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What makes the TSS Earnslaw more than a sightseeing boat?


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Launched in 1912, the TSS Earnslaw is a working steamship with an engine-room viewing area and historical displays. The voyage combines Lake Whakatipu scenery with a closer look at the machinery and people keeping the vessel operating. Explore the TSS Earnslaw lake cruise, and confirm the vessel when booking a Walter Peak experience.

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