New Zealand Ski Regions: Hanmer Springs
Only about 2½ hours from Christchurch yet you could be another world away. Hanmer Springs Ski Area is situated on Mount St. Patrick, above the alpine and thermal mountain resort of Hanmer Springs, which is an easy three quarter of an hour's drive away.
The Hanmer Springs Ski Area is a short drive from the Hanmer village. Hanmer Spring has a great range of accommodation. When not skiing there is a lively café / bar scene in Hanmer Springs, and the Hanmer Springs thermal hot pools have made it a popular tourist destination. There are also plenty of activities for the whole family, including jetboating, fishing, hiking, sightseeing and much more . . .
Ski & Snowboard Areas in Hanmer Springs:
An ideal location promises lots of snow and fabulous skiing. The ski runs are brilliant for all stages of skiers, but especially anyone of intermediate grade who'll literally discover a mountain of fun.
- Only 15 kms from Hanmer Springs
- Small area -- great terrain
- Brilliant for intermediates
- Ski shuttle transport
- Good constant fall line skiing
- Snowboarders will enjoy
- Longest poma in New Zealand
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