TSS Earnslaw Cruise and BBQ Lunch at Walter Peak in Queenstown

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4.77

1,032 reviews

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Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours 30 minutes

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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.

For a limited time only (9 April to 4 May 2025) you can experience both our vessels for the price of one! TSS Earnslaw Cruise to Walter Peak BBQ Dining, with return cruise on the modern Spirit of Queenstown.

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.

Note: The TSS Earnslaw will be undergoing scheduled maintenance 19 May to 8 Sept, we have another fantastic vessel available throughout this time - Spirit of Queenstown

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Cruise across lake on TSS Earnslaw. Please note a replacement vessel is used 19 May to 8 Sept 2025

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 & Return 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

4.77

1,032 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

881

105

Loved it. Was expensive.
Sevine F,
Apr 14, 2025
- Viator
4.00
The day was fantastic. We loved the boat trip, how the boat has an open view to the coal and learning all its history. The buffet and food were seriously amazing, we are planning on when to bring our mums back. It was quite expensive for what it was; that’s the only consideration and downturn otherwise we loved it.
Thoroughly enjoyable experience.
Michelle L,
Apr 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Fabulous trip & experience learning about the history of the ship. Lovely food & farm experience. Beautiful homestead. Thoroughly enjoyed it.
T.S.S Earnslaw and Walter Peak High Farm experience - excellent
Rochelle C,
Apr 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00
The steamship was a wonderful experience to see the team at work fueling the engine with coal. the pianist Kate was excellent and added to the atmosphere. The ship itself was in great shape The lunch was excellent, the farm was beautiful, and we enjoyed watching the sheep dog do her work. It was a little uncomfortable seeing the sheep being shorn but he was unhurt so all good...
Great afternoon out
Andrea D,
Apr 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Fantastic afternoon out. Cruise was an experience with the stokers shovelling coal. Drinks were reasonably priced. BBQ lunch was excellent. Lots of high quality food that you helped yourself to. Could have had starter, main, dessert and cheese if wished. Sheep rounding up and shearing was entertaining. Good value for money
I would do this again!
Richard B,
Mar 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00
This is the real deal! Not just a modern vessel dressed up to look like an antique. This is the actual ship from 1912 with the original coal burning boilers and steam engine. Its a floating, working museum piece. Staff was friendly, snacks and drinks onboard were excellent. Scenery is fantastic. The farm experience was very well done as well. Food was excellent (amazing for a tourist oriented venue) and sheep sheering show was very interesting. I would do this again!