Live in Australia? Or keen to visit? Don’t just spend the winter holiday trapped indoors, plan a trip to the alpine resort of Thredbo in New South Wales and enjoy a really special winter experience that will get you outside and enjoying the snow.
There’s a ton going on in Thredbo all winter long. Here’s a list of the top winter activities that will keep you outdoors.
1. Enjoy the Thredbo Resort
The village is sure to hold your attention with entertainment, shopping, dining, and nightlife. The Thredbo Leisure center has gym activities and classes that will keep you occupied.
2. Nordic Skiing
Skiing is an activity famously enjoyed during the Australian winter, and is featured in Thredbo holiday packages. Nordic skiing includes cross country and ski jumping. This winter activity is ancient, and was has been recognized as an official sport since the 1860s.
3. Alpine Skiing
Alpine Skiing is downhill skiing, in which the skier might participate in downhill racing.
4. Snowboarding
Snowboarding gained its popularity in the 1960s and has become a very exciting winter sport in mountainous areas. It is influenced by extreme sports such as skateboarding and surfing. It was recognized as an official sport in 1985, and has been since been included in the winter X Games, US Open, and the Olympic games.
5. Snowmobile racing
Snowmobiles are mobile sleds that are created for the purpose of driving on snow and ice. These vehicles are fun to ride on plowed paths or off-road terrain in the snow. They were originally created for the purpose of travelling through harsh conditions of snow but have gained widespread popularity through racing and trick sports.
6. Dog Sledding
Dog sled racing was first introduced as a winter sport in the 1932 Winter Olympics. The sled itself is pulled by a team of sled dogs that are attached by a harness. The races consist of sprints, mid distance, and long distant races that can range from 4 to 100 miles.
7. Snow shoeing
Snow shoes come in three types: aerobic, recreational, and mountaineering. The aerobic shoes are made for running, the recreation shoes are made for leisurely walks, and the mountaineering shoes are designed for cross country and off trail exploring.
8. Tobogganing
Toboggans are sleds that ride directly on a snowy hill, and are a popular activity for everyone, from adults to small children. The only equipment needed is a toboggan, a hill, and appropriate attire to keep warm, and the family will be entertained for hours.
9. Ice Skating
Ice skating can be done on an ice skating rink or a frozen body of water. Rinks are a much preferred arena for skating because they are much safer, the area being specifically designated for skating. Children and adults can enjoy this activity together, and its a great workout.
10. Hockey
Ice hockey is a very popular winter sport, played by vacationers and professional sports teams alike. If competing is not in your interests, you can enjoy this spectator sport safely from the sidelines. Various forms of hockey are present in many ancient cultures, and has been played in the Winter Olympics since 1924.
Thredbo really is one of the best places to visit near Sydney and although it is amazing all year round with activities in every season, winter really is when we recommend to go.
