Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Lunch & Queenstown Lake Cruise
Overview
Available languages
3 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
*Please note the TSS Earnslaw Steamship is undergoing scheduled maintenance during the period 19th May to 1 October 2025*
A return scenic cruise from Queenstown Bay, across stunning Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm on a vessel of your choice, a farm demonstration and a delicious BBQ Lunch at the Colonel’s Homestead.
The rural demonstrator will give guests an insight into life in the New Zealand high country by providing an entertaining farm show including working sheep dogs.
Enjoy a unique dining experience at Walter Peak where the menu showcases food and wine from the wider Central Otago region. Chefs prepare a tasty selection of meats on the outdoor grill, while fresh, seasonal salads and vegetables are available from the dining area of the Colonel’s Homestead. Top off lunch with a selection of delicious sweet treats and local cheeses.
Choose between sailing on the iconic 1912 TSS Earnslaw Steamship or the spacious and modern Spirit of Queenstown Catamaran.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Note: Menu items are subject to change based on chef's discretion and seasonal availability.
Note: Please let RealNZ know in advance if you have dietary requirements via messaging through Viator
Note: The TSS Earnslaw is cash free and we reserve the right to refuse cash as a means of payment when purchasing products or services.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Lake Wakatipu
Return Cruise on Lake Wakatipu on the either the Vintage Steamship, the TSS Earnslaw or the Modern Catamaran, Spirit of Queenstown. Your vessel of choice will travel from Queenstown to Walter Peak. Stop at Walter Peak for lunch and a sheep shearing demonstration, before returning across the lake to Queenstown.
Enjoy a quintessential Kiwi experience – a delicious gourmet BBQ lunch and a farm demo in a stunning lakeside setting. Your lunch starts with a cruise across Lake Whakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm. Once there, you can sit back on the lakeside terrace of the Colonel’s Homestead Restaurant and savor the delicious aromas as our chef has the best of local produce, sizzling away on the grill. Our lunch menu has been refreshed with the introduction of our new executive chef, so you'll have a plenty to choose from our seasonal menu - salads, vegetables, succulent meat cooked on the outdoor rotisserie or grill. If you’re vegetarian, don’t worry, you are well catered for too. Then finish your meal with a scrumptious dessert. After your lunch, you can join an entertaining farm demonstration or explore the beautiful lakeside gardens. Return cruise back to your original starting point in Queenstown, convenient to continue exploring.
What‘s Included
Cruise across lake Whakatipu and back to Queenstown
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
Live English commentary on board as well as interpretation handouts in English, German, Portuguese, Japanese, Thai, Korean and Chinese
Gourmet BBQ Lunch
Farm Show
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Options
BBQ Dining & Cruise TSS/Spirit
Cruise across to Walter Peak on the historic and iconic TSS Earnslaw Steamship and return on the Modern Spirit of Queenstown
BBQ Dining & Modern Cruise
BBQ Dining & Modern Cruise : Cruise both ways on the spacious and modern Spirit of Queenstown Catamaran. Epic viewing platforms to take the best photos
BBQ Dining & 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
1,277 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A great way to get close...
Blair P,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A great way to get close to the magnificent mountains while cruising the lake in a classic old vessel. To experience a little of the farming life and partake in a fantastic barbeque lunch.
Lovely day!
Jennifer S,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lovely day on the TSS. Music and bar on the boat. Lunch was delicious. The sheep sheering was wonderful. The farm has beautiful small garden and lovely walk on the water!
Great half day out
Melissa W,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Loved it, the steamer is very calm and peaceful on the lake, the bbq lunch was next level, plentiful and excellent quality, meats, veges, salads, cheeses, antipasti, breads, desserts, amazing.
Well worth the time!
Deborah R,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Boat ride is lovely. BBQ lunch is fabulous. So many choices and all are delicious. We nearly missed the farm show because we were enjoying yet another dessert! Sheep shearing and trained dog is interesting as well.
Fun outing
readingteach627,Mar 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a fun outing --we took the TSS Earnslaw ship to and from the farm. We had an included buffet lunch and time to look around the spot. Interesting and informative show about sheep and sheepdogs.
It was a wonderful...
Bree B,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a wonderful experience! The boat was definitely a wonderful addition. The view from the boat was glorious as well as the food! Loved the show!
Amazing
micheledY782DX,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was my fourth visit to the farm everything was amazing the trip over on the steam boat the lunch and the sheep show. I’m sure to be back again.
Wonderful lake views, lunch, & animal fun!!
Heather L,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing buffet lunch with gorgeous lake views!!! Truly wonderful options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, and meat eating preferences!
Amazing food!
Deborah B,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The food was AMAZING. The boat ride was pleasant and the show was entertaining. Great way to spend an afternoon.
Retired World Travelers.
John G,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolute wonderful experience. Top notch from start to finish. The 1912 Steamer ship was very smooth ride and interesting to explore. The gourmet BBQ dinner was awesome. We really enjoyed the sheep shearing and sheep dog exhibition.
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