I'm planning a visit to Whakapapa Ski Area. What is the name of the main beginner ski area, and what kind of terrain is generally available for skiing and snowboarding? Also, what is the primary sightseeing activity offered during the summer, and what can I expect to experience with it?
Navigate to the Whakapapa Ski Area website. Scroll down the homepage to find information on both winter and summer activities. Identify the name of the main beginner area for winter skiing/snowboarding. Locate descriptions of the general terrain available for winter sports. Identify the primary sightseeing activity offered in summer, including details about the experience (e.g., gondola name, views, dining). Synthesize the gathered information into a concise answer.
Successfully navigate to the official Whakapapa Ski Area website. State that the main beginner ski area is Happy Valley. Describe the winter terrain as diverse, including cruisy groomers, exhilarating chutes, natural bowls, wind lips, and remnants of old crater rims, covering 550 hectares of unique volcanic terrain. State that the primary summer sightseeing activity is riding the Sky Waka gondola, offering views across the Central Plateau and volcanic terrain, with dining available at 2020m (Knoll Ridge Chalet).