Hanmer Springs is a tiny alpine village tucked away in Hanmer Forest Park at the foot of the Hanmer Range in the Canterbury region of New Zealand’s South Island. Blessed with impressive natural hot springs, this small spa resort attracts visitors year-round who come to enjoy the heavenly experience of soaking in the soothing thermal pools surrounded by dramatic mountains and towering forests. For those who prefer to indulge in more adventurous activities, there is an array of bungee jumping, jet boating, trout fishing and mountain biking facilities available. Spend your days skiing the snow-capped Mt St Patrick and the St James Ranges, and your evenings lazing in the steaming pools or exploring the rows of boutiques and tempting eateries that line the main street of this charming hamlet. Whether you are seeking high adventure or relaxed self-indulgence, Hanmer Springs never disappoints.