TSS Earnslaw Steamship Cruise from Queenstown Cruise on Queenstown’s iconic vintage steamship
4.4
205 Ratings
Queenstown
Experience the charm of Queenstown's vintage steamship, TSS Earnslaw. Cruise across Lake Wakatipu, admire the alpine scenery, and visit Walter Peak High Country Farm. Don't miss the chance to explore the decks, view the engine room, and enjoy delicious snacks on board!
Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Lake Wakatipu - Cruise over to Walter Peak High Country Farm and return.
What's Included
  • Goods and Services Tax (GST) included
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Embark on a journey aboard Queenstown’s historic TSS Earnslaw steamship. Revel in the breathtaking mountain vistas as you traverse Lake Wakatipu towards Walter Peak High Country Farm. Wander around the decks, observe the engine room, witness the stokers at work, or buy yummy snacks/refreshments from the Promenade Café.

Kindly ensure to check in 20 minutes prior to the intended sailing time.

Location
88 Beach Street
Beach Street
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)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
4.4
(205 Ratings)
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600katrinaw
May 30, 2024
Unique lunch date- Queenstown style - Great day out, experiencing the last ever steamship in Qt, on an enjoyable cruise across Lake Whakapitu. Our 2 course bbq lunch at Walter Peaks was delicious, with a wide selection of choices for all. Experiencing the locally produced food was really wonderful and we found it to be very tasty & beautifully presented. Kim, the border collie, and Quinn's sheep shearing demo finished off a very informative & enjoyable farm visit. We loved the pigs too!
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Toni_k
May 27, 2024
A Wonderful Experience. - This was a wonderful experience even though it was raining on the day we went. The boat was so comfortable and it felt so magical sailing down the lake. The coffee and selection of food was amazing and each staff member was polite and helpful.
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Susan_k
May 21, 2024
Wonderful welcome to Queenstown - Beautiful, relaxing trip around Lake Wakapiti; although we did not get off for the farm experience, others told us that it is wonderful and well worth the price
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David_a
Apr 30, 2024
Spectacular way to see the lake. - Loved our short cruise on Lake Wakatipu. Checked out the engine room. Interesting seeing the engine workings and see the stoker at work. One ticked off the bucket list.
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Carolynsarah_u
Apr 26, 2024
Scenic boat ride - Scenic boat ride to and from Walter Peak. A friendly piano player was on board who played tunes for us for the duration of the ride. Staff were friendly and helpful.
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Slp32
Apr 22, 2024
Epic Earnslaw - The views are unforgettable. The experience is a must while in Queenstown. I’ve been going on the Earnslaw since I was little and every single time I have loved every second. Nothing compares. The most beautiful steamship and Walter Peak Station is iconic.
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Mei_t
May 28, 2024
Great experience! - The cruise was amazing and the views were stunning. Was really cool to look around the ship. The only thing is it would have been nice to have longer than 10 minutes to look around Walter Peak.
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Sydneysider2016
May 11, 2024
Birthday and chilling with friends - From the second you leave the plane on arrival to Queenstown the Remarkables tower over you. The air is so fresh and the snow capped mountains are fabulous.
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Derek_s
May 13, 2024
Earnshaw Cruise on Wakatipu - A very pleasant cruise up Lake Wakatipu on a vintage steamer on a lovely winter's day when the scenery looked awesome.
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Troy_c
May 12, 2024
terrible customer service - Lyn was very rude and disrespectful. It became about race and class. I wasn't an asian client and she treated me with unprofessionalism. I made a mistake and thought I purchased the bbq. my son walked off the boat when she was talking to me she had a audience and I said I was going to get me son who has special needs off the boat she grabbed my arm physically. this shocked and embarrassed me. I also purchased a coffee for my wife and son which she said she would make as soon as we get started again. that never happened she told my wife she was washing the dishes and begin serving others. I didn't want to confront her but it made me so upset I did. racist person against black or non asian people.
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