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RealNZ - TSS Earnslaw Cruise

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The best way to see Queenstown’s surrounding landscape whilst cruising along in an iconic piece of Queenstown's history - the century-old coal fired steamship, the TSS Earnslaw.

The best way to see Queenstown’s surrounding landscape whilst cruising along in an iconic piece of Queenstown's history - the century-old coal fired steamship, the TSS Earnslaw.

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 Café 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 $115.00
Child $58.00 (5 - 15 years)
Infant $0.00 (0- 4 years)

What's included

  • 1 hour 30 minute cruise

Location

  • Steamer Wharf, Beach Street, Queenstown 9300

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 9 Jan to 22 Jan 2026

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Beautiful views
Beautiful views
isobellt from NZ
WOW
WOW
Sherry Lindsay from NZ
WOW
WOW
Sherry Lindsay from NZ
Relaxing
Relaxing
Hendrikus Wolthuizen from Australia
Relaxing
Relaxing
Hendrikus Wolthuizen from Australia
Renka
Renka
renaerd from Slovakia
Renka
Renka
renaerd from Slovakia
Renka
Renka
renaerd from Slovakia
Awesome
Awesome
Donna from NZ
Awesome
Awesome
Donna from NZ
Awesome
Awesome
Donna from NZ
TSS Earnslaw
TSS Earnslaw
jessicab36 from NZ
TSS Earnslaw
TSS Earnslaw
jessicab36 from NZ
AMAZING experience!
AMAZING experience!
Steph from NZ
Earnslaw
Earnslaw
Marie VanKleef from NZ
Earnslaw
Earnslaw
Marie VanKleef from NZ
Earnslaw
Earnslaw
Marie VanKleef from NZ
A great afternoon
A great afternoon
markp11 from NZ
Gorgeous views
Gorgeous views
Janene Hill from NZ
Gorgeous views
Gorgeous views
Janene Hill from NZ
Excellent experience
Excellent experience
Lenie Ramos from NZ
Excellent experience
Excellent experience
Lenie Ramos from NZ
Excellent experience
Excellent experience
Lenie Ramos from NZ
Experience A Piece of Living History
Experience A Piece of Living History
Iain Gray from Australia
Experience A Piece of Living History
Experience A Piece of Living History
Iain Gray from Australia
Experience A Piece of Living History
Experience A Piece of Living History
Iain Gray from Australia
A step back in time!
A step back in time!
angelac19 from NZ
A step back in time!
A step back in time!
angelac19 from NZ
All aboard!
All aboard!
Derryn Davidson from NZ
Amazing
Amazing
raeanns from NZ
Amazing
Amazing
raeanns from NZ
Amazing
Amazing
raeanns from NZ
Great way to cruise the lake
Great way to cruise the lake
Sharlene from NZ
Great way to cruise the lake
Great way to cruise the lake
Sharlene from NZ
Full Marks
Full Marks
Sharyn from NZ
Full Marks
Full Marks
Sharyn from NZ
Full Marks
Full Marks
Sharyn from NZ
Pleasant Tour
Pleasant Tour
Trish from NZ
Pleasant Tour
Pleasant Tour
Trish from NZ
Pleasant Tour
Pleasant Tour
Trish from NZ
Fantastic
Fantastic
Nathan Lane from Australia
Fantastic
Fantastic
Nathan Lane from Australia
Fantastic
Fantastic
Nathan Lane from Australia
Lake Wakatipu
Lake Wakatipu
Sungkil from South Korea
The engine room
The engine room
Dave from NZ
Relaxing cruise with spectacular scenery
Relaxing cruise with spectacular scenery
loralieb from Australia
Relaxing cruise with spectacular scenery
Relaxing cruise with spectacular scenery
loralieb from Australia
Absolutely Stunning ship
Absolutely Stunning ship
chrystalh1 from NZ
Hermoso
Hermoso
Natalia from NZ
A Great piece of history
A Great piece of history
Mike from NZ
A Great piece of history
A Great piece of history
Mike from NZ
A Great piece of history
A Great piece of history
Mike from NZ
Recommended
Recommended
tanyaj from Australia
Earnslaw
Earnslaw
debz mccann from NZ
Great experience
Great experience
Jean Flannery from NZ
Well Done sightseeing
Well Done sightseeing
Ying from Australia
Well Done sightseeing
Well Done sightseeing
Ying from Australia

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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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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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Shaanah from New Zealand wrote on 19 November 2024

Great Piece of NZ History

Thoroughly enjoyed our trip with the kids on the TTS Earnslaw. Next time we would love to do the farm tour & BBQ dinner option. We checked out the steam engine viewing platform & mini museum at the front of the ship - we didn’t know this existed until this time around, as we spent most of the journey out on the front of the ship last time. Take a jacket as it can get quite breezy on the lake.

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Kevin Hooper from New Zealand wrote on 01 November 2025

Awesome steamship

Great ride on a historic vessel. Well maintained and great access to view engines

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Ashley Moore from New Zealand wrote on 19 May 2025

Amazing piece of New Zealand history

This is a must do if in queenstown The scenery is amazing and the history Of the boat & how its made is some real New Zealand history well worth the trip

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