More to do in Hurunui
Right on the doorstep of Christchurch lies a region that manages to sneak under the radar yet offers up a profusion of the kind of scenery, adventure and culinary magic that holiday dreams are made of.
Finding your bliss on holiday is a many and varied thing – pampering, wilderness escapades, awe-inspiring landscapes… you'll find it all in Hurunui. This district of North Canterbury packs in a host of diverse itineraries, so all you need to do is discover your own ultimate getaway.
Read More5 Reasons to visit Hurunui
When international borders started closing in 2020, Kiwi travel blogger Alexx from Finding Alexx pressed pause on her year-long solo round the world trip and managed to make it home to Aotearoa just in time. The next two years brought a silver lining in the form of lots of New Zealand adventures, from epic campervan road trips to whirlwind weekend getaways. And one of her all-time favourite places to visit in the country? The stunning Hurunui region.
Read MoreHanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa named among country’s best for sustainable tourism.
Tourism New Zealand has granted a Qualmark Gold Sustainable Tourism Business Award to the North Canterbury alpine thermal pools and spa complex.
Read MoreOur favourite autumn walks in Hanmer Springs
The walking tracks around Hanmer Springs come alive in Autumn!
It’s worth remembering that our weather can be unpredictable, especially in Autumn. Clear skies in the morning can become cloudy in no time at all, so pack a bag with light-waterproof jackets and wet weather gear.
Read MoreDiscover these great hidden gems
There’s no time like Summer for a refresh and that’s exactly what businesses across Hurunui are doing as they prepare to host thousands of Kiwis once more.
Read MoreYour local honeymoon destination
Said “I do” and wondering where to next?
Journey into the heart of the Hurunui for a luxurious honeymoon or romantic alpine escape.
Read MoreVisit Hurunui: A memory-making destination for the whole family
Less than 1000 people live in Hanmer Springs village, yet the tiny town attracts more than 600,000 visitors every year because of its alpine setting and award-winning natural thermal pools.
Read MoreExplore Hanmer Springs - fun for the whole family
Hanmer Springs alpine village may be located just 90 minutes out of Christchurch, but it feels like a world away.
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