The St James Cycle Trail near Hanmer Springs - the first of the Government-backed mountain bike trail "great rides" to be fully completed. Conservation Minister Kate Wilkinson said the 64km-long trail had iconic scenery including river valleys, high-country lakes, beech forest and grassland valleys. Of the 18 nationally promoted cycle trails, it requires the highest level … [Read more...] about Hanmer Springs Mountain Bike Trail – St James Cycle Trail
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Hanmer Springs popular this Summer.
Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa is experiencing another successful holiday period. Since Boxing Day, the complex has averaged 2,700 domestic and international visitors a day. Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa General Manager Graeme Abbot says this holiday season had everything going for it. “It’s certainly been ideal as far the weather is concerned. We couldn’t … [Read more...] about Hanmer Springs popular this Summer.
Hanmer Springs High Country Purchase
Tourism revenue is expected to be boosted for the Thermal Pools & Spa Resort in Hanmer Springs North Canterbury with the Crown's acquisition of a major high country station. The $40-million purchase of the St James Station will guarantee public access to the land. The 78,000 hectare property is located on three mountain ranges, has 11 tramping routes and encompasses the … [Read more...] about Hanmer Springs High Country Purchase
Hanmer Springs Alpine Pacific Triangle
Nature on display in NZ’s South Island We know of the attractions in Hanmer Springs. This from an Australian source… Vincent Van Gogh could easily have been referring to New Zealand’s Alpine Pacific Triangle when he said: “If you truly love nature, you will find beauty everywhere.” Situated two hours north of Christchurch and taking in the alpine spa village of Hanmer … [Read more...] about Hanmer Springs Alpine Pacific Triangle
Hanmer Springs: Canterbury Favourite
Hanmer Springs is a Canterbury favourite, and for good reason. A sleepy alpine town, forest walks and thermal hot pools that have been named New Zealand's best visitor attraction three years in a row mean there are plenty of reasons to swing by. Just 90 minutes' drive from Christchurch, via the fast-developing Waipara wine region, it's no wonder well over half a million … [Read more...] about Hanmer Springs: Canterbury Favourite