There are several places to go and explore the snow in Australia. Despite its boiling conditions, Australia is also home to alpine scenery. There are some great places to go skiing or snowboarding.
Australia is home to some famous skiing and snowboarding destinations. The border between New South Wales and Victoria is home to some of the most wonderful snow conditions. From Victoria’s High Country to the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales, you’ll find a place to hit the slopes this winter!
Thredbo
Thredbo is a popular ski resort amongst tourists and Aussies alike. If you’re in Sydney…head to Thredbo!
Welcome to the largest run in Australia! You’ll find a thrilling, long run called the Crackenback Trail at Thredbo. There are heaps of runs across Thredbo, ranging from beginner-friendly runs to intermediate runs. 6 hours south of Sydney, this exciting snow resort is a popular spot for those who are Sydney-based. With plenty of accommodation options around and a lively ski village, you won’t be short on activities around this fun-filled mountain!
Mount Buller
Welcome to the closest place to Melbourne for a snow adventure! Check out Mount Buller. It’s only 3 hours from Melbourne, so you’ll be able to get to Mount Buller quite easily, making Mount Buller the ultimate option for a single day snow tour from Melbourne.
There are heaps of things around Mount Buller that you can do. From cosy cafes to swish restaurants, you’ll find a place to refuel after your day out on the slopes.
If you’re still learning the ropes, head over to Little Buller Spur – which is a wide slope. For intermediates, there’s a parallel to this which leads up to the Wombat Chair. Whatever your ability, you’ll find a suitable run for you at Mount Buller.
Falls Creek
Falls Creek is your go-to snow haven if you’re after a family-friendly adventure in the mountains! Falls Creek has plenty of options for either skiing/snowboarding, or cross-country skiing. It is home to the biggest bit of skiing and snowboarding terrain in the whole state. Welcome to Victoria’s ultimate ski season village! There’s a green run for beginners, a blue run for intermediates, and an advanced run is the black run.
Perisher
Not too far away from Thredbo, you’ll find Perisher. It’s just a 50 mintue drive from Thredbo, but it’s the largest ski resort in the Southern Hemisphere. Perisher is a well-visited snow resort due to its 47 lifts and 1,245 acres of skiable terrain. It’s a mammoth site, so you won’t be stuck for places to go!
What do the different runs mean?
Different colour slopes depend on your ability.
If you’re on a green slope, it’s relatively easy and flat. The blue slope has more of an incline, and the black slope is highly inclined.
Join us in the snow!
Looking for snow from Melbourne? Come with us to Mount Buller or Lake Mountain!
Joining from Sydney? Check out our Thredbo tours!
Come and join one of our snow tours to whizz down the mountain and get your fix of winter thrill!