Get excited, it’s game on this Friday for Perisher skiers and snowboarders as the highly anticipated Mt Perisher 6 Chairlift (the ‘Mt P 6’) is now ready for guests to access Australia’s highest lifted point when it spins for the first time this Friday 27 June.
The $26M investment into the guest experience at Perisher will mean less wait times (almost halving the trip to the top when compared with the previous Mt Perisher Triple and Double Chairlifts), more choice of runs and a wider ride down Mt Perisher thanks to the removal of 17 lift towers during construction.
“The Mt Perisher 6 has been 18-months in the making and a decade in the planning,” says Nathan Butterworth, Perisher’s Vice President & General Manager.
“It’s been a huge achievement by our team to deliver this incredible piece of infrastructure in partnership with Doppelmayr Australia, the absolute experts in their field.”
“Everyone involved has played an integral part and we couldn’t be prouder,” says Shaun Turner, Doppelmayr Australia’s General Manager.
“It’s a significant milestone for the Australian ski industry and we’re thrilled we played a part.”
The chair features 6-seater comfort that is spacious and modern for a faster load and a smoother ride with high-speed access to reach the summit in approx. 5.5 minutes. The improved mountain flow will help reduce congestion and improve guest circulation across the resort
Plus you can expect superior wind performance due to being built with a wider rope gauge and advanced technology to handle wind on Mt Perisher better than ever before.
All of this means more laps and less waiting.
Guests will also be able to access the newly named ‘Legends’ run, which was previously Towers Run. The new name is a tribute to the individuals who have significantly contributed to the resort’s history. This “Hall of Fame” trail will be updated with new inductees over time, recognising their efforts and dedication to Perisher.
