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Kaikoura and Hanmer Springs
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Kaikoura is a place that will stay in your memory forever.

It’s like witnessing the formation of the landscape when the mountains rose from the sea. It’s a timeless place where the presence of man is ignored by seals who lounge along the shore line, dolphins play within sight of the town and majestic sperm whales feed all year round.

A short drive from Kaikoura is the charming alpine spa town of Hanmer Springs where visitors have been relaxing in the soothing mineral waters since 1859. This is an ideal centre to improve your skiing or mountain bike skills or just to enjoy a forest walk and relish the tranquillity.
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Best times to go:
Kaikoura's mild maritime climate and high sunshine hours draw visitors year round. In Hanmer Springs during winter you can ski all day, then soak your aching muscles in the hot springs at night, whilst the summer months see the mountain bike trails come alive.
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Winter in Kaikoura and Hanmer Springs means cool temperatures between 5°C to 11°C during the day, with crisp morning frosts and snow on the hilltops. Average summer temperatures range between 13°C and 20°C
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