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Queenstown Lunch/Dinner Cruise
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Board the Spirit of Queenstown, a light-filled restaurant and bar which provides an intimate dinner setting with sweeping views as it cruises across Queenstown Bay to the sheltered base of iconic Cecil Peak. Embark on Queenstown’s only lunch/dinner cruise, which includes a delicious set menu. This menu is designed by our onboard chef to showcase southern delicacies and New Zealand beef and lamb. Fresh and seasonally-inspired vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free alternative set menus are available. The menu will celebrate the locally-sourced produce, flavours and relaxed style of shared platter dining the southern region is renowned for. Relax in this newly refurbished restaurant and bar, with a welcoming and ambient atmosphere featuring full-height windows that provide plenty of light and incredible views. A wide range of Central Otago wines and locally crafted is available for pairing.
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$66.72
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Ages 5-99, max of 75 per group
Duration: 2h
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  • Lunch or Dinner set menu
  • Scenic Cruise of Queenstown's Lake Wakatipu
  • All Fees and Taxes
What's not included
  • Drinks


Departure details
  • Southern Discoveries - Queenstown Visitor Centre, St Omer Wharf 110 Beach Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand Southern Discoveries - Queenstown Visitor Centre, St Omer Wharf 110 Beach Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
Return details
  • Returns to original departure point

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 3960P23

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 75 travelers

  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

What you can expect during your visit
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Contactless payment for gratuities and add-ons
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Safety precautions are provided by the property and are not checked by Tripadvisor for accuracy.

How much is Queenstown Lunch/Dinner Cruise?
Queenstown Lunch/Dinner Cruise price starts from $68.76. Discover and book Queenstown Lunch/Dinner Cruise on Tripadvisor
What is the Queenstown Lunch/Dinner Cruise cancellation policy?
Queenstown Lunch/Dinner Cruise cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Queenstown Lunch/Dinner Cruise on Tripadvisor
Which company provides Queenstown Lunch/Dinner Cruise?
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How much time do I need for Queenstown Lunch/Dinner Cruise?
On average, this experience will take approximately 2h. Discover and book Queenstown Lunch/Dinner Cruise on Tripadvisor

If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 3960P23

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Southern Discoveries - Spirit of Queenstown Dinner Cruise
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Queenstown, New Zealand
Joined in July 2009

