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Welcome to Waiau, New Zealand! Nestled in the picturesque South Island, this hidden gem offers endless opportunities for fun and adventure. Our page is dedicated to providing you with a wide range of exciting experiences and activities to choose from. Whether you're a thrill-seeker looking to conquer the rapids of the Waiau River, a nature-lover seeking breathtaking hikes in the surrounding mountains, or a wildlife enthusiast eager to spot endangered species, we've got you covered. Discover the best of Waiau and create unforgettable memories. Plan your next adventure now!

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Hanmer Springs to Christchurch - Bus Service 23km away

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HANMER SPRINGS BACK, NECK & SHOULDERS MASSAGE + ORGANIC FACIAL - Pamper Me 23km away

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HANMER SPRINGS - Thermal Pools and Spa Pool Entry 23km away

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HANMER SPRINGS MASSAGE - REMEDIAL or RELAXATION 23km away

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Rafting Adventure with Jet Boat Return - Hanmer Springs 23km away

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2 Hour Quad biking/Off Road Buggy Adventure - Hanmer Springs

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Quad bikes
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Quad bikes

Great morning out with the family, the kids had a blast going through the mud and creak crossings, hired the 2 and 3 seat option. Great experienced crew, well worth doing, good value.

2 Hour Quad biking/Off Road Buggy Adventure - Hanmer Springs

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Unleash the adventure within!
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Unleash the adventure within!

Our second time going Quad biking with these guys, the guide Chris and owners are amazing and super friendly! We’ll be back, it’s the best way to spend a sunny avo when the pools are too hot and packed! 😊 Lots of hill climbing, stream crossings, mud and straights! All while you have the most gorgeous view of the river and mountains. Don’t forget your sunnies and sunblock!

Rafting Adventure with Jet Boat Return - Hanmer Springs

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Amurir jet
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Amurir jet

Was a first time jet boater and a wee bit nervous.. the boat driver was fantastic and made me feel at ease. Really enjoyed it and will be back again

Amuri Jet - Jet Boating Experience on the Waiau River - Hanmer Springs

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Awesome!!!!
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Awesome!!!!

What an awesome crew. Took our Grandson for a ride, everyone was informative and the Driver fantastic. Well worth it. Thanks

Jet Boat Waiau River - HANMER SPRINGS

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The most fun ever!!
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The most fun ever!!

Our jet boat driver was amazing- he managed to get every last person on the boat absolutely soaking. His skills had us all shrieking and thinking he was trying to make us crash into giant rocks, only to move ever so slightly at the last moment. So much fun!

Hanmer Springs to Christchurch - Bus Service

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Lovely drivers
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Lovely drivers

The driver(older gentleman with glasses) and apprentice drivers were really nice people. The pick up and drop off effortless.

Amuri Jet - Jet Boating Experience on the Waiau River - Hanmer Springs

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Outstanding!!!
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Outstanding!!!

The best jet boat experience we’ve had in NZ... These guys ROCK!! Going the extra mile to provide a fun, fab and exciting experience for the whole family, we felt like we were the only ones there that day, and yet we know that they had been flat out all day!! Absolutely exceptional customer service and we will be back without hesitation. Thank you for making our experience one to forever remember. Andrew & Chris: your passion shines through.

HANMER SPRINGS - Hot Pool Evening SUPER SPECIAL

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Hot soak in a Nature
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Hot soak in a Nature

The hot pools are AMAZING!! There are multiple pool at vairing temperatures, something to suit everyone. The environment is clean and peaceful- a real little sanctuary. We will definitely be back!!

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Nice
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Nice

Wifi wasnt going well receptionist done a nice thing and connected me to another server. Park is nice, relaxing, lots of people though, was annoyed cos I was trying to take a nice photo of the view but a canoodling couple were always in the way.. they should have a couples only pool lol.

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Best place to relaxed ?
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Best place to relaxed ?

I extremely loved this place. Last night was my 6th visit and it was awesome. 42 degrees hot pool ?‍♂️ is the best one ☝️. Will highly recommend to everyone.

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Amazing
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Amazing

Lovely place to visit, we visited during end of July, so mid-winter and the hot springs was absolutely amazing when it’s cold out. We also went quite early so there wasn’t as much people who had visited and left a couple of hours later after lunch when it started getting more busy and crowded. Lots of benches and chairs near the main pool and the rides to put belongings but there’s also cubbies and lockers (for hire) near the hot pools. Would definitely visit again, maybe during warmer weather to see the difference.

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Anniversary Tings
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Anniversary Tings

Absolutely loved it.

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Just Perfect
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Just Perfect

Great customer service and lifeguards were very helpful and friendly. The range of pools and activities were excellent! Reminded us of Wet n Wild Gold Coast

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Wonderful day
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Wonderful day

Would highly recommend a trip to hanmer springs. The pools were absolutely lovely and the town equally so. Lots of cute shops and restaurants to visit. Spend the day here you wont regret it ?

