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A large, multi-level swimming pool with clear blue water and a central hot tub. 1
Two people relaxing on a rocky surface in a natural setting with a thatched-roof structure and cacti in the background. 2
A child playing with water in a playground. 3
A woman in a blue swimsuit in a pool with a waterfall feature. 4
A child sliding down a water slide. 5
By Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is $25 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

    • Relax in thermal pools surrounded by native gardens with mountain vistas
    • Dip into rock pools and soothing sulphur pools with an array of water jets
    • Float down the lazy river and slide down the thrilling water slides
    • Enjoy a meal in the garden picnic areas from the onsite restaurant
    • Avoid getting turned away with a pre-booked reservation ticket

Activity location

    • Hanmer Springs
    • Hanmer Springs, Canterbury, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 42 Amuri Avenue, Hanmer Springs 7334, New Zealand | Arrive directly at Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa.
    • Hanmer Springs, Canterbury, New Zealand

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Single Entry Ticket

  • English

Please choose this option if you only plan to enter the thermal pools once during the day.

Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00AM
Price details
$24.71 x 1 Adult$24.71
Total
Price is $24.71
Until Wed, Aug 12

Same-Day Return Entry Ticket

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English

Please choose this option if you are interested in leaving the thermal pools and returning in the same day.

Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00AM
Price details
$29.42 x 1 Adult$29.42
Total
Price is $29.42
Until Wed, Aug 12

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Thermal springs ticket
  • Inclusions
    Access to outdoor pools and water slides
  • Exclusions
    Towel
  • Exclusions
    Locker

What you can expect

  • Discover Hanmer Springs, a resort town known for its natural hot pools, only 90 minutes from Christchurch. Soak in the famous, mineral-rich waters in thermal pools surrounded by native gardens with mountain vistas. Book a single entry ticket or a return entry ticket to access twice in 1 day.

    Indulge in various pools, including rock pools, soothing sulfur pools, water jets, and bubbles. Feel like a kid with access to an activity pool, lap pool, lazy river, water slides, garden picnic areas, and the Tea Kiosk Cafe & Grill.

    Book your tickets in advance to drop in at any time and avoid the disappointment of getting turned away, especially during the pool’s busy weekends. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a natural wonder created many years ago in the underground.

Location

Activity location

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    • Hanmer Springs
    • Hanmer Springs, Canterbury, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 42 Amuri Avenue, Hanmer Springs 7334, New Zealand | Arrive directly at Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa.
    • Hanmer Springs, Canterbury, New Zealand