Hanmer Springs Day Tour from Christchurch including Thermal Springs and Jet Boat Ride

Discover the picturesque village of Hanmer Springs on this full-day trip from Christchurch. Relax and rejuvenate in the hot thermal pools, visit a sheep farm, ride a jet boat through Waiau Gorge and enjoy a wine tasting at a Waipara Winery. On arrival in Hanmer Springs, head to Thrillseekers Canyon for an exciting jet boat ride along the entire length of the magnificent Waiau Gorge.  The boat will follow the contours of the sheer canyon walls, passing within mere centimetres of the rugged cliff face.  Shoot through narrow gorges, ride tumbling rapids, skim over the crystal clear shallows and experience the renowned ‘Hamilton 360 Jet Spin’.

Your time at Hanmer Springs concludes with a relaxing bathe in the thermal pools in the center of Hanmer Springs village. After a day exploring, any tensions simply melt away with a soak in these natural mineral pools surrounded by native bush. The natural hot water springs at Hanmer Springs were discovered over 100 years ago and visitors have been soaking in the therapeutic waters ever since. The thermal waters contain a variety of beneficial minerals including sulphur, sodium chloride, calcium, carbonates, magnesium, and potassium which are said to relieve the pain from arthritis and related complaints.