Tours & Activities in Hanmer Springs

Travel more than 30 kilometers in the wonderland of Hanmer Springs. Navigate the Waiau Gorge, and marvel at mountains and forests. Hold on tight as you speed along the river for about 30 minutes.

Put yourself in control of a four-wheel quad bike. Challenge the terrain, with river crossings, mud, dust, dirt and excitement. This guided Quad Bike tour will show you some of the real back country New Zealand as you pass through farmland, sheep trails, rivers, sand and bush. You can ride on your own(subject to age restrictions) and your guide will give you the freedom to challenge yourself within the safety boundaries. Two hours of adventure in the beautiful natural mountain environment of Hanmer Springs. Ride the rapids of the Waiau Gorge on a 2-hour rafting expedition of Hanmer Springs. Enjoy the thrills of the river and forests as you float downstream among swimming salmon and trout. This river is grade 2 so is relatively easy water and perfect for families.

Enjoy preferred entry to the thermal pools, lazy river, and water slides at Hanmer Springs. Choose a single entry ticket or a return ticket that allows you to leave and come back on the same day.

Manuka Skies is a truely unique stargazing location. With minimal light pollution, and in a setting of native forest and wildlife, you will be visiting a sanctuary for both astronomy and wildlife alike. As you explore the heavens with our range of equipment, relax to the sound of our spring fed stream flowing down the mountain. Listen out for our native Morepork Owls that nest in the area. Manuka Skies acts as Kaitiaki for the sanctuary. Meaning we are it's guardians responsible for caring for her. Our vision is to re-connect the sky back to the earth through our forests.

Explore the Alpine village and mountain landscape on an exhilarating 2-hour Quad Bike ride. Drive among the trees and mountain backdrop of New Zealand’s most popular adventure sports destinations.

Experience a full-on adrenaline rush during a 30-minute bungy jump in Hanmer Springs. Standing on the edge of a platform on the Waiau Ferry Bridge, you'll plunge into a 115-foot (35-meter) freefall. above the Waiau River. A commemorative t-shirt and certificate are proof of your courage.

Ride the rapids of the Waiau Gorge on a rafting expedition in Hanmer Springs. Enjoy the thrills of the river and forests as you float downstream with salmon and trout.

Sit down, hang on for 35 minutes of ultimate Jet boating experience on the Wairau River - Hanmer Springs. Enjoy your jet-boating experience with Hanmer Springs jet-boating specialists with over 30 years experience on the river, shooting white water rapids zooming thru narrow gorges and  braided shallows ... this trip has it all, over 30 kms of exciting jet-boating , spectacular scenery of the amazing Hanmer Springs Basin A total experience!

Over 30 kilometres of jetboating and scenery through the Waiau River Gorge. Put yourself in control of a four-wheel quad bike. Challenge the terrain, with river crossings, mud, and excitement.

Experience a quad bike ride thru a Kiwi Farm full of farm tracks, creek crossing, gullies and gorgeous views of the Waiau Gorge.

Enjoy this stargazing experience to remember, where giants roam and myths come alive. Explore the universe using high-quality telescopes with the help of knowledegable guides on this stargazing tour in Hanmer Springs.

Put yourself in the driver's seat of a 4WD quad bike, over challenging terrain. This 2-hour guided tour follows the rugged countryside around Hanmer Springs and the Waiau River. Choose a morning or afternoon departure on this tour.

Get your thrills in the Alpine wilderness of Hanmer Springs with a bungy jump off the Waiau Ferry Bridge from a height of 35 meters.

A visit to the Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa is an absolute must do! Book tickets here and let the powers of thermal heat and energy calm your body. Soak in the famed thermal pools while taking in the spectacular views of the New Zealand mountainside. Enjoy a quiet moment and allow Mother Nature to get to work soothing all your aches and pains leaving you refreshed and recharged. If you have some energy to burn, hit the lap pool, race the family down the hydroslides or splash about in the lazy river. Tickets include access to over 22 outdoor thermal pools and a family leisure area that includes four hydroslides, waterfalls and spouts for a joyous day out in the sun. Whether you are seeking relaxation or a family friendly activity for all ages, Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa ticks all the boxes and more.

Experience spectacular scenery on this 8-day South Island adventure that starts and finishes in the diverse city of Christchurch.

Jet boat over 30 kilometers of spectacular scenery of the Waiau River Gorge, and then bungy jump off the historic Waiau Ferry Bridge for a 35-meter free fall towards the sparkling water.

Embark on a 31 day guided camping tour throughout New Zealand's South Island. Explore unique glaciers, fiords, forests, lakes, mountains, beaches, National Parks, and many adventure activities.

Are you ready for ZigZag’s Epic 90-Day Camping Tour? It’s the ultimate Kiwi bucket list adventure, and incidentally, the longest commercial road trip available in New Zealand!

Embark on an exhilarating ski adventure departing from Christchurch and explore three renowned ski areas: Temple Basin, Mt Lyford, and Hanmer Springs.

Immerse yourself in a 47 day guided camping adventure through New Zealand's magnificent South Island. Visit Queenstown, Kaikoura, Arthurs Pass, 'Glacier Country', Fiordland, Marlborough Sounds + more