Welcome to Temple Basin

Let the worries of the world drop away and immerse yourself in the alpine – Temple Basin is the perfect place to relax and connect with those around you.

After spending your day discovering the incredible terrain, relax in the evening with the comforts of fully catered, ski-in ski-out accommodation.

Our lodges offer hot showers, powerful drying rooms and comfortable beds. The Temple Basin bar is stocked with local wines and craft beers on tap, creating a truly memorable après ski experience.

Temple Basin is a skier and snowboarder’s paradise. Explore un-groomed terrain across multiple ridges and basins, accessed by three rope tows.

Beginners can find their feet on Cassidy and Temple tows, while intermediate riders explore Downhill and Upper Bills Basins, returning to the lodge via chutes or the walking track.

Those who are happy to hike will be rewarded with steep, technical lines from Temple, Blimit and Cassidy peaks, or fresh turns in the mighty Mingha. Did someone say… night skiing?!

While all are welcome to ski and stay at Temple Basin, we encourage those who feel a special connection to the place to consider becoming a member.

Members enjoy discounted skiing and accommodation, plus the knowledge that they are helping to keep the tows spinning and club-field culture alive!

Our membership structure is simple: just pay a joining fee and yearly subscription.

Want to level up your skills to explore further at Temple Basin? Take a course with the New Zealand Snow Safety Institute in mountaineering, avalanche awareness or ski touring.

Choose from a range of dates and course types, or arrange a course catered to your group, interests and skill levels.

With food and accommodation taken care of, it’s the perfect learning environment. After a morning theory session with incredible alpine views, you can spend the afternoon putting your new skills into practice.