35cm of dry fluffy fresh snow in the past 48 hours means the powder capital resort of Australia now has a 1 metre base and excellent skiing and snowboarding.
With more lifts and terrain set to open this weekend, Hotham is ramping it up for peak season and they’re just getting started.
Cold temperatures means the snow will stay beautiful and chalky this weekend and we expect clear sunny days, perfect for a winter weekend away.
Saturday night’s fireworks kicked off a fun night of music, food and good vibes as part of school holiday celebrations.
For the kids, Hotham’s mascot, Harry the Snowdragon, was out and about taking photos with guests.
You can sing along and dance with Harry the Snowdragon show at 4pm every Wednesday and Saturday at the Big D Kids Ski & Ride School.
3 ways to save on your Hotham trip this season
1. Save up to 15% on lift passes when you buy online 14 days in advance: jump online and organise everything (lift passes, lessons and equipment hire) from our Online Store before you get here.
» Save 15% on your lift passes when you buy 14 days + in advance online
» Save 10% on equipment hire when you buy 1 day + in advance online through Hotham Sports and OneTree Sports
» Save 10% on lessons (including Masterclasses) when you buy 1 day + in advance through the Ski & Ride School.
2. Save on lessons with our 3 Day Any Day Ski & Ride School special: Buy a 3 Day Any Day lesson for 20% off the normal lesson price for just $56 each lesson (this also includes Masterclasses). Lessons aren’t just lessons, they’re the best way to get the most from the mountain and you may even learn a few new spots to ride with some new friends.
3. Save on equipment hire with 25% off from 11 – 31 July: Available with online purchases only, hire your equipment for 25% off the full rate for skiing and snowboarding during this period. The discount is applied at the end of your purchase after you enter your credit card details.
Accommodation special
Stay at Maddison in Dinner Plain just 15 minutes down the road from Mt Hotham. Maddison is a beautiful three bedroom alpine chalet available for peak season dates! Walking distance to the new Blizzard Brewery, the Dinner Plain Snow Park, The Onsen Retreat + Spa and all the other amenities and activities Dinner Plain has to offer! Perfect for a last minute snow holiday! Book 3 nights or more and receive six bathing vouchers (single use) for The Onsen Retreat + Spa!
Call Hotham Holidays on 1800 468 426 or email holidays@yoursnowholiday.com.au and quote DPSPECIAL.
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