Walter Peak High Country Farm Experiences and Queenstown Lake Cruise

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  • Enjoy a 90-minute cruise on Lake Wakatipu aboard the historic TSS Earnslaw (1912) or the modern Spirit of Queenstown
  • See the surrounding landmarks such as The Remarkables, Walter Peak, and Cecil Peak
  • Combine the cruise with a visit to Walter Peak High Country Farm for a guided farm tour, horse trek, garden to table tour, gourmet barbecue lunch, or evening dining

TSS Earnslaw Cruise Queenstown Package Options

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Tour type

TSS Earnslaw - 1912 Steamship

Spirit of Queenstown - Modern Catamaran

Add-ons

Horse trekking

Farm tour

None

BBQ Dining

Garden to Table Experience

What to Expect from TSS Earnslaw Cruise in Queenstown

Experience a relaxing journey across Lake Whakatipu from Queenstown on a vessel of your choice and step into the charm of Walter Peak High Country Farm. Choose between the iconic TSS Earnslaw Steamship or the modern Spirit of Queenstown vessel whilst enjoying sweeping views of Queenstown framed by deep-blue waters and dramatic peaks before beginning your chosen farm adventure.

Join a Farm Tour to see a working high country station in action, or indulge in a gourmet BBQ meal at the Homestead Restaurant featuring seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Stroll through the lakeside gardens on a guided Garden to Table Experience to learn about both indigenous and introduced plants or saddle up for a Horse Trek around the peninsula and enjoy uninterrupted vistas of the surrounding mountains.

BBQ Selection
Savor a delicious BBQ selection beside Lake Wakatipu’s breathtaking mountain backdrop
Dinner
Enjoy a hearty dinner after cruising on the historic TSS Earnslaw steamship
Animals
Meet friendly farm animals grazing peacefully around the stunning Walter Peak Station grounds
Walter Peak High Country Farm Experiences and Queenstown Lake Cruise
Modern Spirit of Queenstown Vessel - Lake Cruise
Gardens
Stroll through vibrant gardens blooming beside the lake and historic homestead property
TSS Earnslaw Cruise to Walter Peak Station
Admire the majestic Highland cow calmly roaming near the lakeside paddocks
TSS Earnslaw Cruise to Walter Peak Station
Feed gentle animals while learning about New Zealand’s rich rural heritage firsthand
Gardens
Explore colorful gardens bursting with life and nestled beneath snow-capped mountain peaks
TSS Earnslaw Steamship
The vintage TSS Earnslaw steamship option - Lake cruise
Dinner
Delight in a lakeside dinner experience surrounded by natural beauty and tranquility
BBQ
Relish smoky BBQ flavors cooked fresh at Walter Peak’s lakeside grill
Dessert Selection
Indulge in a dessert selection crafted to satisfy every sweet craving imaginable
BBQ
Taste perfectly grilled meats during the famous lakeside BBQ dining experience
Farm Show
Experience the excitement of a traditional farm show with expert demonstrations
Farm Show
Watch as farmers shear sheep and display skills passed down through generations
Farm Show
Marvel at the strength and intelligence of working dogs during the farm show
Sheep
Watch skilled sheepdogs herd with precision during the engaging farm demonstration show

Reviews

4.7 / 5
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Itinerary
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Quality of transfer
4.7
Value for money
4.7
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Overall impression
Highly enjoyable and memorable experience with beautiful scenery, historical steamship, and engaging farm activities, suitable for all ages.
Guide
Informative farm tour guides provided engaging commentary, friendly and helpful staff delivered excellent service, and skilled dog handlers gave impressive sheepdog demonstrations.
Itinerary
Well-organized schedule provided a rich and varied experience, with smooth transitions between activities like boat rides, farm tours, and shows.
Quality of transfer
The historical steamship offered smooth, stable rides with beautiful lake views, clean facilities, and fascinating engine room operations.
Value for money
Excellent value for money, with delicious and varied buffet meals, engaging shows, and beautiful scenery, making for a worthwhile trip.
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Review for: TSS Earnslaw Cruise · Farm Tour

the registration was smooth, even the boarding and off boarding. Watching the engine room was exciting. Farm tour and the tour guide was very informational. I was excited and enjoyed the most was feeding the animals, removing the sheep's hide, and watching kim (dog) hearding the sheeps. The tea (coffee, juice) and light snack were also sufficient and taste well. Overall the experience was exemplary. Great for solo, couples, and families with kids.

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Review for: TSS Earnslaw Cruise · Farm Tour

TSS Earnslaw was such a fun and beautiful ride to the Walter Peak farm tour. Joe and his working dog, Echo were amazing guides. Beautiful farm animals to feed and pet. Followed by afternoon tea and shearing/hearding show. Earnslaw ready to take you back to Queenstown. highly recommend.

