Ski Mt Buller, Three Hours from Melbourne, AUS
Most Accessible Alpine Ski Slope in Victoria, 30 km From Mt Stirling
Sep 19, 2009
Mt Buller is an easy three hours drive from Melbourne, Australia. It boasts over 300 hectares of ski-able terrain and is suitable for beginners through to advanced skiers.
Overview of Mt Buller Alpine Ski Resort
Mt Buller has 80km of groomed trails, a 100 meter earth-formed half pipe, three terrain parks and a boardercross course. It is just a 30-minute drive from Mt Stirling, a ski resort that offers 68km of x-country trails through sheltered woodlands. Mt Buller has 22 lifts, the most of any Victorian ski slope and boasts a variety of activities for all ages and abilities.
Mt Buller’s Alpine Village offers accommodation, restaurants and retail stores as well as ski equipment and ski clothing hire, however, long waits can be expected especially during peak times, so skiers may find it more convenient hiring ski gear from a ski or sporting goods store in Melbourne.
Activities Available at Mt Buller at Additional Cost
- Buller Kid’s Center – offers crèche, and Bunyip ski program (for ages 3-6 years) and the Buller Kids ski or snowboarding program (for ages 6-14 years). Available in single or multi day, includes meals and activities.
- Ski and Snowboarding School – lessons for adults, available in group or private lessons.
- Snowshoeing – guided snowshoeing walks.
- Snow tubing – spin through the snowtubing park inside a snow tube.
- Night skiing – available on Wednesday and Saturday nights in July and August, subject to weather conditions.
- Mt Buller Gnome Roam – a tour of the mystical gnome world of the mountain village.
- Telemarking – free heel skiing lessons.
- Scenic chair lift – ride the Blue Bullet or Horse Hill chairlift and experience the beautiful view.
- Cinema and museum – discover Mt Buller’s heritage or relax with the latest movie release.
- Alpine spa retreat – relax with a facial, massage or beauty treatment.
Mt Buller is an ideal day getaway or weekend adventure. It provides plenty of runs for skiers of all levels, so there’s no need to do the same run over and over. During summer, Mt Buller offers food and wine festivals, mountain bike riding, cycling, bush walking, guided tours, scenic chair lift rides, horse riding and fishing.
This article was correct at the time of publishing, however for current information such as pricing, bookings, activities or a map with directions to the mountain, visit the Mt Buller Alpine Resort website or phone 1800BULLER (1800 285 537) or +613 5777 6077.
Remember: During snow season chains must be carried or entry to the mountain will be denied.
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