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3 years ago

Snow Planet is an awesome place to have a company ...

Snow Planet is an awesome place to have a company event. Lot's of different activities for everyone and a well run restaurant areas with great food and drinks.The Staff are very friendly and helpful, highly recommended for corporate events. Special thanks to Lucy who looked after us for the day.

K
3 years ago

Snells Beach School would like to say a HUGE thank...

Snells Beach School would like to say a HUGE thank you to Debbie and the team at Snow Planet for accommodating our Year 6 students yesterday!
Debbie was super supportive from the first email/phone call, helping to organise a fun day for our students who had missed out on their camp to Tongariro, not once - but twice, this year.
Everything was easy - the kids were well organised and well looked after by the instructors, the food was catered for well with a super selection for the children, and a fun time was had by all.
The children especially enjoyed the Winter Wonderland hour at the end of the day.
Highly recommend for any school groups.
Thanks again.

R
3 years ago

Normally this place is fantastic staff and all. Ho...

Normally this place is fantastic staff and all. However resently half the center has been replaced with this winter wonderland hut. Now all jumps and most tricks have been removed. The whole tubing area has also been removed. The remaining area to snowboard or ski has been made for beginners only.

This winter wonderland seems very much like a one time thing. After seeing it once I cannot imagine kids would actually enjoy it or want to go back to see it again. I would not recommend going until this is changed back to normal.

C
3 years ago

We went in as a group of 24 the youngest being 4 a...

We went in as a group of 24 the youngest being 4 and the oldest 67. Everyone had a great day. Staff were fantastic all around and for the snow adventurers there was an activity for everyone while the less adventurous sat in the cafe and watched through the window. A great family day.

S
3 years ago

Good coffee

Good coffee
Not over crowded
Discounts offered

L
3 years ago

Great place for a birthday party, Snow Planet did ...

Great place for a birthday party, Snow Planet did all the food, lollie cups, decorations and cake. Kids had a great time on the snow getting 1 hour lesson then 1 hour of play. Great day!

S
3 years ago

Our team from Modtec opted for our end of year Chr...

Our team from Modtec opted for our end of year Christmas Dinner here, a group of 27 people we opted for the Christmas Buffet and set ourselves up with a bar tab. The team at Snow Planet made it easy and were very accommodating to our needs. Everyone enjoyed the atmosphere and the food of which there was plenty. Would definitely return.

P
3 years ago

We visited the restaurant at the start of the scho...

We visited the restaurant at the start of the school holidays. The facility was badly understaffed. We were served a raw chicken skewer and told to cook it ourselves on a rock grill. This is ok for beef and lamb but unacceptable for chicken. It took 45 minutes to get the food. The staff did not seen interested in helping. We are a group of six people. Our food was served at different times with perhaps 20 minutes between the first and last person being served. The bar was unable to serve the first round of drinks I ordered of the menu because they had run out. We also tried to order lemonade but they had also run out of that.

F
3 years ago

Fun day at the Winter Wonderland. Winter Wonderlan...

Fun day at the Winter Wonderland. Winter Wonderland very festive. Plenty of tubes for everyone. Sledges also available for those a little nervous to go tubing.
Cafe was super busy and took over 45 minutes to get drinks we ordered, but place was mobbed at the time we ordered so staff were over run with orders and clearing tables.

D
3 years ago

What a wonderful place to enjoy 2 or 4 hours on fu...

What a wonderful place to enjoy 2 or 4 hours on fun on a real ski slope. The staff are great and a special thanks to Michael who looked after us so well. The apres ski cafe/bar is also a cool place to hang out. Highly recommended and good value too.

F
3 years ago

Ok

J
3 years ago

Called 4 times the day before to confirm I would b...

Called 4 times the day before to confirm I would be able to use my ski bike but had no one awnser. I left a message with my name and phone number but did not get a call back. I showed up and payed but then they told me I could not ride it because it was too busy. Ended up snowboarding instead.

M
3 years ago

Don't forget your gloves, its a chilly winter insi...

Don't forget your gloves, its a chilly winter inside snowplanet. Awesome for kids of all ages, my 2 year old loved tubing! Bigger kids loved everything. We didn't ski or snowboard this time round, winter wonderland held our attention, then inside to the dining area for a hot cup of chocky & lunch to warm up. Loved it!!! Highly recommend for all ages

M
3 years ago

Great fun. The instructors we got dor private less...

Great fun. The instructors we got dor private lessons were amazing, friendly and patient. The staff were all super helpful. Would recommend a lesson if its your first time, the first time package was great and just what i needed to feel comfortable. Wrap up warm because it is cold and waterproof clothing is a good idea. Would recommend to anyone thinking about skiing or snowboarding

J
3 years ago

I took my OED class. The instructors worked with m...

I took my OED class. The instructors worked with my class for an hour teaching them the basics of skiing and providing some team building activities. Students then had 3 hours free ski or snowboard. We all had a great time and will definitely look to return next year.

S
3 years ago

2.5 stars

2.5 stars
The winter wonderland has been the fall of this place, large portion of the field is taken up by building prefabs you cant go inside and fake trees. Barely even seen anyone in the winter wonderland.
first the construction meant not many other shapers to make jumps etc. but there hasnt been a big proper jump since the construction.

V
3 years ago

A good experience can be had here, especially if y...

A good experience can be had here, especially if you grab a deal via Groupon or grab one etc. The restaurant is quite good, lots of seating and a view of the slope. Plenty of parking onsite. Friendly service at the front counter and restaurant.

J
3 years ago

Such a cool place to have in Auckland, the kids lo...

Such a cool place to have in Auckland, the kids loved going there for tubing, and then to try skiing. It can get really cold so you need to go well covered as if you were at the mountain, minus the sun! Great cafe and an awesome place to celebrate kids parties!

