When to visit

Summer

in Hurunui

Long, sunny days invite endless adventures, from river swims and beach days to vineyard tours and alfresco dining. Hike, bike, or explore the great outdoors, then cool off with a dip in the ocean or a lake. Evenings come alive with concerts, festivals, and lively gatherings, while boutique accommodation, charming B&Bs, and scenic campsites offer the perfect place to rest. As the sun sets, unwind with a crisp local wine, making the most of warm nights under the stars.

Summer Itineraries

Summer
Hot Spots

With an ideal climate and soil, forests rich with wild game, market gardens, farms, truffières, rivers and coastlines, the Waipara Valley will tantalise you with exceptional local fare and awarding-winning wine.

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Greystone PurePod, glass eco-cabin, immerse yourself in nature

Greystone PurePod

Waipara Valley
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Hanmer Springs TOP 10 Holiday Park

Hanmer Springs
The entrance of Ribbonwood Country House

Ribbonwood Country House

Cheviot & Gore Bay

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Sally Mac's

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Saints Cafe, Restaurant & Bar

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Rustic Cafe & Tapas Bar

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Ruby Six

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Red Post Cafe

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Pyramid Valley Vineyard

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Tours

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Out of the Bleu

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O'Flynns Irish Pub

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Nor' Wester Cafe

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Mt Lyford Lodge

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Mountain Biking Hanmer Springs

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Mountain Bike Hire

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Mount Brown Estates

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Monteith's Brewery Bar

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Molesworth Acheron Road Access

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Mirror Mirror Boutique

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Culverden Takeaways

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Loch Leven Garden & Nursery

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Little Vintage Espresso

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House of Ball

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HealthWorks Pharmacy Hanmer

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Hawarden Golf Club

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Harrogate Gardens

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Hanmer Weddings - Epiphany

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Hanmer Trails

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Hanmer Mountain Bike Trail Map

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Cycling

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Hanmer Springs Larchwood Motel

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Hanmer Springs Helicopters

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Tours

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Hunting & Fishing

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Nature

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Hanmer Springs Golf Club

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Hanmer Springs Four Square

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Hanmer Springs Foodway

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Visitor Services

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Hanmer Adventure Centre

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Cycling

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Shopping

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Hanmer Bakery

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Greta Valley Camping Ground

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Nature

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Glenalvon Lodge Motel

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Forest Peak Motel

Family

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Accommodation

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Envisage

Shopping

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Drifters Inn

Family

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Accommodation

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Delhaven Motels & Caravan Park

Family

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Accommodation

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Culverden Tearooms

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Culverden Hotel & Cafe

Food & Wine

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Culverden Golf Club

Golf

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Nature

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Culverden Bakery

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Indian Springs

Food & Wine

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Conical Hill & Heritage Forest

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Nature

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Heritage

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Cycling

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Horse Riding

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Cheviot Tearooms

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Cheviot Museum

Heritage

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Arts & Culture

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Cheviot Golf Club

Golf

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Nature

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Cheviot Four Square

Shopping

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Cheviot Cycling Trails

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Cycling

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Nature

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Cathedral Cliffs Garden & B&B

Nature

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Brew Moon Brewing Company

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Brenda's on Lyndon

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BlackHills Heritage Collection

Heritage

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Arts & Culture

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Tours

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Annie's Loft & Studio

Food & Wine

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Amuri Historical Society Inc

Heritage

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Amuri Golf Club

Golf

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Nature

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Amuri Estate Bed & Breakfast

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Amuri Community Arts Gallery

Arts & Culture

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Amberley Tearooms & Blue Dairy

Food & Wine

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Amberley Golf Club

Golf

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Nature

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Alpine Village Inn

Food & Wine

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Alpine Holiday Apartments

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Alpine Crazy Putt & Cruisers

Family

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Cycling

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North Canterbury BMX Track

Cycling

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Family

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Kakapo Lodge

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Alpine Adventure Holiday Park

Alpine Adventure Holiday Park

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The view

Alpine Garden Motel

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apartment complex

Clear Ridge Apartments

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Our spacious idyllic ground

Greenacres Alpine Chalets

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Nature

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Accommodation

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Laser Clay Shooting

Hanmer Laser Clay Shooting

Adventure

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Family

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Paintball

Hanmer Springs Paintball

Adventure

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Family

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Mt Tapuaenuku Awatere Valley

Molesworth Station Day Tour

Tours

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Nature

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Heritage

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Broadview Motel

Broadview Motel

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Watch the view unfold from apartment window

Aspen Lodge Motel 2018

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Group fun

Amuri Alpine Rafting & Jetboat

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Family

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Nature

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Quad bike and off-road buggy tours

Hanmer Quad Bikes & Buggies

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Family

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Nature

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Hanmer Springs Jet Boating

Hanmer Springs Jet Boating

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Family

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Nature

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Tussock Peak Lodge

Nature

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Karetu Downs Homestead B&B

Karetu Downs Farm Stay

Family

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Nature

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Tours

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Nestled into native forest

Korimako PurePod

Nature

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Atatū PurePod, perched up high with stunning views in every direction.

Atatū PurePod

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main entrance Jack in the Green backpackers

Jack in the Green Backpackers

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Tawanui Farm

Nature

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Family

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Kumiko's Guest House

Kumiko's Guest House

Nature

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Arts & Culture

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The Chalets Motel

The Chalets Motel

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The St James

The St James

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Kakapo Lodge Hanmer Springs

Kakapo Lodge Hanmer Springs

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Hanmer Springs Gateway Lodge

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Weddings

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Welcoming street frontage

Hanmer Apartments

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Wellness

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Street view

Hanmer Backpackers

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Hill top views

Hurunui Hills Farm Experience

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Tours

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Teviot View Accommodation

Teviot View Accommodation

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Pines Holiday Park

Pines Holiday Park

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Front of property

Spa Lodge Motel

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Living area

Clear Ridge Apartments

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Culverden Court Motel

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Settlers Boutique Motel

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Ride the rapids

Hanmer Springs Rafting

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