Hunting

Hunting in the Hanmer Springs region is popular with locals and international hunters alike.

In the surrounding back country you’ll find red stag, chamois, and boar as well as geese and ducks.

Whether you’re heli-hunting from Hanmer Springs Village, exploring the North Canterbury hunting blocks or aiming for big game or trophies with a local guide, Hanmer Springs is an excellent base for your hunting trip.

There are several operators offering heli-hunting trips in the region, as well as high country stations and lodges with game parks or guided hunting expeditions.

Visit the Hanmer Springs i-SITE Visitor Centre for weather forecasts, hunting information and maps.