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RealNZ - TSS Earnslaw Cruise

Highlights

Unique cruise Queenstown’s on-board NZ's iconic steamship
Witness breathtaking alpine scenery
Visit the engine room and historic museum on-board
Food and drink available to purchase from onboard bar and cafe

Cruising beautiful Lake Wakatipu aboard Queenstown’s iconic steamship - the TSS Earnslaw is undoubtedly one of Queenstown’s must-do activities.

Like stepping into a postcard, you’ll be spellbound by the magic and grandeur of the “Lady of the Lake” as she showcases the best of Queenstown’s stunning scenic beauty.

Take in the breath-taking alpine views from the unique TSS Earnslaw as the leisurely 90 minute cruise takes you across the lake to picturesque Walter Peak High Country Farm and back again.

While underway you can visit the engine room, watch the stokers in action, view the collection of historical photos in the onboard mini museum or sing-along with the ship's pianist. Wine, beer, beverages and snacks can be purchased from the onboard Promenade Cafe and Bar.

Launched in 1912, the TSS Earnslaw has wowed many thousands of tourists, including many illustrious guests such as Queen Elizabeth and President Bill Clinton to name just a few.

With something for everyone you will be sure to love this breath-taking trip on Queenstown’s own iconic steamship - it’s truly an experience not to be missed.

Adult $109.00

Child $55.00 (5 - 15 years)

Infant $0.00 (0- 4 years)

What's included

1 hour 30 minute cruise

Location

Notes

Duration: 1hr 30mins (passengers do NOT disembark at Walter Peak)
Departures: Various departures daily from the RealNZ Visitor Centre, Steamer Wharf, 88 Beach Street, Queenstown.
Multiple daily departure times (change dependant on season)
Check In: Please check in a minimum of 20 minutes prior to departure.
Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or special.

Available Bookings from 27 Apr to 10 May 2025

All prices are shown in NZD ($)

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Chun from China wrote on 29 March 2018

如果计划去米佛峡湾建议不安排此项目

喜欢机械的人员可能会更喜欢，但和米佛峡湾比起来，这趟行程的景观就逊色很多

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ching-yus from Taiwan wrote on 16 February 2020

悠閒的下午時光

船員服務態度都很好，船上空間都能走走晃晃，還有一位鋼琴師演奏，十分愜意，但如果是買到的時段有很多跟團的人，就會覺得擁擠與吵雜，天氣好外面的湖景非常好拍，也能清楚看到蒸氣船內部營運結構，非常適合對機械有興趣的人

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craigm27 from New Zealand wrote on 09 May 2024

TSS Earnslaw steamboat- A must do in Queenstown

A wonderful sailing trip on the historical TSS Earnslaw across Lake Wakatipu, with the option to view the steam engines below deck or to sit close to the piano and listen to the songstress. I highly recommend this historic sailing experience.

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Judy Shih from New Zealand wrote on 13 April 2025

TSS Earnslaw Cruise

We took the 90 minutes cruise from Queenstown on a beautiful Friday. We enjoyed the beautiful scenery and pleasant ride while the kids enjoyed watching the steam engine. Thank you for the wonderful experience.

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hornigal1 from New Zealand wrote on 08 April 2025

great ship

really enjoyed the trip and checking out the engine what an amazing ship

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