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Eastern Cape, South Africa

Tiffindell Ski Resort

Typically OpenPeak Season · ~42d left

Season dates, 7 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Budget Friendly
Snow Sure

9,842ft

Peak Elevation

1,640ft

Vertical Drop

7

Trails

40"

Annual Snow

Overview

Tiffindell is a ski resort in Eastern Cape, South Africa, with an elevation range from 8,202ft (2500m) to 9,842ft (3000m). The vertical drop is 1,640ft (500m) across 7 trails served by 3 lifts and 100 skiable acres. The nearest airport is East London Airport (ELS), about 300 minutes away by car. Tiffindell receives an average of 40 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Mid June to Early September

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Opens: Mid JuneCloses: Early September
Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

18cm(7in)Light

Average snowfall in July, Tiffindell's snowiest peak-season month.

40"

Annual Snowfall

(102cm)

3°C

July Avg High

-6°C

July Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 100% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

Monthly Snowfall

40"

annual avg

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
3
May
10
Jun
18
Jul
15
Aug
5
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

7

Total Trails

3

Lifts

100

Skiable Acres

1,640ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

43%
Beginner: 3 trails
43%
Intermediate: 3 trails
14%
Advanced: 1 trails
43%Beginner (3)
43%Intermediate (3)
14%Advanced (1)
0%Expert (0)

Tiffindell has 7 trails: 43% green, 43% blue, 14% black, and 0% double-black. With 43% of terrain rated green, beginner-rated trails make up a large share of Tiffindell.

Lift System & Elevation

3

Total Lifts

1,640ft

Vertical Drop

500m

(1,640ft)

Elevation Profile

9,842ft

Peak

8,202ft

Base

Price Trends

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$36

avg/day

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
$32
Jun
$39
Jul
$39
Aug
$32
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: June ($32)

Best Month to Visit Tiffindell

Top Pick

July

Great valuePeak conditions
61
score
18cm
Moderate
$39/day

July offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Tiffindell, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 18cm. Crowd levels are moderate.

Runner-Up

August

15cm snow, moderate crowds, $39/day.

Best Value

September

$32/day, 5cm snow, very low crowds.

Monthly Conditions

Monthly Conditions

June

Early Season

10cm

snowfall

5°/-4°

high/low °C

crowds

$32

day pass

Best Month

July

Peak Season

18cm

snowfall

3°/-6°

high/low °C

crowds

$39

day pass

August

Peak Season

15cm

snowfall

5°/-5°

high/low °C

crowds

$39

day pass

September

Late Season

5cm

snowfall

10°/0°

high/low °C

crowds

$32

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Tiffindell.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$35

per day

Season Pass

$300

full season

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Tiffindell is not included on any multi-resort pass in this dataset.

Getting to Tiffindell

Nearest Airport

East London Airport (ELS)

Approx. 300 min drive

Location

Eastern Cape, South Africa

-30.6529°N, 27.9328°E

The drive from East London Airport to Tiffindell takes about 5 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Tiffindell open for the season?
Tiffindell typically opens in Mid June and closes in Early September. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.
How much is a day lift pass at Tiffindell?
A day lift pass at Tiffindell starts at $35 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.
Is Tiffindell good for beginners?
Yes, 43% of Tiffindell's trails are rated green (beginner terrain).
How much snow does Tiffindell get per year?
Tiffindell receives an average of 40 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 100% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.
What is the best month to ski at Tiffindell?
July is the highest-scoring month to ski at Tiffindell in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 18cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.

Quick Stats

Elevation Range
8,202 - 9,842ft
Vertical Drop
1,640ft (500m)
Trails
7
Lifts
3
Skiable Acres
100
Annual Snowfall
40" (102cm)
Season
Mid June - Early September
Day Pass
$35
Nearest Airport
ELS (300min)

Monthly Guides

JunJulAugSep

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