Located right in the heart of New Zealand's Southern Lakes, Wanaka is the gateway to some of the best freestyle terrain of anywhere in the world. Mint's 7-day Progression Tours offer something for everyone. From the first time park & pipe riders, to the most advanced freeriders, our Mint pro coaches have years of experience in helping riders of all levels, reach their desired goals.

Snow Park - situated above the Cardrona Valley halfway between Queenstown and Wanaka. Famous for its variety of terrain park features including; World Cup size Superpipe, quarter pipe, wall ride, over 40 rails and boxes, jumps and hits suitable for all abilities. Snow Park is 100% dedicated to freestyle snowboarding and skiing by providing the Southern Hemisphere's premier terrain park.

Mint Progression Tours not only focus on the freestyle element, as we also journey onto the other incredible ski areas surrounding Wanaka. For those wanting to progress their freeriding skills we check out both the resorts of Cardrona and Treble Cone.

Cardrona - known for its natural snow, wide open bowls and early morning groomies. Always baked in sunlight, relaxed and varied in terrain, 'Cardies' is a popular resort of many of the Mint crew. Combined with a great terrain park including 4 halfpipes, Cardona is somewhere that progress is inevitable.

Treble Cone – any rider wanting to progress their freeriding and 'big mountain' skills cannot pass up the chance to check out TC. Here we find terrain challenging everyone from beginners, through to the most accomplished skiers and snowboarders. Renowned for its powder and having some of the best backcountry runs in New Zealand, most of it within a short hike from the resort boundary.

What's Included?

  • group size no larger than 10 guests
  • ground transport and airport transfers
  • daily on and off snow instruction with Mint Crew always on call
  • all breakfasts and dinner
  • accommodation ranging from shared through to private cottages
  • lift passes
  • optional activities including; Heli-skiing and group filming with edited DVD guiding and coaching