Queenstown · QUEENSTOWN TOURS
Queenstown is small enough to walk across and busy enough to fill a week. These 15 cover the lake, the canyon, the wine country and the mountain above town, each priced and clear about how much of the day it takes.
Cruise Lake Whakatipu to Walter Peak for a local BBQ buffet, farm dog show, and scenic return aboard a steamship or catamaran.
“boat trip and delicious bbq lunch with shearing and dogwork show and time to see farm animals. A really great trip and food was top quality.”
Race through Shotover Canyon on a 25-minute jet boat ride with 360-degree spins, rapids, cliff views, and optional Queenstown shuttle pickup.
“Great fun but not for the faint hearted! You might get wet - my husband did. Well organised and the driver was very experienced.”
Review of Altitude Tours’ small-group Milford Sound day trip from Queenstown, with scenic stops, picnic lunch, and a 1 hour 45 minute cruise.
“We had an incredible time! Chase was our guide and he ensured we stayed on track with the schedule and were able to experience the entire itinerary. The trip was seamless and the weather was perfect. Chase was knowledgeable, courteous, and a great driver! I would highly recommend this tour compared to the big bus options.”
Fly from Queenstown over the Southern Alps, cruise Milford Sound, and return by a different scenic route in this efficient half-day tour.
“Holy cow was this awesome! The beauty of Milford Sound is unmatched. The plane was an amazing way to experience the beauty of the mountains. Our pilot Andrew was incredible and very friendly and knowledgeable. The boat was a little crowded, but it was comfortable nonetheless. One of my favorite things we did in NZ!”
Review of KJet’s Queenstown jet boat ride across Lake Wakatipu and two rivers, with 360 spins, mountain views, practical tips, and value advice.
“Easy location, excellent customer service by phone and in person. The guide was very friendly and considerate. It was absolutely awesome!!! You are bound to get wet especially if you are sitting in a corner so be prepared. We loved it though.”
Review of RealNZ’s Queenstown to Milford Sound coach and cruise, with scenic stops, guide tips, costs, comfort, and practical advice.
“Craig was our driver and he was very good , really safe driver no messing about and was a genuinely nice man.”
Fly from Queenstown to Milford Sound over the Southern Alps, cruise beneath waterfalls, and return by a different scenic route.
“One of the best experiences of our holiday. only way to do Milford sound i think. Amazing”
Cruise Lake Wakatipu from Queenstown for mountain views, lakeside homes, birdlife, live commentary, and a warm cabin in 90 minutes.
“I was hesitant to sign up as I’m not a “wine” connoisseur. But, it was one of the best half day tours I’ve gone on. Our guide, Ben was knowledgeable and entertaining. The wineries were each unique. The third winery, with the cheese board snack, was great! I went by myself and by the end of the day we were all friends!”
NZONE Skydive Queenstown pairs a tandem free fall with views of Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables, plus central transfers.
“OMG- best thing ever. Did this with my two teenagers. What a day! The team at NZone are fantastic. My instructor, Linsey, was the best- put me at ease from the get-go and explained everything as we went, as well as having quite the sense of humour 😄 He also took the time to explain more about the parachutes, packing techniques etc after the jump, with my kids and me. Chris and Ivan were also wonderful instructors for my kids. Thank you all- a memory with my children I’ll be forever be grateful to have 🙏”
See Lord of the Rings filming sites near Queenstown and Glenorchy, with private land access, costumes, picnic food, and expert local guides.
“Absolutely beautiful day and tour around the South Island from Queenstown to see so many LOTR film locations, as well as iconic vistas! The road to Glenorchy is a must and we had the best tour guide in Tom who knew so much about the mRead more”
Cruise Lake Whakatipu aboard the coal-fired TSS Earnslaw, with mountain views, engine-room access, onboard music, and useful Queenstown tips.
“Amazing weather for the cruise. The staff were really helpful & everyone was super friendly. The information about Lake Whakatipu was great too. I loved that you could see the guys working below deck, great for kids if you have them. Definitely worth the money & really glad I did it!”
See Queenstown Bay, Lake Wakatipu, and Queenstown Gardens by Segway with guide Kevin on a fun, practical small-group tour.
“A really great way to see around Queenstown quickly, we did this on our first day and covered so much more ground than walking we could then go back on foot to explore any bits we wanted to see more of. The Segways are a little tricky at first but it doesn't take long to get the hang of riding them. Kevin is a fantastic guide and gives you a quick lesson in the car park before heading off, we went through town and into the Queenstown gardens covering about 10km in 2 hours, we highly recommend this tour - I'm so pleased we did this (moto X bike family)…”
Race through Shotover Canyon at 90kmh on a 25-minute jet boat ride with 360-degree spins, expert drivers, and Queenstown transport options.
“Lots of fun, you don’t get too wet so don’t let that put you off. Our driver was very skilled and told us lots about the surrounding areas. He was very friendly and answered all the questions about the boat.”
Cruise Lake Wakatipu on the TSS Earnslaw, enjoy a gourmet BBQ at Walter Peak, and watch sheepdogs work in a classic Queenstown outing.
“Great day out for the whole family. Highlight is seeing the working engine room. Breathtaking views of the lake from all over the boat.”
Review of Southern Discoveries’ Queenstown to Milford Sound coach trip, with scenic stops, a two-hour cruise, practical tips, and value advice.
“This was a fantastic experience. The coach was really comfortable with plenty of leg room and lots of pit stops on the way. The tour guide, Junior (Craig) was the best tour guide. He was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable and made the long journey there more engaging. He even arranged for us to get a scenic flight on the way back. The boat ride itself was fantastic too.”
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