Hanmer Springs Ski Area

When we booked we were unsure what to expect. What we found was a welcoming community where it feels like you are visiting family; the good kind! We will be back, no doubt about it. There are a few things I wish I knew before we went up, and did not see mentioned online (that may be my bad research) and I will list those below to make your stay even better than ours. 1: You need a 4 wheel drive with snow chains to access it in winter. I am from the city and this was not obvious to me. Thank goodness there is a shuttle bus that can take you up for a day trip. 2: Bring ALL the food you want to eat, and to make your life easier, prepare it before you go up. We had a bunch of pre-cooked food with us, and after a long day on the slopes you don't want to be cooking. 3: There is one spot with cell phone reception. Avoid it and you will have an absolutely relaxing time! The whole crew at the hut was amazing, and are doing an outstanding job at keeping the place running. I am looking forward to visiting in the summer and seeing what the hikes around there look like.
Aug 15th, 2022

Not a bad ski area at all, but the road was terrible. We were in a 4x4 but stopped twice to assist people in AWD cars. You need a 4x4 and chains if the road is wet, do not fool yourself. The run is great and were it not for the road, this would be a 5 star review.
Aug 3rd, 2022

We had 2 days at the Hanmer Ski Field (Amuri) and we loved every bit of it. We didn't stay at the lodge but definitely will in the future. On our first day, we drove up from Hanmer for some sledding. The slopes were empty and our 6yo had a great time. On our second day we did some skiing and snowboarding. We also has some 1 on 1 lessons. Everyone was so friendly and so willing to help out newcomers like us. Overall, it was a great experience and we'd love to come back. Some tips from our Winter trip: The drive from Hanmer is long and unsealed. It's a beautiful drive but make sure you check the conditions before you go and always bring chains. There is no rental on the mountain (only sleds) you can hire gear from Hanmer Adventure before you go up. They also have have a shuttle up the mountain if you don't want to face the drive. There is no food or Cafe on the mountain. They have a kitchen and tea/coffee facilities which can be used. If you are having lessons, bring cash :) Mobile phone reception is patchy. On Vodafone we only had voice/txt reception. Other carriers might be better.
Jul 23rd, 2022

Great club field run by friendly staff. Fun family experience.
Jul 19th, 2022

Epic local skifield big on the club vibe! Our group ranged from beginner to intermediate, and we were all able to find something up our alley (or slope). For lunch we had toasties (bring your own ingredients but toastie maker provided), and everyone on the mountain was super friendly throughout our stay. One of my friends got injured and the staff were kind enough to help her out and drove her down to Hanmer village far quicker than we were able to by the time we fitted chains. They went above and beyond, and we really appreciate it and can't wait to come back. Amuri round 2? Leshgo!!!
Jul 11th, 2022