Attraction - Building and Structure, Food and Wine, Natural, Sport and Recreation
The super resort of Perisher Blue is nestled in the immense Kosciuszko National Park in southern New South Wales, just two hours drive from Canberra or one hour's flight from Sydney to the Snowy Mountains Airport and then just one hour away by car.
Boasting an incredible 50 lifts and 1245 hectares of varied terrain to choose from, the resort is the most popular in Australia and the biggest in the Southern Hemisphere.
Perisher Blue caters to all standards of skiers, snowboarders and those just wanting to try something different. From corduroy groomed runs to deep powder stashes, Perisher Blue has it all. An alpine holiday suits everyone, singles, couples and families, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Great on snow features include a giant super half pipe, three terrain parks, snow tubing park, over 100km of marked cross country trails, snowshoeing tours, telemarking and the Spring Carnival in September.
Snow filled Gum Trees, tiny Pygmy Possums, Wombats, Kangaroos as well as a huge array of other interesting flora and fauna can be found in Perisher Blue and the surrounding National Park.
The snow season in Australia is from early June to early October, with a snowfall average close to three metres recorded each year. Perisher Blue has a highest lifted point of 2034 metres, plus an underground railway known as the Skitube that takes guests from below the snowline, up through the mountain and into the resort.
The resort has all your equipment needs, skis, boards and clothing available for hire or purchase as well as fine accommodation, retail shops, restaurants, bars and entertainment.
Perisher Blue has the largest ski and snowboard school in Australia with over 450 instructors to assist you. If you are a beginner, friendly, highly trained instructors will have you up and turning in no time at all.
Final approvals are now being sought for a new village development that will make Perisher Blue truly a world class facility in the near future. It is planned that the new development will include additional accommodation, restaurants, cafes and bars, conference facilities, retail stores, indoor leisure facility, ice skating, swimming pool and theatre.
In planning your next holiday, why not consider including Perisher Blue to your itinerary and add a unique experience you will never forget.
Open Time
Winter : June Long Weekend to October Long Weekend Ski Lifts : 8.30am - 5.00pm Skitube : Runs during the winter season | |
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