Lake Pukaki
Brilliantly turquoise glacier-fed lake with sweeping views to Aoraki/Mt Cook — a standout stop on the scenic drive from Lake Tekapo to Queenstown.
The room
Official In-Room Photos — Hotel Room
Cheapest roomHotel Room (Standard)
The entry-level Hotel Room at Peppers Beacon is ideal for the active traveller, beautifully appointed with garden or mountain views. Located on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, just a short stroll from Queenstown town centre and 10 minutes from the airport.
Room amenities
What is included in this room type.
En-suite bathroom
Yes
TV
32" flat-screen (cable)
Wi-Fi
Free
Fridge
Mini fridge
Desk
Yes
Air conditioning
Yes
Washing machine
Shared laundry on-site (free)
What we’ll see
15–17 Sep — Attractions
Day 3
Day 1 · 15 Sep (Tuesday)
Lake Wakatipu
Queenstown's dramatic home lake, stretching 80 km and framed by the Remarkables mountain range — an awe-inspiring arrival into town.
Day 4
Day 2 · 16 Sep (Wednesday)
Cambridge — Buckingham Street & River Cam
Charming streetscape and riverside walk echoing the English university town it was named after.
Skyline Gondola & Luge
Gondola to Bob's Peak for panoramic views across Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu, then thrilling luge rides back down the hill.
St. Peter's Church
Historic Anglican church in central Queenstown — one of the oldest buildings in the region, with beautiful stained glass.
Day 5
Day 3 · 17 Sep (Thursday)
Jet Boat Ride & Parasailing — Beach Street
Adrenaline-packed jet boat ride on the Shotover or Kawarau River, plus parasailing over the turquoise waters of Lake Wakatipu.
TSS Earnslaw Steamship
Cruise aboard the century-old coal-fired steamship across Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak High Country Farm on the far shore.
Colonel's Homestead Buffet
Lavish farm-to-table non-vegan buffet dinner at the historic homestead on Walter Peak island.
Sheepdog Show — Walter Peak Farm
Watch skilled working dogs herd sheep in a live demonstration at Walter Peak High Country Farm.