Jet Boat & TSS Earnslaw Cruise to Walter Peak

Highlights

• 60 or 30 minute Queenstown jet boat ride
• 90 minute return TSS Earnslaw cruise
• Gourmet BBQ Lunch at Colonel's Homestead
• Farm demonstration at Walter Peak

Description

This is an amazing opportunity to experience two of the ‘must-dos’ in Queenstown, with an exhilarating 60 or 30 minute jet boat on Lake Wakatipu & the Kawarau River, combined with a slower paced activity aboard the famous TSS Earnslaw boat cruise, which is a vintage 1912 steamship. 

Departing from the lakeside kiosk in central Queenstown, you will first jump on the 60 or 30 minute Queenstown jet boat ride with Thunder Jet. Experience high speed, thrills and plenty of 360 degree spins as you race around the Frankton Arm and the opening of the Kawarau river while skimming past trees and obstacles at speeds of up to 95km per hour!

Upon your return, make your way to board the TSS Earnslaw steamship cruise which departs from the Steamer Wharf. This will see you on a picturesque 45 minute Queenstown boat cruise across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm.

Disembark at Walter Peak and explore the high country homestead of Walter Peak Farm Station. Here you will have the opportunity to see highland cattle, sheep, deer and alpacas as you get a glimpse of life on a real kiwi high-country farm. Enjoy a delicious BBQ Lunch and a guided farm tour at Walter Peak High Country Station. 

Following this, kick back and enjoy the return 45 minute cruise or take a look around the TSS Earnslaw where you can see the working engine room up close and personal, or else explore the vessel's history through a collection of historical images. The timings for this day out are all designed so that you can enjoy each activity in a seamless manner, and maximise your enjoyment of this amazing location. 

Trip Includes

• TSS Earnslaw Cruise & Walter Peak BBQ Lunch
• 60 or 30 minute jet boat ride on Lake Wakatipu & the Kawarau River

Duration

• Allow 4.5 hours

Departures

• Jet boat departs at 11:00am
• Walter Peak BBQ Lunch Cruise departs at 1:00pm
• The Jetboat departs from Thunder Jet Kiosk on Queenstown Lakefront
• TSS Earnslaw departs from the Steamer Wharf on Queenstown's lakefront
• Operates daily all year 

Other Information

• Child rate is 5 -14 years (4yrs & under travel free)
• Wear a warm jacket or fleece, casual footwear, sunglasses & sunscreen 
• Spray jackets, hats & gloves are provided during the winter
• The Earnslaw is on annual survey from 19th May to 8th September 2025. This combo will not be available during this time.

Normal Retail Prices

• 30 Minute Jet & Walter Peak Lunch:
  • Adult NZD$298.00
  • Child (5-14yrs) NZD$150.00
• 60 Minute Jet & Walter Peak Lunch:
  • Adult NZD$338.00
  • Child (5-14yrs) NZD$170.00

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