It’s one of the best ways to see Queenstown’s surrounding landscape – a cruise across Lake Wakatipu aboard the iconic century-old coal fired steamship, the TSS Earnslaw.
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
A quaint way to sight-see the lake and surrounding mountains. Staff are lovely and the cafe on board means you don't go hungry or thirsty. Seating at a premium but we were happy to wander around the boat, checking out the engine room, seeing the sights and then grabbing a coffee. We will do again but this time take in the BBQ meal. Better done in the light hours for the sights. Dress warm, the lake breeze is cold even on a warm day.
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.
really enjoyed the trip and checking out the engine what an amazing ship
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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.