The contour at Craigieburn Valley is very intoxicating and demanding. An ill-famed 600 m vertical descent of middle basin attainable by a short criss-cross trail makes Craigieburn area the centre of attraction in New Zealand . It is often compared to heli-skiing experience. Craigieburn is a gift from the snow gods.
Found in the Craigieburn Ranges of the Southern Alps, the resort is just a ninety minute drive from Christchurch International airport in New Zealand . It is immediately adjacent to the
Broken River ski area, with which it shares a ski pass system. Skiing between the two resorts is possible with some hiking involved.