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Find us at: 357 Puanga St, Turangi
Visit Snowscene on the way to Mt Ruapehu, for best-priced snow gear rentals and fast expert service.
Book your snow gear with us, or submit for a free no obligation quote and receive 10% off your order's total when you visit our store. Click the link below to start! (Prices quoted exclude discount. Discount applied instore)
Literally everything you need for your ski, snowboard or sightseeing/sledding day at Whakapapa!
Plus providing you with expert fast fitting, and all the local mountain knowledge to be prepared for your day
Grab a top quality, perfectly sized ski or snowboard setup, then kit out with warm waterproof snow pants, snow jackets, gloves, goggles and snow boots.
Get prepared for the mountain, before you hit the slopes for a stress free day
We are conveniently located in Turangi - 40 mins from Whakapapa Ski Field
If your travelling from Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga, Taupo or south bound - you'll pass by our shop
Call in the night before to fit out, or in the morning. Return that day, or take the gear for multiple days. We have flexible rental terms to suit any holiday duration or plan. Only pay for the days you use the gear!
Checkout our full rental pricing. Prices exclude the 10% discount.
A must read if it's your first time visiting Mt Ruapehu.
View all our helpful articles, covering the different ski fields, holdiay planning and more!
Hopefully you will find your answer here, if not - call us on (027 39 33 099) or email us at - hello@snowscene.co.nz - and we'll gladly assist you.
Where can we find you?
Just a quick 3 minute drive out of Turangi. As you leave turangi, en-route to the mountain, instead of turning left toward the national park - stay driving straight to the village of Tokaanu to find us.
What are your rental hours?
Our shop is open July, August, and September from 7.30am - 6pm every day, with a 9pm close on Fridays [not October]. In October our hours dependent on conditions and snow cover. Always check our up to date hours on our home page or Google.
Do we get charged if the mountain is closed?
Nope. If the field doesn't open, simply return the gear by 10am for a refund or contact us to keep the gear until it re-opens
What if I'm unsure what days I will use the gear?
No worries, we will allow you to take the gear for as long as you need, and pay only for the days you used the gear upon returning. This way, you can take a few days off without returning the gear each time you don't use it
Can I fit out the night before?
Yes you can fit out and take your gear the afternoon before, for no extra cost.
I've hired before, can I get the same gear?
Yes, we save the EXACT sizing and details of each piece of equipment you hire. This means you can book the same gear online or call in advance, and we will have your exact setup ready to collect - just mention your name!
Can I extend my rental period?
Yes, unless the gear is needed for another customer, simply ring us to extend the rental.
Do I need to book ahead with sizes etc?
Unless you are a large group, or know EXACTLY what you need, its more efficient to visit us during our opening hours for a fitting session with our staff. We have plenty of gear so don't worry about missing out!
Can I hire gloves for snowboarding?
Sorry, we no longer hire gloves for snowboarding. We have a range of gloves for sale in store starting at around $25. Glove hire is more for sightseers and skiers.
Any questions or concerns, please contact us as we would love to help you out. Alternatively, call us on 027 39 33 099
Open 7 days a week, 730AM - 6PM
9PM close on Fridays for late night fit outs, ready for Saturday!
