TSS Earnslaw Cruises and Walter Peak Tickets

Ideal for foodies and nature lovers, the TSS Earnslaw Cruise with Walter Peak BBQ offers a unique Queenstown lakeside dining adventure.

Step aboard the historic TSS Earnslaw or the modern Spirit of Queenstown and enjoy a cruise across Lake Wakatipu with alpine and lakeside views along the way.

Relish a gourmet BBQ buffet at the charming Colonel’s Homestead, featuring wood-fired meats, fresh salads, and indulgent desserts.

Discover the life of a working farm with a lively sheep-herding show, farm dogs in action, and the chance to meet other friendly animals.

Fun fact: Launched in 1912, the TSS Earnslaw is the last remaining coal-fired steamship in the Southern Hemisphere, lovingly preserved for all to enjoy.

Cruise Lake Wakatipu and enjoy a guided farm tour at Walter Peak—perfect for families, animal lovers, and curious travellers of all ages.

Meet sheep, alpacas, Highland cattle, and farm dogs, then watch a sheepdog demo in the amphitheatre led by an expert rural host.

Stroll the farmyard, feed friendly animals, and enjoy freshly baked scones, cakes, and slices during a lakeside afternoon tea.

Choose from 2 vessels: the TSS Earnslaw with live piano and an open engine room, or the Spirit of Queenstown with panoramic decks and accessible design.

Fun fact: Walter Peak Farm has been a working farm since the 1800s, offering a unique look at high-country farming traditions!

Take a scenic cruise aboard the historic TSS Earnslaw or the modern Spirit of Queenstown catamaran across Lake Wakatipu, with views of Queenstown's alpine peaks.

Combine your cruise with a guided tour of Walter Peak High Country Farm, where you'll meet farm animals and enjoy freshly baked afternoon tea.

Choose to add a gourmet BBQ lunch or dinner at Walter Peak Farm to your cruise, where you'll dine with lakeside views in a peaceful high-country setting.

Add a small-group horse trek to your cruise, riding through Walter Peak's rolling farmland, led by an experienced guide.

Fun fact: Lake Wakatipu’s unique Z-shape causes its water level to rise and fall rhythmically every 25 minutes—local legend calls it the heartbeat of a giant.

Set sail on the calming waters of Lake Wakatipu on this 90-minute cruise and see Queenstown from a different perspective than before.

Soak up Queenstown's rich history with engaging commentary from knowledgeable local guides who know the area like the back of their hand.

Marvel at the pink and red flowers in Queenstown Garden and the jagged-shaped Remarkables Range as you make your way down Kawarau River.

Catch sight of the rare Yellow-crowned Kākāriki fishing for some food in the lake’s crystal clear waters. 

Fun fact: The 2018 film, Mission: Impossible - Fallout was filmed in Queenstown.

Enjoy a scenic 90-minute cruise aboard the historic TSS Earnslaw across Lake Wakatipu, with breathtaking views of Queenstown's alpine peaks.

Experience a guided horse trek at Walter Peak High Country Farm, where you’ll ride through rolling farmland led by an experienced guide.

Take in spectacular views of Lake Wakatipu and surrounding mountains as you trot along scenic trails, perfect for novice riders.

After your trek, relax with delicious afternoon tea at the Colonel’s Homestead Restaurant, surrounded by stunning gardens and farmyard scenery.

Fun fact: Walter Peak, settled in the 1860s, became a key sheep station, significantly contributing to the region's wool industry and agricultural heritage.

Cruise across Lake Wakatipu aboard the historic TSS Earnslaw, taking in stunning views of Queenstown’s alpine landscape.

Explore Walter Peak Farm's native gardens with your guide, discovering unique plants like tussock grass and manuka, vital to New Zealand’s ecosystems.

Play a part in New Zealand’s rich biodiversity by planting a native seedling on the farm’s reforested peninsula.

Enjoy a high tea crafted from homegrown produce and local ingredients, featuring delightful treats to savor.

Fun fact: Originally built in 1902, the Colonel's Homestead was reconstructed in 1977 after a fire, preserving its historic charm at Walter Peak.

Join a guided day tour of Milford Sound, exploring scenic stops with hassle-free round-trip transfers from Queenstown.

On your way to Milford Sound, you'll get to stop at places like Mirror Lakes and enjoy short walks to take in the area's natural beauty.

Enjoy a cruise on Milford Sound, a fjord formed by glaciers, bordered by mountains and waterfalls. Keep an eye out for seals, dolphins, and penguins.

Enhance your experience by opting for the premium experience with a small group.

Fun fact: The Lady Bowen Falls, one of Milford Sound's most iconic waterfalls, also provides electricity and water to the nearby village.