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A return scenic cruise from Queenstown Bay, across stunning Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm on our vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw, a farm demonstration and a delicious BBQ Lunch served on the sunny terrace 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.
Please be sure to arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled departure time to check in.
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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cruise across lake on TSS Earnslaw. Please note a replacement vessel is used 4th - 29th June 2024
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)
Walter Peak BBQ Buffer Lunch: Please note the TSS Earnslaw will not be used between 3rd -28th June, a different vessel will transport you across the lake
Operated by RealNZ
964 reviews
Rahul Y,
Jan 30, 2025
The farm show is a must watch and the lunch at farm is amazing. The view is serene and tranquil. NZ people are very hospitable cheers
Bruce K,
Jan 30, 2025
The cruise was well organized and timely. The ship was clean, well staffed and comfortable. The lake sights were outstanding and once we arrived were sent off to lunch.. The buffet lunch served had a great deal of choices and everything we had was very good. The farm show was interesting with sheep shearing and watching the dog round up the sheep on it's own.
Larry H,
Jan 29, 2025
The cruise was great. The barbecue lunch was awesome. A good variety of foods and delicious desserts! The farm show was interesting and the sheep shearing was good. The dogs are very well trained!
Stephen R,
Jan 28, 2025
Great experience on a boat that is over a hundred years old. Beware that it is hot and a little smokey in the cabin as the engine below is exposed - so go on deck. Too many peple taking endless selfies. Buffet well managed. Better explanation of what was happening when and where: we missed the farm show as a result.
Pam C,
Jan 27, 2025
Beautiful scenery, great gourmet buffet/barbecue and entertaining sheep show. Boat itself was fascinating