Visit Hurunui
There’s a special vibe about the Hurunui Region which sets it apart from anywhere else in the country. Indeed, it’s fair to say that life changes when you enter the district.
A place where rugged coastlines and breathtaking clifftops meet lush forests and alpine retreats. The Hurunui district will thrill and surprise you … offering everything you expect in a South Island holiday, and more.
Visit Hurunui, North Canterbury
You’ll find the Hurunui region just a short 45-minute drive from Christchurch. A great way to see the most of this beautiful region is to head along the Alpine Pacific Touring Route. A 450km journey through the Hurunui heartland, Waipara Valley, Hanmer Springs, and Kaikoura.
Upcoming Events
Alpine Craft Market
Discover our Alpine Craft Market located in Hanmer Springs. Read More
Amberley Farmers Market
Amberley Farmers Market is an authentic farmers market with a superb range of locally grown, quality produce & artisan products. Read More
Alpine Winter Festival 2026
We’re back for another year of winter wonderland fun in Hanmer Springs. Join us at one of the largest winter festivals in New Zealand as we… Read More
Hanmer Springs Forest Camp Backyard Ultra
Complete one 6.7km lap within an hour... Restart again on the hour… Continue… Until only one person is left to complete a lap. Read More
Merrell Spring Challenge
The event that started it all. First held in Hanmer Springs in 2007, it was the world’s first all-women’s adventure race, and nearly 20 years later the mighty women’s adventure… Read More
Hurunui Garden Festival
The Hurunui Garden Festival 2026 is a multi-day spring garden event showcasing some of the most beautiful private gardens and historic homesteads across the Hurunui District… Read More
Hurunui Stories
Finding Alexx Explores Hurunui
November 3, 2025 by Finding Alexx
Ski and Stay in Hanmer Springs and Mt Lyford Alpine Villages
More to do in Hurunui
July 29, 2022 by NZ Herald
5 Reasons to visit Hurunui
May 23, 2022 by Finding Alexx and Hurunui Generic
Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa named among country’s best for sustainable tourism.
May 2, 2022 by Hurunui Generic
