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Queenstown for families

Discover a world of family adventure in Queenstown! From thrilling theme parks to delightful zoo and aquarium visits, we have curated the best options for the perfect family getaway.
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Top experiences in Queenstown

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Steamboat cruising on Lake Wakatipu with snow-capped mountains in the background.
Sightseeing Cruises
From Queenstown: TSS Earnslaw Lake Wakatipu Cruise
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NZ$115
From Queenstown: TSS Earnslaw Lake Wakatipu Cruise. Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 688 ratings.From NZ$115
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Sheepdog herding sheep at Walter Peak High Country Farm with visitors watching.
Sightseeing Cruises
From Queenstown: TSS Earnslaw/Spirit of Queenstown with Walter Peak Farm Tour
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NZ$135
From Queenstown: TSS Earnslaw/Spirit of Queenstown with Walter Peak Farm Tour. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 156 ratings.From NZ$135
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Tourists boarding a red coach to Milford Sound, New Zealand, with mountains in the background.
Day Trips
From Queenstown: Milford Sound Coach Ride and Cruise with Farm Tour
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NZ$365
From Queenstown: Milford Sound Coach Ride and Cruise with Farm Tour. Rated 0 out of 5 from 0 ratings.From NZ$365

What our guests say

Ainsley Dermody
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Ainsley

New Zealand
Feb 2026

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Wel organised You put on a great day NO rain The views and commentary were well said Glass of wine was very welcome Enjoyed the international company

From Queenstown: TSS Earnslaw Lake Wakatipu Cruise

Pamela Stone
AU

Pamela

Australia
Jan 2026

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Enjoyed watching and learning about the animals and learning of all the training involved for the sheep dog, and the devotion of the trainer. I was also pleased that on the track there was an alternate route that avoided stairs which enabled my mother to complete the walk. High tea had a lot of variety. Place clean & well organised. Ship added a touch of nostalgia to my day. Weather was perfect. All in all, it was a perfect day.

From Queenstown: TSS Earnslaw Lake Wakatipu Cruise

Lisa Mckenna

Lisa

Jan 2026

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Lovely cruise the views were spectacular and enjoyed the buffet lunch. The farm show was good fun and Kip the dog was the star. There could have been better organisation on both the seating on the cruise as there were reserved tables which was not available at the time of booking. The buffet appeared to be a free for all!

From Queenstown: TSS Earnslaw Lake Wakatipu Cruise

Kirsty Ana-Marie Montgomery
NZ

Kirsty

New Zealand
Jan 2026

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The whole Earnslaw experience was fantastic from start to finish. The boat ride was great, the bbq lunch and views were incredible (the staff even sang happy birthday to my husband) and the farm show was quite good - especially Mia the dog. Would absolutely recommend

From Queenstown: TSS Earnslaw Lake Wakatipu Cruise

Victor Roy
AU

Victor

Australia
Jan 2026

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I would give this experience 6 stars if I could. The boat, scenery, restaurant, food, service, show were all better than expected. Put it at the top of your todo list.

From Queenstown: TSS Earnslaw Lake Wakatipu Cruise

Richard Kendall
US

Richard

United States
Jan 2026

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Such a great experience being able to see the engine room. Plenty of different areas to sit and the cafe/bar served lovely dinks and food.

From Queenstown: TSS Earnslaw Lake Wakatipu Cruise

Miriam Dollard
IE

Miriam

Ireland
Jan 2026

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All fantastic. The smooth spin on the steamboat (from someone who suffers from travel sickness!) BBQ food was delicious and so well organised - no dash for the tables! Sheep shearing demo very informative. Highly recommend the day trip.

From Queenstown: TSS Earnslaw Lake Wakatipu Cruise

Samantha Levine
US

Samantha

United States
Jan 2026

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The views on this cruise were abolutely breathetaking, I sat on the top deck to really take it in. The visit to the farm was ideal as well, high tea offered many selections of bites and the animals were lovely to interact with. Knowledgable guide as well, Josh. Would recommend this to all visiting Queenstown!

From Queenstown: TSS Earnslaw/Spirit of Queenstown with Walter Peak Farm Tour

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