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Cruise aboard the iconic century-old coal-fired steamship, the TSS Earnslaw to Walter Peak. Plant a Native tree or shrub before savouring a light lunch made of local produce from our kitchen garden.

Highlights

• Become part of the reforestation project and plant a native tree or shrub
• Learn about native wildlife and conservation in New Zealand
• Share generous garden platters with ingredients just harvested during your visit
• Cruise across Lake Whakatipu on the legendary 1912 Steamship, TSS Earnslaw
• Explore our Restaurant Garden and watch produce go from garden to plate

Description

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 aboard the Vintage TSS Earnslaw, an integral part of Queenstown’s pioneering history and to this day a Queenstown icon. You will be greeted by our rural host upon disembarking the vessel, who will welcome you, and give you a tour of the stunning Restaurant Garden and showcase the beautiful native plants. Sample fresh produce straight from the veggie beds and orchard! 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. Time at the farm comes to an end after savouring a delicious light lunch with home-baked breads and ingredients from the kitchen garden. This is the perfect adventure for those who want to give back to the environment while immersing themselves in New Zealand’s native scenery.

Includes

Cruise from Queenstown to Walter Peak (and return) - Aboard TSS Earnslaw Tree or shrub to plant Lunch - generous garden platters Local rural host and horticulturist guide

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund