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Jump on-board the iconic TSS Earnslaw for a cruise along the gorgeous South-western shores of Lake Wakatipu...
Highlights
- Relaxing cruise on board the history TSS Earnslaw steamship
- Soak up gorgeous views across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak
- Take time to explore the vintage steamship at your leisure
- Optional guided farm walk at Walter Peak High Country Farm
- Delicious high tea available for purchase to enjoy on board
Round up the family and take a unique cruise to Walter Peak on-board New Zealand's iconic TSS Earnslaw cruise.
This relaxing cruise offers stunning snow-capped mountain views on Lake Wakatipu, with plenty of time to explore the fascinating 108-year-old coal-fired vessel including its engine room and the historic displays of the steamship's former life.
Upon arriving at Walter Peak, you have the option of disembarking to explore or take a guided farmyard walk where you will get an insight into what life is like on a kiwi high-country farm, and see friendly farm animals including highland cattle, sheep, deer, and alpacas.
The high tea offers a selection of scrumptious finely cut sandwiches, freshly baked scones with a side of cream and raspberry preserve, a range of handmade pastries and teacakes, and a side of bubbles for adults (this can be purchased upon checkout).
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Kirsten from New Zealand wrote on 09 October 2020
A thoroughly enjoyable day!
Another well organised and very enjoyable activity to do in Queenstown and the inclusion of Walter Peak High Country Farm made the day extra special. The High Tea is a highlight - Would appeal to all ages..
Roz from New Zealand wrote on 05 October 2020
Tss Earnslaw
Even though the weather was changable, we enjoyed this cruise. Crew kept us safe with adequate spacing and were courteous with the 2 older folks I had with me. Windows were clear... not fogged up, so we had great views. I would have liked to choose the High Tea for the journey home, but rather expensive at $45 pp! We chose a cup of tea and sweet cakes to share which was more than adequate. We did miss the ‘piano man’ of past cruises. Interesting watching the great engine working. We had a safe and enjoyable trip (:
davidg16 from New Zealand wrote on 26 September 2020
A lovely trip
We have been on the ship before so we knew what to expect. The views are breathtaking and would alone make the trip worthwhile. The farm walk was a delight, the highlight being the sheepdog show. What a wonderful animal, The close-up experience of the other animals was great as well. Altogether a very good few hours.
Nichole from New Zealand wrote on 26 September 2020
Good family outing
Good family outing. Loved the farm I can totally recommend.
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Emily Beausoleil from New Zealand wrote on 16 October 2020
Thank you
Amazing boat, with the best cafe in town; amazing farm, and demonstration. This was such a highlight of our trip.