J
3 years ago

I visited Snowplanet in early 2017 and I honestly ...

I visited Snowplanet in early 2017 and I honestly had so much fun! It felt so realistic and I loved the little 'lift' mechanism on both sides of the space. It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience and I would definitely go back next time I'm in Auckland!

X
3 years ago

Dirty snow, has never been changed.

Dirty snow, has never been changed.

There are pretty many stones and pretty much ice on the snow after new magic carpet built. They are very dangerous if you fall when you are riding. And they will reduce the life of your equipment.

Update after SP reply :
Will keep the comment until they done the construction and snow refresh.

3 Oct 2019

R
3 years ago

We attended with our U15 Rugby League team, and th...

We attended with our U15 Rugby League team, and they had a blast! Most had never been to the snow let alone skied / snowboard. It didn't take them long to learn on their own.
Great Place, Great Atmosphere, Awesome Service. I feel the group pricing is quite reasonable too. I'm planning on having my sons 10th Birthday here in Feb 2020.

G
3 years ago

We have been bringing our Year 5 students to Snowp...

We have been bringing our Year 5 students to Snowplanet as part of our EOTC week for the past 4 or 5 years. We felt that this year's visit was the best yet. We liked that all the children were challenged and therefore seemed to make more progress that in previous years. A huge thank you to the wonderful instructors.

B
3 years ago

A bit pricey. But it would be expensive to keep ru...

A bit pricey. But it would be expensive to keep running, so fair enough. Always busy after hours. Best to try time your adventure to fit in with quieter times to enjoy course with less pressure.

S
3 years ago

Snowplanet is great fun! The snow is very hard, n...

Snowplanet is great fun! The snow is very hard, not like real proper snow so if you fall it's not always that great. There's something for everyone, they offer free wifi while you're there. Non snowboarding/skiing visitors can enter the actual snow dome as well, just remember to dress warm as I think it's about -5 degrees inside the dome.
The food was great at the restaurant.
They also have a shop area where you can purchase snow items. I absolutely love the drinking bottles they sell!

S
3 years ago

I took a friend for dinner and tubing here last we...

I took a friend for dinner and tubing here last week. It's a nice facility with great staff but the tubing itself is sadly a bit dull considering the short track. It's more of a novelty than a thrill and it may get boring quite quickly for most people. I found the food was delicious, however my friend found the steak too salty and the curly fries overdone. I'm glad I only paid for 1 hour of tubing, it was fun but we struggled to stretch it out for longer than 45 minutes.

P
3 years ago

As a regular snowboarder who lives a long drive fr...

As a regular snowboarder who lives a long drive from the closest snow mountain I really appreciate this place. Whilst I have my own gear I have rented from here before and they have a huge range of Snowboards, Skis, Clothing, Helmets etc etc. Everything you could possibly need is located here. Great restaurant food for those who are watching. Beginner areas for those who are not so experienced and then a large slope for those who are more confident. Check the website for regular deals on pricing too. Great place for family, friends and kids.

C
3 years ago

Great snow fun for the kids but the coffee there r...

Great snow fun for the kids but the coffee there really needs improvement especially at the high price charged. Watery and unpleasant taste every time so won't buy there again. Maybe time to change supplier or get barista training.

P
3 years ago

Went tobogganing with the kids. Was a bit of a wai...

Went tobogganing with the kids. Was a bit of a wait to be served, but they added on time to compensate. Kids (5 and 7) had a blast! Would recommend two pairs of socks and gloves are a must!

L
3 years ago

Great tutors here. Definitely worth booking a less...

Great tutors here. Definitely worth booking a lesson if you are new to skiing.

Update as of dec 31st. The xmas wonderland grotto feature is apparently permanent. It takes up a massive lower slope area funneling all skiers into a narrow channel. Dangerous for beginners and school groups. Not great.

J
3 years ago

For competent riders the run is short, but that's ...

For competent riders the run is short, but that's what you get at an indoor slope. Jumps and rails are great quality but could do with more constant grooming at busy times. Great for what it is and there's usually good deals online and at certain times. It's kept at constant -2 to -4 so rug up.

About Snow Planet Ltd.

Snow Planet Ltd. is a unique and exciting indoor snow dome located in New Zealand. It is the first and only indoor snow dome in the country, offering visitors an opportunity to experience skiing and snowboarding all year round. Snow Planet Ltd. has quickly become one of Auckland's top family activities, attracting visitors from all over the world.

The facility at Snow Planet Ltd. is state-of-the-art, with a 200-metre slope that offers a range of terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. The slope is made from real snow, which is produced on-site using cutting-edge technology that ensures perfect conditions every day of the year.

In addition to skiing and snowboarding, Snow Planet Ltd. also offers a range of other activities for visitors to enjoy. These include tubing, which involves sliding down specially designed lanes on inflatable tubes; ice-skating on an Olympic-sized rink; and even ice-climbing up a 12-metre high wall.

One of the things that sets Snow Planet Ltd. apart from other ski resorts is its commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. The facility uses renewable energy sources wherever possible, including solar panels that provide power for lighting and heating systems.

Snow Planet Ltd.'s dedication to sustainability extends beyond its own operations as well – it works closely with local communities to promote eco-friendly practices throughout New Zealand's tourism industry.

Visitors can also take advantage of Snow Planet Ltd.'s excellent facilities off the slopes as well – there are several restaurants serving delicious food made from locally sourced ingredients; shops selling ski gear; and even conference rooms available for hire.

Overall, Snow Planet Ltd. offers an unforgettable experience for anyone looking to enjoy winter sports in New Zealand – whether you're an experienced skier or just starting out, there's something here for everyone!