Your pass to discover our
Whakapapa Summer Season
Welcome to our Summer Season
Our summer season runs from 29 November to 27 April 2025, every day (closed Christmas Day) subject to weather conditions

Explore the heart of New Zealand's North Island from above, satisfy your hunger and quench your thirst, during our Summer Season - December to April each year.

Travel on the Sky Waka gondola - New Zealand's premier gondola - 1.8km up to a height of 2020m above sea level.

Treat yourself to our 'Tea at 2020m' - our take on a traditional high tea at the top of the gondola in the Knoll Ridge Chalet (bookings required). Or enjoy our "Burger & Bevvy" combo, just $20 in addition to your Sky Waka gondola pass.

Other light food and beverage options also available.

Sky Waka gondola pass options

Sky Waka gondola sightseeing pass options
Sky waka gondola and high tea combo options
Sky Waka gondola and 'Burger & Bevvy' combo options

Sky Waka gondola and activity combo options

Sky Waka Gondola and Family Raft Trip combo
Sky Waka Gondola and White water rafting combo
Other pass options
Summer Season Pass
Adult $99
Youth $49
Infant $0
A sightseeing season pass for you to enjoy unlimited access to our Sky Waka gondola throughout our summer season.
Includes:
Unlimited trips on the Sky Waka gondola
Not Included:
Access on Christmas Day
Valid:
Mon - Sun
Buy Pass
Sky Waka gondola glass bottom upgrade
All Ages $40
Upgrade your sightseeing pass to a glass bottom cabin - two of 50 Sky Waka gondola cabins - and view the volcanic terrain under your feet. Expect a short wait for the cabin to circle and come free.
Includes:
One return trip
Valid:
Mon - Sun
Purchase on Mountain

Passes FAQs

When can I buy a summer sightseeing pass
What does a family pass include?