Cruises
Family-friendly Tours
Half-Day Tours
Highlights
- Cruise Lake Whakatipu aboard a preserved steamship dating from 1912
- Watch the stokers and working steam engines from the open engine room
- Take in views of Cecil Peak, Walter Peak and The Remarkables
- Explore historical photographs and displays around the vessel
- Relax in the passenger lounge or outdoor viewing areas
- Purchase snacks and drinks from the Promenade Café and licensed bar
- This product includes the 90-minute return lake cruise only
- Walter Peak dining, farm and activity experiences must be booked separately
- Food and drinks are available to purchase onboard
- The onboard café and bar are cash-free
- The cruise is suitable for all ages
- The heritage design includes steps, narrow passageways and raised thresholds
Check-in location
- RealNZ Visitor Centre, Steamer Wharf, 88 Beach Street, Queenstown.
Launched in 1912, the TSS Earnslaw was originally commissioned by New Zealand Railways to carry passengers, livestock, mail and supplies between communities around Lake Whakatipu. At 48 metres long, she was the largest vessel operating on the lake and became an important connection for remote high-country stations.
Known as the “Lady of the Lake”, the TSS Earnslaw has been carefully restored while retaining much of her original character. Today, visitors can explore the decks, watch the hand-fired steam engines operating and discover stories from more than a century of Queenstown history.
- Adult: 16 years +
- Children: 5-15 years
- Infant: Under 5 years
- More than 24 hours before departure: Full refund**.
- Within 24 hours: No refund
**Note: Any refund approved under our terms and conditions will be subject to a 5% admin & processing fee, which will be deducted from the refund amount. Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.
