Half Day Walter Peak Horse Trek and Cruise from Queenstown
Discover the best of the South Island scenery on this half-day Walter Peak horse trek from Queenstown. Take a traditional steam-driven boat from Queenstown to Walter Peak before you hop into the saddle and follow a guide on horseback along winding trails through terraces and pastures. Along the way, admire sweeping views across shimmering Lake Wakatipu to the soaring peaks in the distance. After your horse trek enjoy a snack of freshly baked scones and cakes. This 3.5-hour tour includes safety equipment and round-trip boat travel from Queenstown.
Please be sure to arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled departure to check in.
Options
Horse Trek & Modern Cruise
Horse Trek & Modern Cruise : Includes return cruise on the Modern Spirit of Queenstown vessel, disembarking at Walter Peak to meet your Horse and guide
What's included in Half Day Walter Peak Horse Trek and Cruise from Queenstown
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Enjoy a scenic cruise across Lake Whakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm. Dependant on the time of year, you'll have the choice of the TSS Earnslaw Steamship or the more modern Spirit of Queenstown vessel. Relax with spectacular views of Lake Whakatipu and the surrounding Remarkables mountains. On arrival at Walter Peak, settle in for country-style tea as you’re served freshly baked scones and cakes. Once you’re fortified, hop in a saddle, take the reins and set off for a leisurely ride on horseback—no previous riding experience is necessary, and helmets and waterproof jackets are provided. Experienced guides lead your small group across rolling terraces along a peninsular trail to a scenic lookout before you dismount for the return cruise to Queenstown
Inclusions
- Safety equipment
- Return cruise across Lake Whakatipu
- Snacks
- Horseback trek
- Guide
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A WEIGHT RESTRICTION of 95kg APPLIES
- Minimum height is 120cm
- Minimum age of 7 years
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Maximum group size is six
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- What to Bring: Comfortable shoes, waterproof jacket, long trousers and warm clothing.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Please be sure to arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled departure to check in.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Maximum weight is 100kg Minimum age is 7 years Minimum height is 120cm Please arrive for boarding at the TSS Earnslaw, Steamer Wharf Queenstown 30 minutes before departure. Please contact RealNZ directly at least 24hrs before departure to advise of any dietary requirements.
