The Snowies in Winter

Thredbo Ski Resort

Thredbo is Australia’s Best Ski Resort, taking out the prestigious award from the World Ski Awards for seven years running.

Thredbo Resort boasts a huge amount of snow terrain for all ages and abilities, a range of lessons and programs to help you get your snow feet, plus Australia’s biggest and best winter events. What’s really unique about Thredbo is its beautiful vibrant village right at the base of the mountain with a range of accommodation, restaurants, bars, cafes and retail shops…keeping you entertained both on and off the mountain.

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Perisher Ski Resort

Perisher is located in the Kosciuszko National Park and is home to 3,000 acres of rideable terrain across four resort areas, making it the largest alpine resort in the Southern Hemisphere! In winter, Perisher Valley, Blue Cow, Smiggin Holes and Guthega are connected by ski and snowboard trails to form Perisher Resort. With 47 lifts, 5 terrain parks and over 100 trails, you’ll find the space to discover your moment in the snow.

With heaps of family friendly runs and plenty of easily accessible beginner terrain, Perisher is a favourite holiday destination for families.

Whether you’re a first timer, a confident intermediate or a seasoned pro, you’ll find what you’re looking for at Perisher.

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Charlottes Pass Ski Resort

Charlotte Pass Snow Resort is Australia’s Highest Resort and the only resort in Australia to be completely snowbound in winter. It offers a truly unique snow experience with no cars, no crowds and no long lift queues – guaranteed!

Skiing in Australia was born in Kiandra in the 1860’s and by 1930 a 38-bed Chalet was built at Charlotte Pass.

It was enlarged in 1933, but burnt down eight years later. The current Kosciuszko Chalet Hotel was built on the same site in 1939.

To this day, the Chalet remains the heart of Charlotte Pass Snow Resort. Charlotte Pass has expanded significantly over the years, with the introduction of several independently owned hotels and lodges, and installation of T-Bars, Pomas and the Kosciuszko Triple Chair.

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Selwyn Resort

Selwyn is a family owned and operated snow resort nestled in the NSW Snowy Mountains, just a short and scenic drive from Cooma or Tumut. The closest towns to Selwyn are Adaminaby and Talbingo.

Selwyn is a place where you can enjoy time with your kids or let your inner child run wild. Families love spending time at Selwyn, it’s ideal for beginners or for those who have never seen snow before. If you are looking for a get-away that’s hassle free and where you can build memories that you will never forget, this is the place for you!

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Disabled Wintersport Australia

DWA is a multi-faceted, self-help sporting organisation founded in 1978 by Australia’s first Paralympic skier Ron Finneran and Canadian instructor Bruce Abel. The purpose of DWA is to provide opportunities for people with disabilities to enjoy winter sports and, equally importantly, to enjoy the magnificent environment that is Australia’s Snowy Mountains with fellow skiers.

Winter sport for Australians with a disability is now no longer a dream. Thousands of disabled Australians regularly visit our snowfields, irrespective of disability, to enjoy winter sport in its many and varied forms.

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Stuck on how to get here? No stress, it's easy! Whether you're driving, flying, or taking a bus or coach, it's all part of the adventure!

Driving

The drive from Sydney to Jindabyne is five hours, from Melbourne it’s seven hours and Canberra is two hours. The slopes of Thredbo and Perisher are about a 30min drive from Jindabyne in good conditions and the Bullock’s Flat Skitube station is 20min, with plenty of parking.

Bus

Several coach companies operate services from Sydney and Canberra to Jindabyne. These services run throughout the year and require booking in advance. Some of the major operators include Greyhound Australia and Murrays Coaches.

By Air

While Jindabyne doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to nearby airports and then travel by road to reach Jindabyne. Here’s how:

Canberra Airport (CBR)
or
Cooma Snowy Mountains Airport (OOM):

Shuttle service: Some companies offer shuttle services from Canberra or Cooma Airport to Jindabyne. These services must be booked in advance and may have limited schedules.

 

Getting to Thredbo and Perisher

In Jindabyne, there are several travel options to get to Thredbo and Perisher:

  1. Shuttle Services:
    • There are regular shuttle services specifically tailored for transporting visitors between Jindabyne and the ski resorts. These services operate during the ski season from pick-up points in Jindabyne and surrounds. For more information click here
  2. Private Transfers:
    • Private transfer companies offer door-to-door services between Jindabyne and the ski resorts. These can be booked in advance and provide flexibility in terms of pick-up times and locations. For more information click here
  3. Self-Drive:
    •  It’s about a 30-minute drive to Thredbo and around a 40-minute drive to Perisher. You will also need to carry chains in the  National Parks and purchased a parks pass. For pricing and more information click here
  4. Skitube to Perisher
    • You can drive yourself, get a shuttle bus or private transfer, to Bullocks Flat Termina, where the Skitube departs for Perisher Valley. It’s located about 22 kilometers from Jindabyne and is well-signposted from the Alpine Way.  For more information click here