Hanmer Springs

Hanmer Springs Regional Information

Just 90 minutes' drive from Christchurch, this alpine village is an easily accessible getaway location for New Zealanders and visitors alike.

Hanmer Springs is the perfect location to relax, rejuventate and refresh yourself all year round. Here, thermal hot pools, fine dining, beautiful scenery and thrilling adventure activities combine to create a destination which offers something to suit all travelers.

The main attraction in this resort town is the outdoor hot pools complex, where visitors can soak in the therapeutic thermal waters against a backdrop of mountains and forest. The numerous bush and forest walks and mountain biking tracks in the area surrounding Hanmer are also popular, catering for all levels of physical fitness. For more extreme adventurers, Hanmer offers bungy jumping , white water rafting and jet boating. Close by, the Hanmer Springs Ski Area offers ski and snowboard terrain and is open during the winter months.

Navigate with our great Hanmer Springs map to stay on the right track and find what you're looking for when traveling in the region. While you're on the road, be prepared for all seasons with weather forecasts, reports and current information on Canterbury weather.

For more information on Hanmer Springs, visit the regional information site.