A diverse variety of terrain to keep skiers of all abilities happy
Handy skitube alpine railway helps you avoid icy roads to the resort
Family friendly resort with tobogganing and tubing available
Cons
No real ski village and too many long T-bar lifts still in operation
Overall
4.3
Perisher is one of the top resorts in Australia. With 133 runs spanning 3,076 acres, it is well worth a visit if you find yourself in the area. To give you a snapshot of the resort, we've put together a comprehensive list of key statistics, including mountain profile, lift system, historical opening and closing dates, and ticket pricing. Make sure you read the reviews left by skiers and riders who've experienced it first hand, and check out how they rate the resort!
Perisher, NSW, Australia. The snow can be great, epic at times, mother nature plays plenty of games, you'll get plenty of time on the snow, be flexible and you'll score, no doubt!! Perisher has the potential to serve up blubird powder days with no one in sight! Be smart and you'll have the time of your life!... More
Average!3.2 / 5Nov 09, 2017
TRThomas R.
advanced snowboarder
The resort is great but it quite expensive for the quality of the snow. The mountain is quite wide with runs not very long which can make it difficult for snowboarders constantly skating. The app is really good ... More
Very Good!4.1 / 5Nov 08, 2017
LNLiam N.
expert skier
Perisher is easily accessible from Jindabyne which offers hostels accommodation for great value for money. The Ski Tube is a short drive and takes you up to the top of the hill. Snow was epic and the size of resort is fantastic for those worrying about how it would compare with European resorts. ... More
Very Good!4 / 5Oct 14, 2017
GGGary G.
I'm from Australia and this is where I ride. In my opinion Perisher has the other Australian resorts beat for one simple reason, it has so much more terrain! While Thredbo has a nicer village and slightly better food, Perisher has by far the best riding. From fun tree riding (gum trees which is a fun novelty), to some fun off piste, to groomers and... More
Superb!5 / 5Oct 09, 2017
BBrendan
With numerous lifts and T bars to take you across the wide mountain, Perisher has some of the best hidden runs in the Southern Hemisphere. A great mountain for those willing to adventure out and earn their turns, you can easily escape lift lines if you're willing to search for those un-tracked trails. Unfortunately there are limited spots on snow,... More
Superb!5 / 5Oct 07, 2017
BSBlake S.
Where do I start! Unreal Resort with plenty of lifts and Quality runs to suit all rider levels. Amazingly fun terrain for the playful riders. Perisher delivers all. I'll be back!!