At $NZ25 it was very good value for money. A husband and wife company, one spruiking on the wharf and the other "driving" and providing an interesting commentary - a great combination. A bit chilly outside when the breeze came up. Snacks and drinks were available via an honesty box. How good was that! There was an opportunity to take... More

90 minutes of very enjoyable cruise for $25. Absolutely brilliant. Warm, friendly interesting. Actually it was pretty cold, but I was on the top deck for the duration. I'll forgive them for that. One of the best things I did in QT, probably the best value.

Very interesting way to learn about the history of Queenstown & see some stunning properties along the way. It was rather cloudy but that did not spoil the day. Good value for a full 90 minutes cruising with commentary. Loved it.

This trip was so enjoyable. Weather was stunning also. Hosts were so welcoming and friendly with lots of banter between husband and wife. Trip was a full 90 minute commentary with queenstown history, lake information, queenstown recent info and info on mustering in the high country etc. as a nz er I learned a lot I didnt know. The captain... More

I cant rate this low because it wasnt a bad experience, but it wasnt amazing either. It felt more like a cruise to look at expensive property than the local scenery and area. The couple that owned it and ran it were good value. I have a pet hate of the speakers on cruises etc expressing their own personal cynical... More

Betty and Wayne are just amazing, they made our wedding day better than we could have dreamt possible, we were meant to be taking a helicopter to Cecile Peak however the clouds rolled in and the helicopter got cancelled, with half an hours notice we phoned Wayne, who was more than happy to help us out, the boat was immaculate... More

This was a great value trip even without the captain's splendid commentary. We learned a lot about the area, how life is in Queenstown, its history... lots of interesting stuff delivered in a clear, friendly, relaxed manner. And a real bargain at the price. Would happily do the cruise again the next time (please!) we visit.

We liked the look of the vintage motor launch at the wharf and the friendly approach of the captain (not pushy) inviting us to take a lunchtime cruise, with lunch at the Hilton Hotal on the Frankton Arm. This is the oppostie end of the lake from where the Earnslaw cruise goes, and much more interesting as you get to... More

I went on the $25 cruise today and I have to say, it was fabulous. For an hour and a half trip, great commentary it is superb value. The weather was perfect and it was 120% enjoyable.