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Million Dollar Cruise in Queenstown
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Million Dollar Cruise in Queenstown
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- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
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Overview
Explore Lake Wakatipu by boat on a 1.5-hour cruise from Queenstown. As you travel to the end of the lake, you can see stunning lakeside homes, a variety of bird life, Kawarau Dam, and the magnificent scenery that surrounds Queenstown. Get unobstructed views from the sundeck or stay warm in the heated cabin, and have the option to purchase drinks from the onboard bar.
- Cruise around Lake Wakatipu
- Affordable boat tour with great photo ops
- See more of Queenstown’s surroundings
- Suitable for all ages
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What's Included
90 minute Queenstown Lake Cruise.
Restroom on board
Bottled water
Transportation to/from attractions.
Departure & Return
50 Beach Street , 50 Beach Street, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand
This activity will end right where it started.Please come down to the jetty - you will see our signage there.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Honesty cash bar available.
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 61 travelers
- OPERATED BY Million Dollar Cruise
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Million Dollar Cruise in Queenstown?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Million Dollar Cruise in Queenstown?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
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- "The 2pm cruise is well in truly worth it, our captain Eddie was awesome." See review
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So glad we did this...
Lucia_S
, Jun 2022
Great Viww
Yanshan_H
, May 2022
Nice
estellpatrick
, May 2022
Nice way to spend part of an afternoon on the water. Captain shared a lot of info as we sailed. The top deck was nice but if it’s cold I’d recommend taking a seat on the inside or back of the boat so you have some protection from the wind.
Remarkable Remarkables
Graeme_F
, May 2022
Well worth the trip.
Dane_G
, Mar 2022
Well worth the trip, even on a rainy day. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. The perfect addition to a day trip and to take in some of the sights of Queenstown. The floating bar moored next door is also the best spot for amazing cocktails with an incredible view.
Nice Cruise
John_C
, Feb 2022
A nice cruise but alas we could hardly hear Eddie the Skipper and we were sat under a speaker - not his fault as there were too many noisey passengers and unruly children on board (despite it be a school day). We let Eddie know our feedback as we left the boat.
Our experience on the...
Kaye_N
, Jan 2022
Our experience on the Million Dollar cruise..was just that
a million dollars!!!
We were informed, educated and entertained during our whole cruise.
The captain was absolutley wonderful. He certainly knows his stuff.
He was very trusting of people in general especially how the 'help yourself' service for snacks and drinks were made available.
I would recommend him wholeheartedly.
Relaxing Cruise
Sally_R
, Jan 2022
Lovely cruise, friendly staff. Only issue was the lack of safety info in case of problems. Other than that a very relaxing afternoon activity.
Response from Host , Apr 2022
Hi Sally, All our captains give you a safety briefing at the start of each cruise telling you where the lifejackets are and that you are to listen to his instructions in case of a emergency. Also telling you how to come down the stairs from the upstairs deck. There is not much more to tell you. Good to hear you did enjoy the cruise though.
A brilliant cruise and Captain!
Ronald_D
, Jun 2021
Excellent cruise, highly recommend!! The captain was warm and friendly and very knowledgeable. Loved his commentary. Thanks a million for a great experience! Taupo, NZ
Beautiful views of Queenstown with interesting history added as a bonus
Sonika_B
, May 2021
Awesome cruise.
Phil_W
, Apr 2021
Value for money.
Ange-Gnome
, Mar 2021
Worth every penny!
Sabrina_P
, Sep 2020
Amazing staff, so polite and friendly. Also thank you to the captain for taking all my pictures as I was on the boat solo! Great information provided!
Waterfalls
Wendy_M
, Sep 2020
Was great lunch good guide captain crew really nice and helpful, views were beautiful, waterfalls excellent
Anniversary cruise
John_M
, Jul 2020
Had perfect weather and our skipper Eddie was great with everything he told us.
Really made it ten out of ten and highly recommended.
An Amazing Way to Relax on a Warm and Sunny Day in Queenstown
Ivan_S
, Jun 2020
The Million Dollar Cruise was probably the highlight of my trip to Queenstown. It was so relaxing and informative. I went on a perfect day. It was so bright and the views were absolutely breathtaking. The captain Matt was an awesome host, very friendly and humerous and gave an excellent and very educational commentary throughout the entire duration of the cruise. Would definitely recommend doing this and I am definitely doing it again when I come back.
The BEST boat tour in Queenstown
Isaac_W
, Oct 2019
Captain Wayne and his wife Betty are lovely. This is the best boat tour in Queenstown BY FAR! Very reasonable price per person and learnt alot about Queenstown and the surrounding area. Captain Wayne is super funny and so friendly and his wife Betty is lovely also, and such a friendly greeting at the ticket office. For anyone visiting Queenstown, I cannot recommend this tour highly enough. Thanks so much to Wayne and Betty.
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