Our Ultimate Winter Bucket List
Posted on 16 Apr, 2024 in About Thredbo
The temperature has dropped, the snow is starting to fall and it’s time to get pumped for winter 2024.
From skiing or snowboarding Australia’s longest runs, travelling to dinner via snowcat and a non-stop line-up of events, prepare for once-in-a-lifetime experiences this winter.
Keep scrolling for Thredbo’s Ultimate Winter Bucket List… How many things will you tick off this winter?
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Ride the new Thredbo Alpine Coaster - The Southern Hemisphere's only Alpine Coaster!
Be one of the first to ride our new year-round Alpine Coaster which is opening this winter! At 1.5km in length, you’ll be able to control your speed of up to 40km/h as you travel along a mix of uphill and downhill tracks featuring a tunnel, bridges and circles that traverse the alpine environment.
Ski or snowboard all of the 'Big 5' runs
Thredbo is home to some of Australia’s longest runs and almost double the amount of vertical than any other resort in the country. Ride ‘The Big 5’ with Australia’s longest ski runs. Funnel Web (3.2km), World Cup (3.5km), Supertrail (3.7km), Village Trail (5km) and High Noon to Cruiser (5km). With over 50 runs to explore, there’s something for everyone.
Ring the bell at Australia's highest lifted point
Announce to the whole of Thredbo that you have officially reached Australia’s highest lifted point by ringing Thredbo’s Community Bell. Ride the Karels T-bar up to 2037m and take part in an iconic Thredbo experience. Don’t forget to snap a photo for mum and dad!
Ride Australia's Only Alpine Gondola
The Merritts Gondola is a high-speed, eight-person Gondola that takes skiers, snowboarders and scenic passengers from the Village to the base of the Cruiser Area in approximately 6 minutes.
Level up your skills with a lesson at Thredbo Snowsports School
Make this the winter you take your skiing or snowbaording to the next level! We’ve got one of the best snowsports schools in Australia with a variety of lessons and programs to suit all abilities. Our outstanding team of instructors provide the best possible opportunity to learn or improve your skills, build confidence on the mountain and access lift line priority.
Marvel at the iconic Saturday night Flare Run and Fireworks Spectacular
An iconic Thredbo moment for over 30 years. Every Saturday night in winter, our team of expert skiers and snowboarders wind their way down the Supertrail with flaming flares. Then, watch on from the village as the magical Fireworks Spectacular light up the mountain. Perfect for all ages, this free show is not to be missed.
Settle into an afternoon of après on the Merritts Mountain House Deck
The deck at Merritts Mountain House is the place to be in-between laps in the Cruiser area! With DJ sets every weekend, delicious food and drinks, the vibes are flowing everyday during winter.
Explore beyond the boundaries on a Thredbo Backcountry Tour
Looking for a new adventure? You can’t go past a Backcountry Tour for an exciting day out in the mountains! Tours range from beginner through to advanced with a guide who’ll show you the way, share safety tips and inform you about our rich history, ecosystem and indigenous heritage.
Create once-in-a-lifetime memories by booking one of Thredbo's unique Alpine Experiences
Elevate your winter visit to new heights with Thredbo’s Alpine Experiences. From watching the sunrise over the mountains and scoring first tracks to riding in a snowcat after dark to Australia’s most iconic on-snow restaurant, expect once-in-a-lifetime adventures.
Take a walk down memory lane at the Thredbo Alpine Museum
With a VR skiing experience, a comprehensive collection of winter sports memorabilia plus displays on the history of skiing and snowboarding in Australia to check out, explore Thredbo’s amazing history and heritage at the Thredbo Alpine Museum. Thredbo Alpine Museum is dedicated to sharing inspiring stories from the Australian snow sports and adventure seeker community as well as showcasing the unique Snowy Mountains.
Enjoy live music and entertainment at one of Thredbo's free après events
The action certainly doesn’t stop on the mountain in Thredbo. After a big day on the slopes, slide straight into après mode at Alpine Bar with one of our famous après events. Enjoy live sets from some of the country’s biggest artists, dance underneath the fireworks and celebrate winter all night.
Dine at Australia's Highest Restaurant
Perched high above Thredbo Village at 1937 metres is Australia’s Highest Restaurant, Eagles Nest. After a big morning on the slopes, stop in for a delicious Italian lunch or indulge in one of Eagles Nest’s famous hot chocolates while enjoying panoramic views of the valley!
Whether you ski, snowboard, hike, mountain bike or are visiting for the first time, our app is your companion to Australia’s Premier Adventure Destination.
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Thredbo sits on the traditional land of the Monero – Ngarigo people who have looked after this land, water and community for over 60,000 years. We thank them for all they have done and continue to do to look after their country, a special place which we all love and respect.