#14 of 40 Food & Drink in Queenstown
  • Majdc10
    Majdc10
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    Fun!
    Fun and great experience! It’s worth it! My family did enjoy the cruise, the view, the experience, and the food. The crew was helpful. Overall, it’s great!
  • damascus2016
    damascus2016
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    Interesting and enjoyable ride around both sides of the lake
    Lake Wakitipu is the 2nd biggest lake in NZ, and biggest in the South Island. The weather was not good, but I enjoyed being on the open upper deck, as well as inside when the rain got heavier. The spoiler was being unable to hear much of the commentary.
  • Shuz83
    Shuz83
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    Dining with a view
    It was so nice to be able to have a lovely dinner with the changing scenery as we cruised around the lake. The food was delicious and service was great.
  • RoRin12
    RoRin12
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    Beautiful
    A lovely lake cruise to start off our holiday. The crew were very welcoming and prompt. We added the wine & cheese option 👌 altho there is a bar available if you wish to buy from instead. Well done team 👍
  • QLVHP
    QLVHP
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    Relaxing Lake Cruise
    Our staff definitely recommend this cruise, brilliant views, great vibes. The wine & cheese add-on is great when traveling with company. The staff are amazing, nothing is an issue and always with a smile.
  • BarbG996
    BarbG996
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    Coach to Milford Cruise the sounds
    Really enjoyable trip from Queenstown to Milford by coach with driver Predeep who was so entertaining. The cruise on board the spirit of Milford was excellent.
  • Katrine715
    Katrine715
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    Relaxing hour and a half on the alke
    This was a very enjoyable cruise up the lake and back with plenty of information about the history and the mountains, great value
  • ivanaabbs
    ivanaabbs
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    Pretty special
    Lovely staff, very relaxing, comfortable, fantastic views and tour guide. Only $30 through book me! Definitely recommend for a Queenstown visit.
  • hi_im_travelling
    hi_im_travelling
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    HIGHLY RECCOMEND
    Amazing trip. Well worth the money. The staff were so friendly and welcoming. The business is very Covid conscious and everything felt clean and organized. The food and drinks were yum. Thank you!!!
  • Rose b
    Rose b
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    We have amazing country
    Thank you Southern Discoveries for our amazing tour to Milford Sound. We had an awesome.. welcoming ... informative... helpful tour guide Gabe. Our tour was interesting and breathtaking. From Queenstown to Milford Sound was absolutely amazing. The mountains...snow ... rivers ...lakes .. everything was amazing. I highly recommend this company..what an amazing tour.
  • jessicar287
    jessicar287
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    Great time on a cloudy day
    Great trip for a cloudy winter day. We had a bit of rain and high cloud cover but seen the snowy mountains through the clouds was highly picturesque. Would definitely recommend.
  • delwynstephen
    delwynstephen
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    Lovely warm trip - breathtaking sights - r money
    not crowded with lovely wine selection - absolute value for money - a must do when in Queenstown with a few good times to choose from
  • randjtaylor330
    randjtaylor330
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    Sunday afternoon pleasure cruise
    We traveled on the lake bathed in sunshine and fresh air.A very informative commentary and scenery we only see in postcards.
  • janellefletcher
    janellefletcher
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    Food in abundance. Views remarkable.
    Abundance of great local food shared between myself and my partner. Loved that eating was leisurely throughout the entire cruise, but still allowing us to get outside and notice the truly remarkable views. Enjoyed the personal touches of the crew making us feeling more than welcome. Thanks team. You rocked on a calm lake!
  • xibeic2019
    xibeic2019
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    Amazing food & view on Lake Wakatipu :)
    We were very lucky that the weather was fantastic that day and the view on Lake Wakatipu was just so amazing! More importantly, the food on the cruise, what can I say, we can't ask for more. We got the set menu. I love the pork belly and lamb fillet and the desserts were also cute and tasty. Highly recommended!
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thejoyfulexplorers
11 contributions
Jan 2023
What a gorgeous experience in Queenstown!

We did the dinner cruise and got treated to a fantastic 3 course meal and a beautiful sunset over Queenstown. The staff were very professional and the views were spectacular. The food was absolutely incredible too and very generous portions. It's also very intimate with only a small number allowed on the dinner cruise.

Highly recommend when in Queenstown!
Written February 15, 2023
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barbarawK9757HP
Melbourne, Australia1 contribution
Mar 2023
We booked the dinner and cruise for four of us. The 3 course dinner was very disappointing as we were served toasted bread with half a mushroom some pickled carrot and onion and a herb oil that was no way near enough for four people. The main was beef lamb and sausage with some veggies and a coleslaw followed by carrot cake and brownies. This meal was no where near the meal we were expecting. The cruise was enjoyable but would have been nice to have had a small commentary on the area we were visiting. Staff lovely and when asked about different points of interest on what we were seeing she was very informative. Sadly would not waist my money on doing this cruise again.
Written March 18, 2023
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Isabel
9 contributions
Jun 2023 • Couples
The food was absolutely delicious and the boat ride was fun. The crew were all so helpful and cheery. It was a lovely experience.
Written June 15, 2023
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mikeneo
Sarasota, FL178 contributions
Feb 2023
I did the last cruise of the day. The booking and check in were smooth. The sailing was good but not spectacular. The views from the lake were good. A good way to spend a quiet evening in Queenstown!
Written February 11, 2023
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Conner
3 contributions
Nov 2022 • Business
Had an awesome time on the dinner cruise. The staff were all super nice and the food was great. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting Queenstown
Written December 4, 2022
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