Walter Peak Horse Trek and Cruise from Queenstown
From €142The total experience lasts around 3.5 hours, but the horse trek itself is approximately 40-45 minutes.Final booking with external provider
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Walter Peak Horse Trek and Cruise from Queenstown

★★★★★ 3.5 h · 4.6/5 294 reviews
From €142 riders per guide

The Walter Peak horse trek and cruise from Queenstown pairs a scenic Lake Whakatipu crossing with a beginner-friendly guided ride, a visit to Walter Peak High Country Farm and tea with scones and muffins.

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⚡ Tea, coffee, scones and muffins included. · Price per person. Check the final price for your chosen date before booking.

Check availability ahead of time if you have fixed travel dates, as this Walter Peak tour can sell out.

✔ Return cruise between Queenstown and Walter Peak.
✔ Guided horse trek lasting around 40-45 minutes.
✔ Small riding groups of up to 6 riders per guide.
✔ Tea, coffee, scones and muffins included.

Quick summary before booking

Who is it for?

  • Beginners
  • Couples
  • Families with participants aged 7+
  • Nature lovers
  • Travellers who want to combine cruising and horse riding

How long does it take?

The total experience lasts around 3.5 hours, but the horse trek itself is approximately 40-45 minutes.

What's included?

  • Return cruise between Queenstown and Walter Peak
  • TSS Earnslaw or Spirit of Queenstown depending on the option
  • 40-45 minute guided horse trek
  • Guide
  • Small group of up to 6 riders per guide

Is it worth it?

Yes, particularly if you want a scenic Lake Whakatipu cruise combined with a gentle first horse-riding experience at Walter Peak. It is less suitable if you want to spend several hours on horseback.

💡 TourBookGo tip

Judge the activity as a complete package. Horse riding is only one part of the experience, with the cruise, farm, scenery and refreshments making up much of the 3.5-hour itinerary.

Beginner-friendly horse ridingNo previous riding experience is required, so it is an approachable way to try horse riding in Queenstown for the first time.
Small riding groupsHorse riding groups are limited to a maximum of six riders per guide, keeping the experience relaxed and manageable.
Cruise and horse riding in one tripIn around 3.5 hours it combines a Lake Whakatipu cruise, Walter Peak scenery, a farm visit, horse riding and refreshments.
Walter Peak sceneryEnjoy Lake Whakatipu, mountain views and the rural surroundings of Walter Peak High Country Farm away from central Queenstown.

📖 Walter Peak horse trek and cruise from Queenstown: what to expect

The trip begins with a cruise from Queenstown across Lake Whakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm. Depending on the option selected, you travel aboard the historic TSS Earnslaw, a 1912 steamship, or the modern Spirit of Queenstown catamaran.

The lake crossing takes roughly 45 minutes each way. At Walter Peak you join a guided 40-45 minute horse trek, followed by tea or coffee with scones and muffins at the Colonel's Homestead Restaurant.

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Around 45 minutes of cruising each way.

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Horse trek suitable for different experience levels.

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Time to enjoy the gardens and farm surroundings.

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Reviews frequently praise the patient guides, the scenery and how approachable the ride is for beginners.

Guided horse trek through Walter Peak's rural landscape. Horse riding

Who is this Walter Peak tour best for?

It is particularly suitable for beginners, couples and families with participants aged 7+ who want to combine a Lake Whakatipu cruise with a relaxed horse riding experience near Queenstown.

It is less suitable if your priority is a long horse ride, as only around 40-45 minutes of the 3.5-hour experience is spent in the saddle.

Beginners Couples Families 7+ Nature

TourBookGo verdict

Reviews frequently praise the patient guides, the scenery and how approachable the ride is for beginners.

It offers the best value if you appreciate the complete package — cruise, farm, riding, scenery and refreshments — rather than judging it only by time in the saddle.

3.5 htotal duration
40-45 minon horseback
4.6/5294 reviews
6riders per guide

🗣️ TourBookGo verdict

Lake Whakatipu cruise, horse riding and tea at Walter Peak

This Walter Peak tour combines several Queenstown highlights in one half-day outing. The horse trek is gentle and designed to be approachable for beginners without previous riding experience.

After the ride, tea or coffee with scones and muffins is included. Any additional food and drinks purchased on board are extra.

Tea or coffee after the ride. Walter Peak

Price and conditions

From €142 per person

From €142

The experience lasts around 3.5 hours. Before paying, check the final price, assigned vessel, meeting point and all participant restrictions.

Duration3.5 hours
Horse trek40-45 minutes
LanguageEnglish
Minimum age7 years
Minimum height120 cm
Maximum weight95 kg
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Price per person. Check the final price for your chosen date before booking.

The vessel depends on the option selected. TSS Earnslaw or Spirit of Queenstown

How to book this experience

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The booking is completed with the external provider before payment.

Before booking the Walter Peak Horse Trek

Check the vessel, meeting point and age, height and weight restrictions. The provider recommends long trousers and closed-toe shoes.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund under the stated conditions. Reserve now and pay later may be available depending on the option shown.

Beginners and first-time riders. Couples looking for a relaxed activity. Families with participants aged 7+. Travellers who enjoy scenery and nature.
Walter Peak and Lake Whakatipu scenery. Queenstown nature

❓ Frequently asked questions

Is the Walter Peak horse trek and cruise from Queenstown worth it?
Yes, particularly if you want to combine a scenic Lake Whakatipu cruise with a gentle first horse-riding experience and a visit to Walter Peak High Country Farm.
Do I need riding experience for the Walter Peak Horse Trek?
No. Beginners and first-time riders are welcome, making it an accessible horse riding option in Queenstown.
How long is the Walter Peak tour from Queenstown?
Around 3.5 hours in total, including approximately 40-45 minutes on horseback.
Can I cancel?
Yes. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund under the stated conditions.
What are the participation restrictions?
Participants must be at least 7 years old, at least 120 cm tall and no more than 95 kg.

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Walter Peak from Queenstown

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If you want a relaxed experience combining a Lake Whakatipu cruise, nature and an introduction to horse riding, this Walter Peak tour offers a varied half-day package.

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