Half Day Walter Peak Horse Trek and Cruise from Queenstown
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Discover the best of the South Island scenery on this half-day Walter Peak horse trek from Queenstown. Take a traditional steam-driven boat from Queenstown to Walter Peak before you hop into the saddle and follow a guide on horseback along winding trails through terraces and pastures. Along the way, admire sweeping views across shimmering Lake Wakatipu to the soaring peaks in the distance. After your horse trek enjoy a snack of freshly baked scones and cakes. This 3.5-hour tour includes safety equipment and round-trip boat travel from Queenstown.
Please be sure to arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled departure to check in.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A WEIGHT RESTRICTION of 95kg APPLIES
Minimum height is 120cm
Minimum age of 7 years
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Maximum group size is six
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
What to Bring: Comfortable shoes, waterproof jacket, long trousers and warm clothing.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Safety equipment
Return cruise across Lake Whakatipu
Snacks
Horseback trek
Guide
What To Expect
Enjoy a scenic cruise across Lake Whakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm. Dependant on the time of year, you'll have the choice of the TSS Earnslaw Steamship or the more modern Spirit of Queenstown vessel. Relax with spectacular views of Lake Whakatipu and the surrounding Remarkables mountains. On arrival at Walter Peak, settle in for country-style tea as you’re served freshly baked scones and cakes. Once you’re fortified, hop in a saddle, take the reins and set off for a leisurely ride on horseback—no previous riding experience is necessary, and helmets and waterproof jackets are provided. Experienced guides lead your small group across rolling terraces along a peninsular trail to a scenic lookout before you dismount for the return cruise to Queenstown
Options
Horse Trek & Modern Cruise
Horse Trek & Modern Cruise : Includes return cruise on the Modern Spirit of Queenstown vessel, disembarking at Walter Peak to meet your Horse and guide
Horse Trek & TSS Cruise
Includes return cruise on the iconic TSS Earnslaw Steamship, disembarking at Walter Peak to meet your Horse and guide
Reviews
87 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience, both...
Jodie S,
Oct 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great experience, both the ship and the ride were lovely, even in the rain. Tour guides were super helpful and any skill level could complete the ride.
MARLEY marvellous
654bece,
Apr 5, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic day out relaxing on horse ride great serenity ☺️ afternoon tea yummy top with a paddle steam ride across the lake
Awesome horse ride
Denise M,
Mar 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a lovely ride, the views were amazing and Izzy was awesome. Very friendly. Hotshot was the best.
Perfect experience for a young girl.
andybN8595TC,
Jan 26, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00On a perfect high country day I took my 9 year granddaughter (from inner-city Melbourne) for her first experience on a horse and in this amazing landscape. She was thrilled with the whole event, especially Alice’s friendliness and care. The horses were easygoing, the lake and mountains were picture perfect, the trek was fantastic, and my g’daughter was blown away by it all. Thanks Alice for your part in a holiday dream.
A “must do” in Queenstown!
Gabrielle B,
Nov 10, 2024
- Viator
5.00Absolutely amazing views on both the boat ride and as we road our horses through the farm paddocks. Both the boat ride and horse ride were very relaxing and the people were very friendly and helpful.
Great experience
Dan L,
Oct 29, 2024
- Viator
5.00Extremely well organized and the steamship and and horseback riding were a lot of fun. It is great for beginner horse riders. Well seasoned riders will not enjoy the horse experience, but it is perfect for those who do not get to ride horses.
This is one of my...
Liza D,
Apr 3, 2024
- Viator
5.00This is one of my favourite tours that I had in NZ. The coach Paddy is very friendly and informative. We had a perfect morning with great weather to have a morning ride with horses. The afternoon tea was delicious and the stroll around Walter peak farm was quite relaxed with the beautiful view of snowy mountains. Highly recommend if you want to try some horse riding in this beautiful place!!
Just Queenstown WOW.
Sharon F,
Mar 18, 2024
- Viator
5.00Beautiful trip on TSS EARNSLAW. PIANO SERANADING the passengers. Vistas lovely. Matt and Tegan were really great Horse Hosts . WE had a lovely trek our horses were beautiful and well cared for. My horse was called jimmy. Lovely afternoon Tea after the ride and a nice cruise back to Queenstown.
Great Experience
danielhM2585QR,
Mar 16, 2024
- Tripadvisor
5.00I had such a fun time on this tour! Scenic ferry ride over to the island, followed by an amazing horse ride with spectacular views. Tour guides were very personable and gave excellent anecdotes about the local area. Followed by a tasty afternoon tea! Couldn’t recommend enough!
100% Fantastic!!
Debra S,
Mar 2, 2024
- Viator
5.00Remarkable time! Amazing views and Matt (guide) was Tremendous! He was Very personable and interesting and knowledgable! The horse I rode was Fantastic! And the horse that Matt rode was so friendly as well. I have ridden before but not for a while and have never been on such an Amazing ride ever! The farm tour and morning tea was ‘icing on the cake’ so to speak. Thank you for such a Great Experience! Deb S.
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