The 10 Best Things to do Good for Couples in Hanmer Springs, South Island

JET Hanmer Spring’s spectacular Waiau Gorge, for an unforgettable experience in a beautiful environment. Manoeuvre with classic jet boat power 30kms along the Waiau River, under the historic bridge and between deep canyon walls. BUNGY from the historic 135 year old Waiau Ferry bridge for an adrenaline-charged 35-metre free fall to the river canyon below! RAFT an alpine river and marvel at the twist rock, water holes, pink marble and faultline. Take off on a QUAD BIKE tour - challenge the terrain, river bed creek crossings, mud and Hanmer Springs farmland trails. CANOE your way down the scenic Waiau River on a fully-guided full-day trip - great fun for the whole family with lunch and return Jet ride included. You can also enjoy Paintball and Clay Bird Shooting in this wonderful natural environment. Groups, team building and conferences are also catered for. With a host of exciting and fun activities, this is an adventure for the whole family to enjoy! Open daily 9.00am to 5.00pm.

At Mountain View Massage Day Spa we aim to fuse the best of Pampering Bliss Experience with Holistic Care individual service. We run a homely Day Spa relaxing environment in the beautiful wellness village of Hanmer Springs. In Jan 2015 we relocated to the beautiful premises launched as Vibrant Living Retreat which is located 88 Rippingale Rd. This is a 15-20 min walk from the hot pools or 5 min drive. We are right next door to Hanmer Springs only Animal Park which also has a great cafe. We recommend that our Day Spa clients take a dip in Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools pre-treatments if this is possible for maximum lasting benefit and value. We also run a wide range of great Wellness Retreats from Vibrant Living Retreat. We offer Spa Escape Packages, Girls Escape Packages and longer pampering packages. The sky is definitely not the limit here ! A place where magic happens ...

Fully guided and catered llama treks in spectacular New Zealand scenery. Lead your chosen llama while he carries everything leaving you free to relax and enjoy the surrounds. Our llamas are calm and gentle, love getting out on expeditions and don't spit at humans! Relax on a day walk exploring the village scenic spots or a guided fishing tour. Check out our choice of multi day wilderness adventures catering to all levels of fitness while our 'Over the Southern Alps' trek goes from one coast of New Zealand to the other. Village or wilderness, relaxation or adventure...there is something to suit everyone. Small groups 2-6 (or by arrangement) Multi day $250 NZD per person, per day-fully guided and catered. Llamas are located on the fringe of Hanmer Springs;for your convenience we meet at a centre village location. One day tours require a day's advance notice.

We are an adventure tourism company specializing in Quad bike tours, clay bird shooting, archery and also rent/ service mountain bikes. We also have a wide range of outdoor equipment that changes with the seasons.

Hanmer Horse Treks are focused on providing scenic and diverse horse treks in the beautiful alpine surrounds of Hanmer Springs. An emphasis on customer satisfaction drives our friendly and motivated staff to create lasting memories and help customers reach their personal best. From mountains, valleys, rivers and forests we have the backdrop to insure your camera is well used while on trek. One hour, two hour and three hour treks available 7 days a week.

Welcome to Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa The best place to escape, Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa is an easy drive, just 90 minutes north of Christchurch. The best place to indulge, with a range of pools including relaxing rock pools, soothing sulphur pools, an array of water jets and bubbles - at a range of temperatures. Plus a luxurious day spa with a range of treatments, private pools, sauna and steam rooms. The best place to act like a kid, with an activity pool, lap pool, lazy river, water slides, garden picnic areas and the Tea Kiosk Café & Grill. Quite simply – the best place.

Waiau River Estate is situated just 13km south from the small alpine village of Hanmer Springs heading towards Christchurch. We are the only vineyard in this area; at 297m above sea level, we are among New Zealand's highest altitude vineyards. Our situation on the banks of the Waiau River and the micro climate it creates allows us to grows grapes where many people thought we would fail. Varieties grown are Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Riesling and Pinot Noir. We are open for tastings 10am to 5pm Friday-Monday

Hanmer Springs' central mini golf course. Now located just past the Heritage Hotel it's also your starting point for the Village Cruisers. This course has been recently rebuilt with lots of new and exciting holes!