Top 10 Tours in Hanmer Springs, South Island

Take a leisurely canoe journey down the Waiau River in Hanmer Springs. You'll paddle down gentle Grade II rapids in an inflatable yet durable vessel. This 6-hour experience offers a guided tour suitable for all skill levels. Stop by the riverbank for a picnic lunch and ride a high-powered jet boat back to base.

Inclusions: Wetsuit, booties, helmet, and life jacket, Professional guide, Picnic lunch, Return transfer by jet boat

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off

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 choose to ride your own bike or ride tandem with another person (subject to age restrictions). Your guide will give you the freedom to challenge yourself within the safety boundaries. Perfect for families, groups or individuals. Two hours of adventure in the beautiful natural mountain environment of Hanmer Springs. Ride the rapids of the Waiau Gorge on a 2-hour white water rafting expedition of Hanmer Springs. Enjoy the adrenaline 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.

Inclusions: Life jacket, Spray jacket, Helmet, Gumboots, Overalls

Exclusions: Anything that is not included

At 35 metres high the Hanmer Springs Bungy Jump is prefect for those customers who don’t want to do a high Bungy Jump – maybe first timers or those who are older or younger. The jetboat picks you up at the bottom after your jump and transports you safely back to shore. Your whole jump experience takes approximately 20 minutes.  Jetboat the entire length of Hanmer's spectacular Waiau Gorge. Take in the magnificent scenery, then hold on while you experience the famous Hamilton jet spin. This beautiful alpine river features narrow gorges, braided shallows and white water rapids.  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. 

Inclusions: Life jacket, Spray jacket, Helmet, Gumboots, Overalls

Exclusions: Anything that is not included

Archery - A True Test of Skill  Get the bulls-eye in your sights and then let rip with your arrow and watch it as it torpedoes towards its target. Test your strength, balance and accuracy all in one hit with this fun, challenging and very addictive activity. Compete with your friends to see who is the best shot or simply work on improving your own precision. Even if you’ve never picked up a bow and arrow before you’ll love this chance to try out one of the world’s oldest sports in one of the world’s most beautiful spots in the heart of North Canterbury.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Round-trip shared transfer, All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off

For the ultimate mountain biking experience in Hanmer Springs, choose our twin passes deal!

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Bottled water, Use of helmet, Use of bicycle, One-way shared transfer

Exclusions: Food

Discover Hanmer Springs on a private day tour from Christchurch including a visit to the Thermal Pools and wine tasting. Upgrade to include a thrilling jet boat ride or a relaxing 90-minute hot stone massage. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS • Discover the picturesque village of Hanmer Springs nestled in the Southern Alps • Savor Pinot Noir and Riesling with wine tastings at three Waipara wineries • Soak in the renowned thermal waters of Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa • Thrill yourself with 360-degree spins on an optional and exciting jet boat ride • Pamper yourself with an optional traditional hot stone ritual massage

Inclusions: Private Tour (i.e. only for one party), Hotel pick-up & drop-off., Wine-Tasting at 3 Wineries., Jet Boating (if option selected), 30 minutes use of Private Indoor Thermal Pools., 90 minutes Traditional Hot Stone Ritual Massage (if option selected), Professional guide., Transport by air-conditioned late model Mercedes Benz vans., Complimentary light refreshments., Complimentary Hotspot WIFI.

Exclusions: Meals.

Enjoy this rafting experience for some fun on a grade 2 river. You will get to see the spectacular views of the Hanmer Basin, surrounded by mountains. See the pink and white marble and the fault line at Marble point and then be exhilarated by the Jetboat trip back to base getting inches close to rocks and cliff faces.

Inclusions: Wetsuits, helmets , Life jackets

Exclusions: Bottled water

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

Inclusions: Safety Helmets

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The most fun you'll have on 4 wheels. Jump on a quad bike and explore a purpose-built track through meadows, streams, and bush on a 15,000 acre property. Get ready for the adrenaline-pumping thrill of a real quad bike adventure. This guided small-group tour includes round-trip shared transport from the Adventure Centre in Hanmer Springs. Choose from 10am, 1.30pm or larger groups by appointment and 1.5- or 2.5-hour options when you book. Please note • Minimum age is 8 years to ride pillion or 12 to ride on their own bike • Pillion riders will be riding with the guide

Inclusions: Round-trip shared transfer from central location, All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off

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.

Inclusions: T-shirt and bungy jump certificate

Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Hotel pickup and drop-off