Getting here

Oversnow

Charlotte Pass is completely snowbound in winter and the only way to get in our out is with one of our oversnow transport vehicles. This is a truly unique experience to Charlotte Pass, and we have vehicles operating every 30 minutes during peak morning and afternoon periods.

What is an oversnow?

An oversnow is a transport vehicle which has been purpose built for the unique environment found in the Australian main range.

2024 Oversnow Prices

Adult (14yrs and over)

  • One Way $70
  • Return $140

Children (3 – 13yrs)

  • One Way $55
  • Return $110
Baggage Allowance

Each oversnow transport ticket includes a specific baggage allowance for passengers per person:

One kit comprising of:

1 piece of baggage and one small piece of hand luggage
1 pair of skis and poles
1 pair of ski boots

OR

1 piece of baggage and one small piece of hand luggage
1 snowboard
1 pair of snowboard boots 

Bags weighing over 23kg will incur a $5 per kilo excess weight fee.
Additional bags will be charged at $20 each.
No single piece of baggage can exceed 30kg. Any piece weighing over 30kg will NOT be accepted. 

Terms & Conditions

Please note that you should be ready for your Charlotte Pass oversnow transport to and from the resort at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time. If you miss your ticketed departure times then you will have to wait for the next available oversnow which could result in lengthy delays.

Full Oversnow Transport Terms & Conditions can be found HERE.

Catching The oversnow

Your Charlotte Pass experience starts at our Guest Services Office in Perisher Valley.

The Charlotte Pass Guest Services Office is located in the Perisher Valley Skitube Terminal, at the far end of the ground floor of the terminal building. This is where the Charlotte Pass Oversnow Transport departs from. From there you board one of our oversnow vehicles and take a scenic trip through the main range to Charlotte Pass.

OVERSNOW TRANSPORT

 By travelling, you acknowledge acceptance of our Oversnow Transport Terms and Conditions.

How to reach Charlotte Pass

Travelling to Charlotte Pass by Car

During winter you can drive to Perisher Valley and take our oversnow transport from the Perisher Valley Skitube Terminal. If staying overnight, you will need to park at Bullocks Flat Skitube as there is no overnight parking available at Perisher Valley or you can organise a Shuttle to take you to the Perisher Valley Terminal.
You may experience snow and ice on the road before you reach Perisher Valley. If you haven’t driven in alpine conditions before, check out these tips for driving in snow.

Travelling to Charlotte Pass by Bus Service 

Let public transport take you to Perisher Valley. Return service from Jindabyne to Perisher Valley runs every 30 minutes during peak and is the most affordable and stress-free way to get to Perisher Valley.

Return tickets include your entry into the national park.
$10 one way or $20 return.

Book now to secure your seat. 

Travelling to Charlotte Pass by Plane

Snowy Mountains Airport – There are several transport options available from the terminal.

Canberra Airport – Qantas operate daily flights from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth, and Rex fly from Sydney to Canberra.
Canberra is a 2-hour drive from Jindabyne, and 2.5 hour drive from Perisher Valley.

Travelling to Charlotte Pass by Private Transfer

Many private transport companies operate from Jindabyne and Cooma and can take you directly to the Perisher Valley Skitube Terminal. From here you will take our oversnow transport to Charlotte Pass in winter.

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