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TSS Earnslaw Steamship Cruise from Queenstown
By RealNZ
This steamship cruise takes passengers across scenic Lake Wakatipu aboard the TSS “Earnslaw.” This vintage vessel lets you relax while soaking up the views en route to the Walter Peak High Country Farm. You can even step foot in the engine room and watch the stokers in action. Tours depart daily from the Queenstown waterfront.
from per adult
C$70.92
from per adult
C$70.92
Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 0-99, max of 150 per group
Duration:1h 30m
Start time: Check availability
Ticket type:Mobile
English
Highlights
- TSS “Earnslaw” cruise across Lake Wakatipu
- Relax aboard Queenstown’s iconic vintage steamship
- Explore the decks or visit the engine room
- Snacks and drinks are available to purchase from the cafe
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
What's not included- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Departure details
- 88 Beach Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand Please arrive 30 minutes before departure and queue directly outside the TSS Earnslaw, you will be checked in by name. (You are not required to check in at the office prior to this time)
Return details- Returns to original departure point
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 2264P26- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travellers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 150 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- What you can expect during your visit
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Community- Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.
- How much is TSS Earnslaw Steamship Cruise from Queenstown?
- TSS Earnslaw Steamship Cruise from Queenstown price starts from C$68.74. Discover and book TSS Earnslaw Steamship Cruise from Queenstown on Tripadvisor
- What is the TSS Earnslaw Steamship Cruise from Queenstown cancellation policy?
- TSS Earnslaw Steamship Cruise from Queenstown cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book TSS Earnslaw Steamship Cruise from Queenstown on Tripadvisor
- How much time do I need for TSS Earnslaw Steamship Cruise from Queenstown?
- On average, this experience will take approximately 1h 30m. Discover and book TSS Earnslaw Steamship Cruise from Queenstown on Tripadvisor
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 2264P26
Itinerary
- You'll start at88 Beach Street88 Beach Street, Queenstown 9300, New ZealandPlease arrive 30 minutes before departure and queue directly outside the TSS Earnslaw, you will be checked in by name. (You are not required to check in at the office prior to this time)See address & details
- Pass byLake Wakatipu
- You'll return to the starting point
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KaYonMymind
00Thanksgiving
The TSS Earnslaw Cruise to Walter Peak High Country Farm was unseasonably rainy the evening I went. I very much en…
darrensX3575HN
00Great
Whole thing was great well oiled...steamed machine 😊you will enjoy great staff food views and cute animals
Michael K
00Wonderful day out for all ages
The 110-year old steamship is one of the last working coal-fired steamers in the world. You can look down into the…
MAHESH M
00Must do experience in Queenstown.
Arriving on the TSS Earnslaw for lunch felt like you are arriving for a private party. The service was excellent an…
Cuttingblade
00Terrible arrangements but great staff on the boat
I can’t believe all the superlative reviews of this experience! I will try to give a balanced view from our own per…
Abby M
00A lovely afternoon out in Queenstown
Had the afternoon on the Earnslaw over to Walter Peak farm with the farm tour/afternoon tea. The experience on the…
KerryL148
00Fantastic way to spend the day, highly recommend!
We really enjoyed our Earnslaw Walter Peak Station experience & would highly recommend this trip. The views from TS…
SueDSurrey
00Stunning view on horseback!
I found this trip a wonderful experience. Easy to locate the steamship Earnslaw in Queenstown, you cross the lake…
JorinGoh
00Fun and amazing cruising!
Did 1-night stay on board the Fiorldland Navigator which was mesmerising. The Doubtful Sound was calm and clear ski…
marriott946
00Good Night Out
Very busy boat, history explained on this 1912 steamship on the journey to the farm. Comfy ride, prices somewhat e…
Samantha C
00Fun in the sun
Perfection from go to whoa. No detail was ignored. High class dining at its finest. The TSS Earnslaw. Such a wonder…
472janines
00Lovely trip with great views
My teen daughter and I went to enjoy the farm and the afternoon tea. The boat was packed, so make sure you are at l…
og_swifty
00Fantastic lunch
TSS Earnslaw is around for quite a while now but she still seems to be working just fine - our boat ride was packed…
doktorij
00Pleasurable Experience
The ship was a lovely piece of working history. Nice to be able to see the engine room in action. The dining experi…
Jill H
00Fabulous day out - not to be missed
What a fabulous way to spend time on beautiful Lake Wakitipu. Just being on TSS Earnslaw and see how it has been ke…
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Ali C
Guildford, UK11 contributions
Apr. 2022
Oh this was brilliant. The cafe on board is better than most cafes in Queenstown (well-priced too), stunning views the whole time, staff are brilliant even when the boat is swamped. Well worth the $70 even if you don't get off!
Written April 27, 2022
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Alex Nyman
54 contributions
We went for the evening cruise including dinner. It was a fabulous cruise and a fabulous meal. Beautiful scenery to watch on the way. The full workings of the boat are on display as the guys tend the engines. Polite and friendly service from the waiting staff. Sensible prices for drinks. The meal at the lodge was seriously impressive. 3 courses with fresh seafood cheeses cold cuts and olives etc followed by a range of freshly cut beef lamb pork and venison. Plus vegetables. The desert course was superb. And all can be requested as many times as your appetite can handle. Fantastic service too from Angelica. Peter the shepherd was very informative and gave a great display with Skye and Kim. We loved this cruisey evening and thoroughly recommend it to all young old families singles in fact everyone.
