Duration
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
Guided tour
Meals included
Cruise Lake Wakatipu on the TSS Earnslaw to Walter Peak Farm. Explore native gardens, plant a tree, and enjoy high tea featuring local ingredients.
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Cruise across Lake Wakatipu aboard the historic TSS Earnslaw, taking in sweeping views of Queenstown’s alpine landscape.
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Wander through Walter Peak’s kitchen and native gardens, sampling fresh ingredients and discovering plants like tussock grass and manuka that shape New Zealand’s ecosystems.
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Plant a native seedling on the reforested peninsula and leave a positive impact on the region’s biodiversity.
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Enjoy a garden-to-table light lunch, featuring seasonal produce and homemade treats crafted from ingredients grown on-site.
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Fun fact: The Colonel’s Homestead, originally built in 1902, was lovingly rebuilt in 1977 after a fire—preserving its lakeside heritage at Walter Peak.
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Return cruise on the TSS Earnslaw across Lake Wakatipu
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Guided tour of the kitchen gardens with produce tasting
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Native flora & conservation walk
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Opportunity to plant a native tree or shrub
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Garden-to-table light lunch, featuring homegrown & locally sourced ingredients
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Expert host commentary throughout the experience
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- Other food and drinks (available to purchase on board TSS Earnslaw)
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
All aboard the TSS Earnslaw
Step aboard the beloved TSS Earnslaw, a century-old steamship carrying generations across the shimmering waters of Lake Wakatipu. As you glide toward Walter Peak, take in the iconic alpine vistas—Cecil Peak, the Remarkables, and the deep blues of the lake. Explore the beautifully restored vessel, including the working steam engine room and onboard museum, or relax with a snack from the Promenade Café as the scenery unfolds around you.
Garden to Table at Walter Peak
Arriving at Walter Peak High Country Farm, you’ll be welcomed into a stunning lakeside setting where nature, produce, and conservation come together. Join your guide for a relaxed walk through the lush kitchen gardens and native planting areas, sampling fresh herbs and seasonal produce as you go. Learn how the farm grows, harvests, and prepares ingredients for its garden-to-table dining.
Next, play your part in Walter Peak’s land restoration project by planting a native seedling—a hands-on contribution to the farm’s growing biodiversity.
Your experience concludes with a garden-to-table light lunch, featuring homemade, freshly prepared dishes crafted from ingredients grown right on the property. Enjoy your meal in the peaceful lakeside surrounds before boarding the TSS Earnslaw for your journey back to Queenstown.
What to bring
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Bring your covered shoes/boots (nonslip), long trousers, warm clothing/jacket, sunscreen, sunglasses, and camera.
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Pack your meds – better to be prepared, just in case they’re not available onsite.
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Bring a cash-free payment method for meals, souvenirs, and extra delights not covered by the ticket.
Accessibility
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TSS Earnslaw is wheelchair accessible. If you need wheelchair assistance, kindly make a note when booking.
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The Eco Experience involves walking on gravel paths, so it may be challenging for wheelchair users. Those with impaired mobility should consider their comfort level before participating.
Additional information
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The cruise is subject to favorable weather conditions. In the event of cancellation due to poor weather, you will have the option of rescheduling or receiving a full refund.
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The TSS Earnslaw undergoes yearly maintenance, during which an alternative vessel will be in service.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please arrive at the boarding point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.
Boarding point
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Board your cruise at TSS Earnslaw Visitor Centre.
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Address: 88 Beach Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand.
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