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Camping & Sightseeing at Hamner, New Zealand

Looking for things to do in Hamner, New Zealand? This area offers plenty of adventure for the traveler. It is just 90 minutes away from Christchurch, so the team at Storage Direct like to visit there a lot! Here are some things to keep you busy during your stay.

Walking
There are tons of trails and areas to walk around this location. There’s local fauna and flora to view and there's some paths up Conical hill to explore for more adventurous walkers. There's a map you can get as the information center so you'll know where to walk and what to see.

Spa
There’s a spa here that you can visit to rest your weary body. There's a fully stocked shop at the spa as well. If you can afford it then a spa treatment might be just what you're looking for on your trip here.

Queen Marry Hospital
One attraction here is the Queen Mary Hospital. It was closed in 2003, but you can still visit the historic building. You can walk around the grounds however and view the old buildings. There's a tour at noon with information on each building.

Drive from Hamner Springs to Kaikoura
This is an excellent scenic drive and one you should take on your trip here. Fuel up before you go as you won't find any on the way. The road is usually pretty deserted too so you can have a long relaxing drive. Take a lunch and make a day out of it.

Maruia Springs
You’ll find this spring in Lewis Pass. These hot pools come in various sizes, shapes, and temperatures. They are built from smooth rocks from the Maruia River. With the snow covered mountains surrounding you you'll feel at peace here. This is one relaxing spot to try on your trip. The thermal water is said to have healing properties because of the mineral content. It is said to help soften the skin and detoxify the body.

Quad Biking in Hamner Springs
For those that like to bike this areas has a lot of excellent opportunities. There are bike trips you can take and there's riding for all levels. You will have an informative guide on your trip. There’s a lot of great scenery to see on this bike trip.

i-Site
This is a network of information centers and you'll find great advice here on areas to camp, things to do and other accommodations during your stay. They can book you a place to stay if you want as well as provide you with a wealth of tips. The local i-Site is a perfect first stop for information during your trip. These sites are located throughout New Zealand.

Thrillseekers Adventure
For those that want more adventure you can try the Thrillseekers Adventure Company which provides fun activities in Hamner Springs. You can explore white rapids and gorges on their jet boat and see stunning scenery or go for a thrilling bungee jump. You’ll leap off the historic Ferry Bridge which is the gateway to Hamner Springs and have a 35 foot free fall to the canyon.

You cаn take rafting adventures and view salmon or trout as you go down the Waiau River. The company has experienced guides to give you the instruction that you need on your adventures. For those that like shooting they even offer a paintball course to try or do some clay bird shooting as well.

Hamner Springs has a lot of fun activities for you to try and you’ll enjoy your time there. The i-Site guide cаn get you started so you’ll find the perfect place to camp or get the right accommodations to meet your needs.