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Top 3 nature & wildlife things to do in Hanmer Springs

Wildlife, forests, gardens, and the green pockets of Hanmer Springs that make it bearable in monsoon and beautiful by November. Day trips and short drives where the landscape is the point.

  1. Hanmer Springs Star Tours at Manuka Skies, Hanmer Springs1

    1. Hanmer Springs Star Tours at Manuka Skies

    5.0· 13 reviews· 2 hours

    Manuka Skies is a truely unique stargazing location. With minimal light pollution, and in a setting of native forest and wildlife, you will be visiting a sanctuary for both astronomy and wildlife alike. As you explore the heavens with our range of equipment, relax to the sound of our spring fed stream flowing down the mountain. Listen out for our native Morepork Owls that nest in the area. Manuka Skies acts as Kaitiaki for the sanctuary. Meaning we are it's guardians responsible for caring for her. Our vision is to re-connect the sky back to the earth through our forests.

  2. Hanmer Springs Quad Bikes, Hanmer Springs2

    2. Hanmer Springs Quad Bikes

    4.8· 111 reviews· 2 hours

    Plow through creeks, mud, and forest on a 2-hour quad biking adventure through the scenic landscape of Hanmer Springs. Our experienced guides will lead you on a fun and safe quad biking trip suitable for ages 16 and above. Our fleet of new power-steering quad bikes are easy to get the hang of: after training on our dedicated practice track you’ll be away in no time! Grab your gumboots and enjoy a muddy 4-wheel outdoor adventure on board Hanmer Springs’ only fleet of power-steering quad bikes.

  3. Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa, Hanmer Springs3

    3. Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa

    4.4· 234 reviews· 8 hours

    A visit to the Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa is an absolute must do! Book tickets here and let the powers of thermal heat and energy calm your body. Soak in the famed thermal pools while taking in the spectacular views of the New Zealand mountainside. Enjoy a quiet moment and allow Mother Nature to get to work soothing all your aches and pains leaving you refreshed and recharged. If you have some energy to burn, hit the lap pool, race the family down the hydroslides or splash about in the lazy river. Tickets include access to over 22 outdoor thermal pools and a family leisure area that includes four hydroslides, waterfalls and spouts for a joyous day out in the sun. Whether you are seeking relaxation or a family friendly activity for all ages, Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa ticks all the boxes and more.

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