Hanmer Springs Activities and Attractions

Hanmer Springs is best known for the world famous Thermal Pools and Spa. Surrounded by majestic mountains, the centre has 22 open-air thermal pools, including the new Cascade pools, sulphur pools, 6 private indoor thermal pools, a sauna/steam room, a freshwater heated swimming pool, AquaPlay area and four water slides. Home to Conical Thrill, New Zealand’s largest aquatic thrill ride, it’s perfect for relaxing and fun for the whole family.

Many adventures – one location! Hanmer Springs Attractions offers you the outdoor adventure activities that New Zealand is famous for in the natural environment of Hanmer Springs. Just 90 minutes from Christchurch, enjoy a day of fun with family or friends. Jet boating, bungy jumping, rafting, canoe safari, quad biking, paintball and claybird shooting.

Whether you're after a quiet amble or a hardcore hike, Hanmer Springs is a walker's paradise. A range of well-marked forest walks to suit all levels of fitness surround Hamner Springs, and the resort is an ideal place to stay for cyclists doing the St James cycleway or for visitors taking in the Molesworth Station. Hanmer is also an ideal place for mountain biking, fishing, horse trekking, and all other outdoor activities.

Hanmer Springs has a choice of superb cafes, restaurants and bars, and a great little shopping area. It’s only 90 minutes from Christchurch, so is the perfect place for a weekend escape or for a longer holiday. ASURE Hanmer Inn Motel is ideally located motel accommodation in the centre of Hanmer village, close to all activities and attractions.