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Review for: TSS Earnslaw Cruise · Farm Tour

The TSS Earnslaw Cruise and Farm Show was one of the best experiences of our trip! The cruise itself was beautiful and relaxing, but the farm show truly made it unforgettable. The demonstration was fun, engaging, and gave us a real taste of New Zealand farm life — we loved every moment of it. After the show, the afternoon tea was such a treat. There was a lot of variety, from sweet to savoury options, and everything was delicious. The whole experience felt well-organised, enjoyable, and perfect for all ages. Definitely one of the highlights of our Queenstown adventure — highly recommended! 🚢🐑☕✨

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Review for: TSS Earnslaw Cruise · BBQ Dining

My partner and I had such an amazing time on the TSS Earnslaw and the BBQ lunch at Walter Peak Farm – it was easily one of our favourite experiences in Queenstown. The cruise over was super relaxing. The steamship itself is beautiful and full of character, and the views across Lake Wakatipu were just stunning. We spent time up on the deck taking it all in and even got to check out the engine room, which was pretty cool to see in action. Once we got to the farm, we were treated to the most delicious buffet BBQ. The food was fresh and so well done – heaps of meats straight off the grill, tasty sides, salads, and desserts that we definitely went back for more of. The setting was beautiful too, right by the lake with mountain views all around. After lunch, there was a fun little farm show with sheep and dogs, which added a bit of charm to the whole experience. It felt peaceful, laid-back, and just a really lovely way to spend the day together. Highly recommend.

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Review for: TSS Earnslaw Cruise · Farm Tour

The ship was an incredibly beautiful journey (however it does get cold so make sure your dressed up!), the farm was incredibly enjoyable, with fluffy cows, alpacas, delicious food etc. It’s an easy journey and an easy process, make sure you get there early to grantee a good spot in line!

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Review for: TSS Earnslaw Cruise · BBQ Dining

So, so good! the ship itself is a beauty, staff fantastic, we were lucky and had a gorgeous sunny ☀️ day for the cruise. the bbq lunch though was OUTSTANDING!!! staff waiving as we arrived, the food was incredible and . the grounds and gardens are stunning, and the sheep shearing & roundup experience was fantastic. an absolute MUST DO in QT

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Review for: TSS Earnslaw Cruise · Farm Tour

Enjoyed this so much! On the ship, you'll be serenaded by a pianist who sings, and the captain shares trivias about the lake, the mountains and the sights on the way to Walter Peak. At the farm, the guide provides interesting information about the animals and also lets us feed them. Afternoon tea was delicious, and the entire place is a sight to behold!

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Review for: TSS Earnslaw Cruise · None

This trip on Lake Wakatipu on the historic steam ship TSS Earnslaw is an excellent way to see the beautiful scenery surrounding Queenstown. The ship is well-preserved and comfortable, and tasty food and drink is available from the bar. The views are stunning and we were lucky to have perfect weather. It’s possible to observe the original twin-screw steam engine working - you can get quite close and watch from a viewing platform actually in the engine room. We just did the 1.5 hour cruise to see the scenery, but you can add on extras by stopping at Walter Peak Farm for lunch, horse-riding, farm visit, etc. It looked like an attractive option if you have time. I would definitely recommend this boat trip.

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Review for: TSS Earnslaw Cruise · Farm Tour

A must-do attraction in Queenstown. Go to the RealNZ TSS counter to exchange your voucher to boarding pass, be sure to check in 30minutes early. Ride the TSS Earnslaw steamship where you get to see the steam engine deck running below and enjoy the beautiful sceneries along the lake. It takes about 30-40minutes to reach the Walter Peak Farm Station. I highly recommend choosing the Farm Tour option in Klook. You get to see friendly and cute farm animals, see how sheepdog herd the sheep, as well as sheep shearing. The farm tour also includes lovely afternoon tea. One of a kind experience!

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Review for: TSS Earnslaw - 1912 Steamship · Garden to Table Experience

It feels very comfortable to sit on the boat and watch the scenery along the lake and the snow-capped mountains in the distance. I highly recommend the ECO Tour. Today, the tour leader is a funny and humorous young man from 🇫🇷. He introduced the various trees, flowers, and crops on the mountain in detail, and invited us to taste freshly brewed honey. We also saw cute pigs and little white donkeys, as well as the super cute 🐑咩咩🐑. After selecting the saplings to be planted, we tasted the authentic New Zealand afternoon tea. It was very happy to eat delicious food while enjoying the beautiful scenery. After afternoon tea, we went up the mountain to plant trees. Everyone can write their own name and wishes on the tree's protective cardboard. I am very happy to participate in this activity that helps the ecological environment. Happy😃

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Good to know

  • If you are booking the BBQ Dining or Farm Tour Experiences, please let RealNZ know in advance if you have dietary requirements via contact@realnz.com or messaging through Klook.
  • The TSS Earnslaw and Spirit of Queenstown vessels are cash free and we reserve the right to refuse cash as a means of payment when purchasing products or services.
  • Bring your camera or charge your phone to take photos of the scenery and farm animals

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