Manawatu Lodge (Mt Ruapehu)
About our lodge
Situated 500 m west of the top of the Bruce Road, Mount Ruapehu, our ski lodge is available for members and their guests, and approved groups. Click here for directions.
Photo: Geoff Thornburrow
The lodge can accommodate 32 people, in bunkrooms that sleep between 4 to 6 people. We have all the comforts of home; two lounges, hot showers, drying rooms, ski and board maintenance area, and all the other refinements to make an enjoyable atmosphere. Most food is provided at the lodge. Those using it share food preparation and lodge housekeeping tasks.
Ski to the door if sufficient snow. Off with the boots, and inside to the warmth of après ski. In the morning a short warm up walk puts you back at the tow, ready to ride up the mountain. No parking or vehicle hassles here.
Relax in the evening; watch the sunset over Mt Taranaki, or play in the snowfield close to the lodge.
Bookings
For bookings or further information about the Manawatu Tramping and Skiing Club Lodge please contact:
Hugh or Liz Wilde
Email: lodge.bookings[at]mtsc.org.nz (preferred)
Phone: (06) 356-9450
up until 9:30 pm weekdays and weekends. Prepayment once a reservation is confirmed must be received by the Booking Officers to secure your booking - sorry, we do not support payment by Internet banking.
| Rates (including meals) | Per night | |
|---|---|---|
| Members | Guests of members | |
| Adults | $26.00 | $39.00 |
| Secondary school students | $23.00 | $36.00 |
| Primary school students | $20.00 | $31.00 |
| Pre-school (3-4 years inclusive | $10.00 | $10.00 |
Group Rates on Application.
What to bring
The lodge is a 15 minute walk from the Iwikau Shelter at the top of the Bruce
Road. Click here for directions.
The track will be covered in snow and ice in winter and is steep and slippery
in places. If walking to the lodge in the dark, make sure you have your
torch handy.
Put your gear in one large waterproof pack and wear boots or solid shoes.
Ski Gear
- Waterproof trousers and parka
- Gloves and Hat
- Sun glasses
- 2-3 layers of Poly pro or woolen vests
- Suntan lotion
- Water bottle/thermos
- Day pack
- Nibbles
- Money for lunch & drinks
- Warm pants
- Long socks
Lodge
- Torch
- Pillow case
- Sleeping bag
- Towel & toiletries
- Footwear for inside the lodge
- Change of clothes
- Bread
- Fruit
- Nibbles
- Fresh Milk (if preferred - powdered milk is provided)
There are good drying rooms for boots and clothes.
All the food is provided (except bread) but if you want fresh fruit, fresh
milk or biscuits, you will need to bring these.
Bring enough bread for lunch and breakfast.
Check out www.mtruapehu.com for more information on lift rates and ski hire.