Dinner at Walter Peak High Country Farm and Cruise from Queenstown
Overview
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4 hours
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Start your evening cruising along the waters of Lake Wakatipu from Queenstown aboard either the iconic vintage TSS Earnslaw steamship or the sleek Spirit of Queenstown.
Step inside the charming lakeside Colonel’s Homestead Restaurant, where the enticing scent of wood-fired BBQ fills the air. Our chefs prepare a mouthwatering spread using the finest local ingredients, featuring a generous buffet of crisp salads, seasonal vegetables, and tender cuts of locally sourced meat. Don't forget the selection of desserts! With panoramic views of Lake Whakatipu and Queenstown’s alpine backdrop, the Colonel’s Homestead offers an idyllic setting steeped in colonial charm and surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds.
Your visit also includes a lively farm demonstration. Watch skilled farm dogs expertly herd sheep and get up close with friendly farm animals. If time allows, take a peaceful stroll through the lakeside gardens before boarding the vessel for your scenic return cruise to Queenstown.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum age is 18 years to consume alcohol
Note: The experience is cash free and we reserve the right to refuse cash as a means of payment when purchasing products or services.
Note: The TSS Earnslaw will be undergoing scheduled maintenance 19 May to 1 October 2025, we have the modern vessel (Spirit of Queenstown) available throughout this time
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Begin your activity by checking in to our RealNZ Visitor Centre - 88 Beach Street, Queenstown. Board the vessel and travel across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm and return. Enjoy a delicious buffet meal before then watching the farm demonstration hosted by our specialist guides. The experience ends with the return trip across Lake Whakatipu, dropping you off at the same place you boarded in central Queenstown.
What‘s Included
BBQ buffet dinner
Cruise across lake on vessel of your choice (TSS Earnslaw or Spirit of Queenstown)
Farm Show
Live commentary on board
Drinks
Options
BBQ Dinner and Modern Cruise
Cruise both ways on the spacious and modern Spirit of Queenstown Catamaran. Epic viewing platforms and onboard bar.
BBQ Dinner and TSS Cruise
Cruise both ways on the iconic TSS Earnslaw, a coal-fired steamship that’s been a part of the region’s history since 1912
Reviews
564 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Must try experience!!
Sangeetha TK,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Overall the cruise, the farm, the show and the view was amazing. Food could have been a bit better with some variety, but still ok.
Recommend - great fun
Catherine T,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent boat trip across the lake - food buffet was good and loved the sheep shearing ! Lots of history around the boat
Xmas
Jenny D,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Easy to book Great boat ride Excellent food and show. Beautiful surroundings Staff were great Would recommend
Great Experience
Hambo1948,,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Trip o Earnslaw was lovely, Walter Peak Station very good, food was fine, farm show a bit ordinary. Overall highly recommend.
Best thing in Queenstown
Bernie F,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00About 4 hours duration: 45 minute cruise on TSS Earnslaw and 2 hours for lunchel and sheep shearing show. The boat is great, the lunch fantastic and the sheep dog and sheep muster & shearing were all hugely enjoyable. Best thing about Queenstown.
Lovely night
Zach D,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00The boat crew was lovely and the whole experience was nice. The food was well cooked but the servers rushed you with eating the food and drinking to get you out of the restaurant which wasnt nice.
Steam ship, farm visit, bbq
Julie T,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Steam ship was cool. It was neat to see down into the engine room. BBQ was way too many people, food was just okay, but it was well organized considering how many people were there. Farm show wasn’t that great, but walking around the gorgeous farm was really nice. The girl who did the farm show was also really nice and fun to talk to after.
A step back in time to when steamships ruled the waves
Passport03806432711,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic experience, fantastic food and fantastic staff, especially for the price of admission. While the ship can feel a bit crowded, there is more than enough room to find some quiet space to enjoy the surroundings and views. A must experience for those who love history, fine food and wonderful landscapes.
10/10 experience, from...
Tia R,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.0010/10 experience, from the TSS Earnslaw Steamship Cruise, absolute stunning views and the Walter Peak High Country BBQ smorgasbord 🤤 then farm show with Mia the farm dog😮💨👌🏽 10/10 😘 Highly recommended, dress for 4 seasons in oneday🤣❄️🌬️🌦️🌈 19 Dec what summer 🤣 Must do!!
BBQ was delicious!
Nirvangni N,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Steam ship was good to travel on. Not enough seats for everyone though. BBQ dinner was delicious and so much variety!
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