Queenstown Lake Cruise and Walter Peak Farm Adventure
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Your adventure begins with a scenic cruise across the crystal-clear waters of Lake Whakatipu, aboard either the iconic vintage TSS Earnslaw or the sleek Spirit of Queenstown.
Once you arrive over at the working high country station, partake in a wander around the grounds to meet and greet all the animals that call the farm home. Our guides will give fun and informative commentary, and you'll be delighted by a farm show detailing life for the working dogs.
Indulge in a decadently classic country morning/afternoon tea with homemade scones and tea. Use your time to your leisure to wander the gardens and re-visit your new animal friends.
Please be sure to arrive 20 minutes before your departure time to check in.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Note: When the TSS Earnslaw undergoes its annual survey, our modern catamaran is substituted as the modern of transport to Walter Peak
Note: The TSS Earnslaw will undergo annual maintenance between May 18th - June 27th 2026. The Modern Catamarn - Spirit of Queenstown - vessel will be available during this time
What To Expect
Lake Wakatipu
Travel across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm and return.
Queenstown
Arrive at Walter Peak High Country Farm! Once ashore, you'll be warmly welcomed by your friendly rural host for a guided farm tour like no other. Meet and mingle with adorable farm animals—from sheep and alpacas to cattle and working farm dogs—then watch live demonstrations that bring New Zealand’s farming traditions to life. Top it all off with a delicious, freshly baked afternoon tea, served in the serene surroundings of the farm.
Options
Farm Tour & 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
Farm Tour & Modern Cruise
Farm Tour & Modern Cruise: Cruise both ways on the spacious and modern Spirit of Queenstown Catamaran. Epic viewing platforms to take beautiful photos
What‘s Included
Farm tour at Walter Peak Homestead
Afternoon tea
Cruise across lake on a vessel of your choice
Live commentary on board
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
460 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing!
selgawly,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic experience. Took our two kids who absolutely loved all the animals. I would recommend it to people even travelling without kids too. The guide was really lovely and super entertaining and the food was excellent quality too.
Very fun
164alissal,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very cool experience! The boat ride was scenic and informative, and we could choose whether we wanted to sit inside or on the observation deck on top. Once we arrived we got a tour of the farm in a group of around 20-30 people where we could feed the animals including cows, sheep, alpacas, deer, donkeys, and goats. Our tour guide was Nell who did an excellent job telling us about the animals and showing us around the farm. After the tour we got some food and checked out the gift shop, and then there was the farm show. We got to watch a demonstration on sheep shearing and a very talented dog herding sheep. After that we got some time to walk around by ourselves before heading back to the boat and back to queenstown. We left queenstown at 1pm and was back around 4pm. I would recommend this for everyone who wants to see more of queenstown outside of the town and mountains :)
Lovely modern cruise, not...
Chelsie B,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lovely modern cruise, not as charming as TSS Earnslaw but comfortable and fast. The farm tour was great, so many cute animals to pat, lovely place to walk around and take photos! Afternoon tea was surprisingly good, can't get enough of the deserts! Absolutely recommend!
Amazing experience and great service
Tajinder K,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was amazing experience, kids loved the farm tour, food was great. The service was also fantastic.
Great views from the water, cute farm
Patricia D,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The time on the water was quite beautiful. The animals were sweet and friendly - it was fun to feed and pet them. The tea and snacks were nice, and the gift shop had quality items. Boat crew and farm host were excellent.
Lake ride was fun. The...
Lynelle V,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Lake ride was fun. The farm was amazing. We enjoyed feeding and seeing the animals. The sheep shearing experience was informative and fun. The tea -- wow! So much food to try, all of it delicious.
Tour was great but make...
Jessica W,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Tour was great but make sure you know what you're booking! Myself and another person thought we had booked the full lunch and farm tour but it is only one or the other
10/10 experience
Eric R,May 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was such a fun tour! It is the perfect amount of time. I loved seeing a Highland Cow in person! Feeding and learning about all the animals was so neat. The sheep shearing demonstration was really cool too. The lady that guided us was very friendly and answered all questions happily. The boat ride over was gorgeous. I can't imagine that being your view everyday!!
Life Changing! Must Book!
suzannesI1459BP,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was one of the best experiences of my life! We did the 3pm trip to the farm and our boat home was during sunset, it was magical! Each boat ride was 40 minutes and we were at the farm for 2 hours, all around the perfect amount of time!
The trip on the steamer...
Eric W,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The trip on the steamer and the farm show were great. I would definitely recommend it. I hear the horse trip is great too.
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