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Fantastic
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Fantastic

We really enjoyed our time here. I thought the staff were really friendly (which you wouldn't normally get at a public pool) and good with children. The only con was - the pool that said no children - there were kids in there. Maybe a more elaborate sign for ages allowed, to clarify any confusion.

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What a great day in autumn
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What a great day in autumn

Heard about so much but yesterday had a great experience all thermal hot pools are fantastic we loved it all days goes like fast highly recommend for anyone who wants to chill and relax just a matter how busy it s for us it wasn’t

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Thermal pool and spa
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Thermal pool and spa

Had a good experience.. have planned to visit in winter as well. Would like to recommend for visit.

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„ Winter warmer”
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„ Winter warmer”

Visited Hanmer Spring after years and invited my German friends to the hot pools . Just a perfect night after being 4 days on the road . Great place to chill n relax and warm up the bones in the steamy winter wonderland. The low season gave up heaps of space and privacy in the pools ;)

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Miss
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Miss

The best place to escape with your special someone.

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Hotpools
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Hotpools

Great place to stop in & relax pays to get bookme deals went twice cost $29 instead of $48 if i had just paid @ pools

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Relaxing day
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Relaxing day

It is a nice place to relax with different pools. There’s also a cafe. Recommend to go.

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Hanmer hot pools
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Hanmer hot pools

Stunning relaxing loved it

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Awesome
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Awesome

Had a great evening in the hot pools. Love this place and come here every time we come to Hanmer. It's a must do and has pools for the whole family.

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Fantastic escape in the breezy NZ
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Fantastic escape in the breezy NZ

The pools are awesome, clean, & has different temperature degree. The facilities, including the "Photo lady", are perfect. With the scenic view from the pools, it's just can't be missed while you are in South island

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Awesome
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Awesome

Enjoyed

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Excellent place!
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Excellent place!

It's the second time we go to Hanmer Springs specially to the thermal pools! A place to have a great time with the whole family!!! My 5 years old son plays non stop time, my husband has lot of fun on slides and I can relax on saunas! I highly recommend!

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Amazing.
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Amazing.

Well organized facilities for customers. Loved it.

HANMER SPRINGS MASSAGE - REMEDIAL or RELAXATION

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THE BEST!!!
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THE BEST!!!

I had a one hr massage on Saturday and I must say, it was THE BEST!!! The massage therapist I had, was lovely, she listened to what I said about my aches and pains and made sure she spent extra time and effort on those areas, including using some sort of deep heat type product which worked wonders. I felt very relaxed afterwards and loved every minute. Thank you so very much, I will most definitely be back.

Jet Boat Waiau River - HANMER SPRINGS

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Absolute blast!
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Absolute blast!

We had so much fun! Great for all ages...my son is 5yrs old and didn’t want it to end.

HANMER SPRINGS - Hot Pool Evening SUPER SPECIAL

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Perfect relaxation
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Perfect relaxation

Fantastic atmosphere,assorted temperatured pools that suits everyone's needs. Would definitely recommend and will absolutely go back again xo

Quad Bike Tour / Off Road Buggy Tour - 2 Hours - HANMER SPRINGS

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Fantastic outdoor fun
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Fantastic outdoor fun

Ride on the double seats bike with my 7 years old son sitting at the back comfortably. It's an well chose route with great view and various terrains, suitable for beginners or kids. The guide is very friendly. 2 hours is good length of time too. The photos taken by the guide are okay but not really worth $35 in my opnion, purchased anyway. So one thing I would recommend to.improve for the activity is that if the guide can equip more professional camera and then to take better photos for their customers. Because there are some fantastic opportunities for great photos such as crossing river.

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Nice place to relax after a long ride;
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Nice place to relax after a long ride;

Nice hot pool and friendly staff. Will definitely recommend to everyone;

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nice time in Hanmer Springs
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nice time in Hanmer Springs

It’s been long time we said to have a hot pool trip to Hanmer Springs,and we just booked the ticket online,no reqire appointment,quite convient to use and valuable during the weekdays ~f Facilities are well maintained. Photograher took feel pictures for us but shame not good enough that we didn’t buy them for $20 just digital photos.

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Miss
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Miss

Amazing place

Jet Boat - HANMER SPRINGS with Bonus Christchurch Tram Ticket

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An awesome time
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An awesome time

We found this to be a very awesome experience, our driver was entertaining and kept up the thrills. Very beautiful river.

Quad Bike Tour / Off Road Buggy Tour - 2 Hours - HANMER SPRINGS

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Absolutely fantastic
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Absolutely fantastic

The second time I have done this with this company & can't recommend it highly enough! Darryl our instructor was so patient & has a great sense of humor! The track was varied with super fun water crossings. From start to finish we had fun & can't rave enough!!

Rafting Adventure with Jet Boat Return - Hanmer Springs

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Fun!!
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Fun!!

Staff was friendly and excellent customer service. The rafting itself is fantastic, spectacular landscapes and the swimming is so relaxing ?? Keep it up pls

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