Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Jet Boat Day Trip from Christchurch
8 Hours 30 Minutes
Mobile Ticket
Hotel Pickup Offered
English
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Overview
Rejuvenate in the natural thermal pools of Hanmer Springs after a thrilling jet-boat ride through Waiau Gorge. Start your full-day trip from Christchurch with the exciting ride at Thrillseekers Canyon, then visit the resort village of Hanmer Springs, where you'll melt your stress away with a relaxing soak. Have lunch at the on-site cafe and enjoy the convenience of round-trip hotel transport by private vehicle.
Day trip to Hanmer Springs from Christchurch
Jet boat ride through Waiau Gorge at Thrillseekers Canyon
Lunch in Hanmer Springs
Bathe in Hanmer Springs thermal pools
Hotel pickup and drop-off from Christchurch
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
Lunch
Driver or guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transport by private vehicle
Entry or Admission - Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa
Entry or Admission - Hanmer Springs Attractions
Exclusions
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Departure & Return
Departure point
Tour departs from centrally located Christchurch hotels
Departure Time
8:30amHotel pickups commence prior to this timeTimes are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
Return Details
Returns to original departure point at approximately 6:00pm
What To Expect
After pickup by private vehicle from your centrally located hotel, relax on the 1.5-hour drive from Christchurch to the tranquil enclave of Hanmer Springs, a picturesque resort village tucked into into a mountain valley. On arrival, start with an exciting jet-boat ride through Waiau Gorge at the aptly named Thrillseekers Canyon. Burst through narrow gorges and white-water rapids and skim over braided shallows on a high-speed ride with thrilling 360-degree spins. Then head to Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa for a provided lunch at the on-site Garden House Cafe. Relax in the volcanic sulphur pools fed by natural thermal springs, and soak your tension away against the massage jets. Dip into various pools offering a range of temperatures. Rich in minerals including chloride, boron, calcium and carbonate, the waters are known to treat a variety of conditions and injuries.Enjoy views of towering redwoods and have time to explore the village of Hanmer at your leisure before departing for your accommodation, arriving back in Christchurch in the evening. Returning by private vehicle allows you to fully absorb the effects of the mineral baths without troubling yourself with the inconvenience of arranging transportation.
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for infants
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking