We chose Jucy because we figured we'd take advantage of the half-priced driver promo…read more The cruise wasn't busy at all. We had originally booked the 9:45am departure but decided it was just too early. I actually emailed them and it was changed to 11:45am by their customer service rep (thanks again!). We paid the difference in price upon arrival at the ferry terminal. Since the rain was ongoing, we actually preferred a shorter trip. Some of the other companies offer a longer cruise at a slightly higher price. We were happy with what we got. The weather... It was rough. The views though, gorgeous. The waterfalls were probably at their maximum due to the rainfall. I stayed outside for most of the time on the second level where there was coverage. This was not a five star only because I think if they actually reached capacity (200 people) it really would not have been enjoyable. Under our conditions and circumstances, it was a solid 4 star experience. The captain was very friendly and I was able to chat with him for a bit. That was cool.

The. Very. Best…read more Highly recommend JUCY Cruise at Milford Sound. A new vessel. Great driver who took us in from Te Anau. Friendly staff on board. And the view. All in all a great once in a lifetime experience. The drive to and back had a lot of stops with value added spots to see, capture and remember for life. Do. Not. Miss. This.

We had a nice leisurely & not overly crowded cruise around the lake. Beautiful scenery,…read moreKnowledgable & funny skipper. There is snacks + drink on board. Plenty of opportunities for photo ops & history of the city. We really enjoyed this tour!

My niece and her husband flew from Wellington to join us on Million Dollar Cruise, which sails Lake…read moreWakatipu. They had paid for it but surprised us when they told us what they had planned! I hadn't seen my niece since 1996! We had excellent weather, considering it was late October. Prior to boarding we saw the captain feeding Brown and Rainbow trouts and it was interesting in how the fish quickly surfaced to feed. We saw the Remarkables towering above, tranquil Willow Island, Million Dollar lakeside homes and golf course, and the Kawarau Falls Dam. All in all, it was a great cruise and we enjoyed it - not crowded and beautiful scenery and lots of great photo ops. Nice 90-minute tour.

Stu was a great host! He showed us the lake, educated us and we caught our limit of fish! This was…read morea great day, I would highly recommend a day with Stu!

From the owner: Stu Dever has operated guided fishing trips on Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown for over 20 years. Stu…read morecan show you the best spots to catch the local fish, using years of specialist knowledge. Stu is a Salmon fishing specialist and is the longest serving fishing guide on Lake Wakatipu in Queenstown. You can be sure of one of the best fishing experiences in Queenstown on our modern 34 foot launch and our fishing trips operate year round. On Lake Wakatipu we fish for Chinook Salmon, Rainbow Trout and Brown Trout and we provide you with all the equipment provided and prices include fishing licenses. We can cater for individuals, groups and children and prices start from $120 per adult for 2 hours. Give us a call today to ensure the best fishing experience Queenstown has to offer. Our boat departs from the Water Taxi Jetty on Beach Street in the centre of Queenstown, alongside Earnslaw Park within walking distance of all the central accommodation. We provide free shuttles from all the main accommodation within Queenstown. Call us on +64 (0)27 433 3052 or visit us at www.fishing-queenstown.co.nz to make an enquiry. Note : Our boat departs from the Water Taxi Jetty beside Beach Street in the centre of town at the piers, not at the registered business address.

WOW! Fantastic helicopter ride to land on a glacier! Pilot was informative, friendly, and very…read morenice. The helicopter takes 6 people and we had a turn sitting in the front on the way back. The views even from the back, were spectacular. I would thoroughly recommend this company. They do pickups from hotels, or there are a few parking spaces right outside their building. It was a wonderful experience, lasted about an hour, and I'm so glad we did it!

Completely agree with the previous reviews from Tas & Timothy, Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters…read morewas a once in a lifetime experience that I highly recommend to anyone visiting Queenstown. We arranged a roundtrip helicopter flight to Milford Sound with a two hour cruise ($945.00 NZ) in early January 2017. There high reviews, perfect safety record, and updated helicopter fleet were some of the main reasons we decided to go with them. Our initial flight was canceled, however, Glacier Southern was able to have us rebooked for the following afternoon flight with the caveat that it was unlikely we would do a glacier landing, but instead do some sort of alpine landing. Upon checking in, we were introduced to our "special" pilot, Alfie Speight, who was the filming pilot for several Hollywood movies - The Hobbit & Lord of the Rings. Flight over the mountains from Queenstown was beautiful, and the views over Lake Wakatipu and Glenorchy were amazing. Alfie pointed out various sights/trails along the way, and was more than happy to answer any questions regarding the helicopter, terrain, landmarks, or films he had been involved in. The highlight of the flight was landing on a glacier, where we spent 15-20 minutes enjoying the views and snow. We continued our journey towards Milford Sound with an amazing approach to the airfield with what seemed like just a few feet over the tree tops. We spent the next two hours on a two hour cruise that heads out to the Tasman Sea. Views were amazing on the cruise. Do bring a jacket as it was a little chilly going out with the wind coming towards us. The return had us stopping to see New Zealand Fur Seals and a large waterfall. After the cruise we all hopped back into the helicopter for the return journey to Queenstown. The helicopter trip to Milford Sound with Alfie and Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters is not to be missed. These guys were truly professional the entire way!

Did the Milford Sound cruise with charter from Queenstown. It was unbelievable!!! 11/10!! Yoda was…read morethe driver and very good at it. Ellie was the tour guide and provided the best commentary along the drive to the cruise. You get the chance to stop at the most iconic, picturesque stops along the way. They also give you upgrade options for the commute back, like small plane or helicopter. I decided last minute to try the helicopter return tour and Ellie scrambled to make it happen as you need at least four others to join. Turned out that another bus had some interested passengers and I was pleasantly surprised when I returned from the cruise that she had it lined up!!! Wow, epic trip especially for those wanting to experience the country side outside of Queenstown. HIGHLY recommend!!!

Great tour of the lake with the backdrop of stunning snow clad mountains…read more Lunch on board was very good. Main course is a meat lovers platter which of beef cheeks, pork spare rib and slow cooked lamb - all delicious Friendly staff with informative commentary

Great Experience! Cruise ride, buffet, show and farm animals!…read more We did they evening bbq dinner (not Texas bbq, don't expect bbq sauce, they mean grilled meats) Cruise: the was relaxing, they had a bar areas with snacks, drinks and food options to buy Dinner: There are a wide variety of food (salads, bread cheese, appetizers, meats and desserts) you'll find something you'll like. It was a buffet style, the meats were lamb, chicken and venison Show: they sheer a sheep in front you and give you background knowledge Animals: once the show is done you can head to the gift shop or see the animals Overall great evening dinner experience HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Taking a leisurely cruise on the TSS Earnslaw along the majestic Lake Wakatipu is something not to…read moremiss while visiting Queenstown. The TSS Earnslaw is a 120+ year old coal steamship that is maintained almost exactly to how it was at that time. It's quite a large vessel at 48 meters long with two levels. You can access almost the entire ship. There's a top view the engine room to see the coals being shoveled into the furnace while also feeling the heat! There's a cafe where you can purchase food, coffee, and drinks with a good amount of tables to sit, a small museum/photo gallery of its history, and just where ever you are on the ship, you will always have amazing views of the pristine Lake Wakatipu and the mountain range. It can be windy, and the stairs can be steep and slippery, so be careful. You can purchase tickets on their website, or at the RealNZ Visitor Centre ticket counter located at the wharf along Beach Street. There are other activities you can add on with your cruise, such as the Walter Peak Farm Tour (with afternoon tea), a Gourmet BBQ Dinner at Walter Peak's Homestead Restaurant, or an Eco Experience where you tour the farm's gardens and grounds. In other words, the TSS Earnslaw's destination is Walter Peak High Country Farms, which you can partake in activities, or walk around yourself and catch the next ride. Overall, this was a very fun and enjoyable experience, and a must do while visiting Queenstown. The whole cruise was 90 minutes. It was a smooth ride, and the food and coffee is more than acceptable. The staff were friendly.

We spent 2 days with Lee, the owner of Alpine, as our tour guide around Queenstown. First of all,…read morehis personality is great and we really enjoyed our time with him. Second, our first day with him was rainy and he had already decided and planned swapping activities for the day. He is very knowledgable about the area as he grew up there, and this was evident at some of the wineries we went to with him since the owners spent extra time with us and made the experience that much more fun! If you are looking for someone to plan your time in Queenstown you should definitely contact Alpine! There is so much to do in this area that it can be overwhelming to narrow it down and Lee can help steer you to the activities that would work best for your age, activity and interest levels.

From the owner: Alpine Luxury Tours operates luxury private tours and experiences with private guides based in…read moreQueenstown. We show people New Zealand in ways they never thought were possible. Our experienced team of local experts go above and beyond to provide truly unforgettable, luxury experiences. Based in Queenstown, our local knowledge enables exclusive access to some of New Zealand's most stunning destinations. Through the eyes of our local guides, we love being able to share them with you Family owned and operated, we take pride in luxury and environmental practices above all else. Our bespoke tours regularly see guest take to the skies and the seas in privately chartered helicopters, planes and cruise vessels - each available at a moment's notice. Because when your trip to Queenstown is an all-access-pass to stunning vistas and adventurous activities, who better to show than people who have called it home for decades?

Do yourself a favour and call these guys and get on the next plane to NZ! The NZ Adrenaline tour…read morewhich i did a few months back is probably the craziest think i've ever taken part in! I did more in the 10 days than others do in a lifetime. Amazing activities, scenery, great accomodation and a guide by the name of Russel who quickly becomes more like an old friend, this package provider has it all. To say that I highly recommend them would be an understatement! Thanks for all the amazing experiences Adventure Junkies!

From the owner: Adventure Junkies have been specialists in delivering the ultimate multi-day guided adventure tours…read morein New Zealand since 2005. Our bucket list adventure tours combine the best activities, extreme sports and adrenalin highs that the South Island of New Zealand has to offer. We also include modern comfortable apartments, professional guiding and plenty of laughs along the way. You will not find tours like these anywhere else! On our epic ten day adventure tours you will embrace the awesome challenges that New Zealand has to offer, face your fears with like minded adventurers, and experience the trip of a lifetime with the very best customer service. We guide you through the spectacular South Island where you'll discover New Zealand's incredible and diverse environments at stunning National Parks, golden sand beaches, rugged mountain tops, incredible glaciers and World Heritage Fiordland. If you are looking for the very best in New Zealand adventure travel, then look no further than Adventure Junkies.

This was one of the most fun things I've done. The premise is that you're in this boat with a big…read moreengine. The driver speeds along the river and does spins at full speed. Everyone gets wet and a good time is had by all.

We did the Dart River Wilderness Jet trip this morning and had an excellent experience! This is…read morewell worth the money! We did the 9:00am tour and enjoyed the 3 hour trip, which included a 4WD bus ride, pleasant nature walk, and most importantly, a jet boat journey up the Dart River with amazing views! The mountains, waterfalls, trees, and waters all made for incredible sights along our boat ride. Our boat driver, Ethan, shared useful information about the area and took us on a fun and memorable tour. And the boat is unique in that it can operate in 4 inch water depth - very cool! This is a fantastic trip that came recommended to us by a local - we are so glad we did it! Skip anything on the lake right near Queenstown and do this instead for a more unique experience and spectacular views.