
We need 4 people (or equivelent price) booked for the next day to confirm.
Until those numbers are confirmed booking is on a standby basis.
Our cut off is 9pm the night before. If we don't have sufficient numbers to schedule a service all customers will be contacted at that time by text or call.
We can take bookings after that time provided we have minimum numbers
- Can I take my ski gear on the plane?
Certainly. We ask that skis are securely paired together and any loose straps from snowboards tied down. For your safety, hard ski boots cannot we worn on the plane and must be carried separately.
- What information do you need to make a booking?
- We need to know the number of people,
- Where you are staying and room number.
- A cell phone contact to a member of your party (if possible)
- If you require transportation to and from airport (additional cost of $15 per person)
- What is your morning schedule?
Weather check at 8.00am. Clients Check -In time at Queenstown Airport Desk is 8:40am. Pick ups start at 8.00am. If clients are making their own way to the airport please be at the Glenorchy Air desk in the terminal (close to the baggage claim) by 8.15am. Limited transportation is available (to and from Central Queenstown accommodation) at an additional cost of $15 per person, round trip.
- How long is the flight and what do we see?
The flight is 12-15 minutes flying to Treble Cone airstrip
We fly over Arrowtown on our way out of the Wakatipu basin and then through the Motutapu Valley with views of the Skippers and Cardrona ranges either side before touching down in the Matukituki Valley.
- How do I get to the mountain?
When we land at the base of Treble Cone the mountain shuttle service picks you up. The shuttle trip takes between 10-15 minutes up the 7km access rd.
- What time do you return?
Our scheduled return is to leave the mountain at 4pm.
However the shuttle runs from 2.30pm and with the agreement of ALL the parties we can return earlier.
Chartered flights can schedule specific returns outside of this time.
- When do you make a weather call?
7.30am in the morning and Glenorch Air will make a decision if they are flying or not flying.
- How do we know whats happening?
Either call us on 44 222 07 or if we haven't heard from you by 7.45am we will text or call you if we have your details. Our phones are answered until at least 9pm seven days a week.
Visit here for all details on flight times and packages.
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