TSS Earnslaw
Address: Lake Wakitipu, Queenstown, Queenstown Lakes
Phone: 0800 65 65 01
Venue Types: Historic, Tour
Amenities: Qualmark
Suitable for Ages: Families
The TSS Earnslaw is a vintage steamship that sails the waters of Lake Wakatipu, near Queenstown. Known as the ‘Grand Lady of the Lake’, it is one of the oldest tourist attractions in Central Otago.
Built in Invercargill in 1912, the TSS Earnslaw was disassembled and brought to Lake Wakatipu by rail, reassembled and launched. It was named after Mt Earnslaw at the head of Lake Wakatipu.
The TSS Earnslaw is one of the last remaining coal fired passenger carrying vessels operating in the Southern Hemisphere. It is a much loved icon and has a special place in the hearts of Queenstown people. The TSS Earnslaw carries passengers across Lake Wakatipu from Queenstown to Walter Peak Station, a tourist oriented high-country sheep farm.
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Queens on the Lake
Come and join us aboard the Earnslaw, Lady of the Lake for 'Queens on the Lake'. One of Queenstown’s iconic attractions will be… Read More
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