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Tiffindell Resort Guide
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Last Snowfall
Jul 2
Past 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
0cm
7-Day Forecast
0cm
Snow Depth
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Powder Days
1
2026 season
Bluebird Days
1
2026 season
Resort Guide
Tiffindell is South Africa’s only ski and snowboarding resort, located in the Southern Drakensberg mountains of the Eastern Cape. The resort features groomed slopes suitable for all skill levels, a snow park, and snowmaking facilities to ensure reliable winter conditions. Tiffindell offers ski and snowboard instruction, equipment rentals, and a range of accommodation options, creating a welcoming alpine atmosphere. Its unique position as the country’s sole ski destination and its scenic mountain setting distinguish it as a standout winter experience in Africa.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Tiffindell
Lifts
6
Skiable area
15 ac
Longest run
0.74 km / 0.46 mi
Runs by difficulty(3 total)
Beginner
1
30% of terrain
Intermediate
1
40% of terrain
Advanced
1
30% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Surface lift5
Snowmaking covers about 100% of terrain.
Resort Info
Season dates
Ski passes
No ski pass found
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Tiffindell Ski Resort Bar – The resort’s own bar is the central hub for après-ski, offering a cozy atmosphere with a fireplace, hearty drinks, and regular social events, making it the go-to spot for unwinding and mingling after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Tue, Jul 14, 11:02 AM UTC
25cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
-36%
vs 5-Year Avg
39cm avg by now
-36%
vs 30-Year Avg
same as 5-yr — limited archive history
39cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 25.1 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~25 cm. That's 36% below the 5-year average (39 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 36% below the 30-year average (39 cm).
Tiffindell Season Snowfall
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Tiffindell Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 40cm with an average of 18 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 41% above this average (57cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 11cm | 4 days | 1cm | 7cm | 6cm |
| July | 12cm | 5 days | 1cm | 8cm | 6cm |
| August | 9cm | 4 days | 1cm | 8cm | 5cm |
| September | 6cm | 3 days | 0cm | 6cm | 5cm |
| October | 3cm | 2 days | 0cm | 2cm | 2cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026)
Opens Jun 1, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Tiffindell
- Where is Tiffindell?
- Tiffindell is a ski resort in South Africa.
- How high is Tiffindell?
- Tiffindell runs from a base elevation of 2,720 m (8,924 ft) to a summit of 2,900 m (9,514 ft), giving a vertical drop of 180 m (591 ft).
- How big is Tiffindell?
- Tiffindell has 15 acres (6 hectares) of skiable terrain, 3 marked runs and 6 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Tiffindell?
- Tiffindell is on the No ski pass found. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
