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Walter Peak Gourmet BBQ Lunch & Queenstown Lake Cruise

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From NZD 149

1 Adult

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 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.

Please note the TSS Earnslaw Steamship is undergoing scheduled maintenance during the period 19th May to 8th September 2025.

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 2025, we have the modern vessel (Spirit of Queenstown) available throughout this time

Cancellation Policy

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

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 & 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

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

Reviews

4.77

1,049 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Definitely a must do!

    Jeff L,

    May 19, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Definitely a must do! Very enjoyable day from the time we boarded the steamship until we stepped off it. Wonderful food, enjoyable farm show.

  • Steam boat to walter peak farm

    Cindy C,

    May 16, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    It was fantastic to travel on the steam boat to walter peak farm, the lunch was amazing too, the farm was brilliant and the grounds were so beautiful. To be able to see the engine working on the steam boat was great. Just fantastic

  • TSS Earnslaw, her Captain...

    Helen P,

    May 7, 2025

    - Viator

    4.00

    TSS Earnslaw, her Captain and staff made the journey to Walter Peak farm a comfortable and interesting one. Very good commentary from the Captain about the Ship’s history and the farm.

  • Beautiful day for a steamer cruise

    Pam J,

    May 6, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    The steamer cruise was a lot of fun. The bbq lunch had a lot of options and was delicious. Joe did a great job of telling the story of Walter’s Peak farm, shearing a sheep and giving commands to Echo to pen the sheep. Very enjoyable afternoon.

  • Must do, spectacular

    Julie H,

    May 4, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Outstanding experience, beautiful food at the BBQ. The steam ship ride was great, beautiful scenery.

From NZD 149

1 Adult

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