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Hanmer Springs Ski Area

Mt St Patrick, Hanmer Springs, New Zealand
027 434 1806
5.0 of 5 stars 7 Reviews
Type: Ski/ Snowboard Areas
Useful Information: Activities for young children, Activities for older children
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Singapore, Singapore
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172 reviews 172 reviews
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106 helpful votes 106 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 8, 2011

We took a day trip from Hanmer and took the winding road up the valley to the ski area. Note - you do need snow chains to attempt the very steep terrain and some of the turns towards the top of the pass are very hairy, not for the faint hearted. we weren't equipped for skiing being day trippers so... More

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Shane Cundy, Public Relations Manager at Hanmer Springs Ski Area, responded to this review
February 11, 2012

Thank you for your comments - just a couple of points to clarify - the road is like all alpine roads in NZ, as such it does require chains for safety reasons. It really is no more scary to drive than Mt Hutt. Our terrain is mainly for intermediate & advanced however we are installing a brand new beginners tow... More

Sydney, Australia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 27, 2011

Been doing the club fields in Canterbury for years - nothing like it in the world. Best kept secret is Hanmer - long poma, really good terrain, and friendliest day lodge anywhere. Top it off, at the end of the day have a soak in the Hanmer hot pools. Good pubs and cafs too More

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ashley
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 25, 2011
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Please don't miss out on the Hanmer Springs Ski Area when visiting the village of Hanmer Springs. If you are not used to driving in the mountains then catch a shuttle up. It is a special experience. Friendly, warm club house with helpful staff, ski and boarding instructors. Upstairs area suitable for small children or non-skiers to sit in comfortable,... More

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chch
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 25, 2011
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What a wonderful ski area. The views are to die for. The road is a lot better than some other ski areas we have visited. The staff are super friendly. Skiing terrain is a lot better than i thought. Mixed terrain both intermediate and small sections of advanced accessible by a rope tow and pomma covering two different aspects. This... More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 24, 2011

Would recommend to use the shuttle as Ross and his team are excellent drivers and know their stuff! Dont forget to grab something from the Hanmer Bakery, the food is yummy! And check out the pools before you leave Hanmer Springs, they are hot!!! More

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Hanmer Springs, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2011

Amazing snow, awesome scenery & friendly staff. What more could you ask for ! More

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Springfield, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 24, 2011

hanmer springs ski area is a short drive from hanmer springs, the road is a good start to the adventure. Great skiing for all levels and nice groomed slopes - we got some epic powder on the poma, the locals told us its the longest in the southern hemi. stay a night in the lodge, its cheap, friendly and only... More

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