Waimakariri, North Canterbury is a place where you will experience a truly New Zealand country lifestyle destination, and be welcomed by the people who will share their place with you.
 

Experience the delicious local and seasonal flavours of this land are available all year round from roadside stalls, produce and farmers’ markets and in the cafes and restaurants.

Hanmer Springs Village is New Zealand's premier alpine spa destination. Located in the South Island of New Zealand, Hanmer Springs is best known for the award-winning Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa, where visitors enjoy pampering and relaxation amongst beautiful alpine vistas.

Explore the Hanmer Springs Village and discover accommodation ranging from exquisite five-star apartments and boutique hotels to cosy B&Bs and idyllic, relaxed holiday parks.

Activities; from bungy jumping and snowboarding to golf and forest walks, Hanmer Springs Village has something for everyone.

The area is also popular with hiking and biking with the forest and mountainous trails that litter the region. 
 

From the alpine spa town of Hanmer Springs and the award winning Thermal Pools & Spa to the rolling hills of the Waipara Valley and its award winning wine experiences.  From our rugged coastline to our braided rivers, our alpine  adventures to our relaxing spas. 
In the Hurunui we live the lives others only dream of – come visit and travel well.