Lake Wanaka 1-Hour Cruise: Wine, Cheese & Evening Light

Enjoy a complimentary drink and cheese as the sun sets over Lake Wanaka’s waters

A one-hour guided cruise on Lake Wanaka with one complimentary wine, beer, RTD or soft drink and cheese and crackers included. The boat passes Ruby Island, Stevensons Peninsula and Eeley Point, with a live English-speaking guide. Additional drinks are available to purchase on board for $7 each. The cruise operates subject to favorable weather. Cancellations due to poor weather offer an alternative date or full refund.

Step-by-step itinerary

One-hour Lake Wanaka cruise

• Board the cruise vessel
• Cruise past Ruby Island
• Pass Stevensons Peninsula
• View Eeley Point
• Enjoy included wine or drink
• Disembark after one hour

The experience

What makes an evening on the lake different from an afternoon one? The light. This cruise departs in the evening when the sun sits lower and the reflections on the water shift. You get one drink (wine, beer, RTD or soft drink) included with your ticket, plus cheese and crackers to pick at as the boat moves past Ruby Island, Stevensons Peninsula and Eeley Point. A live guide in English narrates the route and points out what's worth noticing. If you want another drink, the bar sells them for $7 each.

The whole thing takes an hour, which is long enough to feel like a proper break before dinner but short enough to fit into an evening that has other plans. The boat is fully licensed, so there's no BYOB situation. Children can come along if an adult is with them. Infants can ride in a stroller or specialized seat. The cruise runs subject to good weather. If the forecast turns, you can reschedule for another day or get your money back.

What’s included

• One complimentary wine, beer, ready-to-drink beverage or soft drink.
• cheese and crackers for nibbles.
• live guide in English.
• GST included.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 17:30

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (16 and older) · Child (5 to 15 years) · Infant (under 5): free

GroupUp to 40

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Cruise Lake Wanaka Ltd

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a social evening cruise with drinks included and a set departure time that fits between dinner plans: no need to coordinate timing with others or decide on a venue beforehand.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 15 years); Infant (under 5): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What does the one drink included with the ticket actually mean? Can I choose what I get?

Your ticket includes one complimentary wine, beer, RTD (ready-to-drink) or soft drink. You pick which one when you board.

Are there other things to eat or drink besides the cheese and crackers?

The cheese and crackers come with your ticket. Additional drinks are available to buy on board for $7 each. Food options beyond the included nibbles are not mentioned.

What happens if the weather turns bad on the day of the cruise?

The cruise is subject to favorable weather conditions. If it's canceled due to poor weather, you can either book an alternative date or receive a full refund.

What exactly does the boat pass on this route?

The cruise passes Ruby Island, Stevensons Peninsula and Eeley Point as it moves across Lake Wanaka. A live guide in English points out the sights along the way.