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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.
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Soak up the scenery of Hanmer Springs while you jet through the narrow gorges, white-water rapids, and braided shallows of the Waiau River. Experience the thrill of a 30-minute jet boat ride, a high-octane adventure that carries you over mere inches of water and rotates in 360-degree spins.
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Plow through creeks, mud, and forest on a 2-hour quad biking adventure through the scenic landscape of Hanmer Springs. Our experienced guides will lead you on a fun and safe quad biking trip suitable for ages 16 and above. Our fleet of new power-steering quad bikes are easy to get the hang of: after training on our dedicated practice track you’ll be away in no time! Grab your gumboots and enjoy a muddy 4-wheel outdoor adventure on board Hanmer Springs’ only fleet of power-steering quad bikes.
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Set amongst stunning mountains and pink marble formations, the Waiau River of Hanmer Springs provides an idyllic backdrop for a rafting trip. This 2-hour excursion offers a relaxing ride, with Grade II rapids making it a family-friendly activity. Learn about the region from your river guide, jump off a cliff (optional-river dependent) , then hold on as you get picked up in a jetboat to return back to base.
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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.
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Exclusive to Hanmer Springs — cannot be experienced anywhere else • Adults-only, 75-minute fully hosted ritual • Four elements, four rooms — fire, air, ice, water • New Zealand's first snow room • Soak in a private Geothermal pool with platter and drinks included • Powered by Hanmer Springs' 173-year geothermal water story
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Aim, Release, Hit the Mark! Experience the thrill of archery on the purpose-built range. Start with practice shots, then step into scoring challenges and fun team games. Compete for points, pop balloons, capture flags, and more in this engaging, skill-building experience. Take your shot—can you hit the bullseye?
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Sharpen your focus and put your aim to the test with an exhilarating air rifle shooting experience designed for all skill levels. Participants will navigate through an array of engaging target stations, from precision bullseyes to reactive challenges, culminating in a thrilling dual-tree race finale that determines the sharpest shooter among friends, family, or colleagues. Led by expert instructors, this activity fosters a supportive and safe environment, ensuring everyone feels confident whether they are first-time shooters or seasoned marksmen. Unleash your competitive spirit and discover the addictive thrill of hitting the target.
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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.
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Small-group + private walking tours with a local guide

Plow through creeks, mud, and forest on a 2-hour quad biking adventure through the scenic landscape of Hanmer Springs. Our experienced guides will lead you on a fun and safe quad biking trip suitable for ages 16 and above. Our fleet of new power-steering quad bikes are easy to get the hang of: after training on our dedicated practice track you’ll be away in no time! Grab your gumboots and enjoy a muddy 4-wheel outdoor adventure on board Hanmer Springs’ only fleet of power-steering quad bikes.
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Set amongst stunning mountains and pink marble formations, the Waiau River of Hanmer Springs provides an idyllic backdrop for a rafting trip. This 2-hour excursion offers a relaxing ride, with Grade II rapids making it a family-friendly activity. Learn about the region from your river guide, jump off a cliff (optional-river dependent) , then hold on as you get picked up in a jetboat to return back to base.
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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.
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Bike tours, e-bikes, kayaking, rafting, anything outside

Soak up the scenery of Hanmer Springs while you jet through the narrow gorges, white-water rapids, and braided shallows of the Waiau River. Experience the thrill of a 30-minute jet boat ride, a high-octane adventure that carries you over mere inches of water and rotates in 360-degree spins.
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Aim, Release, Hit the Mark! Experience the thrill of archery on the purpose-built range. Start with practice shots, then step into scoring challenges and fun team games. Compete for points, pop balloons, capture flags, and more in this engaging, skill-building experience. Take your shot—can you hit the bullseye?
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Sharpen your focus and put your aim to the test with an exhilarating air rifle shooting experience designed for all skill levels. Participants will navigate through an array of engaging target stations, from precision bullseyes to reactive challenges, culminating in a thrilling dual-tree race finale that determines the sharpest shooter among friends, family, or colleagues. Led by expert instructors, this activity fosters a supportive and safe environment, ensuring everyone feels confident whether they are first-time shooters or seasoned marksmen. Unleash your competitive spirit and discover the addictive thrill of hitting the target.
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