Written October 5, 2021
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BerniceBruce
Christchurch, New Zealand54 contributions
You can see why she's called the Lady of the Lake. She has a dignified feel about her that comes with over 110 years service. She is beautiful, inside and out. Hubby was very impressed with the 3 cylinder steam engine, which can be seen working from a viewing platform above the engine room. They serve drinks and lovely biccies and loaf from the on board cafe.
The trip across Lake Wakatipu was gorgeous. The lake was a little choppy but the boat handled it beautifully. The sights of the lake, the mountains and Walter Peak station were awe inspiring. Thank you for a wonderful trip!
The trip across Lake Wakatipu was gorgeous. The lake was a little choppy but the boat handled it beautifully. The sights of the lake, the mountains and Walter Peak station were awe inspiring. Thank you for a wonderful trip!
Written November 25, 2021
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Happy Traveler
8 contributions
May 2022 • Family
The Earnslaw trip highly recommended and the BBQ at Walter Peak Station a must do well worth every $$$. So many choices of Meats, Vegetables Salads Breads and Desserts. The Sticky Date is absolutely worth having.
I am going back to Queenstown in August and definitely going to do this trip again.
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Tristina Kirkwood-Cudby
I am going back to Queenstown in August and definitely going to do this trip again.
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Tarina Kirkwood
Tresyn Kirkwood-Pou
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Tristina Kirkwood-Cudby
Written May 23, 2022
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DiveHQWellington
Wellington, New Zealand29 contributions
Feb. 2021
Really enjoyed the whole experience, being able to watch the crew and the engine was surprisingly interesting and the scenery as we headed to Walter Peak is stunning.
The BBQ dinner at the Station is truly gourmet and we couldn't fault the quantity or quality of the meal. We also enjoyed walking around the farm and the 'dog show' was also entertaining.
This was much better than I was expecting and I would definitely recommend it for everyone to enjoy.
The BBQ dinner at the Station is truly gourmet and we couldn't fault the quantity or quality of the meal. We also enjoyed walking around the farm and the 'dog show' was also entertaining.
This was much better than I was expecting and I would definitely recommend it for everyone to enjoy.
Written February 23, 2021
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michaelwebster65
Melbourne, Australia59 contributions
Mar. 2020
We arrived in Queenstown on the 14th March for a quick 4 day stay, and one of the things on our "to do" list was the Walter Peak Dinner Cruise. We managed to book for that very night and we are so glad we did. It is an incredible vessel with so much history attached to it, my fiancee and I loved sitting up near the bow out it the open air enjoying a couple of drinks on the journey across to Walter Peak where we enjoyed an beautiful dinner (good enough that I actually went and thanked the chefs). We also saw a great exhibition of a working sheep dog and shearing show. I have previously been on this cruise many years ago and it was fantastic to be able to do it again. We can't wait to come back.
Written May 12, 2020
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Calm traveler
1 contribution
May 2022 • Friends
I thought I could sit back, relax and enjoy the view but it was the opposite. Children running around and loud, radio/music on in the background and kids playing the piano..too much noise all at the same time. Enjoyed the view and listening to the history of the boat though.
Written May 12, 2022
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RealNZsales
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are sorry to hear that it wasn't as relaxing as you would have hoped. We will take this feedback on board and look at ways to improve this.
Written May 15, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Happyjohnny
Auckland, New Zealand381 contributions
Jul. 2020
Taking the TSS Earnslaw to the Walter Peak station was rather a unique surprise. From boarding to the trip and the visit to the farm, I cannot fault the operation. It is certainly worth looking into NZ history.
Written August 20, 2020
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Jacqui T
Wellington, New Zealand70 contributions
Jan. 2021
Just do it. I did the dinner cruise a while ago so went with the 90 minute cruise to Walter Peak station and back. It was a stunning day and very hot so the lake breeze and a couple of glasses of wine really helped. The Earnslaw and it's size and the ability to see how a steamship works is just as fascinating as it ever was.
Written January 17, 2021
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millytravels56
Melbourne, Australia27 contributions
Overpriced at $80NZ for one and half hours. I would not recommend this if you’re looking for an interesting trip. The scenery is beautiful but for the price it is not worth it. On the way back passengers are families mostly with young children and the boat becomes very noisy and crowded. Disappointing.
Written October 25, 2022
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BrenandJohn
Robina, Australia6 contributions
Hi, wondering whether the Tss Earnslaw will travel to Walter Peak station for Christmas Lunch this Christmas , 25.12.21. If so, will the meal still be BBQ or a special Christmas dinner? Price? Many thanks, Brenda
Kez
1 contribution
Looking to have Xmas lunch somewhere while holidaying in Queenstown..would this be an option??? Cruise and lunch???
Anthony G
Newcastle, Australia3 contributions
Is August a peak time? Given some of the feedback on overcrowding we'd like to ensure we have the best possible experience should we go on your cruise.
Edward C
Solihull, UK55 contributions
August is low season being Winter - the crowds we saw were in the peak Summer months. Hope this helps. Edward
gratana
Buenos Aires, Argentina8 contributions
Dinner rate with sea food or without it. Lunch rates at water peak restaurant. Thanks!!!
Hammerpaddle
Savannah, GA45 contributions
Is the lunch included in the $49.40 price? Is the cruise still 1.5 hours even with the stop at the Farm and lunch?
Anthony G
Wilmington, NC94 contributions
Lunch was not included in our ticket. You can bring your own food on board (the local the downtown Fresh Choice does a great range of sandwiches), or buy snacks from the bar/cafe in the main saloon. Our trip was 1:45 minutes duration.
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