TEMPLE BASIN SKI AREA New Zealand

Transport Information

ACCESS TO TEMPLE BASIN SKI AREA

Travelling from Christchurch City the Temple Basin car park is set beside State Highway 73, 4kms west of Arthurs Pass Village.

From its well-defined walking track the walk takes you up to the Lodge and the Ski Field.

The walk takes 45-minutes in good conditions, and provides good views of the Pass and the surrounding mountains.

A free baggage lift carries your gear for you.

THE GOODS LIFT

The Temple Basin Goods Lift will transport your gear up the mountain. There is no charge for this service. The baggage lift is located 300m west of the Temple Basin car park along State Highway 73 (towards the West Coast).

Other times for using the lift can be arranged by calling the goods lift office on (03) 377-7788.

GOODS LIFT - Hours of Operation
Monday to Thursday	9:00am - 11:30am	-----------------
Friday	9:00am - 11:30am	4:00pm - 6:00pm
Saturday to Sunday	9:00am - noon	4:00pm - 6:00pm

These hours are subject to weather conditions

Remember to wear suitable gear for your walk up the mountain

BUS TRANSPORT - Christchurch -Temple Basin - Greymouth

Atomic Shuttles Departs Christchurch City (Opposite Holy Grail, 88 Worcester Street, Christchurch) daily at 7.30am and arrives Temple Basin Goodslift at 10:05am.
Departs Temple Basin daily at 2:20pm; and arrives Christchurch City (Cathedral Square) at 5:30pm.

CHRISTCHURCH to TEMPLE BASIN
2010 Coast to Coast : NZ$35.00 one way
2010 Coast to Coast : NZ$70.00 return
Excess luggage $5 - $10 (drivers discretion)

Bookings Office: Ph: 00 64 3 349 0697

Website: http://www.atomictravel.co.nz

TRAIN TRANSPORT

Trans Alpine Rail transport is available from Christchurch City to Arthurs Pass Village. A truly scenic rail trip.

Departs Christchurch City daily at 8.15am and arrives Arthurs Pass at 10:42am.

Departs Arthurs Pass daily at 3:57pm and arrives Christchurch City at 6:05pm.

2010 Christchurch City to Arthurs Pass - NZ$59.00 - NZ$117.00 (one way)
2010 Arthurs Pass to Christchurch City - NZ$59.00 - NZ$117.00 (one way)
Details correct as at: 19/02/2010

TranzAlpine Rail Bookings Office:
Ph: 00 64 4 495-0775

TranzAlpine Website:
http://www.tranzscenic.co.nz

SHUTTLE TRANSPORT and Backpacker Accommodation

Arthurs Pass Taxis Service: Taxi shuttle transport is available either from the Arthurs Pass Railway Station or Mountain House Backpackers to the Temple Basin Car Park; the start of the Temple Basin Access Track.

Phone Bob the taxi owner on either:
Ph: 00 64 3 318-9258
Mobile: 00 64 27 419-2354 (Bob)
Mobile: 00 64 27 367-2138 (Nic)

2010 COST: NZ$25.00 each way; for up to 6-passengers, (subject to rate variations and price changes).

CANCELLATIONS for Temple Basin

All cancellations of Ski & Snow week bookings must be in writing. A 30% cancellation fee will be levied up to one month before the Ski / Snowboard ö Week booking commences. A 60% cancellation fee up to two weeks prior, and thereafter a 100% cancellation fee will be levied.

BOOKING YOUR STAY at Temple Basin

Please enquire as to the provisional availability of a booking.
No booking application(s) can be accepted without full payment.
All bookings are subject to confirmation as accommodation exists for only 120-people.
Click here to arrange your ski vacation.

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