Welcome to the Brown Bear website!

Here you’ll find everything you need to know about New Zealand skiing and snowboarding, as well as a whole lot of ways to indulge yourself when you’re in the South Island cities of Christchurch and Dunedin!

Check out Brown Bear Ski & Snowboard for essential ski area information, New Zealand ski reports, and the latest ski and snowboard gear. We’ve also got everything else you need to plan your winter holiday, from transport to accommodation and adrenalin-pumping activities to get your heart racing.

Head to Brown Bear Indulge and discover great ways to indulge yourself in Christchurch or Dunedin; from a day out at some of New Zealand’s best wineries to dinner at a top restaurant. Find your new favourite hair salon or day spa, and check out the shops – from fashion boutiques to gourmet food stores, we’ve got you covered! We’ll also give you the inside info on hot nightspots and entertainment, from swishy cocktail bars to cosy pubs, from thrilling live theatre to a laid-back evening at a local cinema.