Soho Basin

About

Cat-skiing mountain experience on uncrowded, pristine slopes. Your day, your pace, your mountain.

Story

At Soho Basin, we create unforgettable experiences. Our private ski area offers pristine high-country terrain, world-class views and gourmet dining in an atmosphere of relaxed and understated luxury. We combine the fun and adventure of an alpine off-piste experience with the ease and creature comforts of high-end ski resorts.

After reaching Soho Basin via a 60-minute drive or 10-minute helicopter ride from Queenstown, you’ll access our 264 hectares of skiable terrain from the comfort of a heated cabin, atop our state-of-the-art snowcats. Once on your skis or board, you’ll experience wide-open slopes and expansive vistas of the Southern Alps. With a huge variety of terrain at your feet, you can cruise down gentle slopes, navigate steep chutes, or anything in between.

With no more than two dozen guests per day, we craft bespoke experiences for intimate groups of friends and family. Our experienced on-mountain team will show you the best lines and the deepest powder, whatever your chosen style. And when you’re ready for a break, you’ll enjoy food and wine on the deck of our alpine hut, courtesy of the award-winning Amisfield Bistro.

Our company was established by long-time locals with a passion for the beauty and serenity of the Southern Alps. We take great pride in providing a handful of guests each day with a unique experience that’s like nothing else in New Zealand.