RealNZ - TSS Earnslaw Cruise & Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner

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For a dining experience unlike any other in Queenstown, join us on a trip to Walter Peak High Country Farm aboard the iconic vintage Steamship, the TSS Earnslaw

For a dining experience unlike any other in Queenstown, join us on a trip to Walter Peak High Country Farm aboard the iconic vintage Steamship, the TSS Earnslaw

Highlights

  • Unique dining experience
  • Gourmet barbecue dinner at the Colonel’s Homestead Restaurant
  • Enjoy lakeside dining at Walter Peak, away from the bustle of Queenstown
  • Explore the TSS Earnslaw, watch the stokers in the engine room and enjoy the views of Lake Whakatipu
  • Licensed bar and cafe onboard the TSS Earnslaw

Your evening begins with a magical cruise across Lake Wakatipu aboard the TSS Earnslaw, a vintage steamship launched in 1912 and rich in local pioneering history. She is the only hand-fired commercial passenger carrying vessel in the Southern Hemisphere.

Arriving at Walter Peak High Country Farm on the opposite side of the lake it is time to disembark for the ambience of the Colonel’s Homestead Restaurant situated in beautiful gardens.

The menu includes an extensive range of local and New Zealand produce, succulent meats cooked on the rotisserie, a delicious range of vegetables and salads. Then finish with your dining experience with tantalising desserts, cheeses and freshly brewed tea and coffee.

After dinner enjoy a stroll around the beautiful gardens or join our farmer in the amphitheatre for our beloved farm show which includes a sheep shearing demonstration.

The entertainment continues on the spectacular night-time cruise home, where you can join in on a sing-a-long with the ship's pianist or just enjoy the fresh air and stunning views on the deck as the sparkling lights of Queenstown draw closer.

Adult - 5pm $199.00
Child - 5pm $99.00
Adult - 7pm $189.00
Child - 7pm $95.00
Infant $0.00
Adult - 5:01pm $149.00
Child - 5:01pm $75.00
Infant - 5:01pm $0.00

What's included

  • Return cruise across Lake Whakatipu aboard the iconic TSS Earnslaw Steamship
  • Gourmet BBQ dinner
  • Farm demonstration

Location

Notes

  • Duration: 4 hours

    Departure Location: RealNZ Visitor Centre on Steamer Wharf, 88 Beach St, Queenstown Bay. As you're pre-booked, please exchange your ticket for a boarding pass at the TSS Earnslaw Visitor Centre.

    Check In: Please check in a minimum of 20 minutes prior to departure.

    Notes:

    • Please let RealNZ know in advance if you have dietary requirements in the special requirements field when you complete your booking.
    • The TSS Earnslaw is cash free and we reserve the right to refuse cash as a means of payment when purchasing products or services.


Available Bookings from7 Feb to 20 Feb 2026

All prices are shown inNZD ($)

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  • Adult - 5pm$199.00
  • Child - 5pm$99.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult - 5pm$199.00
  • Child - 5pm$99.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult - 5pm$199.00
  • Child - 5pm$99.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

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  • Adult - 7pm$189.00
  • Child - 7pm$95.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult - 7pm$189.00
  • Child - 7pm$95.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult - 7pm$189.00
  • Child - 7pm$95.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult - 7pm$189.00
  • Child - 7pm$95.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult - 7pm$189.00
  • Child - 7pm$95.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult - 7pm$189.00
  • Child - 7pm$95.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult - 7pm$189.00
  • Child - 7pm$95.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult - 7pm$189.00
  • Child - 7pm$95.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult - 7pm$189.00
  • Child - 7pm$95.00
  • Infant Free of Charge

  • Adult - 7pm$189.00
  • Child - 7pm$95.00
  • Infant Free of Charge
Must try! Fantastic way to end our trip Awsome experience Total Satisfaction Better than expected..a highlight!
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Real highlights, tips, and the helpful advice straight from Bookme customers who’ve actually done this experience, summarised with AI support

  • emergencyTSS Earnslaw 的游船是昆士敦必做的体验 (5 人说过这个)。
  • emergencyBBQ 晚餐非常棒,丰盛的自助餐 (4 人说过这个)。
  • emergency工作人员的热情款待让客人感到宾至如归 (3 人说过这个)。
  • emergency农场秀和狗羊表演是晚上的亮点 (4 人说过这个)。
  • emergency游船上的美丽风景令人惊叹 (3 人说过这个)。
  • emergency总体而言,这是一个客人高度推荐的精彩体验 (5 人说过这个)。
  • star_shine晚餐后不要错过农场秀,绝对值得一看.
    一定要欣赏船上的美丽风景,真的很壮观!.

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Pei Chi from Taiwan wrote on 18 February 2020

完美

真的是美到不行! 但在Walter Peak那側停留時間太短了,吃東西跑去看剃羊毛秀,然後還要趕上船,有點想吐,若多個半小時最剛好 但總結是很好的,BBQ很好吃,風景很美,剃羊毛秀很有趣 很喜歡?

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juanx from China wrote on 29 January 2019

非常值得推荐

安静有趣的农场,非常好吃的自助餐,值得一看的蒸汽船。美丽的风景,长短适宜的航程。带着孩子玩得非常开心!

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YUWEI from Taiwan wrote on 23 January 2017

有點不如預期

餐點美味,但人太多餐點補的速度跟不上少部分菜品無品嘗到可惜。

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From RealNZ - TSS Earnslaw Cruise & Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner

We are sorry that your trip with us wasn't as good as you anticipated. January is peak season out at Walter Peak and at times it can get quite busy - as we are a popular option for dining. We have reserved seating/tables and an ordered approach to the buffet to avoid overcrowding. We apologise that you didn't get to experience every one of the dishes. However we are glad to hear that the meal was delicious. The Real Journeys Team

sarah from China wrote on 25 October 2016

游玩

不错的选择

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From RealNZ - TSS Earnslaw Cruise & Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Dinner

Sarah, Thanks for your review. The Real Journeys Team

kristalmei from New Zealand wrote on 17 January 2026

A Must-Do Queenstown Experience

A fantastic Queenstown experience! The cruise across Lake Wakatipu on the historic TSS Earnslaw was beautiful, with stunning views throughout. The Walter Peak gourmet BBQ dinner was delicious ,, with excellent quality food and a great variety. The farm and sheepdog demonstration was a fun, uniquely Kiwi touch. Friendly staff and a relaxed atmosphere made the whole evening memorable. Highly recommended.

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