Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu Scenic Cruise (90 Minutes)
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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Step aboard a classic Queenstown lake cruise and take in the region’s most iconic views from the water.
Million Dollar Cruise is a 90-minute journey across Lake Wakatipu, offering uninterrupted views of the Remarkables, hidden bays, and historic homes — all with live commentary from a local crew who genuinely love what they do.
With smaller groups, a relaxed pace, and a fully licensed onboard bar, it’s the perfect mix of comfort, scenery, and story.
Departing daily from Queenstown’s main jetty, it’s an unforgettable experience — and unbeatable value!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Lake Wakatipu
Travel on Queenstown's Lake - Lake Wakatipu for the whole journey right to the end of the lake and back.
Queenstown
The trip starts off in Queenstown Bay, as you sail out you will pass Queenstown Gardens and see Queenstown Central along the shoreline.
What‘s Included
Friendly onboard crew
Central Queenstown jetty departure
90-minute Lake Wakatipu scenic cruise
Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time.
Indoor and outdoor seating
Live commentary from the captain
Food and snacks (available for purchase onboard)
Hotel transfers
Wheelchair access (due to vessel design)
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Reviews
1,497 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
This is such a fantastic...
Mudassar A,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is such a fantastic cruise. Super friendly staff and Troy was patient and very knowledgeable! Great team!! Enjoyed every moment of this cruise
Fantastic cruise+
Susan R,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent! Views and info were fascinating! One of my Favorite excursions! Dan, caption was outstanding!
Great boat trip
SimonDorset,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent trip with good commentary, comfortable boat and interesting route
Wonderful scenic tour of Queenstown!!
Jitendra S,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great experience! Tour narrator (and Captain) Dan was insightful and kept the tour entertaining. Very scenic and informative tour! Refreshments available for purchase on the tour was a plus. Captain Dan took pictures of those wanting a scenic photo, as well as allowed a select few to steer the boat. Overall, a wonderful tour and experience!! Highly recommend!!
Relaxing, entertaining and informative
J6356KTcraigs,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00There are quite a few cruises available on the lake, but it would be hard to top the monologue from the captain of the million dollar cruise. It was very informative and highly entertaining. And a bit interactive. Good value
Beautiful Million Dollar Cruise
Lynne R,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Gorgeous scenery, attentive crew, delicious coffee, interesting dialogue from captain. He took time to take photos for us with our cameras.
A lovely afternoon on the lake.
Margaret D,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What a wonderful way to explore the Frankton arm of Lake Wakatipu. Our Captain provided us with interesting information as to what we saw on our trip. The
Pleasant scenic cruise
U1107QLpaulaa,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The cruise was pleasant with a very good commentary. There was not a lot to see and the seats outside had no backs which was disappointing. The drinks service on board was good
Thouroughly enjoyable experience !
Gordon H,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Captain very knowledgeable. informative and entertaining. Would definitely recommend this cruise to other people.
Highlight of our Queenstown trip
Corkyro,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the BEST time with the Million Dollar Cruise crew! The weather was perfect, and Troy (our skipper) was super entertaining (my kind of jokes) and very informative. We sat up on the top deck and had literally million dollar views of Lake Wakitipu up and down each side of the 'Frankton Arm' and in and out of the Queenstown harbour. It was just enough time to soak up the sights, enjoy a beverage from the bar, and capture as many photos as we wanted. Particularly loved the photo opportunity at the end of Frankton Arm with The Remarkables as our backdrop. Thanks MDC. A true highlight of our trip to Queenstown.
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