Soak in the hot pools of He Puna Taimoana
Christchurch, New Zealand • INR 1320 - INR 2200 approx.• 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
13°C – 23°C, warm and stable weather with minimal rainfall, high crowds, peak season
13°C – 23°C, warm and stable weather with minimal rainfall, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Facilities include ramps, hoists, and accessible changing rooms.
Facilities include ramps, hoists, and accessible changing rooms.
Value for money
Medium
Pricey during peak times, but the experience is worth it.
Pricey during peak times, but the experience is worth it.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Romantic Escape
Couples loved the stunning ocean views and the relaxing, warm pools. Perfect date!
Relaxing Oasis
Visitors felt it was a great way to unwind. The variety of pools caters to all preferences.
Sunrise Soak
Couples raved about the Sunrise Soak. Worth the splurge for the experience!
Exposed Waiting
Some found waiting areas exposed. Be prepared for the elements during your visit.
Peak Price
Travelers felt it was overpriced during peak season. Consider off-peak visits.
Crowded Weekends
Weekends were reported to be very crowded. Booking in advance is highly recommended.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
10:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 7:30 PM
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Relax and unwind in Christchurch’s peaceful hot pools
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
10-20°C
December marks the onset of summer in Christchurch, with average high temperatures of 19.6°C and lows around 10.2°C. Rainfall is moderate, averaging 27mm over approximately 10.2 days.
December marks the onset of summer in Christchurch, with average high temperatures of 19.6°C and lows around 10.2°C. Rainfall is moderate, averaging 27mm over approximately 10.2 days.
Open
Due to high demand, advance bookings are recommended to secure preferred times.
Due to high demand, advance bookings are recommended to secure preferred times.
Recommended
December offers warm temperatures and long daylight hours, making it a popular time to visit He Puna Taimoana. However, the high tourist season results in crowded conditions and higher prices. Advance bookings are advisable.
December offers warm temperatures and long daylight hours, making it a popular time to visit He Puna Taimoana. However, the high tourist season results in crowded conditions and higher prices. Advance bookings are advisable.
January
HIGH
13-23°C
Warm and stable weather with minimal rainfall.
Warm and stable weather with minimal rainfall.
Open
High demand may require advance booking.
High demand may require advance booking.
Recommended
January offers warm weather ideal for soaking in the hot pools. However, it's peak season, so expect larger crowds and higher prices. Advance booking is recommended.
January offers warm weather ideal for soaking in the hot pools. However, it's peak season, so expect larger crowds and higher prices. Advance booking is recommended.
February
MEDIUM
13-23°C
Warm and settled weather with minimal rainfall.
Warm and settled weather with minimal rainfall.
Open
Moderate demand; booking in advance is advisable.
Moderate demand; booking in advance is advisable.
Recommended
February provides warm weather with slightly fewer crowds than January. Prices remain high, so early booking is still recommended.
February provides warm weather with slightly fewer crowds than January. Prices remain high, so early booking is still recommended.
March
LOW
10-20°C
Mild temperatures with slightly increased rainfall.
Mild temperatures with slightly increased rainfall.
Open
Lower demand; more flexible booking options.
Lower demand; more flexible booking options.
Recommended
March offers mild weather and fewer tourists, making it a pleasant time to visit with more availability and potentially lower prices.
March offers mild weather and fewer tourists, making it a pleasant time to visit with more availability and potentially lower prices.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Bike
Car
Taxi
Walking
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required