Queenstown: Lake Wakatipu Scenic Cruise, 90 Minutes

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About this activity

Discover Queenstown the authentic way, from some of the best seats in town: out on Lake Wakatipu. On this relaxing 90-minute cruise, leave the bustle of the waterfront behind and soak up the scenery that brings people to Queenstown.

The Remarkables rise above the lake, feeling close enough to touch, while quiet bays, willow islands and lakeside homes reveal a different side of the region.

As you cruise through the Frankton Arm towards the historic Kawarau Falls Dam, there’s time to look around, take photos and simply enjoy being on the water. Choose an outdoor seat for the open views or settle inside and watch the landscape unfold.

Your captain brings the scenery to life with live commentary, stories and a little Kiwi humour, while the crew offers a warm welcome.

It’s a chance to pause, share remarkable views and make memories that last well beyond the cruise.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 49 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English
Operated by: Million Dollar Cruise

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Friendly onboard crew
Included: Central Queenstown jetty departure
Included: 90-minute Lake Wakatipu scenic cruise
Included: Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time.
Included: Indoor and outdoor seating
Included: Live commentary from the captain

Not included

Not included: Additional charges apply for food, snacks and drinks on board
Not included: Hotel transfers
Not included: Wheelchair access (due to vessel design)

Itinerary

Lake Wakatipu

Passing by

Cruise along Lake Wakatipu and discover Queenstown from the water. Take in views of The Remarkables, lakeside homes and surrounding mountains while your captain shares stories and commentary. Relax, enjoy the scenery, and capture photos from the boat.
Queenstown

Passing by

The trip starts off in Queenstown Bay, as you sail out you will pass Queenstown Gardens and see Queenstown Central along the shoreline.
Queenstown Gardens

Passing by

As the cruise leaves Queenstown Bay, enjoy a view of the tree-lined Queenstown Gardens from the lake. See this familiar landmark from a different perspective, with the surrounding mountains as a backdrop.
Queenstown Golf Club

Passing by

Cruise past Queenstown Golf Club along the Kelvin Heights shoreline. From the lake, enjoy a view of the golf course with Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding mountains as a backdrop
Kawarau River

Passing by

The cruise reaches the historic Kawarau Falls Dam, where Lake Wakatipu flows into the Kawarau River. View the dam and surrounding scenery from the boat before heading back to Queenstown.
Frankton Trail

Passing by

We then edge our way along the opposing shoreline where you can see the Frankton Arm shoreline where locals often frequent to enjoy the waters in summer and then back along the Frankton Arm Trail that takes us back safely to Queenstown Bay.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.

End point

Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.

Using your ticket

Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.