Cold temperatures and a significant dose of the white stuff has Queenstown and Methven ?pumped? today (May 16) as ski areas welcome an early start to winter.
Read MoreChildren's Facilities
Children of all ages are catered for with the Skiwiland Early Learning Center and the Kea Club for the older ones.
Remember that children aged 10 years and under receive a FREE lift pass every day of the season at Mt Hutt.
Skiwiland Early Learning Centre
Skiwiland provides a safe and fun activity based child care on the mountain for the littlies from three months to five years, including play time in the snow with our fully trained and qualified staff. Parents can enjoy time on the slopes secure in the knowledge that their kids are having a great time in our fully licensed facility.
Spaces in Skiwiland are limited so booking in advance is essential.
A $25 non-refundable deposit per day per child is required to secure you child's booking into Skiwiland.
Skiwiland operates a nut free environment.
To find out more about costs the different programmes we run within Skiwiland please see here.
Kea Club
From Skiwiland kids graduate to the Kea club. Offering all day ski and snowboard instruction for all ability levels up to 15 years. Kea club is designed to encourage maximum participation and fun. Our trained staff will focus on safety, fun and learning for all levels. It's an excellent way for your children to make new friends and have a great day on the hill.
Lunch is provided in the Kea Club. Click here to find out more.

