Driving Route : Christchurch - Blenheim - Christchurch
- Overview
- Day 1 : Christchurch to Hanmer Springs
- Day 2 : Hanmer Springs to Murchison
- Day 3 : Murchison to Blenheim
- Day 4 : Blenheim to Kaikoura
- Day 5 : Kaikoura to Christchurch
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Day 2: Hanmer Springs to St Arnaud
Travel time is approximate only, based on an average driving speed under normal road conditions.
Travel Time | Km | (Miles) | |
---|---|---|---|
Hanmer Springs - Murchison | 3 hrs | 229 | 143 |
Totals for Day | 3 hrs | 229 | 143 |
Hanmer Springs - St Arnaud
229 km (143 miles)
Approximately 3 hours
Road Conditions: State Highway
Hanmer Springs is a destination for relaxation and indulgence. You can soak in the hot springs or treat yourself to a range of spa therapies. Outdoor activities include forest walks, horse trekking, trout fishing, jet boating, bungy jumping and golf.
Lewis Pass takes you through beech forest to Maruia Springs, where you can enjoy a hot soak. At Springs Junction you'll turn onto State Highway 65 - a beautiful section of road that leads you through the enchanting Maruia Forest, which has New Zealand's largest natural population of Kakariki (a native parakeet). At Murchison you can find out about the massive earthquake that shook the region in 1929. The Buller River is your companion all the way to St Arnaud.
The alpine village of St Arnaud sits on the edge of Lake Rotoiti against a stunning backdrop of mountains. It's the perfect base for exploring the Nelson Lakes National Park, which has many magnificent hiking trails. Local adventure operators offer you a choice of kayaking, river rafting, mountain biking, horse trekking and 4WD motorbiking.
- Overview
- Day 1 : Christchurch to Hanmer Springs
- Day 2 : Hanmer Springs to Murchison
- Day 3 : Murchison to Blenheim
- Day 4 : Blenheim to Kaikoura
- Day 5 : Kaikoura to Christchurch
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