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Scenic Queenstown Lake Cruise
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $45 / person
- Location
- Queenstown, New Zealand
- Rating
- 4.5 / 5 · 32 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 150
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- RealNZ
- Meeting point
- Please check in at the RealNZ Visitor Centre at least 20 mins before departure time. The stone building has a black and white branded front sign.
Description
Aboard the Queenstown Lake Cruise, you will discover mountains, forests, and hidden coves as our skipper shares tales of the lake's history. Admire Bob's Cove, Mt Earnslaw and the Southern Alps during our 1 hour and 30-minute cruise. Whether with family, friends, or a special someone, join us to uncover Queenstown's natural beauty. As a local family business, we're proud to showcase Lake Whakatipu's secrets and leave you with cherished memories of Queenstown's landscapes.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM
- Season
- Starts Nov 8
- Next available
- Sun, Nov 8
- Adult (ages 16+)
- $45
- Child (ages 5–15)
- $22
- Infant (ages 0–4)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Lake Wakatipu
Aboard the Queenstown Lake Cruise, you will discover mountains, forests, and hidden coves as our skipper shares tales of the lake's history. Admire Bob's Cove, Mt Earnslaw and the Southern Alps during our 1 hour and 30-minute cruise. Whether with family, friends, or a special someone, join us to uncover Queenstown's natural beauty. Relax onboard with our café and bar with the opportunity to pre-order a cheese/charcuterie boards. As a local family business, we're proud to showcase Lake Whakatipu's secrets and leave you with cherished memories of Queenstown's landscapes.
What's included
Included
Return cruise across lake
Commentary from Nature Guide
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
32 reviews
How it compares in Queenstown
- Starting price $45 is 65% below the typical $129 for tours of similar length in Queenstown
Excurgo comparison of 426 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Scenic Queenstown Lake Cruise take?
Scenic Queenstown Lake Cruise lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Scenic Queenstown Lake Cruise cost?
Prices start at $45 per person for this Queenstown experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Scenic Queenstown Lake Cruise run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM.
How much does Scenic Queenstown Lake Cruise cost for children?
Children aged 5–15 pay from $22, adults from $45. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Scenic Queenstown Lake Cruise for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please check in at the RealNZ Visitor Centre at least 20 mins before departure time. The stone building has a black and white branded front sign. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Scenic Queenstown Lake Cruise offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 150 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(32)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
S
Nice river cruise
Coffee shack on board. Scenic views Nice journey up river and back, not like heart of darkness at all.
M
Very Enjoyable and Well Organised
A delightful couple of hours with great commentary from the captain. Lovely friendly staff and great bar. Lovely views.
6
Good trip
The trip was good, the booking experience was not. I should have booked directly with the cruise company. I thought I had, but got TripAdvisor on my phone.
T
Great Value
Great tour with beautiful scenery and not crowded. Great value for money
D
Scenic Lake Wakatipu
Fabulous way to see the scenery around Lake Wakatipu. Great narration as we travelled along. Best views from top deck but dress warmly.
R
We were lucky enough to receive a free upgrade from the catamaran to the steamship. Normally a bit expensive, but for Techni
Great experience, great flair
S
Great way to spend 1.5hours!!
Would definitely recommend this cruise! Fabulous scenery and great commentary.Plenty of opportunity for photography taking!
B
Great Trip with fantastic scenery
The catamaran can go faster than the steamship so goes farther up the lake and into a couple of coves which really added value. The Captain and his commentary were very good
K
Relaxing cruise
A quiet easy going boat ride. The captain did a great job explaining all the sites. Drinks were available for purchase and overall it was a great balue for the 2 hours spent. Just nothing special.
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