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TSS Earnslaw Return Cruise to Walter Peak Garden Tour & High Country Tea

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Immerse yourself in a unique experience where conservation, horticulture, and eco-tourism meet on an epic cruise aboard the iconic century-old coal-fired steamship...

• Become part of the reforestation project and plant a native tree or shrub
• Enjoy a Ploughman’s Platter made up of local and homegrown produce
• Learn about native wildlife and conservation in New Zealand
• Cruise across Lake Whakatipu on the legendary 1912 Steamship, TSS Earnslaw
• Explore our Restaurant Garden and watch produce go from garden to plate.

Situated on the picturesque shores of Lake Whakatipu, with a colonial homestead and beautiful lakeside gardens, Walter Peak High Country Farm is the perfect place to spend a relaxing few hours. The Walter Peak Eco Experience allows you to immerse yourself in nature and learn more about conservation throughout New Zealand.

Begin your trip with a 45 minute cruise across Lake Whakatipu onboard the iconic TSS Earnslaw Vessel (launched in 1912). You will be greeted by our rural hosts holding an Eco Tour sign upon disembarking the express vessel. Our fantastic team will welcome you, and give you a tour of the stunning Restaurant Garden and showcase the beautiful native plants.

You will then have the opportunity to have a hands on role in Walter Peaks land restoration project by planting a native tree or shrub from our nursery. As a visitor and contributor, you will learn about the removal of wilding pines and the importance of planting natives into the area to bring back bird life, create habitats and develop natural vistas

Finish off the experience with a walk to the rustic Walter Peak buildings for a delicious light meal made up of homegrown and local produce. Stroll through the lakeside gardens before you cruise back across Lake Whakatipu onboard the historic TSS Earnslaw.

Included:
• Cruise from Queenstown to Walter Peak (and return)
• Delicious rustic meal made up of homegrown and local produce
• Tree or shrub to plant
• Local rural host and horticulturist guide

Duration:
Allow approximately 4 hours for the whole experience

Location:
RealNZ Visitor Centre on Steamer Wharf
88 Beach Street
Queenstown 9300
New Zealand

Weather:
If your experience is cancelled by the operator (because of the bad weather, safety concerns, unscheduled maintenance etc) you will be entitled to a full refund.

Kids:
This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes:
Please note your fantastic rural hosts will be holding an Eco Tour sign at Walter Peak, just look out for them when disembarking the TSS Earnslaw vessel.

Conditions apply

Offer may be withdrawn without notice - your booking secures the deal. Deal valid from 07 Jan to 15 Jan.