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 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
What‘s Included
Safety equipment
Return cruise across Lake Wakatipu
Snacks
Horseback trek
Guide
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
105 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Came for the horses stayed for the farm experience
Nomad02149671481,Mar 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great boat ride, lovely guides and excellent horse riding. Well organized, no big queues and the horses were perfect for novice riders (maybe don’t do it if you’re an experienced rider and are after a proper trekking experience)! Afternoon tea was delicious and way too much, best afternoon ever
Horse riding experience
SATO Y,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00The horse ran wild and nearly fell. The horse stepped on me when I got off my horse. They had chosen horses that didn't fit my shape and the scenery was beautiful, but I didn't have much time to sit back and watch them
Great experience
Muppet67,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Lovely day, weather helped! Travelled to the farm on the catamaran we were then met and walked to the stables, we were given riding hats and mounted on our horses, there was 4 in total in our group and two staff walking alongside my daughter and I were both riders, the horses were very steady and we just walked for a total of approximately 50 minutes, which was fine for us as we wanted to admire the scenery and just chill, when we returned to the stable we were taken for a cream tea which was delicious, then back on the boat, took approximately 3 hours, well worth it, special shout out to Olive one of the stable grooms she was brilliant.
Gorgeous views, wonderful horses!
HPVK,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Start with a 45 minute cruise across the lake to the Walter Peak . The morning clouds lifted by noon - perfect timing to provide stunning views of Lake Wakatipu and Walter Peak. Nice mellow horses ( other 3 people had never been on a horse! 😮 ). After about a 50 minute ride at walking pace we dismounted, washed our hands and had a delicious tea. I highly recommend this excursion. Harriet USA
Must do experience!
Tourist60589705771,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic and memorable experience from start to finish! Loved it!!
Ride was beautiful and...
Glen S,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Ride was beautiful and very easy. Horses were very docile and the guide was excellent. Afternoon tea was a lovely way to finish.
Ferry trip, horse trek and afternoon tea - delightful!
Jandm1996,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were so thrilled with our Horse Trek. We took the 1pm ferry across and had a trek all to ourselves. The girls who lead the tour were so friendly - they really made our day. Afternoon Tea was tasty, fresh and beautifully positioned. The farm animals were icing on the cake but these best part was that our 11 year old daughter loved every minute of her special day. Highly recommend!
Back to nature
Marisa B,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Relaxing cruise before a small walk to see the horses and animals on the working farm Fiddle was a big horse with a gentle nature and guided me thru the wallk to see the beautiful views of the lake
Great trip
Paul M,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Brilliant from start to finish. The steam boat was a nice way to make the journey down the lake. Arriving at the farm we picked the horse trek. It was very manageable for anyone who was never on a horse and the perfect setting to try it in Highly recommend
Horse trek
C895LRvictorial,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had never ridden a horse before, very much beginners. The horses were well looked after on the farm, the two ladies looking after us were lovely and help us through our experience. The group numbers were kept small which was great, only 6 in the group. The trek involved a walk around a field which had some small hills involved. Good view of the lake! Good activity out and we even got an afternoon tea afterwards.
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