Host to 13 World Cup ski events, this top-class resort provides plenty of inspiration for budding ski stars. State-of-the-art snow- making gives Waterville Valley top-notch trail conditions all season, meaning happy days on the slopes for your school.
This village and ski resort built at the foot of Mt. Tecumseh and provides plenty of inspiration for budding skiers. Groups can expect a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
With our New Hampshire Ski Safaris you can combine your trip to Waterville Valley with neighbouring resorts including Loon, Cannon or Bretton Woods.
Ski and Resort Facts
At a glance information of all the resort and ski area facilities, facts and figures for this destination to help you pick the best resort for your group.
Accommodation
We choose properties which are suited to school groups. Audits are carried out on all properties featured, covering all safety and security concerns.
Useful information
Start planning your runs before you reach resort by downloading the piste map! Or take a look at available evening entertainment to keep students busy.
Skiing
Beginners will progress quickly on the gentle learning areas, whilst intermediates will enjoy the variety of blue cruisers. Experts too will enjoy the challenges of the double black mogul fields such as ‘True Grit’.
The resort has a variety of terrain-parks, with a selection of rails and boxes plus a super-pipe.
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Direction of slopes
Mostly Northeast
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Acres of terrain
220 acres / 0.89 km²
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No of trails
50
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Longest trail
1.9 miles / 3.1 km
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No of lifts
12
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Photo needed
No
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Highest lift
1220m / 4003ft
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Snow-making
100% of trails covered
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Average snowfall
148 inches / 376cm
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Destination airport
Boston or New York
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Flights times
Approx 7 hours
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Transfer times
2.5 hours from Boston, 6 hours from New York
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Medical facilities
Medical facilities in resort, hospital in Plymouth (18 miles)
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Children's facilities
Kindergarten and crèche
(up to 14 yrs)
Accommodation
Fairfield Inn & Suites 
- Fantastic value
- Great location near slopes
This brand new, state-of-the-art hotel offers friendly service, in a great location opposite a small shopping mall and with easy access to both the skiing and the evening activities.
Location: Superbly located in the outskirts of the University town of Plymouth, only 2 hours from Boston and equidistant to our NH ski areas; ski shuttles take approximately 25-30 minutes to Waterville Valley, Loon and Cannon mountains.
Facilities: Facilities include an indoor swimming pool and fitness centre, and an outdoor heated winter BBQ/picnic area for evening activities such as toasting marshmallows around the fire. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi throughout, and has a small convenience store in the lobby, and safe deposit boxes at reception.
Accommodation: Large, stylish and comfortable rooms with queen size beds, cable TV, hairdryers, coffee-making facilities and en-suite bathrooms. Some rooms also have refrigerators and work desks.
Meals: A hot breakfast and catered evening meals are served in the hotel breakfast / lobby area.
Indian Head Resort 
- Excellent value for money
- Fantastic location
Location: Spectacular views from this excellent property.
Facilities: Indoor and outdoor heated pools and a games room.
Accommodation: Based on 4 pupils sharing 2 queen beds with en-suite bathroom, cable TV, hairdryer and telephone.
Meals: Hot breakfast and buffet dinner served in restaurant.
Useful Information
Après-ski
- Bowling
- Cinema
- Ice-skating
- Swimming
Equity Ski USA/ Canada Price Package:
- Return travel by Air
- Overseas coach transfers
- All security charges, airport and local taxes
- 1 free staff place for every 10 full paying passengers by Air
Includes half-board accommodation, lift pass, 5 or 6 days ski tuition, ski boots, poles and helmet, dedicated resort representative service, fully comprehensive insurance, and 24 hour emergency service.
The Equity Ski USA/ Canada package details:
Transport Inclusions...
- Return travel by Air (coach to airport from school is available as an optional extra)
- Overseas coach transfers
- All security charges, airport and local taxes
- 1 free staff place for every 10 full paying passengers by Air
Resort / City Stopover* Inclusions...
- Half-board accommodation
- Dedicated resort representative service
*City Stopovers themselves are optional and at a supplement
Ski Pack Inclusions...
- Lift-pass
- 5 or 6 days of ski tuition (minimum 4 hours per day. Some resorts provide 4½ or 5 hours tuition per day as standard)
- Skis, boots and poles
- Helmet
Included Extras...
- 24 hour emergency service
- All travel documentation, luggage labels and resort information
- Personalised customer service throughout from your knowledgeable tour coordinator
Optional Insurance...
Fully comprehensive travel insurance (optional) includes:
- Ski breakage insurance
- Snow guarantee insurance
- Travel delay assistance
Extras to budget for...
- Lunch
- Evening entertainments
- ESTA or visa – please note that all visitors to USA require this
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Waterville Valley has extensive snowmaking facilities covering 100% of the trails providing guaranteed snow.
Bridget, Equity Operations Manager USA
