When to visit

Winter

in Hurunui

Cold air, hot pools and snow on the tops — Hurunui in winter is a different kind of trip. The thermal pools have been drawing people out of the city since 1883. The ski fields at Hanmer Springs and Mt Lyford are a short drive away. The village slows right down, the restaurants fill up, and the trails are yours.

Winter Itineraries

Oakview Hanmer Springs

Hanmer walking & wellness reset

2 Days

Lake Stella mountain huts at Mt Lyford

Mt Lyford snow & stars escape

2 Days

Activity Hanmer Outdoor Puzzle Hunts

Hanmer Springs family play day

1 Day

Tawanui Farm - A Frame Cabin

Cheviot & Gore Bay coast escape

2 Days

Waipara Valley

Amberley & Waipara weekend

2 Days

Terako Downs campground at Mt Lyford

Mt Lyford camp & stargazing

2 Days

Atatū PurePod above the Greta Valley coastline

Greta Valley glass-cabin escape

2 Days

Hill Block Hut near Mt Grey

Mt Grey hike & hut reset

2 Days

Lyndon Loop cycling route near Waiau

Waiau backroads ride

1 Day

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Winter
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Hot pools at dusk, ski fields at dawn and a village that runs at its own pace. Here's where to head this winter.

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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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Bella Vista Hanmer Springs

Bella Vista Motel Hanmer Springs

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A place to relax, a place to recharge.

Braemar Lodge & Spa

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Lansdowne Farm - Seaside Rural Retreat

Lansdowne Farm

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Cycling

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Take a leap

Hanmer Springs Bungy

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Logo: Terrace Edge Vineyard & Olive Grove

Terrace Edge Vineyard

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Nature

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The room for the lawn.

Black Estate B&B

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Nature

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Cabin

Leithfield Beach Holiday Park

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Nature

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Cycling

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Street view.

ASURE Hanmer Inn Motel

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Viewing platform

Matai Peak Lodge

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Hanmer Lodge Lake Villas

Hanmer Lodge Lake Villas

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Holiday Home

Hanmer Holiday Homes

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Exterior

Edit Hanmer Springs

Family

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Food & Wine

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St James

Mountain Horses Outfitters

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Horse Riding

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Nature

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Tours

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The Homestead and the swimming pool (Summer only)

Tipapa Estate Bed & Breakfast

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Sunny Studios

Alpine Lodge Motel

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Superior Room - King Size Bed, Ensuite, Kitchenette

The Amberley Hotel

Food & Wine

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Accommodation

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Cabin exterior

Hurunui Hills Cabin

Nature

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Russell's Cabins

Rusell's Cabins

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Foxdown Hut

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Happy days

Axe Throwing

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Come and join us for an adventure filled with exciting puzzles and Augmented Reality that takes you around Hanmer Springs.

Operation Mindfall

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Family

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Magic Portal is a game that features Augmented Reality that is truly amazing.

Magic Portal - Outdoor Escape

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Quarry Cabin

Quarry Cabin

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The Shepherds hut with its private decks, outdoor woodfired bath and incredible views.

The Shepherds Hut

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Front of the cottage

Cottage on Harrogate

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Living area

Flaxen Park Retreat

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Using our Astro Binoculars to view the night sky.

Manuka Skies - Hanmer Springs

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Tours

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Nature

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Cloudy T Bar with groomed corduroy. Great intermediate run with Mt Terako and the Terako Upper Rope in the distance.

Mt Lyford Ski Area

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A-Maze-N-Golf relaxing

Mini Golf 18 Hole Gold Rush

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It's a jungle in here

Maze Hanmer Springs

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Tawanui Farm - A Frame Cabin

Tawanui Farm - A Frame Cabin

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Sky House

Sky House

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Enjoy the culinary scene that New Zealand has to offer.

Custom-made NZ Trips

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Family fun time

Archery: Take Your Shot

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Family

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Duck, dodge, fire

Archery Tag

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Family

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Focus

Air Rifles

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Family

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Blackout

Blackout: Outdoor Escape

Family

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View to Hanmer Springs from Hanmer Glamping

Hanmer Glamping

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Hill Block Hut

Hill Block Hut

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The Spa at Hanmer Springs

Wellness

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Little Creek Cabin

Little Creek Cabin

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The Croft

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Outdoor dining

Birdsong Alley Bed & Breakfast

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Vibrant Living Retreat and Day Spa

Vibrant Living Retreat & Spa

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Couples Massage

Vibrant Living Day Spa

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Hanmer Connection

Hanmer Connection

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Pirates and tresure

Treasure Hunter Puzzle Hunt

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Elemental by Hanmer Springs

Elemental by Hanmer Springs

Wellness

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A Day on Birchwood Farm with Farmer John & Kristin: Sheep shearing with a guest having a go

Birchwood Farm Kaikōura

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